How To Keep Skin Well Cared For In Times Of Covid-19

We are living in a time when all our routines have changed, and personal care has not been the exception. Our regular visits to the beauty and beautician salon have had to be postponed, however this does not mean that we stop taking care of ourselves at home

On this matter, I spoke with the specialist in facial care and known as "The Alchemist of Beauty", Dr. Maribel Pedrozo, and asked her to explain how we can take care of our skin, adapting to the protection measures against the coronavirus.

"Talking about skin care is a subject that I'm passionate about, that's why I'm going to teach you how the stress that your skin is experiencing can speak to you, so that you take the necessary actions and take care of it as it should," Pedrozo began by telling us.

"Protecting the skin is important at this time, since now more than ever it needs the lipids provided by creams, body lotions and serums that we regularly apply to our faces and hands," he adds.

One of the main questions I get the doctor of his patients is: ¿ p ou the c oronavirus enter the body through the skin? It can't. The way to get infected with the coronavirus is by touching our mouth, nose and eyes, this because this virus is contracted by the mucous membranes and the airways.

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Covid-19 has a plasma membrane that coats it. This enveloping layer is made up of cellular lipids and viral proteins. However, it is impossible for the virus to use the lipids contained in beauty products and creams, to wrap itself and enter the skin, because although they share the name of 'lipids', their characteristics are different and not compatible.

That is, the covid-19 cannot be fed or strengthened from the ingredients of a cream, although it can survive on its surface for a few hours, so I always recommend washing your hands very well before opening each bottle.

However, it is important to clarify that you do not have to wash your face with the same soap that you wash your hands. You can use your regular cleanser or facial soap. But EYE, your hands should be washed properly before grabbing the containers and applying the creams to your face.

It is important that the hygiene of hand washing is strict and constant, “without forgetting to also wash the face with facial soaps or mild oils, which must always be removed with plenty of water, and then apply moisturizing creams or serums. It is the only way to keep skin healthy and well protected, "explained Dr. Pedrozo

In conclusion, Pedrozo pointed out that " the perfect equation to put into practice right now is wash-wash-wash, and hydrate-hydrate-hydrate, especially the hands. "

Below, I include some recommendations on products that the doctor gave us that are of excellent quality and that can help you stay beautiful, but also healthy, in the time of covid-19.

* 100% Pure Hyaluronic Serum, which hydrates the skin of the face without clogging the pores.

* Lipids With Ceramides: for skins that are a little more in need of not only hydration, but nutrients against dryness and wrinkles.