Every skin is unique and, as such, deserves specific care that is fully tailored to its own needs. In this sense, skin regenerating creams work by restoring the health and appearance of the skin, revitalizing and regenerating it.
If you are looking for skin care products with ingredients and formulations focused on treating the conditions that concern you most, don’t miss this post. We’ll tell you how skin regenerating creams work and how to use them correctly to benefit from all their properties.
Skin regeneration: slowing down and timing
Did you know that every day we lose about 200 million skin cells per hour? This is part of skin regeneration, a natural process that involves complete cell renewal.
In young people, the regeneration cycle lasts only 14 to 21 days. In middle-aged adults, it lasts 28 days, and as we age, this skin renewal cycle gradually slows down. By the time we reach our 50s and 60s, the process takes 60 to 90 days.
During this renewal phase, which is necessary to keep the skin clean, hydrated, and smooth, the cells that make up the epidermis are transformed as they rise to the surface, where they eventually shed.
The problem is that when regeneration slows down, skin changes such as dryness, roughness, spots, and sagging often appear.
How do I know if I need to use a regenerating cream?
Skin regenerating creams are an essential skin care product because, together with moisturizers, they complete the beauty and wellness routine for the skin.
The main advantage of using them is that they are usually products rich in active ingredients with a great capacity to accelerate the regeneration processes. These include unsaturated fatty acids, essential amino acids, ferulic acid, trace elements, epidermal growth factors, and keratinocyte growth factors.
As for how to know when to use skin regenerating creams, the truth is that, from the age of 30 onwards, all skin types will benefit from their application. A particularly ideal time to use these creams is after the summer, as the skin is damaged by solar radiation and needs a greater supply of active ingredients to nourish the cells, accelerate and improve natural regeneration processes.
Is it better than a lifting or global anti-aging cream?
Skin regenerating creams are neither better nor worse than lifting or global anti-aging creams. They are products that aid in the regeneration process that all skin must undergo, so they complement these and other creams designed to treat more specific problems.
While a regenerating cream renews damaged skin and improves its overall health, an anti-aging cream improves skin firmness and combats the visible signs of aging.
How and when should I apply skin regenerating cream?
To answer the question of how often to use skin regenerating cream, and how to do so properly, it is first important to understand the individual needs of each skin type.
For example, for dry or very dry skin, it is recommended to apply skin regenerating creams in the morning and at night. For combination and oily skin, it is sufficient to apply them at night, when skin cell regeneration is most active.
At Toskani, we recommend:
- Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying a regenerating cream to remove makeup, dirt, and excess oil.
- If using a facial toner, apply it after cleansing your skin to balance the pH and prepare it for the absorption of the cream’s ingredients. After the toner, you can add eye contour cream and serum.
- Take a small amount of regenerating cream and apply it gently to clean, dry skin. You can distribute the product evenly over the face, neck, and décolleté, avoiding the sensitive area around the eyes, unless the product is specifically formulated for that area.
- Use your fingertips to massage the cream into the skin using gentle, circular movements. This can help improve blood circulation and the absorption of active ingredients.
- Apply additional moisturizer after the regenerating cream to seal in moisture and provide an extra protective layer.
In any case, the most important thing is to follow the specific instructions for the product and adjust your skincare routine according to your particular needs.