How to Wash Your Face PROPERLY (for Healthy Skin and Eyelashes)

Summary

In this informative video, Dr. Allen emphasizes the importance of personal hygiene, particularly face washing, for maintaining healthy skin and preventing eye infections during COVID-19. He recommends using lukewarm water and a gentle, alcohol-free cleanser, and advises moisturizing if needed. For eyelid hygiene, he suggests hypochlorous acid solutions or specially designed eyelid wipes, which are effective in breaking down skin oils and fighting bacteria without irritation. The video is sponsored by OCuSOFT, a leading brand in eyelid cleansers, and provides practical tips for a better complexion and reduced risk of eye-related issues.

Takeaways

• 🧼 Personal hygiene is crucial, especially during COVID-19, to maintain a healthy complexion and reduce the risk of infections.
• 👁️‍🗨️ Cleaning your eyelids is essential to prevent eye infections and conditions like pinkeye, blepharitis, and eyelid styes.
• 💧 Washing your face with lukewarm water and a gentle, alcohol-free cleanser is recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology.
• 🤲 Use fingertips to apply cleanser to avoid skin irritation, and pat dry with a soft towel after rinsing.
• 🚫 Avoid using washcloths or mesh sponges, as they can potentially irritate the skin.
• 👀 If you wear contact lenses, either remove them or keep your eyelids closed during face washing.
• 🌟 Hypochlorous acid solution is a gentle and effective option for cleaning eyelids and eyelashes.
• 🧻 Lid scrubs or cleansing wipes are convenient for on-the-go eyelid cleaning and do not require rinsing.
• 🛒 OCuSOFT offers a range of eyelid cleansing products, including hypochlorous acid and pre-moistened wipes.
• 💧 It's best to limit face washing to twice a day and after sweating to prevent skin irritation.

Q & A

Why is personal hygiene particularly important during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Personal hygiene is crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic because it helps in washing away bacteria and viruses that live close to our mouths, nose, and eyes, reducing the risk of infections.

What is the recommended method for washing your face according to the American Academy of Dermatology?

The recommended method includes wetting your face with lukewarm water, applying a gentle non-abrasive cleanser without alcohol, using fingertips to apply the cleanser, and rinsing with lukewarm water before patting dry with a soft towel.

Why should you avoid using a washcloth or mesh sponge on your face?

Using a washcloth or mesh sponge could potentially irritate your skin, as they might be too abrasive for the delicate skin on the face.

What should you do if you have dry or itchy skin after washing your face?

If you have dry or itchy skin, you should apply a moisturizer as needed, but be gentle when applying any cream around your eyes due to the thin and delicate skin in that area.

What precautions should contact lens wearers take while washing their face?

Contact lens wearers should either remove their contacts before washing their face or keep their eyelids tightly closed during the process to avoid water contact with the lenses.

Why is it important to find an eyelid cleanser specifically made for the eyelids and eyelashes?

It's important because most facial cleansers advise against contact with the eyes, and using a product not designed for the eyelids could cause irritation or other issues.

What is hypochlorous acid and how is it used for cleaning the eyelids?

Hypochlorous acid is a gentle solution that fights bacteria naturally. To use it, you spray it onto a cotton swab or ball, close your eyelids, and cleanse the eyelid and lashes to break up trapped skin oils.

What are eyelid cleansing wipes and how do they work?

Eyelid cleansing wipes are pre-moistened towelettes designed for cleaning the eyelids and eyelashes. They are wrapped around a finger and applied to the eyelid, requiring no rinsing afterward.

What are the benefits of using hypochlorous acid over other eyelid cleansing methods?

Hypochlorous acid is very gentle on the skin and naturally fights off bacteria, making it an effective and soothing option for eyelid cleansing.

How often should you wash your face according to the script?

It is recommended to wash your face twice per day and after any time you sweat to avoid skin irritation from perspiration.

What are some potential issues that can arise from neglecting to wash the eyelids and eyelashes?

Neglecting to wash the eyelids and eyelashes can lead to a buildup of skin oils, which can cause eye infections, allergies, styes, blepharitis, and infestations by dust mites called demodex.