Girl, STOP Washing Your Face

Summary

In this video, an esthetician challenges common skincare advice, suggesting that washing your face regularly actually ages your skin faster. She explains that cleansers strip your skin’s natural oils, and moisturizers often don’t provide real hydration. Instead, she advocates for facial massages to stimulate the lymphatic system, which helps detoxify the skin from within. By focusing on internal skin health and avoiding harsh external products, you can achieve plumper, healthier, and more youthful-looking skin. The video encourages a shift in skincare routines to promote long-term skin health without relying on traditional cleansing methods.

Takeaways

• 😀 Washing your face too often can actually age your skin faster than if you didn't wash it at all.
• 😀 Most skin cleansers contain surfactants that strip the skin of its natural oils, which leads to quicker aging and skin imbalance.
• 😀 Using moisturizers after cleansing doesn't fully restore the skin’s natural moisture due to the difference in consistency between your skin's oils and the products.
• 😀 Oil-based cleansers are better than those with surfactants but can still disturb the skin’s pH balance.
• 😀 The skin's outer layer, or barrier, prevents external elements from entering and is not easily penetrated by most skincare products.
• 😀 The key to maintaining healthy skin is to activate and support the lymphatic system, which helps detoxify the skin and remove waste.
• 😀 The lymphatic system relies on gravity and muscle movement to circulate and remove waste, so tense or tight muscles can hinder this process.
• 😀 Inflammation in the skin, which can cause puffiness, acne, and dullness, is often the result of an underactive lymphatic system.
• 😀 Regular facial massage can help stimulate the fascia, improve circulation, and promote healthier, plumper skin.
• 😀 Instead of using harsh exfoliants or extractions, use a simple washcloth or microfiber cloth with water to clean your skin, which won't disturb its natural pH balance.

Q & A

Why does the speaker suggest not washing your face regularly?

The speaker believes that washing your face too often can age your skin faster because the cleansers strip the skin of natural oils, causing the body to overcompensate with moisturizers that do not fully hydrate the skin.

What is the role of the skin's barrier layer?

The barrier layer of the skin's outermost layer acts as a defense mechanism, keeping external substances from entering the skin. It also prevents the moisturizers and cleansers from fully penetrating and impacting the inner skin.

Why is washing your face from the outside in not effective?

Washing the face from the outside in doesn’t impact the inner layers of the skin because it only affects the surface layer, which consists of dead skin cells. Therefore, it doesn't help with aging or other skin concerns.

What is the lymphatic system, and how does it relate to skin health?

The lymphatic system is responsible for collecting cellular waste and toxins from the body. It helps detoxify the skin by removing these wastes. Without proper movement or massage, lymphatic fluid can get trapped, leading to inflammation and poor skin appearance.

Why is the lymphatic system unable to move fluid on its own?

The lymphatic system lacks a pump, so it relies on gravity and muscle movement to circulate lymph fluid. If muscles are tense and the skin is tight, the fluid gets trapped, causing skin issues like puffiness and acne.

How does tight skin affect the lymphatic system?

Tight skin restricts the flow of lymphatic fluid, which leads to a buildup of toxins and waste beneath the skin, causing inflammation, dullness, acne, and other signs of aging.

What are some simple ways to help the lymphatic system and improve skin health?

Facial massage and lymphatic drainage techniques help activate the lymphatic system, promoting circulation and toxin removal. These techniques can reduce puffiness, inflammation, and improve overall skin health.

Why should you avoid regular extractions for acne?

Regular extractions may temporarily remove gunk but lead to increased inflammation, causing the problem to return. It’s more effective to focus on regular skin care practices like massage and gentle cleansing to address the root cause.

What is the benefit of using a microfiber cloth or Jane Iredale Magic Mitt for face cleansing?

Using a microfiber cloth or Magic Mitt helps clean the skin without disturbing the skin's pH balance or introducing harsh chemicals. This method is gentler on the skin and promotes better hydration compared to traditional cleansing with surfactants.

Why might common skin treatments like exfoliating or chemical peels cause long-term damage?

Exfoliating and chemical peels can irritate and thin the skin over time, leading to increased inflammation and faster aging. While they may offer short-term results, they contribute to skin damage in the long run.