Washing your face seems simple—just scrub up and down, rinse with water, and pat dry with a towel. But actually, rubbing your skin haphazardly without a method is the most damaging.
When washing your face, gradually work upward from the bottom. Avoid covering your face with both hands and vigorously scrubbing up and down. Facial pores grow downward, and the stratum corneum is layered like fish scales from top to bottom. Washing against the growth direction helps remove impurities.The upward motion also massages and lifts the skin, counteracting aging. However, since the pores on the nose grow upward and are most prone to blackheads, when washing the nose, rub downward in several circular motions.
The correct cleansing method involves using lukewarm water around 40°C (104°F) morning and night. Choose a cleanser suited to your skin type. Apply gentle, even pressure in upward strokes from the center outward, following the direction of muscle growth. This removes accumulated dust, dirt, oil, and sweat. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and pat dry.After washing, splash cold water on your face to lower skin temperature, tighten pores, boost facial circulation, and enhance skin elasticity.
Important reminder: Always wash your hands before cleansing, as hands easily accumulate dirt and bacteria. Washing your face with unwashed hands risks re-contaminating your skin.