Every skin is unique, and as such, it deserves specific care that fully adapts to its own needs. In this regard, skin regenerating creams work by restoring the health and appearance of the skin, revitalizing and regenerating it.
If you are looking for skincare products with ingredients and formulations focused on treating the concerns that worry you most, don’t miss this post. We explain how skin regenerating creams work and how to use them correctly to benefit from all their properties.
Our skin’s regeneration: slowing down and timing
Did you know that we lose about 200 million skin cells every hour? This is part of the skin’s regeneration, a natural process that involves complete cellular 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 50 or 60 years old, the process takes 60 to 90 days.
During this renewal phase, necessary to keep the skin clean, hydrated, and smooth, the cells that make up the epidermis transform as they rise to the surface, where they eventually shed.
The problem is that when regeneration slows down, it’s common for skin issues like dryness, roughness, spots, and sagging to appear.
How do I know if I need to use a regenerating cream?
Skin regenerating creams are an essential skincare product because, along with moisturizers, they complete the skin’s beauty and wellness routine.
The main advantage of using them is that they are usually rich in active ingredients with a great ability to accelerate regeneration processes. These include unsaturated fatty acids, essential amino acids, ferulic acid, trace elements, epidermal growth factors, and keratinocyte growth factors.
Regarding when to use skin regenerating creams, the truth is that from the age of 30, all skin types will benefit from their application. A particularly good time to use these creams is after summer, as the skin is damaged by sun exposure and needs a higher supply of active ingredients to nourish the cells and speed up 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 help with the regeneration process all skin must undergo, so they complement these and other creams aimed at treating more specific problems.
While a regenerating cream renews damaged skin and improves its overall health, an anti-aging cream improves skin firmness and fights 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 it properly, it’s first important to know the individual needs of each skin type.
For example, on dry or very dry skin, it is recommended to apply skin regenerating creams morning and night. For combination and oily skin, applying them at night, when skin cell regeneration is most active, is sufficient.
At Toskani, we recommend:
- Thoroughly cleansing the skin before applying a regenerating cream to remove makeup, dirt, and excess oil.
- If using a facial toner, apply it after cleansing to balance the pH and prepare the skin for ingredient absorption. After the toner, you can add eye contour cream and serum.
- Take a small amount of regenerating cream and gently apply it to clean, dry skin. You can evenly distribute the product over the face, neck, and décolleté, avoiding the sensitive area around the eyes unless the product is specifically formulated for that area.
- Use gentle, circular motions with your fingertips to massage the cream into the skin. This can help improve blood circulation and absorption of active ingredients.
- Apply an additional moisturizer after the regenerating cream to lock in moisture and provide an extra protective layer.
In any case, the most important thing is to follow the specific product instructions and adjust your skincare routine according to your particular needs.