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Never use soap on your face it will dry it out! The drier your skin, the quicker it ages. This applies to both women and men.

Cleanse, tone and moisturise; morning and night. Find a make that is suitable for your skin type it doesn't have to be expensive.

Cleanser should be massaged into the skin, and then wiped off with dampened cotton wool. Repeat until the cotton wool remains clean. You'll be surprised how dirty your skin can get, especially after a day in town or on the beach.

Pour toner onto dampened cotton wool, and wipe off all traces of the cleanser. This will close up your pores and keep them clean.

Finally massage moisturiser over your face and neck, always is the direction of your heart. Be careful around the eye area only ever use your ring finger to moisturise this area and, if possible, purchase a good eye cream.

Night cream is better for use at night because it does the repairing whilst you sleep, but if you cannot afford it, just use your day moisturiser.

Remember your skin is changing all the time, so don't expect the products you are using to be right for you all the time. Change products as often as you would change your fashion style.

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