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Learning to identify how and why the skin’s pH becomes imbalanced helps us determine the proper treatments, skincare products and ingredients to use for a properly balanced, beautiful and YEOUTHful skin!
The ideal and balanced skin pH range for adults is a slightly low level of 5.5 - 6.
A very low pH level results in inflammations, while high skin pH leads to dryness and the development of other skin conditions.
A low and ideal skin pH can be maintained by increasing skin hydration. Low skin pH encourages the secretion of more sebum, and these combined effects can effectively suppress skin aging by reducing the depth and length of wrinkles! It can also be helpful at controlling acne in the T-zone area of the face.
Research suggests that the ideal skincare, like body washes, soaps, or cleansers should be in the range of 4.5–6.5, or similar to that of the acid mantle of the skin.
Our skin has a protective barrier consisting of the microbiome, Acid Mantle and the lipid barrier. The acid mantle is found below the skin microbiome as the second layer.
The acid mantle is slightly acidic in character, and contains sebum combined with sweat and acids. This mantle serves as an added barrier to fight off harmful contaminants that can invade and irritate the skin! It specifically functions to lock moisture inside the skin.
The acid mantle plays a very important role in keeping the skin’s pH levels balanced and healthy.
A damaged acid mantle means our skin pH has gone off balance. Knowing when the acid mantle is damaged, and there is an irregular pH level will help us take the proper steps in getting back the balance that our skin needs.
A damaged acid mantle manifests when the skin:
Skin health and pH is affected by a number of various intrinsic and external factors. These determine the pH levels that our skin must maintain to remain healthy and radiant.
Age
As we age, our skin becomes more alkaline and its pH level increases. It results in the development of signs of skin aging like wrinkles, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, thinning and sagging.
Skincare products
A lot of the skincare products we use, like cleansers and soaps, can affect and neutralize the acid mantle and make it too alkaline! They can strip away the skin’s natural oils, leave alkaline residue and make skin dry and irritated!
You may have stripped away the acid mantle and increased your skin’s pH above 6 when you feel that tight, squeaky feeling after cleansing.
It is packed full of antioxidants like Aloe, Green Tea and Seaweed to nourish and cleanse the skin to remove impurities and excess oil while also fighting to defend skin health and give your complexion a bright, healthy-looking glow.
Sun exposure, pollution
Harmful UV rays from the sun and artificial light can weaken the skin’s acid mantle and affect pH levels. UV rays make skin more alkaline and vulnerable to hyperpigmentation, dull and dry skin, and acne!
Pollutants from the environment and extreme weather conditions can also weaken the skin barriers and make it lose the ability to protect itself.
Health habits
Our diet directly impacts our skin's pH levels, that is why a diet should not be very acidic. A lot of caffeine, sugar, yeast which are found in bread and baked goodies, grains, and alcohol can increase the levels of acid in our systems including our skin!
Skincare habits
Our skin care habits can also disturb the pH levels of our skin:
These bad skin habits can strip off skin moisture and oils, and damage the acid mantle.
The skin’s pH levels must be maintained to its ideal levels to make our skin healthy and keep the barrier protected. Great skin and health habits and using effective and proper skin care products are key!
1. Avoid washing with soap and cleanse gently
Bar soaps usually have pH levels of 9. They can be harsh to the skin on our face. Also, using harsh face scrubs and cleansers, hot water, and scrubbing with the use of rough washcloths can irritate the skin and strip it of its natural oils.
Always use lukewarm water to wash the face to maintain proper hydration and moisture. Use gentle cleansers that not only protect but nourish the skin as well!
Read our blog: The 9 Basic Rules of Washing Your Face
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2. DIY Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has the ability to regulate skin’s pH levels. Just mix ½ cup of apple cider vinegar and 4 cups of water, mix well and put in a spray bottle. Use it as a refreshing toner!
3. Moisturize moisturize moisturize
Properly and regularly moisturizing the skin will keep skin hydrated and help it rebuild its moisture barrier.
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4. Go easy on the acids
Over exfoliating with the use of acids or retinol can damage skin. Learning when and how to exfoliate properly can help maintain acid balance in the skin that is needed to make skin healthy and nourished!
Read our blog: How to Use Acids and Retinol together in Your Skin Regimen
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5. Use Sun Protection
Applying sunscreen regularly will help maintain pH levels and shield the skin from sun damage. Use daily and apply on all areas of the skin heavily exposed to the sun's UV rays.
6. Load on antioxidants
Antioxidants can strengthen our skin cells, and allow them to function properly. They also help protect skin from all environmental damage!
Vitamin C in particular can help balance skin pH even if they are acidic as long as they are used with other products properly!
Read our blog: The 5 Antioxidants Your Skin Must Have
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Our YEOUTH Glycolic Acid 30% Gel Peel exfoliates dead skin cells to reveal a brighter, more even and smoother skin surface. Formulated with 30% glycolic acid, Retinol, and Green Tea to fortify skin and promote clarity. This peel will also help to minimize the appearance of pores, blackheads and acne.
7. A healthy diet
Eat foods that are rich in antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals that can make skin healthy from the inside! Consume a lot of leafy vegetables like spinach, and fruits such as bananas and berries. Avoid foods that can increase the body’s acid levels such as processed foods and cut down on sugars!
Read our blog: 4 Key Nutrients for Healthy Skin
8. Tone properly
When we cleanse, our skin’s natural oils can sometimes be stripped and washed away. A nourishing toner can be the skincare savior we need when this happens!
A good toner can help keep the skin’s pH at its optimal level. Most toners are slightly acidic. They can help balance a slightly alkaline skin that occurs after cleansing.
Toning right after cleansing can recalibrate the skin and activate the acid mantle. This makes the skin properly moisturized so it effectively protects against harmful irritants that can potentially invade and damage the skin!
Read our blog: 7 Reasons Why You Should Use a Toner
THE TAKEAWAY
Sustaining the natural and ideal pH of our skin starts with a proper and effective skincare routine. And allowing the skin to embrace the products and ingredients that it truly needs are the secrets to a balanced, nourished and YEOUTHful skin! Embrace your daily dose of YEOUTH today and everyday!
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