The menstrual period is a special physiological time for women. During this time, some people's skin changes significantly compared to normal days, showing symptoms such as yellow and poor complexion, greasiness, loss of transparency, prominent skin capillaries, easy to develop pimples, dark circles around the eyes, etc. This is because the hormones in the body change during the menstrual period, with large fluctuations in progesterone levels. Increased blood supply to the skin and sebum secretion lead to oily skin and dilated capillaries, making the skin very sensitive and reducing resistance, thus causing rashes and follicular infections. If there is insufficient sleep or excessive fatigue during this period, temporary pigmentation may appear around the eyes, and these changes usually disappear naturally after the menstrual period. So, how can women take care of their skin on this special day?
1. Pay attention to rest, ensure adequate sleep, clean your skin with warm water 2-3 times a day. The nature of the cleansing products should be mild, preferably with a certain oil-removal function. You can also apply a thin layer of essence that balances oil secretion on the T-zone where there is more oil. Since the sensitivity of the skin increases during the menstrual period, it is easy to have an allergic reaction, so the use of too many cosmetics should be avoided.
2. Excessive sebum secretion not only leads to clogged pores but also easily forms melanin pigments, increasing the number of spots. The skin is more susceptible to UV influence during this time, so sun protection is especially important.
3. Every night, use cold cream to massage the area around the eyes. Gently circle around the eyes, then lightly tap the eye socket with your fingers, press the acupoints on the eye socket, and wash off the cold cream after the massage. If the eyelids are swollen, you can soak two pieces of cotton pads in tea water, then place them on the eyelids for 10 minutes. This can help relieve eye fatigue, swelling, and dark circles during the menstrual period.
4. Besides facial skin, body skin should also be taken care of during the menstrual period. The bath milk should contain moisturizing ingredients.
5. Maintaining a stable mood and a good state of mind is the most effective way to take care of the skin. Doing some aerobic exercises that promote metabolism can prevent unintentional weight gain during this time.
6. Besides external care, internal adjustment is even more important. Therefore, a reasonable diet during the menstrual period is the key factor in taking care of the skin. A rich and balanced diet with plenty of water intake is necessary to supplement the body's nutrients and blood volume. Women tend to experience slight edema in their bodies and faces during the menstrual period, so avoid eating too salty foods. Eating magnesium-rich and vitamin B-rich foods like bananas, mineral water, and animal livers can improve metabolism. Drink plenty of water to replenish the body's lack of water. Don't overeat just because of blood loss; instead, eat more iron-rich foods and proteins that enhance iron absorption.
7. In the 10 days after the end of the menstrual period, it is the most active period for estrogen secretion in the body, and also the time when the skin's metabolism and nutrient absorption are the fastest. Take advantage of these 10 days to give your skin deeper hydration and boldly use high-quality nourishing products to increase the skin's moisture and smoothness. For mature skin, the ability of skin cell regeneration has weakened, and it is necessary to use special skincare products that stimulate the generation of elastic fibers to take care of the skin.