8 simple skin care steps you need to follow for flawless skin

Wash away dirt, excess oil and impurities with a gentle facial cleanser that is both mild for your skin type and doesn't cause your skin to become tight or irritated.

Apply sunscreen for the morning in a wide spectrum SPF30 or higher regardless of the weather. Reapply every about every two hours, when outdoors, and after swimming and after sweating.

Apply moisturiser to skin that is appropriate for your particular type. You'll find that people with any skin type, hydrated skin is smoother and more comfortable.

If you apply face cosmetics at night while you sleep, you may develop pimples and irritation. To take off slowly or before washing your face and doing your night time routine.

Exfoliation can help to smooth skin, but over-exfoliating may cause damage to the skin barrier. Begin gradually and discontinue if any redness, burning or peeling occurs.

Identify your skin type – dry, oily, combination or sensitive – before developing a skin care program. New products should be one at a time and patch tested if appropriate.

Tendency to irritate and cause marks or infection if skin is touched or picked at often. Avoid squeezing pimples and avoid squeezing out pimples.