The CTM Syndrome

As we live in pollution and dust, we must take extra care to cleanse our face. And washing it twice a day with a soap-free face wash is not sufficient. Your face needs something extra. Just before washing the face with a face wash, adopt the CTM regimen. Now you must be wondering what CTM is? Women may be familiar with this term, but men no doubt have never heard of it. So allow me to clue you in. CTM stands for Cleansing, Toning and Moisturizing. It may seem to be a long and tedious process. But believe me you can do it in two minutes. All you need is a cleanser, a toner and a moisturizer. If you have already bought a face wash according to your skin type, you know by now what kind of skin you have. Buy good ones. It’s important because one action follows the other. Don’t indulge in chemically strong products. Always buy items that have a soft effect on the skin and save you from irritations and reactions.

First apply the cleanser, it is usually creamy. Try buying one in a tube rather than a tub. If in tub then make sure it is accompanied by a spatula. If you put your fingers instead, the cream might get polluted after a few usages. Apply a thin layer on your face and rub in with your fingers. The movement should be round and circular. Wipe off excess with a soft tissue (not the toilet paper) or soft cotton balls or pads. Then apply toner, using cotton balls. Cleanser opens up the pores and a toner closes. Open pores invite dust all the time and you are likely to have blackheads in no time. Don’t rub in the toner. Just apply gently and evenly on the entire face. This will tone your skin.

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