Prepping for a job interview? When it comes to job interviews, there are many things to consider including choosing the best outfit, practicing typical questions, and researching the company. However, in the middle of the chaos, what is often neglected is taking care of your skin. While you don't need perfect skin to leave a good first impression, you may be more confident and comfortable during interviews with healthy, glowing skin. Thus, it’s important to begin prepping your skin a few weeks prior to the interview to get rejuvenated and revitalized skin complexion.
Read this guide to learn more about how to get interview-ready skin in a few weeks.
Start Off with Basics
Evaluate the skincare routine that you’re currently using the week before your scheduled interview. If your skin seems healthy, avoid changing anything unnecessary and continue to utilize a gentle cleansing product, moisturizer appropriate for your skin type, and a broad-spectrum sunscreen each morning. These three products provide the skin with fundamentals that can often outperform an over-the-top skincare routine.
For those who experience dry skin, consider adding a hydrating serum with hyaluronic acid or glycerin to provide additional moisture to your skin. Similarly, if you are prone to breaking out, continue with your regular acne treatment regimen rather than switching to stronger treatments formulated to obtain quicker results. Always remember that consistency will yield better results than intensity. This is also a good time to practice healthy habits and engage in activities that promote hydration such as drinking enough water, sleeping adequately, etc., as these activities can impact your skin a lot more than most individuals realize.
Get Rid of Dead Skin Cells
As you progress through your preparations, consider using an exfoliating product to get rid of dead skin and enhance overall appearance a week prior to the interview. This step can help improve how makeup looks on your skin as it will allow the makeup to sit better on top of the skin. However, be mindful of the exfoliating product that you choose; make sure you are familiar with it, and it is not too harsh on your skin. In general, one exfoliating session per week is sufficient. Along with that, if you have previously received professional skin treatments, now may be a good time to schedule a gentle facial like a hydrating facial as you have several days prior to your interview which gives your skin time to settle from the treatment yet still maintain a healthy glow.
Hydrate and Brighten Your Skin
A few days before the interview, your skin should look much healthier through daily maintenance. To continue supporting your skin barrier by providing it with adequate hydration, you start using vitamin c serum as this will help brighten your skin and protect against environmental stressors. In the evening, use a nourishing moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated overnight. But what if your skin feels fatigued? If your skin appears overly fatigued, you could use a hydrating sheet mask to help boost hydration, without causing any irritation. However, do not feel obligated to try trending face masks or highly active ingredients that claim to provide instant results. Even high-quality skincare products can cause an unexpected skin response if your skin is not used to them! And with a major job interview coming up soon, it is always better to stick with traditional skincare than to try something new.
Stay Calm
Getting a pimple can be common under stress just before an important event. When you see a pimple, you may feel the urge to pop it! Popping a pimple makes it redder and more swollen. It may also cause post-inflammatory pigmentation. Thus, instead of popping your pimple, use a dermatologist-approved spot treatment. Continue your usual cleansing and moisturizing routine, but do not exfoliate too much or layer several different acne medications on top of each other trying to get rid of your pimple overnight. Overdoing it will leave your skin dry and irritated. It is also important to get sufficient amounts of rest during these last days before the event. A resting face has a natural glow, while a face that is tired will look dull and may not have a glow, even with all the right products. Therefore, stay calm and follow your skincare routine.