Natural Skin Care Tips for Healthier,
Beautiful Skin
by Kathryn D'Imperio
When meeting someone new, most
people take notice of the person’s
face
first. For this and other reasons, maintaining clean,
healthy skin is paramount to self-esteem, confidence and
even attitude.
Getting healthier skin is not contingent
upon high-cost prescription medications or obsessive skin
care routines. Modifying your daily routine a tiny bit and
upholding disciplined cleansing habits can help to add
flawless skin to the list of your best qualities.
Eat healthier
By avoiding foods that often make your face breakout, your
skin will be less oily and more resistant to blemishes.
Some problem foods that may cause pimples or breakouts
include chocolate and other candy, French fries, fast food,
pizza and soft drinks.
To get your skin in better shape, you
may not have to give up everything that has negative
effects on your skin, but rather, eat those things in
moderation. Have greasier foods as a special treat or on
rare occasion when eating a healthy, balanced meal is out
of the question.
Hydrate and exercise
Drinking the recommended eight glasses of water per day
coupled with some regular exercise - walking, running,
bicycling, engaging in sports - should have a great impact
on one’s complexion. Increased blood flow due to aerobic
exercise will positively impact one’s complexion with a
glowing look to replace dull skin.
Not only will exercise and drinking
water help skin tone and texture, but it will also make
you feel more energized and great about yourself. By
keeping your body in shape, you will feel less stressed
and more capable of achieving those things you set out to
do.
Monitor sun exposure
By using a moderate strength sunscreen, you will be
protecting your skin from sun damage, skin cancer, aging
and premature wrinkles. Too much sun can blister one’s
lips, leaving them red, sore and charred. Sunburned skin
will eventually peel most times, leaving skin areas
blotchy and sensitive. The best approach to preventing
sunburn and other sun-caused skin problems is to monitor
how much time one spends in the sun and to avoid sun
exposure by using sunscreen with SPF 15 or greater.
Practice a regular cleansing routine
Cleanse, exfoliate, tone and moisturize…this daily routine
should carry you on your way toward healthier skin. Select
a gentle skin cleansing solution that works for your
specific type of skin - dry, oily, normal. Using your
selected product, cleanse face in a circular motion and
rinse with lukewarm water, as hot water zaps skin’s
moisture.
Follow the cleansing stage with an
exfoliant. A granular product is often especially
effective in smoothing rough areas and releasing dead skin
cells, allowing the face to be better moisturized.
After the exfoliation process concludes,
use a toner or an astringent to tighten skin and remove
any makeup or cleanser residue. A nice alternative to a
toner or astringent would be doing a facial masque at
least once a week, which tackles clogged pores while also
firming skin and leaving it soft and silky.
Finally, pat skin dry with a soft towel
but do not dry up all the water. Apply a moisturizer (with
or without sunscreen) to help protect skin from dryness.
Those who have oily skin do not have to moisturize as
often as those who have dry, normal or combination skin.
