“For me, taking care of your skin is the most
important step. You can cover it with all the makeup you have and it is still not
as nice as beautiful skin” -Astrid Berges-Frisbey
“Aging is a fact of life. Looking your age is
not.” -Dr. Howard Murad
One of the most coveted things in life is
naturally beautiful skin without the extraneous need for tons of makeup and
other beauty products. However, you would be hard-pressed to find a woman who
has seemingly flawless skin without any kind of regimen or beauty routine of
her own. After all, great and glowing skin require tireless commitment on your
part and it does not just happen by chance. You need to be conscious about what
you ingest as well as with what you apply to your face to make sure it stays
flawless. Apart from this, women with gorgeous skin have also formed habits to
make sure the retain their skin’s natural beauty and it is no secret as to what
these are. If you are looking to have glowing and healthy skin, here are some
of the habits you should adopt:
1.) Use the correct cleanser for
her skin type
Women are not all cut from the same cloth and
likewise, they do not have the same skin types. Some women have oily skin,
others dry while there are some who are more prone to acne than the average
woman. Your local beauty store houses a range of skin care products such as belo essentials. All you would need to do
is look for the cleanser appropriate for your skin.
2.) Maintain a healthy diet
It is no secret that what you eat largely
impacts how your skin would look. If you want to have glowing skin, it would
need to retain moisture. To do this, stock up on omega-3 fatty acid which is
commonly found in flax seeds and walnuts. Add this to your lunch salad
regularly to enhance your skin’s natural barrier. Apart from that, include
foods with high glycemic index (simple and complex carbohydrates) in your diet.
3.) Constantly hydrate and drink
the right liquids
A huge factor in keeping a healthy and
glowing skin is to constantly hydrate and drink right. Though it can be rather
tempting to grab a cup of coffee the moment you wake up, you might want to opt
for something else if you wish to have better-looking skin. A shot of
chlorophyll every morning can be a game changer. Chlorophyll can brighten,
hydrate and oxygenate your skin which as a result, would help drain puffiness
by stimulating the lymphatic system. And as an added bonus, it is also good for
cellulite.
4.) Your fingers should touch
your face minimally
Ideally, your fingers should never touch your
face. Keep in mind that your fingers come in contact with various elements throughout
the day and if you brought them anywhere near your face, you would be
introducing bacteria and germs to your skin which is a common cause of
breakouts. This can lead to scarring and an increase in wrinkles and if you are
not careful, it can even result in some ailments such as the flu.
5.) Avoid direct heat exposure
Wearing sunscreen and watching out for the
sun are both good practices for skin care. But it should not stop there, be
wary when you are standing too close to fireplaces and heaters as this can
potentially cause skin damage. Among other things, it would cause inflammation
and collagen breakdown. So, the next time you are baking something in the oven,
do not stand too close.
6.) Sleep well
Getting the right amount of sleep is crucial
to good skin care and is a big contributing factor to a healthy skin. It does
not just stop at getting eight hours of sleep at night but rather sleeping well
extends to regularly using clean bed sheets and pillow cases. If possible, your
pillow cases should be silk as the material glides easily which means it would
prevent creasing and wrinkles. It would also be easier on your hair and would
hardly retain any germs or bacteria resulting to better hair and skin.
7.) Do not use too many products
Cosmetics may be considered as a great beauty
enhancer but that does not mean you should cake yourself with makeup all the
time. Makeup is well and good if done moderately but remember to let your skin
breathe once in a while. If you already have bright skin to begin with, why
cover it with makeup? And if you do not, it is best if you do not clog your
pores with too much product. Use it moderately and wisely.
