At the first sign he feeling of tightness, flakiness, or dryness, you know it is time to take care of your skin. But even before these symptoms set in, there are simple things you can do to take care of your skin. Before going into a new skincare routine you may want to seek the help of a dermatologist to help you to understand your skin type. There is a good chance that the products you’ve been using all of this time I’m not actually the right ones for you, so you should look at what you could be using and whether or not it’s right for your particular skin type.
When you eat healthy foods and drink plenty of water, skip the nightshades (tomatoes, eggplant, potatoes), and take care of stress, your skin will thank you for it! Here are some other tips to show how important your skin is.
Protect Yourself From The Sun
There are two primary ways the sun’s UV rays can harm your skin and ruin your chance at a clear complexion. The sun can cause wrinkles, and it can even damage your hair, causing dandruff and frizz. In fact, over one million skin cancer cases are caused by the sun. Be smart about where you step and what you do! Wear a hat to prevent burns, use sunscreen daily, and make sure you use SPF 30 or above on exposed areas (arms, neck, face, and hands). Stay out of the sun from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. when the sun is highest and cover up to avoid the sun’s rays.
Exfoliate
The skin helps protect itself from the outside world, so it needs protection from the inside. This protection comes from exfoliating to get rid of dead skin cells and toxins. Many people think that exfoliating will strip the skin and create dry, flaky skin. But exfoliating your skin is just like cleansing in that it will help get rid of the skin’s debris and shed away dead cells. If you’re lucky, exfoliation will also help heal acne, as bacteria that cause breakouts can thrive on dead skin cells.
Eat A Healthful Diet
Eating a balanced diet ensures you’re getting all the nutrients you need to build and protect healthy skin. A healthful diet contains plenty of protein, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin D. Fruits and veggies that contain antioxidants can restructure your skin and repair damage. Vitamin A aids in skin elasticity and tightness. In contrast, vitamin C helps to lighten scars and prevent future sun damage. Protein encourages healthy skin cell renewal and helps regulate oil production. Last, vitamin D stimulates collagen production, which helps keep your skin looking youthful and glowing.
Cultivate A Healthy Skincare Routine
You can’t effectively treat any skin problem if you don’t have a good skincare routine. You can keep your skin in top form by visiting a medical spa and incorporating some simple habits into your routine.
Keep Stress In Check
Stress can cause and exacerbate skin problems. When you’re stressed out, your adrenal glands produce extra cortisol, and this cortisol lowers your immune system and lowers your cortisol levels. This reduces your metabolism, makes you burn fat instead of fat stores, and makes your skin sag. To help relieve some of your stress, relax: you could take a bubble bath, practice yoga, spend time outdoors, meditate, or walk barefoot to ground yourself. You could also create opportunities to socialize, like attending an event, taking your dog to the dog park, or joining a social club. The more social outlets you have, the less stress you’ll feel.
People have a lot of pressure to achieve “picture-perfect” skin. What works for some people may not work for others. So, if you want to have healthy, smooth skin, learn to be happy with what you’ve got. If you have oily skin, you have to be aware of how you moisturize and treat it. If you have normal skin, you don’t have to worry. Just do things, and you’ll be well on your way to beautiful skin.
