Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 4: Softening, Cleansing, and Hydrating Skin
• Method 2 of 4: Eating the Right Diet for Healthy Skin
• Method 3 of 4: Improving Your Skin Health Lifestyle
• Method 4 of 4: Home Remedies for Skin Care
• Tips
• Warnings

Taking good care of your skin involves more than just washing and applying lotion. It also includes a healthy diet, adequate sleep and exercise, and reduced stress levels. Your skin may need additional treatments, such as exfoliation or moisturizing masks.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Softening, Cleansing, and Hydrating Skin

1. 1 Wash your face twice a day to remove excess oil, improve skin color, and prevent infection. You should wash your face in the morning, after sleep, and in the evening before going to bed. Use warm water and facial soap that suits your skin type. You can wash your face with clean palms, a soft washcloth or sponge.
   • After washing your face, apply a toner and a small amount of a moisturizing cosmetic to your face.
   • If you are wearing makeup, remember to rinse it off.
   • Don't forget about the skin around your neck! She is often overlooked.
2. 2 When taking a bath or shower, use warm water instead of hot. While hot water can help you relax, it can strip your skin of its natural fatty coating. This leads to dry skin and flaky patches.
   • If you have dry skin, use a body moisturizer with natural oils such as almond, coconut, or olive.
3. 3 After washing your face, gently pat dry with a towel. This applies to the skin of both the face and the whole body. As a result, your skin will remain slightly damp. Excess moisture is gradually absorbed into the skin.
4. 4 Apply moisturizer or lotion while the skin is still wet. For the face skin, use moisturizers and face creams, lubricate the body skin with lotion or oil.Choose a skin care product based on the time of year. Use richer and thicker products in winter and lighter products in summer.
   • Consider using a sunscreen moisturizer that will protect your skin from harmful radiation.
   • Moisturizers are good to all skin types, including oily! In the latter case, a light cream or gel-based product will do.
5. 5 Exfoliate your skin once a week. It will help you get rid of dead skin cells and leave your skin soft and silky. Use scrubs, soft loofahs, and exfoliating sponges. Use softer scrubs on your face than on your body. Remember that the skin on the face is much softer than the skin on the arms and legs.
   • Choose scrubs carefully. The coarser the grain, the rougher the scrub. If you have sensitive skin, do not use walnut shell scrubs.
   • If you have dry skin, you may need daily exfoliation. Be careful and always moisturize your skin after exfoliation.
6. 6 Don't be afraid to wear makeup, but be careful. Use makeup that is suitable for your skin type, and remove it before bed to avoid infection. If you wear makeup every day, try to take 1 or 2 day breaks to keep your skin resting.
   • Powders and other dry beauty products work well for oily skin. For dry skin, it is best to use a liquid or cream based makeup product.
   • Wash your makeup brushes regularly to prevent the accumulation and growth of bacteria that lead to blackheads.
7. 7 Read product labels carefully, especially if you have sensitive skin. Not all ingredients used in cosmetics are harmless to the skin. Avoid products that contain the following ingredients: parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, and sodium laureth sulfate. Remember that "paraben" is not always included in cosmetics in its pure form. It can be present as a more complex ingredient: methylparaben, propylparaben, or butylparaben.
   • If you have sensitive skin, consider using fragrance-free products.

Method 2 of 4: Eating the Right Diet for Healthy Skin

1. 1 Drink 6 to 8 glasses (1.5–2 liters) of water every day. Have you noticed that at the end of the day your skin looks a little dry and dull? If so, it is possible that you drink little water throughout the day. Try drinking enough water for one week and you will see improvement. Although a daily requirement of 1.5–2 liters of water may seem like a lot, it will rejuvenate your skin and give it shine.
   • Drinking plenty of water can help fight acne and clear your skin.
2. 2 Eat more vegetables and fruits. They are beneficial not only for the body as a whole, but also for your skin. Fruits and vegetables contain many vitamins and antioxidants. The following vegetables and fruits are especially beneficial for the skin:
   • Apricots, blueberries, and yellow bell peppers are high in antioxidants that rejuvenate the skin.
   • Avocado helps moisturize the skin.
   • Carrots improve complexion.
   • Pumpkin and kiwi make the skin smooth, soften and rejuvenate it.
   • Spinach, kale, and other dark green leafy vegetables.
   • Tomatoes help protect the skin from sun damage.
3. 3 Don't forget about fatty fish (salmon, sardines, mackerel). This fish contains omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids that cleanse the skin. In addition, these acids make the skin more elastic and prevent damage due to age-related changes and solar radiation.
   • Are you vegan or vegetarian? Then try walnuts.
   • Don't like fish? If this is the case, try eating organic beef. It also contains omega-6 fatty acids that rejuvenate and plump skin.
4. 4 Eat dark chocolate in moderation. Typically, chocolate is considered unhealthy, but in small quantities (15 grams) it is healthy and does not cause weight gain. Chocolate contains antioxidants that help moisturize the skin. It also helps to improve the structure and appearance of the skin, preventing acne breakouts and aging.
5. 5 Do not be afraid of fats, but make sure that they are of high quality and wholesome. Olive oil contains monounsaturated fatty acids that rejuvenate the skin. Healthy fats are also found in eggs, nuts, and oily fish such as salmon. Avoid unhealthy fats found in sweets and many fast food menus.
6. 6 Avoid foods that are harmful to your skin. These are processed and refined carbohydrates, as well as unhealthy fats. Eating too much of these foods accelerates skin aging. Also try not to eat a lot of sugar. SPECIALIST'S ADVICE

   

   Kimberly tan

   
   
   Skin Care Specialist Kimberly Tan is the founder and CEO of Skin Salvation, an acne clinic in San Francisco. She has over 15 years of experience as a licensed cosmetologist and is a specialist in the traditional, holistic and medical ideology of skin care. She worked under the supervision of Laura Cooksey of the Face Reality Acne Clinic and personally studied with Dr. James E. Fulton, one of the creators of trentinoin and a pioneer in acne research. Her business combines skin care, effective product use, and holistic health and sustainability education.

   Kimberly tan
   Skin Care Specialist

   Eat more natural foods rather than prepackaged foods. Kimberly Tan - Founder and CEO of Skin Salvation - advises: “It's best to stick to a natural diet and stay away from anything that comes in packaging... Prepackaged food does not add to health, so I always recommend including as much as possible in your diet. flowers, proteins and fiber and drink plenty of water as well as herbal teas».

   
   

Method 3 of 4: Improving Your Skin Health Lifestyle

1. 1 Sleep 7-9 hours each night. Lack of sleep makes the skin look dull and earthy. Lack of sleep can also lead to the formation of bags or dark circles under the eyes. Getting enough sleep will help smooth out wrinkles, remove bags under your eyes, and give your complexion a healthy and beautiful complexion.
2. 2 Reduce stress levels. Stress negatively affects not only your mood and sleep, but also the condition of your skin. It can lead to acne formation, infection, and other skin problems. Set achievable goals for yourself, do not try to jump over your head, and rest every week and do what you love. Try the following relaxation techniques:
   • Take a walk around the area. This will help you relax and unwind. In addition, the fresh air will put your thoughts in order and energize you.
   • Practice breathing exercises. In doing so, your mind will focus on breathing, which will help you distract from current problems.
   • Practice meditation. The practice of meditation has evolved over the centuries, which is understandable! Through meditation, many are able to relax and clear their minds.
3. 3 Be sure to devote several hours a week. physical exercise. Exercise improves blood flow to the skin so that it receives the oxygen and nutrients it needs. With enough intense exercise, toxins are removed from the body along with sweat. Plus, exercise can help relieve stress.
4. 4 Avoid being in the sun for too long and protect yourself from its rays if necessary. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. It should be applied regularly, even during the fall and winter months.Try to stay less in direct sunlight from 10 am to 2 pm, as radiation is most harmful during these hours.
   • If you don't like using sunscreen, consider using a moisturizer or foundation with sunscreen.
   • When you swim or sweat a lot, you may need to reapply sunscreen more often - about every two hours.
5. 5 Quit smoking. Smoking impairs the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin. In addition, it damages collagen and elastin, which leads to wrinkles.

Method 4 of 4: Home Remedies for Skin Care

1. 1 Use oatmeal face masks if you have acne, sensitive or oily skin. Oats have a soothing effect on irritated skin and absorb excess oil. Mix 5 tablespoons (25 grams) of finely ground oats with enough water or milk to form a paste. Apply it on your face and wait 20 minutes, then rinse off the mask with warm water and pat your face dry with a clean soft towel.
   • For a more exfoliating effect, rub the mask over the skin in circular motions.
2. 2 If you have dull, dry skin, try a yogurt mask. Yogurt has an excellent moisturizing effect. In addition, lactic acid is a mild scrub that helps restore a healthy color to dull or yellowed skin. Mix 2 tablespoons (30 grams) of whole Greek yogurt with 1-2 teaspoons of honey. Apply the mask, wait 20 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water and gently pat your face dry with a clean, soft towel.
   • You can squeeze lemon juice into a mask to brighten skin and reduce acne.
3. 3 Apply some honey to your face. Honey has moisturizing, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. It is good for all skin types. Just spread some honey on your face and wait 15 minutes, then rinse off the honey with warm water and gently pat your face dry with a soft, clean towel.
4. 4 Make a simple sugar scrub. Mix equal proportions of sugar and vegetable oil. Stir the mixture well in a bowl and rub it over lips and face or hands and feet. Use brown sugar for a softer scrub and white sugar for a harder one. Although you can use any vegetable oil, coconut or olive oil works best.
   • Need something tougher? Try the salt!
   • Need something softer? Use ½ part sugar for 1 part butter.
   • Add some essential oil or vanilla extract for flavor.
   • Add some honey to moisturize your skin.
5. 5 Take milk baths, especially if you have dry skin. Fill your tub with warm water and add ½ to 1 cup (120 to 240 milliliters) of whole cow's milk or coconut milk. Regular milk has a mild cleansing effect, while coconut milk is great for moisturizing the skin. Stir water with milk by hand and soak in the bath for twenty minutes. You can also try the following milk bath options:
   • Mix 2 cups (250 grams) whole milk powder, ½ cup (65 grams) cornstarch, ½ cup (90 grams) baking soda, and about 10 drops of essential oil (optional).
   • Wait 24 hours for the mixture to infuse.
   • Run hot water from the tap and, along with it, pour 1-2 cups (125-250 grams) of the prepared mixture into the bathtub.
   • Stir the water with your hand and soak in the bath for up to 20 minutes.
6. 6 Use natural oils to moisturize your skin. Vitamin E oil, jojoba oil, coconut oil and shea butter are great. Olive oil is also good for some skin types, but in some cases it can cause flaking. Simply apply the oil to your skin after bathing or showering as you would with your regular lotion or other moisturizer.
   • Always check the packaging to make sure the oil is clean and not mixed with other oils.
7. 7 Set aside a day for spa treatments. Most spas provide relatively cheap treatment options and discounts (for example, only some treatments can be selected). Try a hydrotherapy bath, a steam room, or even a Western European-style treatment with a cold dip followed by a sauna. It tones your skin, flushes out toxins with sweat, and improves blood circulation. You will surely enjoy these procedures!

Tips

• If you get acne a lot, use hydroxy acids. If this does not help, consult a dermatologist.
• Apply under eye creams and concealers with your ring finger. This is the weakest finger, so it will stretch less the delicate skin under the eyes. Stretching the skin too much can lead to wrinkles.
• Lemon juice works well for lightening skin and improving the appearance of scars.
• Try not to use regular soap on your face. It is too harsh and can cause an allergic reaction.
• Never squeeze pimples, blackheads or other imperfections on the skin.
• Clean your cell phone and other devices that come in contact with your face.
• If, after using the detergent, you feel that the skin is tight, then you have chosen a detergent that is too harsh. Look for a milder detergent.
• If you have cystic acne, white toothpaste (but not gel) is a great remedy. Apply a little paste every night before bed and your skin will look much better in the morning.
• Consider using grease-absorbing wipes throughout the day instead of applying more powder or foundation.
• Apply some plain yogurt mixed with aloe vera gel to sunburned areas.
• Wash your pillowcases often and try to keep hair products away from the bedding. This will help prevent skin infection.
• Aloe vera gel with a content of pure juice of the leaves of aloe barbados (at least 90%) is well suited for the treatment of sunburn and skin irritation. Aloe vera is known for its medicinal properties and can do wonders for the skin.

Warnings

• Take precautions when using products with acids or peroxides, such as acne creams and anti-aging creams. These substances increase the sensitivity of the skin to the sun's rays and can lead to redness and flaking of the skin.
• Toner can cause dry skin if used too often.
• Never go to bed with your makeup on. Remove makeup with wet wipes or simply wash your face before bed.
• Washing too often can cause redness and irritation and other damage to the skin.