Regardless of your age or background, having a glowing and radiant complexion is something we all desire. The confidence boost that we gain from having fresh skin allows us to navigate through life with newfound confidence and bravery.
If you’re ready to recharge your skin and look great in the process, here are five easy-to-implement skin rejuvenation tips that will help you look your best. When you practice these tips consistently, you can watch your skin improve before your eyes in the weeks to come.
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1. Sunscreen
Before you head into your bathroom and purchase skin-care products to eliminate acne, oil and blackheads, it’s imperative to protect your skin against the elements.
Among the variables that cause damage to our skin, harmful UV radiation emitted by the sun reigns king. These invisible rays penetrate our skin and lead to irritation, sunburn, fine lines, wrinkles and age spots.
Before heading out, even on overcast and rainy days, cover exposed areas with a moisturizer that contains sun protection factor (SPF) as one of its ingredients.
2. Hydration
Have you begun to notice that your pores, hyperpigmentation and skin irritation ticks out more than usual? If so, you may be dehydrated and lacking essential nutrients within the various layers of your skin.
Water is more than just a tasty drink when we’re parched; it’s the main component of healthy skin and an aesthetic complexion. When we drink water with consistency, our skin becomes cleansed of harmful toxins and particles that hinder our appearance. When in doubt, drink up!
3. Spend Less Time in the Shower and Bath
Are you guilty of taking a hot bath or shower before the day gets started or after coming home from work? If you are, don’t fret; we’ve all been there. Although this practice helps us relax and unwind before and after a challenging day, it may be wreaking havoc on our skin.
The hot water passing over the surface of your skin strips your body of its natural oils and lubrication. When this happens, your system kicks into overdrive and produces an abundance of oil, causing acne and redness in its wake. As a rule of thumb, cut back shower and bath time and cool the water temperature.
4. Avoid Products With Alcohol
A popular ingredient among facewash and beauty products that line the shelves of our local convenience stores is alcohol. While alcohol may have some benefits for clearing up your skin of acne and blackheads, it can lead to dry and cracked skin.
As an alternative, we suggest you use all-natural face washes, toners and moisturizers in your beauty routine. And if you’re bound and determined to use a product containing alcohol, apply your moisturizer after using the product to maintain skin hydration.
5. Exfoliate Weekly
This last tip should be practiced with a word of caution: Exfoliating dead cells from your skin is paramount, but too much can cause skin damage.
At the end of a busy week, perhaps when you have a few hours of downtime, apply an exfoliating cleanser to your face. These products contain rough mineral-like substances that remove dirt, grime, grease and particles from your skin. Here are some benefits of developing an exfoliation routine:
- Collagen stimulation
- Increase bloodflow
- Supple skin
- Skin softness
- Evens skin tone
If you exfoliate with moderation and patience, the results you will experience in the months to come are unrivaled! If you notice your skin becoming irritated, reduce the time between exfoliation sessions.
