Beautiful Skin, the Natural Way
Monday, 23 November 2009 02:37
Most women today rely on cosmetics to project flawless beauty. The usage of cosmetics not
only contains numerous chemical substances that are unsafe and cause detrimental effects on
skin, but also creates an inferiority complex where women cling onto cosmetics and dare not
bare their cosmetics-free skin in public.
The truth is, cosmetics or make-ups are the leading factor to unhealthy, sallow, wrinkled and
ageing skin because their harmful chemicals strip the natural glow and youthful complexion
from your skin.
The key to looking your fabulous best, without makeup, is to have a clear, beautiful complexion.
Forget make-up. Go natural as often as possible. After all, if you have healthy and beautiful
skin, why hide it with make-up?
No matter which walk of life you are from or which skin type you have, these top 10 tips are
absolutely essential to achieving glowing and beautiful skin, the natural way:
Tip 1: Wear sunscreen
There is no greater anti-wrinkle secret in the world than the simple act of wearing sunscreen
every day. Sun exposure not only accounts for most of the skin damage associated with ageing,
but it can also lead to skin cancer. At the bare minimum, make sure you wear a broad spectrum
sunscreen with a minimum rating of SPF 15.
Tip 2: Cut down the ciggies!
Smoking damages your skin faster than you can imagine. As your body tries to flush the toxins
out, your skin loses its natural glow, and the suppleness disappears, leaving wrinkles in its
place.
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Tip 3: Lead a stress-free life
Too much stress causes chemical reactions in your body that can age your skin. If you want to
avoid wrinkles for as long as possible, make sure you learn to take life easy too. Spend some
quiet time by yourself with a soak in the tub or a short walk during the day; anything that can
bring down your stress levels, relax your body and help keep your skin looking young and
healthy.
Tip 4: Keep your face clean
This is a basic skin care tip, yet it is one that many women take for granted. Clean skin not only
looks healthy, it is also the foundation of good skin care. Little things such as washing your face
in the morning and night with a good product designed especially for your skin should help to
clear the impurities clogged up in the skin. Keeping the skin clean at all times will also stop any
blemishes from occurring.
Tip 5: Know your skin type
In order to look after your skin, you first need to know your skin type. There are generally four
main types of skin - dry skin, oily/acne-prone skin, normal/ combination skin and sensitive skin.
Generally, sensitive skin is the hardest to take care because most products in the market are
especially designed targeting the other three skin types.
So, if you have sensitive skin, you may have to do a little more research. Sensitive skin is prone
to sunburns and windburns as it reacts quickly to heat and cold. It is also commonly dry,
delicate and prone to allergic reactions so using the wrong products can do more harm than
good.
Tip 6: Exercise
Because societies have become so focused on exercise as the most effective way to weight
loss, people forget the fact that exercise is simply good for their health, and in this case, for your
skin. Not only does exercise help build collagen which reduces wrinkles and fine lines, it
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increases healthy and helpful blood circulation which provides nutrients to skin cells. This can
help make a big difference in your fight against oily skin. Regular exercise can help regulate
certain hormones, giving your body more internal balance and easing the production of sebum.
The result: oil-free skin with less acne outbreak.
Tip 7: Drink up!
Water is one of the best things you can put into your body...and it is calorie free! The more you
drink the better your skin will look. Drinking water hydrates your body and contributes to the
overall effects of a healthier body and healthier skin.
Tip 8: Mask
The first question that begs asking is: why would you want to use a face mask? Well, a face
mask is an important step in improving the complexion of the skin towards a clearer and more
youthful looking skin. Face masks have deep cleansing and conditioning action on the skin and
are great in refreshing tired skin or to soothe troubled skin. Using a face mask once or twice
every week also helps to moisturize and tighten your skin by reducing large pore sizes. Applying
a mask is always a good way to promote a healthy and glowing skin.
Tip 9: Get your beauty sleep
Anyone who's suffered through sleepless nights can attest to the fact that lack of sleep often
results in puffiness, dark circles or bags under the eyes. Make sure you get your seven-to-eight
hours sleep, so you can wake up looking fresh and beautiful.
Tip 10: Moisturize
Finally, the last and perhaps the most important step in taking care of your skin is to moisturize.
Moisturizing not only keeps your skin looking soft and supple, it gives your skin that healthy
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glow which will boost your confidence. If you only want to do one thing in your skincare routine,
make sure it is moisturizing!
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