The Ideal Skin Care - Do’s and Don’ts

							    The Ideal Skin Care - Do’s and Don’ts

Who doesn't long for skin that glows naturally even in the absence of make up? If
you’ve noticed, most beautiful women have flawless skin that is free from
unsightly blemishes or pimples. It’s possible to have gorgeous skin regardless of
age, with the help of a basic skin care regimen.


Here’s what your skin needs - and what it doesn’t.


Natural makeup


Try and wear make up that has natural ingredients. Mineral make up makes you
look good without clogging your skin. Also make sure your make up has a few
ingredients as possible – this allows your skin to breathe freely and makes it look
good always.


Say no to smoking


Quit smoking as soon as you can. Smoking ages your skin prematurely and the
damage that it causes is second only to that caused by excessive sun exposure.
Nicotine constricts your blood vessels and blocks oxygen flow to the skin.


Remove dead skin (Exfoliation)


Exfoliate your skin regularly. Weekly sessions work well for most skin types.
Chemical exfoliators such as salicylic or glycolic acid are generally used for oily
or combination skin. Exfoliators based on microdermabrasion formula (containing
tiny beads to scrub your face) work effectively for those with sensitive or normal
skin.
Sun Protection


Never move out of the house without wearing sunscreen. Better still, wear
moisturizer that has an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 30, even if you are going
out only for a few minutes.


Eye care


Use an under eye cream before going to bed each night. The skin beneath your
eyes is extremely fragile and is often the first to reflect your age. Protecting this
skin is essential to keep it looking young and avoiding Eye dark circles. You can
even use it during the daytime, but make sure it has an SPF of 30.


Don't just focus on your face


While you are working on your face skin care regimen, don’t forget your hands,
neck and feet. These areas tend to age the quickest and are usually forgotten
when it comes to skin care. Moisturizing, exfoliating and using a sunscreen is
essential in these areas, so don’t just focus on your facial skin. While choosing
skin products, look for those with proven anti-ageing agents such as copper,
kinetin and Vitamins A and C.


A healthy diet


Increase your intake of healthy foods and drinks. Your skin is an external
reflection of what you put inside your body. Drink plenty of water to moisturize
your skin from within and eat foods rich in antioxidants, vitamins and beta
carotene. Antioxidants combat the harmful effects of free radicals, prevent cell
damage and protect you against heart disease and various kinds of cancers.
Your skin needs gentleness


If you have oily skin, don’t go overboard and dry it out totally. Many women tend
to launch a full scale assault on their skin when confronted with a pimple. When
your skin loses its natural moisture, it produces extra sebum to compensate. This
will aggravate pimples and acne and make your skin patchy and dry. Regular
exfoliation and gentle cleansing is all that you need to get rid of pimples and keep
your skin looking great. If you have a severe acne problem, consult your
dermatologist.