SKIN CARE TIPS

The first thing people notice about you is your face. Having healthy skin is an important part of a great looking face. Caring for your face is an important thing that you can do for yourself and it's not that hard. The team at wrinkle advice put some basic tips and simple guidelines to encourage you to care for your skin.

1) Cleaning your Skin.
It is very important, no matter what your skin type, to cleanse your face every day. Deep cleansing keeps pores clear and skin healthy. Your choice of cleaning products should be as chemical-free as possible. Soaps containing perfumes and deodorants should not be used on your face. Soaps and cleansers with harsh ingredients can leave a detergent film behind. These cleansers can also irritate your skin and clog your pores. Select a product that is as natural and mild as possible.

Occasionally using a good scrub will remove dead cells and smooth the skin surface. The scrub should clean without damaging your skin. Stay away from scrubs that contain ground bits of nuts or seeds. These particles may tear and damage your skin. A good scrub will invigorate without irritating or damaging.

 

1) Moisturize your Skin

The most important thing you can do for your skin is moisturize it! Again, natural is better. Use products with the least amount of chemical additives. Always use a light moisturizer on your face after cleansing and don't forget to moisturizer your neck area as well. If you are going to be outdoors always use a good sunscreen.

For more intensive moisturizing and to target damaged skin and wrinkles use products containing rich, healing ingredients, such as vitamin E, aloe vera oil or squalene. These oils are great for under and around the eyes.This is one of the first places to show age because the under eye skin produces less of the oil that occurs naturally on the skin (sebum). (See our wrinkle product guide)

2) Toning your skin
Our skin is exposed to environmental pollutants and the suns UV rays everyday. Toning can help keep your skin clear and firm. As we age, it is harder is maintain your skins' elasticity. Astringents and toners with glycolic or alpha hydroxy acids work well for toning the face. These acids can reduce the pore size, and unclog the pores, helping to reduce acne and avoid ingrown hairs.

3) Protecting your skin.
Protecting your skin can keep it looking healthier and younger longer. Healthy, glowing skin is a reflection of overall body health. Key element to the protection and health of your skin:

a) Avoid over exposure to the sun. Sun damage may cause hyperpigmentation (brown spots) which can develop into cancer. Sun exposure also causes of facial wrinkles. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher on all exposed skin, especially your face.

b) Exercise. Exercise promotes blood circulation which increases oxygen distribution to the capillaries and skin tissue. This oxygenation revitalizes the skin. Also sweating helps remove dirt and toxins from the pores. Always clean your skin immediately after exercising to wash always the sweat and toxins on the skin surface.

c) Eat Healthy. Eating healthy food, including lots of fruits and vegetable will keep your skin looking healthy. Foods rich in vitamins C and E also help to maintain elasticity. Drinking plenty of water will hydrate and firm your skin.

d) Avoid Excess. Too much alcohol, smoking, stress or fatigue can take its toll on the health of your skin. These factors can dull and discolor your skin making you old and tired. Get lots of sleep and avoid excess to keep your skin looking healthy and vibrant.

 

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