We all dream of getting a miracle in a bottle for
that peaches and cream complexion. Certain products can help,
but ageing is a natural process that happens to all of us. Her
are some easy tips to keep your skin healthy with a natural glow...
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Protect yourself from the sun. Use sunscreen
and avoid direct sunlight.
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Don't smoke. Smoking impairs the skin
dramatically. That's why smokers skin looks dull and gray.
Instead of having oxygenerated blood delivered to the surface
of the skin, they're getting poisons and oxidants.
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Get adequate rest and nutrition.
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Protect yourself from stress - both emotional
and environmental.
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Wash your face twice a day minimum.
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Don't neglect elbow, heels and neck. They
need moisturizing too.
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Touch your face less and wash your hands more!
Don't get too surgical on yourself. It's very tempting to
pick, poke, squeeze, and scratch in front of the mirror. But
the more you traumatize the skin, the greater your risk of
scarring.
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Keep your makeup clean. Replace the
sponges in your compact on a regular basis.
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Exercise moderation. More is not, always better.
Moisturizer, for example, is the most overused product.
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Exfoliators are another thing to be careful
with. Used too often, they over acidify and irritate your
skin.
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Beware of counter girls If it were up to them,
you'd be in the bathroom for two and a half hours each morning
- putting 80 layers on your face. Keep your regimen simple.
And when you do add a new product, do it gradually so your
skin has time to adjust.
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Eat the right foods. You are what you
et. What you eat is not just relevant to your weight. It also
affects the health of your skin. Clinical studies have shown
that eating diets rich in fatty acids and antioxidants can
help skin retain its youthful appearance. Foods good for your
skin include fish, vegetables, whole grains and fruits including
all kinds of berries. Antioxidants in the diet may
help reduce the appearance of age spots. Fatty acids are one
of the components of metabolic process within the body that
are also integral to the maintenance of healthy skin. Making
these foods a part of your daily diet can benefit you for
years to come.
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Drinking the recommended eight glasses of
water per day coupled with some regular exercise - walking,
running, bicycling, engaging in sports have a great impact
on one's complexion. Increased blood flow due to aerobic exercise
will positively impact one's complexion with a glowing look
to replace dull skin. Hydrating the skin is key to great looking
as well as healthy skin.
