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Wash with tepid water.
Instead of
stepping into a shower of steaming hot water, opt for a more tepid
temperature. The temperature of hot water decreases lipid functionality
in the skin barrier, thus allowing for more moisture to leave the skin,
which promotes skin dryness, So, whether you’re washing your skin in
the shower or cleansing your face at the sink, use lukewarm water. Also,
take into account how much time you spend in the shower; as five to ten minutes is actually your optimal shower length.
Exfoliate regularly.
Slough away dead
surface cell build up that can cause your skin to look dull and feel
dry. You can use either a mechanical or chemical exfoliating method for
your face for beautiful, smooth skin. Consider trying a glycolic acid
formula that will dissolve away surface buildup of dead skin cells to
reveal fresh, younger cells and glowing skin. Some glycolic acid
formulas are gentle enough for daily use, but typically for most skin
types it is recommended that you exfoliate two to three times a week.
For smooth skin from head to toe, also exfoliate your body and be sure
to cover areas that tend to be rough and dry like your elbows, knees and
ankles. You can make a DIY sugar scrub for your body by combining brown
sugar and olive oil until it reaches a scrub-like consistency.
Moisturize while skin is still damp.
If
your skin is dry or looks lackluster you may be taking too long to
moisturize your skin after cleansing or showering. The optimal time to
moisturize is while skin is still damp so that the moisture from your
serums, face creams and body lotions can be locked in while your pores
are clean and open.
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Protect your skin with SPF.
Beautiful
skin is skin that is protected from the damage that sun’s harmful rays
can cause; including some common signs of skin aging like wrinkles, age
spots and sagging skin. To encourage beautiful skin, apply an SPF with
broad spectrum protection formulated for your face to your face, neck
and chest about thirty minutes before sun exposure. Also, apply SPF to
other areas of your skin that will be exposed, including your hands,
feet, and tops of ears.
Cater to your skin’s needs.
If you
experience dry skin, oiliness or have a few skin aging concerns, allot a
little extra time in your morning or nighttime skin care routine to
address your individual skin needs. If you have dry or mature skin,
consider trying a facial oil and if your skin is oily you might want to
try out a clay mask. You don’t have to spend a ton of time, just put in a
little concentrated effort to foster more beautiful skin results.
Take care of your skin; keep it nourished and protected and you might be surprised to find that beautiful skin is well within your reach.
Take care of your skin; keep it nourished and protected and you might be surprised to find that beautiful skin is well within your reach.
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