8 Good Habits to look Younger
Eight lousy skincare habits and how to fix them, you've tried every trick written in the Beauty Book. You wash your face before bedtime, apply anti-ageing creams to each wrinkle and switch skincare products so often that you're sure you've memorized every brand by heart however, the sad truth is that nothing works.
Would you resort to drastic measures to make your skin smooth, soft and radiant?
You need a crazy amount of money to spend on complicated medical procedures. What if the problem is the way, you treat your skin? You're probably unaware of the bad skincare habits you've picked up over the years.
In today's blog, I've collected the most popular mistakes you need to stop. If you want to keep your skin healthy and young for a long time, Let's find out what you've been doing wrong.
1: You use facial scrubs too often the purpose of a facial scrub is to exfoliate and cleanse your face. An effective skincare procedure to slough away dead, flakey skin cells and reveal smooth, healthier skin underneath. But how often should you use facial scrubs? How can you tell me if you're exfoliating too much? Well! for a start, you'll notice telltale signs like flakiness, dryness, stinging, sensations and redness. In addition, you'll notices that your skin is shiny, tight and tingly. You had a bad girl.
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The key to proper exfoliation depends on your skin type.
For normal to combination skin, it is three times a week. For oily skin, five times a week. For sensitive skin types, once or twice a week.
Anti-ageing experts suggest avoiding facial scrubs that contain ground seeds or shells because the sharp edges can harm your skin instead of scrubs that can injure upper layer of the epidermis using chemical-based facial scrubs that'll help you remove dirt from your pores.
2: You use anti-wrinkle cream and think it's enough. Anti-ageing creams can do wonders for your skin by reducing fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. Unfortunately, the only way to get rid of wrinkles completely is to visit a plastic surgeon instead of being proactive and delaying the appearance of wrinkles for as long as possible by moisturizing your skin regularly Dermatologists.
Robin Ashenoff, MD of Hackensack University Medical Center, advises that prevention is the best medicine against skin ageing. What if the best solution is staying out of the Sun? Well, that's practically impossible for most of us, so make it a habit to apply sunscreen and SPF 30 or higher daily before you leave home.
3: After washing your face, you dry it with a towel, Of course, you should dry your face after washing, but maybe you're doing it the wrong way. Don't dry your face by rubbing it with a towel, as this can damage your skin. You will irritate and inflame your poor pimples and force bacteria to deepen into your pores. Gently pat your face with a towel and then let it air dry. Avoid using the nearest bath towel or kitchen towel. Use an organic cotton towel on your face and remember to change it regularly.
Dr Susan Whittier, Director of the clinical microbiology lab at Columbia University Medical Center, reveals that moist and damp towels are breeding grounds for mesa. The Mayo Clinic describes mesa or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus as an infection caused by staph bacteria so, you'll face a bigger problem than pimples and acne if you laze around in the hygiene department by not changing your face towel.
4: You sleep with your hair down. Hair contains a lot of dirt and grease that can damage the skin on your face, thanks to the pollutants outside. It also has natural oils and chemicals from the haircare products you use every day like, shampoo, conditioner and treatments. Once this potent mix touches your face can seep into your pores and cause breakouts.
The solution is simple, although you might have a problem getting used to it. What about sleeping with your hair tied loosely enough not to cover your face? Don't use elastic bands because they can damage your hair. Tie it up in a loose ponytail using a scrunchie. If you find this uncomfortable wrap up your hair in a silk scarf.
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5: You should pay attention to your pillow and pillowcase. It may seem unbelievable in ridiculous, but your pillow and the pillowcase can also cause pimples and acne. According to Dr David E banks Director and founder of dermatology cosmetic and laser surgery say:
"Acne Mechanica is a type of acne that comes from an object or material touching your face".
You can solve this problem by changing your pillowcase regularly, but how often change it every two to three days or at least once a week? You can escape this household tour by using a pillowcase made from a different material made of cotton silk or satin. If you don't launder and replace it regularly, it accumulates grime and sweat. Do yourself a favour, don't let a dirty pillowcase touch your face.
6: You ignore clay masks, one of the most underrated skin care treatments. It can feel heavy on your skin, but it has many benefits. Dr Edward Ted Lane, a dermatologist based in Austin Texas declares that clay masks contain crime astringent and anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce blemishes, redness and inflammation, tighten your skin, minimize acne, refine pores, remove impurities and reduce eye bags and puffiness. It truly detoxifies your skin.
There are different clay masks for different skin types. Use kaolin clay for normal skin. It's the mildest of all clay masks. If you have sensitive skin, switch to Rose clay which keeps your skin hydrated while removing dirt and oil. For oily skin, it's better to use French green clay as it absorbs excess oil, and reveals a smooth and healthy complexion.
7: You should eat foods that keep your skin healthy. It is the natural way to get radiant and healthy skin instead of gobbling up medicines that can have side effects. It's not only good for your skin but also your body. To give you an idea of which foods to eat. Here are some items you can add to your grocery list:
Broccoli reduces swelling and skin redness after sun exposure. Tomatoes and apricots protect you from harmful UV rays while giving you a slight tan.
Carrots and peaches are a substitute for sunbathing if you eat them regularly.
Fatty fish that is a source of omega-3 fatty acid keeps your skin supple and moisturized.
Red and yellow bell peppers can help keep your skin firm and strong.
Soy improves skin elasticity keeping it smooth and healthy.
Dark chocolate helps your skin to be thicker and more hydrated and acts as a sunscreen.
8: You hide your problems instead of solving them I am still talking about skin problems here. In case you got confused about why or what were you thinking? If you have to use concealers all the time. You probably need to see a doctor who can help you solve your skin problems. They will tell you which skincare treatments are suitable for you.
Do you practice any of these habits? Tell me in the comment section below. Don't forget to follow and share this blog with your friends. Always stay tuned and join me on the bright side of life.
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