The skin is the largest organ and the first thing people see when they come in contact with you, so it is important to take care of it. The skin periodically has dead cells and these cells if not removed hinder the penetration of products.
While caring for the skin, the face is one part that requires extra attention. Here are a few natural ways to achieve a glowing skin;
DRINKING A LOT OF WATER
Regardless of what your skincare routine is, this step is paramount and effective. Water keeps your skin hydrated. This helps keep your skin free from scars, aging, blemishes, and soft lines.
Toxins from our environment, stress, and hard drugs can penetrate the skin, causing damage to the skin. Drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day will help flush out these toxins, leaving the skin smooth and glowing.
ALWAYS WEAR SUNSCREEN
Regardless of your complexion, it is important to wear sunscreen with high SPF. This shields your skin from harmful UV rays, and photoaging caused by sun. Sunscreen also reduces the risk of skin cancer.
You can either apply a cream or serum with sunscreen or apply sunscreen on days when you will be baring your skin. The myth associated with sunscreen is that only light-skinned people need it, even a dark person can get burnt from excessive exposure to the sun.
MAKE MOISTURISER AN ESSENTIAL PART OF YOUR ROUTINE
After bathing or washing your face, always apply moisturiser on your face while damp to lock in moisture. This helps the skin look dewy and not scaly or dry. A good moisturiser with anti-oxidant keeps your skin looking glowy and young.
Don’t skip moisturising because you feel your skin is too oily. Apply evenly especially after exfoliating or cleansing the face.
EAT THE RIGHT FOODS
Having the right eating habit is important if you want to have glowing skin. Vegetables and fruits produce enzymes that protect the skin from the sun and keep the skin refreshed. Make it a habit to eat vegetables or fruits every day and see the tremendous change that would happen.
Vegetables have certain antioxidants that protect the skin from cellular damage from free radicals like environmental pollution. These radicals are inevitable as they are a part of our environment, therefore, we need to fight them with our diet.
AVOID SMOKING AND SMOKING AREAS
Smoke contains toxins that are dangerous, not just to our internal organs, but also to the skin. These toxins can cause discolouration, eczema, dry skin, uneven skin pigmentation, baggy eyes, facial wrinkles, and inflammation.
When you stop smoking, your skin becomes brighter and regains its elasticity. It doesn’t just look better, it also feels better and breaths better. When you quit, taking supplements and vitamins while doing other tips mentioned here would help make recovery faster.
EXFOLIATE AT INTERVALS
As mentioned earlier, the skin from time to time has dead cells, if not removed, they block the pores and make you look darker. Exfoliating helps remove these dead cells and keeps the skin rejuvenated.
When exfoliating, remember to exfoliate not just your face but your entire body. Do not exclude exfoliation from your routine because your skin feels really dry. Instead, apply moisturiser or a moisturising facial mask afterward as this penetrates better after exfoliating.
PRACTICE A GOOD CLEANING ROUTINE
Cleaning your face should be part of your morning routine. Using a mild cleanser after a bath in the morning and before going to bed at night helps you achieve a better and faster result.
in the absence of a good cleanser, you can wash your face properly with herbs or fruit infused soap in the morning and before you sleep. this practice helps remove extra oil from the skin and keeps it regulated.
REPLACE TOILET BATH SOAP WITH HERB INFUSED SOAP
Most toilet soaps are made up of chemicals harsh for our skin. If you have a sensitive skin, then you should never use a toilet soap when bathing. Soaps infused with herbs or fruits like Papaya, Aloe-vera, Oat, Apricot, Vitamins, just to mention a few are better items for your shower bag.
If you must use a regular soap, make sure it is at intervals, maybe to cure or prevent a certain skin reaction.
A lot of people fall victim of using the wrong products or getting no result because of their lack of dedication and in a bid to want a very fast change. Skincare is a lifestyle and so it requires consistency and patience. If you have been a victim of bad products or want to achieve a glowing skin naturally, then you should try these tips to repair your skin.
Thank you Victoria.
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