The secret to radiant, healthy skin lies in consistent daily care of your skin and your well-being. This is the key to creating and maintaining a healthy glow.
Whatever your age or your skin type, your beauty can shine through.
First, make protection a priority...
Use mild, natural soaps or cleansers and warm water. Your face needs only your fingertips and a gentle massage. Lightly pat dry. Treat your own skin as you would a baby's.
Most skin types benefit from daily moisturizing. A pure and natural skin care product is always the best choice. Skip this step if your skin is oily or prone to acne.
Healthy skin begins within.
Beauty and health are inseparable. As a visible organ, your skin is a mirror of your overall wellbeing.
Promote optimum health with a holistic approach. Care for the entire package of "you"...mind, body, and spirit. You will feel better and look better.
Nutrition: Enjoy luscious fruits and vegetables for healthy skin. Add a variety of appealing whole grains. Choose high quality, low fat protein sources. Cold water fish such as salmon, herring, and mackerel provide skin healthy Omega 3 fatty acids. Read more about healthy foods for your skin.
Vitamins: Take a multi-vitamin daily for good measure.
Sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of uninterrupted beauty rest. This is so hard with a busy life, but your face always reveals a lack of sleep.
Exercise: Aim for at least 30 minutes most days of the week. I find enjoyable activity is the secret to consistent exercise.
Stress management: Free your mind with activities that bring joy and pleasure to your busy life. Relax, have fun! It will show in your youthful appearance.
Three vital tips for healthy skin.
Practice Safe Sun. Winter or summer, skin needs protection from ultraviolet rays. Nothing says wrinkles like years in the sun. Read the sun protection guidelines.
Don't Smoke! It is devastating to health... and it causes wrinkles. Smoking decreases oxygen, narrows blood vessels, and damages elastic fibers (translation...sagging skin and tons of wrinkles).
Avoid toxic chemicals in skin care products. Check labels. Nontoxic, natural skin care products promote healthy, beautiful skin...and they are kind to your body.
Daily routine for healthy skin care.
Skin self-exam.
It is critical to examine your skin thoroughly for any unusual changes or growths on a regular basis. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends a bi-monthly schedule. The AAD website offers clear instructions for the "perfect skin exam". It will take you less than 10-minutes to perform...and it just might be a lifesaver.
See a dermatologist if you notice anything unusual...ASAP! Also, check with your physician if you develop a rash, persistent itching, or any unexplained skin problem.
Your health, your skin.
Skin is your protective coat of armor. It shields organs and tissues within. It regulates body temperature, and detects hot, cold, and dangerous. That all-important human touch comes through skin sensation.
Your skin deserves exceptional care. Make healthy skin care a priority!
