Taking Care of Your Skin Naturally
Our skin can take on a lot throughout our lives. However, many of us often overestimate just how far our skin can go to take care of itself independently. With this mindset, it can be easy to neglect a good skin care routine. What are some ways that you can be kinder to your skin naturally?
Be Mindful of Sun Exposure
It is estimated that 90% of skin aging is caused by heavy exposure to the sun. Don’t forget to protect your eyes too - squinting and peering can in fact contribute to lines and wrinkles surrounding the forehead area. Alongside skin aging, basking in the sun for too long without the appropriate protection can put you at a much higher risk of serious sunburn, not to mention skin cancer. If you need to be hospitalised for sunburn, it’s reassuring to know that new innovative advancements in medicine such as celleraterx gel can speed up the healing process of first and second degree burns. To keep your risk of sunburn low and to avoid any other skin risks, always carry around a bottle of sunscreen in your bag, limit your sun exposure, and remember to seek shade during the hotter months.
Assess your Diet
Too much sugar can be a leading factor for strain on the skin. While a little treat is perfectly fine here and there, high amounts of sugar in your diet can cause skin problems such as acne, rosacea, and eczema. It can also contribute to increased inflammation which can slow down the production of collagen and elastin in your skin, causing sagging and wrinkles. Reducing your sugar intake can work wonders on your skin - try to be mindful of the food that you are consuming by checking food labels and opting for meals that are healthy and balanced. You can curb sugar cravings by reaching for nutritious alternatives such as fruit, veg, nuts, protein bars, or low sugar yogurt.
Develop a Healthy Sleep Schedule
Who would’ve thought that the phrase “beauty sleep” was real? Sleeping allows our bodies to heal and regenerate new cells. What’s more, a good sleep schedule can decrease the stress hormone cortisol which can cause multiple skin problems such as discoloration and thinning. Sleep also helps to increase the hormone melatonin which acts a powerful antioxidant to fight against wrinkles, lines, and even skin cancer.
Try Not to Pick or Touch Your Face
Touching our face comes as a natural habit for everyone and we may not even realise that we are doing it. It’s also quite common for us to be tempted to pop or squeeze a pimple with our fingers. However, by doing this, you’ll only add more bacteria into the spot and create further damage to your skin that isn’t worth the satisfaction. Acne can be a frustrating experience, but there are luckily many solutions for you to try. For the best results, avoid picking or touching your face and instead trying out natural home remedies or seeking medical advice to achieve clearer skin.
