Most times, we focus more on our outfits and ignore our skin which reflects how we appear. Those who put in little effort to take care of their skin sometimes end up causing significant damage to their skin through the use of chemically produced skin care products.
It is important to know that the skin develops in a way that makes it naturally defensive against chemicals and infections. However, it needs to be well maintained to make it serve its purpose. Just as your nutrition and certain daily routines affect your health, certain natural routines are also necessary to maintain healthy skin.
It is necessary for you also to know that those fine lines across the eye region, the facial wrinkles and the aging body you are beginning to have is as a result of your inability to naturally maintain your skin. While it may seem like that chemically produced skin product is working for you, its effect may tell on you sooner or later.
So beyond the use of these products, here are seven amazing natural ways to care for your skin:
Gently treat your skin: Protecting your skin from damage is as important as taking proper care of your skin. The skin is very sensitive and requires a gentle approach for its care. To gently treat it;
- Exfoliate: One of the best ways to have and enjoy an ever radiant skin is by exfoliating. Exfoliating helps to remove dead cells thereby allowing a regeneration. It is advisable to opt for dry brush exfoliation. Practitioners have stated that dry brush exfoliation is one natural way to reduce skin puffiness and calm the body nerves. When using the exfoliation brush, it is best to apply pressure so as to avoid scratching the skin gently. Exfoliate before showering.
- Mild soap: Every skin requires a little amount of oil to keep the body moisturized. Strong soap can cause dryness and body itching. It is best to make use of mild soap for your bath.
- Reduce bath time: The fact that you stay so long in the bathroom may affect your skin. Hot and long showers can deprive your skin of required oil. So make use of mild water and limit your bathing period.
- Moisturize: If you have dry or oily skin, ensure to moisturize. Moisturizing keeps you slightly wet thereby keeping your skin healthy and attractive.
Stay away from Sun: While the sun is an important part of existence, exposure to ultraviolet rays can cause lasting damage to the skin and can even cause wrinkles, aging and skin cancer. If there is a way to limit the number of times you go out, please do. However, if your occupation disengages give room for that, it is best to protect yourself by doing the following:
- Application of Sunscreen: Sunscreen is one effective way to protect yourself from the damaging effect of UV rays. However, ensure you buy one that contains SPF of at least 15 and apply every two hours to keep your skin intact
- Look out for shades: You should avoid the sun between 10 am and 4 pm. Since you will have to be out during these periods, ensure you look out for shades. Especially if you have to work on the field, try to seek shades.
- Wear well-covered cloth: Avoid putting on exposing clothes. Wear hats to cover your face and neck. Put on long pants to cover your legs as well as the long-sleeves top. These clothes will naturally keep you safe.
Maintain a healthy diet plan: Studies in alternative medicine have stated that healthy and good looking skin is a direct reflection of the digestive system. Practitioners have stated that those who suffer from skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, rosacea may have to review their diet as their diet determines how healthy or unhealthy they can be.
Amongst others, it has been noted that a lack of fiber and fluids strongly contribute to common skin conditions. If adequate measures are not put in place to adjust the diet plan to include sufficient fiber and fluids, there may be no lasting solution to these conditions.
Lack of water or fluids will cause dehydration thereby affecting the skin and the body system. Understand that you cannot substitute Alcoholic and caffeine fluids for water. So ensure to take at least 8 cups of water daily.
More so, eating enough fiber will also aid digestion. Nutritional reports have stated that the average human eats 12 grams of fiber daily. This is actually not good for the skin. However, the Nutrition board has advised that men take at least 38grams of fiber while women should take at least 25grams of fiber.
As it is necessary to increase the amount of fiber in your diet, you will also have to increase your fluid intake. Appropriate use of both will surely help you attain a younger and beautiful skin as well as help you get rid of acne.
Avoid smoking: It is no news that smokers are liable to death as smoke affects the lungs. While death is its ultimate effect, smoking is really bad for the skin. Smoking restricts the activities of the tiny blood vessels in the extern layers thereby reducing the flow of blood and ultimately leading to pale skin. More so, it destroys and restricts the vital effect of required nutrients and oxygen. As it destroys collagen and the body’s elasticity, it causes the body to shrink thereby causing wrinkles. Not only does it affect the skin, but it also affects the facial appearance. Smokers make a certain facial appearance when smoking. As these facial features become permanent, they tend to cause wrinkles and fine lines across particular regions. It is best to stop smoking while it is still early. If you think you are addicted, you should talk to your doctor.
Stay Active: Health practitioners have stated that inactivity can elevate loss of muscle tone, bloating, as well as acne. Though some people prefer to stay inactive to reduce stress, it is important to know that the best way to relieve stress and to cater for your overall health is by being on the move. Stretch regularly, take a walk and hit the gym. A little sweat helps to nourish the body with swift blood circulation.
Eat benefiting Fats: Eating good fats rather than the ones with a high level of LDL cholesterol is an excellent way to maintain your natural skin. You can make use of flaxseed or walnut oil for your salad dressing. However, do not use these oils for cooking; rather they should be refrigerated and used in the pure state. You should also add olive oil avocados to your diet.
Sleep: You want healthy skin, but you do not sleep? Adequate sleep goes a long way in helping to sustain a beautiful and good looking skin. While you peel off dead cells while exfoliating, your skin repairs itself and rejuvenates while you are asleep. No matter your schedule, creative time for quality sleep.
Beyond any other thing, caring for your skin should never be ignored and should always be in your to-do list. Incorporate these natural ways and thank yourself later.
References
https://www.verywellhealth.com/tips-for-natural-skin-care-89844
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/skin-care/art-20048237