How to have perfect skin in 7 simple steps
1. Wash, wash, wash
Surely what will not surprise you, but the first step to having clean skin is to wash your face. Morning and evening of course, but the important thing is also how to do it.
One of the options not to be underestimated are the sonic cleaning systems, just like the Clarisonic or the Foreo, two small technological devices that allow you to thoroughly wash the skin by eliminating all impurities.
Don't feel like spending so much money? Use cotton pads or a microfiber or muslin cloth.
Also, investing in a good facial cleanser is never wrong, but if you want you can save on this product and invest your money on moisturizers, sunscreen and anti-aging products.
2. SPF
We think of sunscreen only for the summer, but to have a clean and healthy skin it is necessary to apply this product 365 days a year, in order to protect it as well as possible from the action of the sun's rays.
It is important to apply broad spectrum sunscreen so that UV rays cannot inflame the skin causing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Use sunscreen or a moisturizer, with an SPF 30, even to go to the office or on the day. winter.
3. Give your skin what it needs
We all need to wash our faces and we all need to apply an SPF, but apart from that it is necessary to vary our routine according to the conditions and needs of our skin: dry, sensitive, combination, acne or oily. And we all need our products to do different things, whether it's anti-aging, moisturizing, or mattifying.
If you have combination or oily skin, it is best to opt for salicidic or glycolic acid products. These will allow you to mattify the skin without overdrying the skin.
Also, don't forget that your skin routine has to change according to the season, it is not certain that the products used a couple of years ago will still be good. Blame for climate change, hormones and age.
4. Be careful what you eat
What we eat is just as important as what we spread on ourselves. In short words: we are what we eat.
Avoid processed foods and especially foods with a high glycemic content. Over-processed foods are not good for your health or your skin at all. High-glycemic foods quickly turn into sugar, which raises insulin levels, causing inflammation. The enzymes produced by this inflammation break down collagen and elastin, two fundamental elements for a healthy and radiant skin, thus leading to the formation of wrinkles.
Also if you suffer from acne, try to eliminate dairy products: this should help you to lower the various skin inflammations,
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5. Don't touch
We are all a little guilty of touching our face a little too much, especially in one place rather than another. After all, it is normal: from cleaning, to applying makeup to scrutinizing every single pore and every single wrinkle.
However, touching too much, especially when you don't wash your hands beforehand, can do us no good. Just think of all the things our hands come into contact with during the day. Would you really want all of that on your face?
There are also many other small things that can make a difference for our face, for example using the smartphone to make phone calls can aggravate acne, better opt for headphones. Also, if you suffer from acne, remember to change your pillowcase often. , you will certainly benefit from it.
6. Be patient
Admit it, you too have tried to get rid of all blackheads and pimples.We've all done it, even though we know it's wrong. But are there any exceptions? No, period.
Be patient with your acne treatment regimen, it takes time to heal your skin and make it healthy and clean. For example, products with benzyl peroxide or retinol are very helpful in treating acne.
When you just can't take it anymore, remember: beautiful things don't happen quickly.
7. Create your own ritual
Some of us prefer to focus on our skincare routine in the morning before wearing makeup all day; others appreciate the opportunity to pamper themselves with a mask before bed. Whatever you do, and whenever you do, there are two absolute rules:
1. Cleanse your skin vigorously before bed
2. Take a shower after exercising
And remember: never, ever go to bed before taking your make-up off.
Are you dead tired and can't wait to go to bed? We understand it very well. Remember to always keep a packet of make-up remover wipes on your bedside table, they will be useful on those nights when you just can't stay awake and don't even have the strength to wash your face. But don't get used to it, this is just an exception, the rule is: always wash your face.
Also, when exercising, always remember to wash your face well: sweat and bacteria can be a real problem for your skin.
