You're about to start a new year, and you're on that mindset
of starting new chapters in your life. Why not start by thinking of all the
ways you can be good to yourself? One sure way is to weed out those lifestyle
habits, foods and beauty products that don’t suit your body and skin and
replace them with what’s good for you. Your skin will react and thank you by
being brighter, clearer and even more gorgeous than it's ever been
before.
The Ultimate Gift Of Protection- Pour On The SPF
Winter or summer doesn’t make a difference, when out doors,
layer on enough sunscreen; it’s the best way to keep skin youthful. A lot of
people are confused about the dosage of the sun protection, let be sure how much to apply in 2014. Fill the hollow of
your palm (about ½ teaspoon) with a broad-spectrum UVA & B sunscreen with
SPF 50 to coat your face, neck and ears. Apply two coats to finish what you've
squeezed out; that's how you make sure you are adequately covered.
Spray Away Dryness
To keep skin moist and supple, spray your cutis several times daily
with thermal spring water (I love and recommend Avène Thermal Spring Water).
Spritz your face when travelling, on the go, or when stuck in traffic! The water is
packed with minerals like selenium that protect against UV damage and soothe your skin.
Exfoliate Regularly
Don't give the surface layer of dead skin cells a chance to build up and create that dull look. Reveal new, fresh skin cells for a more luminescent complexion by scrubbing regularly. No matter what your skin
type, you can benefit from exfoliating, but you must be sure to use the right
kind. If you have sebaceous skin, you are much more tolerant to exfoliation
than someone with rosacea-prone skin. Acne-prone? You, in particular, can
benefit from regular exfoliating as it will open up pores as well as help in
getting rid of old acne marks.
Don’t Fall For Fads
There are a lot of trendy products out there right now, like
goji berry, caviar, gold and snail body secretions packaged in creams. They’re
sexy, but not clinically proven. Your focus shouldn’t be on what’s new, but on
what works. Don’t jump on things until they’ve been proven. So before you rush
out to spend your hard-earned dough on the latest products, do a little
research and make sure that the “magic ingredient” will really benefit your skin.
Develop A Bedside
Manner
Most people often find it difficult to stick to the
anti-aging regimen at bed-time. To avoid missing your evening routine, store your
products in a pretty makeup case and keep them on your nightstand. So if you
forgot — or are just too tired to apply products at the sink — you can do it
easily while in bed.
Suggested Must-Haves:
·
A prescription retinoid cream to fight wrinkles
and keep skin youthful.
·
An ultra hydrating prescription moisturizer for
that supple soft skin.
·
Lip balm to keep lips plush and moist plump.
·
Foot and cracked heel renewal cream with
salicylic acid, as dry tootsies are not attractive by any standard.
·
Vitamin E oil to soften cuticles.
·
Teeth Whitening Strips for that bright smile.
Find A Dermatologist
If you’re looking for an expert opinion on your specific
skincare needs, or have nagging skin issues that need to be addressed, it may
help to seek out a dermatologist. With so many skin care experts out there, it
can be difficult to know which doctor is right for you. Find someone who’s a
great teacher and is invested in educating people about their skin.
You Really ARE What
You Eat And What You Absorb
Of course, the MAIN secret to glowing,
radiant skin is proper nutrition to 'fuel' your body. What goes in
your body reflects on the outer shell of your body. Eat lots of
fats, such as avocados, coconut oil, hemp oil and hemp seeds. Also indulge
in lots of dark RAW cacao powder incorporating it into you smoothies and sweet
treats, I’d even suggest having a dark chocolate bar each day. Dark
chocolate is so yummy and actually good for your skin. Make it organic
and as dark as you can! Yes, RAW dark cacao NOT (cocoa) is high in
anti-oxidants and nutrients. So EAT it and WEAR it!
Take care when choosing that right supplements and be
cautious with your food choices. Avoid chemical laden and processed foods
as well as all the artificial crap the industrial machine is trying to push
down our throats. Make it REAL and WHOLE food and Organic supplements. Eat
plenty of greens each day such as kale, broccoli, spinach, spirulina, barley,
wheat grass, etc. Do NOT eat GMO's, avoid MSG's and eat as clean as
possibly you can. If you must go out to eat, find an organic restaurant
or find a trusted sushi restaurant.
Eat A Skin-Saving
Breakfast
Make the first meal of the day contribute towards your skin.
Almonds are a great choice; they contain essential fatty acids, which help put
the brakes on inflammation that accelerates fine lines, sagging and
blotchiness. Not feeling like a nut? Salmon, tuna and halibut are good
choices.
NOURISH your body and skin from
WITH IN!
Sweat That Body
Make sure you get plenty of daily exercise, and enough
exercise to 'sweat' out the toxins that clog your pores. Yoga, Pilates and a
simple cardio routine at least 3 times per week will be sufficient. Develop healthy pass times biking, surfing, dancing etc. get that blood pumping through your body and skin to achieve a healthy glow.
Sleep Enough To
Nurture Your Beauty
You have always heard, "get your beauty
rest". This is so very true... you can sleep your way to beauty. Sleep
plays an important role in activating our cells to work properly. It is
only during hours of deep sleep that our bodies are reset to run smoothly the
next day. Our cells can only properly repair them selves during our
sleeping life. Get your zzzz's, at least 8 hours of sleep each and every
night. You may also want to set one night a week to count your
'blessings' early. Try going to bed at least by 8:30 one time per week
every week and waking at your normal time, 6 or 7 a.m.
Zen Your Skin
High levels of tension can spike hormone production that leads
to breakouts or aggravate conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Controlling
stress keeps your skin calm — but that's easier said than done. Taking a 10-minute
time-out to apply a facial mask and relax on your bed can works for some.
Another trick: Ban the 'Berry’ and ‘iphone’. Turn off your cell phone after 8
at night. Every little bit helps!
Again, there is NO magic wand to wave to throw beauty your
way. YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL, you just need to nurture your inner beauty to let
it radiate on the outside!
Have A Happy New Year!!!!
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