These 20 Habits Will Give You Beautiful, Radiant Skin In No Time

Nov 13, 2018 by apost team

As you age, it may be a bit inconvenient to incorporate skin care into your daily routine. However, as you get older, it even more important to take the best care of your body’s largest organ to ensure that you continue to look as youthful and attractive as you did in your younger years. But, how do you maintain that beautiful, youthful glow? Try following these 20 simple tips:

1. Decrease Stress

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Like any other organ, your skin will be affected by excess stress in your daily life. Cutting down on stress can have a healing effect on your body and this will be especially reflected in your beautiful complexion.

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2. Never Forget Your Sunscreen

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Leaving your face and any other exposed skin in the path of ultraviolet rays is not only a leading cause of early aging, because it can cause age spots and wrinkles, but it can lead to deadly cancers of the skin. So, sunscreen not only helps you maintain your youth, it can actually save your life!

3. Keep On Top Of Blackheads

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An easy way to remove these annoyances is by applying a gelatin mask twice a month. Simply mix two tablespoons of milk with a tablespoon of unflavored gelatin and microwave it for 10 seconds. Then apply the mixture to your problem areas. Once it dries, peel it off and you will see the debris that it removes from your pores.

4. Be Careful When Spraying Fragrance

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Try to avoid your face when you are spraying on perfume or cologne. Some of these products contain rough chemicals that can cause the collagen beneath the skin to break down, causing sagging and premature lines.

5. Moisturize Every Day

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Using a cream to quench the skin on your face and neck and a quality lotion to nourish the skin covering the rest of your body is a daily must.

6. Get A Decent Amount Of Sleep

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They call it beauty sleep for a reason. Your skin regains elasticity as you slumber due to the regeneration of cells that takes place. Just think, when you resting, your body starts its work and overall maintenance.

7. Always Remove Your Makeup

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Before you wash your face at night, use a gentle makeup remover to take off stubborn eye makeup and completely wash your face of any residue from your foundation and powder. Skin gets irritated and dull-looking when you forget this step because residual makeup can clog pores.

8. Don't Forget To Wash Your Face Before Bed

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When we get especially tired, we tend to forget, but this about more than just washing off your makeup. All day you are exposed to pollutants and bacteria, and your face also produces its own share of oil. A quick wash before bed with a gentle cleanser works wonders.

9. Use Tea Bags To Reduce Puffiness

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Placing warm, wet tea bags over your eyes can cut down on puffiness and unsightly dark under-eye circles. As a matter of fact, green tea has been used a main ingredient in many toners because it has anti-bacterial properties and it can tighten pores. It even reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

10. Take Vitamins For Skin Nourishment

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Biotin, especially, is a great supplement to your diet that promotes the regeneration of cells. It not only renews skin, but it also aids in growing hair and nails stronger and faster. It is water-soluble, however, so you will need to take it with plenty of water. Be sure to take one tablet daily.

11. Try A Detoxing Smoothie

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An easy way to clean the body of excess toxins and really revitalize the skin is by treating yourself to a detoxing smoothie. Just blend cleansing foods such as beets, carrots, apples, orange juice, celery, and cucumbers, and you are sure to feel your best in no time!

12. Drink A Lot Of Water

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Hydrating yourself increases the elasticity and purity of your skin, keeping it supple and strong. It will be at its optimal health and it will glow!

13. Exercise Regularly

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Working out boosts your metabolism and triggers your body's natural ability to heal and regenerate. This, of course, includes your skin, which relies on messages from the brain to renew itself.

14. Exfoliate Your Face

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At least twice a month you should use a mild exfoliating cream on your face to help it gain back its firmness and elasticity. You can easily make your own cream with a bit of natural yogurt and a handful of sugar crystals thrown in. This will also help to remove dead skin.

15. Exfoliate Regularly

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This is not just about your face, either. You must regularly exfoliate your whole body, because all skin deserves your attention. You can make your own sugar scrub, or simply use a loofah or exfoliating glove in the bath or shower. By rubbing it in a circular pattern, you will remove dead skin cells, keeping your skin moist and healthy.

16. Only Use Good Quality Makeup

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You have to keep in mind that your skin is like a sponge that absorbs everything that you put on it. Look over labels carefully and stay away from products that contain unnatural ingredients, fillers, and chemical coloring agents.

17. Try An Old-fashioned Homemade Face Mask

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There are so many ingredients easily found in your cupboards that can be used for an at-home facial. For example, avocado can alleviate itchy and dry skin, while oatmeal dehydrates overly-oily skin. Meanwhile, honey, along with papaya, will work wonders for those of you with combination skin.

18. Maintain Your T-Zone

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Your T-zone is your chin, nose and forehead, which forms the letter “T.” This area is known to get greasy in hot weather, after workouts, or during stressful situations. If you have this issue, you should use a clay-based mask to dry the area out regularly without dehydrating it.

19. Work With Aloe Vera

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Applying a touch of aloe vera gel around your lips and under your eyes a few times a week will fight fine lines, wrinkles, and other subtle signs of aging.

20. Incorporate Cucumbers Into Your Routine

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Just like you see in movies and on TV, cucumber slices over the eyes can really aid in a reduction in puffiness and contribute to overall skin health. The juice from the vegetable rejuvenates the under-eye area and keeps skin smooth.

Do you use these methods to keep your skin in tip-top shape? Do you have any additional tips? Let us know in the comments and pass this list onto your friends!

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation by your doctor. Your health is important to us!