Secrets of getting skin right


Ten things that are crucial in your skin care regimen:

1. Water/ Hydration 
- drink at least one glass of water first thing in the morning and one before going to bed
- and of course drink at least 6 to 8 glasses throughout the day
-add additional glasses to the 6 to 8 if you are travelling or exercising

2. Circulation = Glowing skin
-start your shower with hot water to open up your pores 
- use a blast of cold water at the end of your shower to get your blood circulation going and close up your pores

3. DO NOT USE HOT WATER ON YOUR FACE
- hot water weakens your vessels which will stretch and loosen your skin, it also dries out your skin
- use lukewarm to cold water instead 

4. Beware of the Sun 
-do not suntan from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. 
-use sunscreen
-and use the sun to your benefit with moderation 

5. Masques
- you can either use store bought masks, such as clay masks 
                                 OR
-you can make your own ( I posted some recipes here)

6. ALWAYS wash your face before going to bed!!!

7. Care for you face and neck GENTLY
-do not scrub the thin skin around your eyes and neck
-use an oil based eye-makeup remover like Lancome Bi-Facil or simply use olive oil 

8. Routine
- it is important to create a beauty routine that you will follow everyday, it will improve your skin and your mood

9. Simple is Key 
- do not put a thousand moisturizers on your face, it will not help! 
-do not over wash your face - it will only dry it out - washing your face twice a day is more than enough

10. Once again - drink lots and lots of water!
- AND don't smoke!


Image by Edouard Boubat

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