Good skin is not only obtained by using the right products. You have to watch what you eat and do too. This article will provide some tips to improve facial complexion through treatment, lifestyle, and diet in general. In this article, you can also try some face masks.
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Method 1 of 3: Skin Care
Step 1. Wash your face at least once or twice a day, but don't overdo it
Washing your face can help get rid of dust, dirt and oil that sticks to your face during activities. However, if you wash your face too often, all the oil is lost. To compensate, your skin produces even more oil. This can lead to more acne.
- If your skin is oily during activity, try to absorb the oily areas with parchment paper. You can buy it at a beauty store or pharmacy.
- Do not use hot water when washing your face. Hot water can be very drying on the face. Instead, use warm water.
- Always wash your face and remove makeup before going to bed. If you sleep with makeup on, your pores may become clogged and cause acne.
Step 2. Use a gentle facial cleanser according to your skin type
There are several types of cleansers available and some of them are meant to treat certain problems like acne, oily skin, or dry skin. When choosing a cleanser, don't choose products that are very scented or colored because they can irritate the skin. Try looking for a facial cleanser that also exfoliates in order to remove dead skin cells and reveal the radiant skin underneath.
- If your skin is dry, look for products with the words "hydrating" or "moisturizing".
- If your skin is oily, look for products that are oil-free or with the words "for oily skin".
- If you have problems with pimples or blackheads, try using a product with the words "deep cleaning". This product will clean the dirt in the pores.
Step 3. Try not to touch your face too often
This is very important for people with acne problems to remember. The more often you touch your face, the more dirt and bacteria will stick to your skin. This makes more pimples appear.
Resist the urge to pop the pimple. This can make the skin redder or worse: leave acne scars. Try using an acne treatment with sulfur
Step 4. Use facial toner and moisturizer
Toner helps rebalance the skin's pH and tightens pores. Facial moisturizer hydrates the skin. This product is great for all skin types, including oily skin.
If your skin is oily, try using a light, oil-free moisturizer
Step 5. Choose the right foundation
Some foundations can make skin not only look worse, but also feel worse once you've washed it off. Sometimes, the way you apply your makeup makes a difference too. Make sure you use a foundation that suits your skin type. Also, try to use a facial primer before applying foundation. This product fills the pores and flaws on the face, and makes the skin look smoother.
- If you have oily skin, try using oil-free and mineral-based makeup products. Stay away from foundation in the form of cream and choose a powder or liquid foundation.
- If you have dry skin, don't use a powder foundation because it can make your skin look flaky. Instead, use a liquid or cream foundation. Try looking for products that are also moisturizing.
Step 6. Keep your makeup brushes clean
Indeed, this is often discussed, but dirty makeup brushes can spread bacteria to the face. This can cause skin breakouts. Clean your makeup brushes several times a week using soap and water or a makeup brush cleaner.
Step 7. Enjoy the sun, but make sure to protect yourself from it too
Sunlight is not a bad thing because it provides us with vitamin D. But too much sunlight can damage the skin. Try to expose your skin to the sun for 20 to 25 minutes per day. If your skin is exposed to the sun too much, wrinkles can develop and you can develop skin cancer. Here are some tips for protecting yourself from the sun's harmful rays:
- Wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15.
- Avoid the sun between 10 am to 2 pm. During this time, the sun's rays are very strong.
- If you're going to be spending a lot of time in the sun, make sure you protect yourself by wearing long sleeves and a hat.
Method 2 of 3: Taking Care of the Body
Step 1. Drink six to eight glasses of water per day
Water cleanses the body of impurities and makes the skin healthy and shiny. Water also helps hydrate the skin and makes it look firmer and younger. If your skin looks dull and dark, you should drink more water.
Green tea is also great for the skin. Green tea is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. This type of tea can make the skin look cleaner. Try to drink iced green tea without sugar because hot green tea can add redness to the skin
Step 2. Make sure you sleep for seven to eight hours a day
Sleep is important for skin and general health. Sleep gives the skin time to recover. Try to sleep on your back, instead of sleeping on your side or stomach. This will prevent wrinkles, puffiness, and eye bags.
Step 3. Eat healthy for healthy skin
Some foods are not only good for the body, but also for the skin. These foods contain vitamins and antioxidants that help skin look healthy. Here are some things you can add to your diet, here are the reasons why:
- Healthy fats, found in avocados, fish, nuts, and seeds, also contain vitamin E. Most also contain vitamin E. Healthy fats help hydrate skin and keep it looking young.
- Selenium is an antioxidant found in broccoli, eggs, fish, beans, shellfish, and tomatoes. Selenium protects the skin from cancer, sun damage, and blemishes from aging skin.
- Vitamin C is an antioxidant. Vitamin C can brighten the skin and give it a healthy glow. This vitamin can also reduce blemishes. You can find it in: black currants, blueberries, broccoli, guava, kiwi, oranges, papaya, strawberries, and sweet potatoes.
- Vitamin E is found in avocados, nuts, seeds, and oils. Vitamin E slows down the aging process and makes skin healthier.
- Zinc helps repair damage and keeps skin feeling soft. You can find it in fish, low-fat red meat, chicken, nuts, seeds, shellfish, and whole grains.
- Some foods do more harm than good. Try to reduce consumption of dairy products, carbohydrates/white flour, and sugar. These foods tend to cause breakouts, make the skin sag, and cause it to age quickly.
Step 4. Exercise for at least 30 minutes a day to keep your skin and body healthy
Exercising can increase blood flow to the skin and make it healthy. Exercise can also reduce stress. If the stress level is too high, the skin can produce too much oil and can cause acne. Try going to the gym or taking a dance or yoga class. If you don't have the time and budget for it, you can walk or jog around the complex.
Step 5. Try to reduce the stress you feel
Stress can make acne appear. If you can, try to find time during the day or week where you can relax and cool off. Here are some things to do:
- Take a walk or exercise. This helps the mind to focus on the movement of the body, instead of what is stressing you out.
- Try meditating. Find a quiet place and focus on your breathing. Pay attention to your surroundings but don't focus on them.
- Listen to music. If you have a musical talent, you can also try singing or playing music.
- Try doing an art or craft like drawing, painting or knitting.
Step 6. Try to quit smoking
Studies show that smoking can lead to premature aging and wrinkles.
Method 3 of 3: Using Face Masks and Other Natural Remedies
Step 1. Use shea butter as a moisturizer
This material is completely natural and free from harmful chemicals. It also relieves redness and inflammation. This material also feels very soothing. Apply a little shea butter on your face as if you were applying your regular moisturizer. Be careful when applying it to the sensitive areas around the eyes and mouth.
Step 2. Make a banana face mask for oily skin
You will need 1 ripe banana, 1 teaspoon honey and 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Mix everything in a small bowl and apply on the face. Leave this mask on your face for 15 minutes, then rinse with cold water.
Step 3. Brighten dull dry skin with a Greek yogurt mask
Mix 2 to 3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt with 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey. Apply the mixture on the face and be careful when applying it to the area around the eyes. Leave for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
- You can add a few drops of lemon juice to brighten your face even more, but after that you should stay out of the sun for a few hours.
- You can also add blueberries. This fruit is full of antioxidants which makes it great for dealing with acne problems. You will need to mix all these ingredients in a blender to make the mixture smooth.
- You can also use plain yogurt, without honey, lemon, or blueberries.
Step 4. Try the oil cleaning method
Start with a dry face, facial skin does not have to be clean. Mix some of the oils from the list below, and massage some into your face. Avoid the eye and mouth area. Continue massaging in gentle circular motions for one to two minutes. Wet a small towel with hot water and press it against your face. If needed, repeat with the other side of the small towel. Use the corner of the towel to absorb excess oil from hard-to-reach areas of your face, such as your nose. You may notice areas that become oily, but this is normal and actually helps. Keep in mind that it may take a few days for your skin to get used to it and that your skin may get worse before it starts to improve. Here are some combinations you can try
- If you have oily skin, combine castor or hazelnut oil with sunflower, grapeseed, or sweet almond oil in a ratio of 1:2. Hazelnut and sunflower oil is a great combination for acne.
- If you have combination skin, mix hazelnut oil and sunflower oil or another oil in a 1:3 ratio.
- If your skin is dry, choose pure avocado, apricot kernel oil, jojoba oil, or grapeseed oil. Use very small amounts of castor oil. Keep in mind that jojoba oil can clog pores.
- Do not use coconut oil or olive oil. Both tend to clog pores, which can lead to breakouts.
Step 5. Make a facial scrub to brighten and clear the skin
Instead of buying it, you can make it yourself at home. You probably already have most of the ingredients in your kitchen. Combine the oil and salt or sugar in a small bowl. Chop the fruit or vegetable of your choice and put it in a bowl. Add enough fruit or vegetables to thicken the mixture, but not so much that the mixture becomes solid. Massage the scrub into damp face for a few minutes, then rinse with warm water. Store the rest in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Here are some recipes you can use:
- For a moisturizing mask, mix 1:2 salt and olive oil and tomato pulp.
- To make a clearing mask, mix sugar and safflower oil in a 2:1 ratio and peeled kiwi.
- To lighten the skin, you need a mixture of sugar and almond oil in a ratio of 2:1 and strawberries.
- If your skin is sensitive, try a soothing mask. Mix brown sugar and avocado oil in a 2:1 ratio and peeled cucumber.
Tips
- Try to see a dermatologist. He can prescribe medications that can help your skin.
- The ingredients in toothpaste with added flavors (such as cinnamon and strawberry) can cause skin irritation. If you have acne around your mouth and use a flavored toothpaste, try replacing it with an unflavored toothpaste.
- The air in the house can affect the skin. If your skin is dry and flaky, try installing an air humidifier. If you have acne and your house is very dusty, try installing an air purifier.
- Check the hair products you are using if pimples or irritations develop near the hairline. Products that cause this problem tend to contain mineral oil, beeswax, or microcrystalline wax. Water-based products are less likely to cause irritation.
- Some medications, such as antihistamines, diuretics and antidepressants, can cause dry skin or acne. If this happens to you, talk to your pharmacist or doctor, and see if you can take other alternatives, or lower your dose.
- Keep your hair clean because dandruff in the hair can cause acne.
Warning
- Everyone's skin is different. What is good for your friend may not be good for you.
- Some facial cleansers have to be used several times before you see the effect. If nothing happens at first, do not throw away the product. Try a few more times.
- If you experience an allergic reaction to a product, mask, or scrub, stop using it immediately.
- The type of water in your home can affect the cleanser you use. For example, soft water doesn't clean well, while hard water can prevent soap from foaming. If this is your problem, try using less cleanser or choosing a less foamy soap.
