Your Route to Having Great Skin

Who doesn’t want perfect glowing skin like the Instagram selfies you keep stalking (or liking)?

 In order to have that flawless skin, you either need to have the same bank account as them or God-given makeup skills and if you’re really lucky, good genes that run in the family. But common people like us don’t have that much of a choice but to look for other ways to get that healthy radiant blemish-free skin without sucking our wallets dry and it begins with a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly regimen.

But to get that flawless skin your after without blowing up tons of money needs hard work and dedication. It’s not as easy as you think because it will need commitment and perseverance to achieve that blemish-free look. So, if you’re ready to take your relationship with your skin to the next level then buckle up and take some notes.

We all know old habits die hard but if you want that perfect skin, it’s time to actually stop going to bed with makeup on or rushing out without sunscreen. By replacing them with new positive habits, you can make a huge difference in your complexion in a short period of time. But what kind of regime should you do?

Here is a quick guide on getting the flawless, blemish-free skin you’ve ever wanted.

DAILY

1. Develop a healthy regime by washing your skin twice daily – once in the morning and once at night. For the morning, you’re preparing your skin for a day’s battle of pollution and UVB rays or other elements that can cause skin damage and, in the evening, you’re washing all the impurities away that built up throughout the day, like dirt and oil. This includes taking your makeup off every night without exceptions! It does not only clog your pores but trap dirt and pollution which blocks essential repair it goes through when you sleep.

2. Turn down the heat even when the temptation rises to soak in hot baths in colder months – your skin will be healthier and less dry when the water is warm rather than hot, the same goes with washing your hands. It is also a good idea to limit the time you spend inside the shower and patting your skin with a soft towel instead of rubbing it.
3. Don’t forget your eyes – treat the area with an eye cream that contains growth factors, retinol, and Vitamin C to boost collagen and skin thickness as it has the thinnest skin on your body. But also take note of your neck, décolletage, hands, and arms which can show the first signs of skin damage and age. The best time to apply moisturizer is right after your shower as its when your skin is most primed to absorb it while a body oil will lock in moisture without leaving you greasy.
4. Let sunscreen be your new best friend – apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or even higher every day, whether the sun is out or not. It does not only protect you from skin cancer but also decrease wrinkles, keep pigments even and keep your skin barrier healthy. Look for one that has UVA and UVB blockers, and zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.
5. Healthy is always good – drink plenty of water and sleep at least eight hours every night. It is also good to eat clean to avoid breakouts. Antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetable are the great plus low-sodium diet to prevent puffiness.

WEEKLY

1. Exfoliate – you might already be exploiting your face two-to-three times a week but it’s an extra boost if you use a gentle exfoliator with a mixed beta-and-alpha hydroxy acid peel, which removes dead skin cells to reveal glowing skin underneath.
2. Be extra – use a soothing sheet mask to unwind even if it’s only for 10 to 20 minutes. It helps nourish your skin and it improves tine and encourages collagen production. Unwinding after a grueling stressful week at work will reward you with a decrease in blemishes as it lowers stress which leads to clearer skin.
3. Hitting the gym– exercising at least three times a week tightens skin and reduces and in turn reduces breakouts.
4. Don’t just let anything touch your face – even with a top of the line skin care products and dermatologist if you’re slobby with the things that go near your face all that effort would be all for naught. Make sure your makeup brushes, cell phones, and pillowcases weekly. It’s also good to have clean hands when you touch your face.

MONTHLY

1. Start sugar scrubbing – over exfoliating can be drying, so stick to it once a month in the shower. Lightly scrub a gentle sugar scrub in a circular motion over your entire body with special attention to dry areas then after, slather on some body cream that you love.
2. Get a peel – an in-office treatment like a facial or a peel can help you get that flawless. It might be an indulgence but its less expensive and intensive than trying to repair damage down the road.
3. Tweak you trusted regime a little – even if it’s your trusted regime that kept your skin looking fresh and young as ever needs a bit of twist even once in a while with the changing of the seasons. Winters will need slightly thicker moisturizers while in hot summers needs a pore de-clogging hydroxy acids. Consider also seeing a dermatologist to help you know the best course you should take.
4. Let go – even if you don’t go to a dermatologist monthly there are still a lot of ways to get a clearer better-looking skin. it’s time to say goodbye to your expired makeups and other products that were out of commission for some time now. Check the expiration dates on the products you’re using and see if it’s still good.

YEARLY

1. Annual skin screening – a yearly skin cancer screening from a certified dermatologist is simply one of the most important things you should be doing. Don’t wait until something really does happen as skin cancer will occur at any age.
2. Talk to a professional – it’s also a good idea to see a dermatologist come up with your overall skin health and if you’re considering some cosmetic treatments like tightening procedures or laser, your doctor can help you deiced.

If can keep up with this schedule without being lazing (too much), I won’t be surprised if you can take to selfies left and right and not a speck of blemish to be seen.