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health of our skin is an apt reflection of the state that our body is
in. To many of us this seems weird but that is the basic truth. Skin is
an extremely sensitive organ and being exposed all day long to the
vagaries of the weather it often bears the brunt of these insults. How
can one look after the health of one's skin and look younger?
Our
skin reflects the vitality of our body. The skin is like a canvas on
which the general health of the body is painted. It is thus imperative
that we take good care of our skin as it the only one we will ever get
and this can be easily achieved by incorporating some healthy changes
in our daily lifestyle.
What are the 6 most important tips for a glowing skin and better complexion?
1.
Water: Drink plenty of water: Water serves to flush out the toxins from
the body and keeps every organ in general and skin in particluar
healthy. Aim to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water per day.
2.
Balanced diet: Eat a healthy and balanced diet that has plenty of fresh
fruits, vegetables, whole grains and salads. Avoid fried or greasy,
refined and processed foods. Fast foods are a definite no-no.
3.
Clean and moisturize skin daily: Make sure that you wash your face
twice daily - once in the morning upon waking up and once again before
retiring to bed at night. After washing use a toner and moisturizer.
Toners help remove fine traces of oil, grime, dirt and any left-over
make-ups after the wash. Even people with oily skin should use a
moisturizer. Choose one according to your skin type (oily, normal or
dry).
4. Sun blocks are a must: Over time exposure to sun can
lead to wrinkles, freckles, discoloration, benign growths like moles
and cancerous growths like basal, squamous cell carcinoma and
melanomas. Always wear a sunblock which has a Sun Protection Factor of
15 or higher.
5. Professional help for skin problems: No one is
blessed with a perfect skin. At various times in life skin can be
affected by rashes, acne, it can get dry or oily and infected. Seek the
help of a trained skin aesthetician at your saloon or a dermatologist
for serious problems.
6. Self screening: Make it a habit to get
yourself familiar with your skin and examine your skin on a daily basis
to identify any suspicious spots, moles or patches that might indicate
a skin cancer. Ask a relative or friend to examine those areas that are
not easily accessible like the back. If you find anything suspicious
consult a skin specialist immediately.
health of our skin is an apt reflection of the state that our body is
in. To many of us this seems weird but that is the basic truth. Skin is
an extremely sensitive organ and being exposed all day long to the
vagaries of the weather it often bears the brunt of these insults. How
can one look after the health of one's skin and look younger?
Our
skin reflects the vitality of our body. The skin is like a canvas on
which the general health of the body is painted. It is thus imperative
that we take good care of our skin as it the only one we will ever get
and this can be easily achieved by incorporating some healthy changes
in our daily lifestyle.
What are the 6 most important tips for a glowing skin and better complexion?
1.
Water: Drink plenty of water: Water serves to flush out the toxins from
the body and keeps every organ in general and skin in particluar
healthy. Aim to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water per day.
2.
Balanced diet: Eat a healthy and balanced diet that has plenty of fresh
fruits, vegetables, whole grains and salads. Avoid fried or greasy,
refined and processed foods. Fast foods are a definite no-no.
3.
Clean and moisturize skin daily: Make sure that you wash your face
twice daily - once in the morning upon waking up and once again before
retiring to bed at night. After washing use a toner and moisturizer.
Toners help remove fine traces of oil, grime, dirt and any left-over
make-ups after the wash. Even people with oily skin should use a
moisturizer. Choose one according to your skin type (oily, normal or
dry).
4. Sun blocks are a must: Over time exposure to sun can
lead to wrinkles, freckles, discoloration, benign growths like moles
and cancerous growths like basal, squamous cell carcinoma and
melanomas. Always wear a sunblock which has a Sun Protection Factor of
15 or higher.
5. Professional help for skin problems: No one is
blessed with a perfect skin. At various times in life skin can be
affected by rashes, acne, it can get dry or oily and infected. Seek the
help of a trained skin aesthetician at your saloon or a dermatologist
for serious problems.
6. Self screening: Make it a habit to get
yourself familiar with your skin and examine your skin on a daily basis
to identify any suspicious spots, moles or patches that might indicate
a skin cancer. Ask a relative or friend to examine those areas that are
not easily accessible like the back. If you find anything suspicious
consult a skin specialist immediately.
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