Seven Quick and Simple Reminders for Healthy Skin
Healthy skin is a sign of good health. The skin is
the largest vital organ in our body comprising of about two billion
cells and has a surface area of around two square meters.
Oftentimes, the radiant, glowing and smooth skin of
a person gets our attention, and be ultimately envious. The truth
is nobody can blame us. A beautiful skin is always worthy of attention
and praise.
It spells great responsibility for the person to take
care of his skin that way. And although only very few people can actually
have the perfect skin and complexion, we too can do something to bring
out the best in our skin.
Here are quick and simple ways that we can care for
our skin.
1. Nourish your skin by eating the proper
foods. This means healthy and balanced diet. Healthy and
balanced diet promotes our general well- being and optimizes our body
to function at its best. To have a healthy skin, eat plenty of seed
food i.e. fruits that contain seeds, vegetables - organic vegetables
are better as it contains additional nutrients.
2. Drink plenty of water. The recommended
eight glasses of water a day is essential in maintaining the skin’s
elasticity and suppleness. Water also clears your skin and aids in
the proper elimination of waste. Remember, less waste products in
your body, more beautiful skin.
3. Exercise regularly. Exercise is
good for our heart and body. Even our skin benefits with exercise
by increasing blood circulation and thus bringing enough oxygen and
nutrients to the rest of our body. Exercise also triggers the body
to produce more sebum that is the body’s natural moisturizer.
4. Be smoke and alcohol- free. Smoking
tends to destroy the Vitamin C in your body, damage the elastic tissues
that keep the skin tight. Drinking liquor on the other hand tends
to expand your blood vessels causing red spots and itchiness on your
skin.
5. Cleanse it. Cleaning plays an
important part in the overall wellness of your skin. Experts agree
that we should gently clean our skin; tone it; moisturize it; and
exfoliate it.
6. Protect your skin. Harsh elements
can severely damage your skin and can lead to irritation and infection.
Wear sunscreen with at least SPF 15 every time you go out of the sun.
For outdoor activity, use SPF 45 because you'll be perspiring, which
dilutes the sunscreen. For those who are very fair, who have red hair,
blue eyes and freckles, add a total block that contains titanium or
zinc.
7. Rest. Get plenty of rest.
You are giving your skin a time to rejuvenate and heal while you rest.
Stress is extremely bad for your skin and body. It indirectly creates
instability in your hormonal system, which in turn leads to more skin
problems like breakouts and acne.
