Tick Tock! Yes, time is constantly ticking, and you are getting older, thinking of how you slow down the loss of glow and radiance from your skin?
There’s good news!
You can transform your tired and dull-looking skin to a luminous glow even at home!
How did you get to this point? Could it be stress, hectic work schedules, inadequate sleep, poor nutritional diet, pollution, harmful sun rays (UVA/UVB), excessive smoking, and drinking alcohol? These can certainly leave your skin looking dull and dry.
Caring for the skin and nursing it back to its glory shouldn’t be cumbersome. Simply adhere to these skin and makeup tips, home remedies, and best pick from our recommended skincare range from Image Skin Care experts on how to make your face glow naturally irrespective of the target period set- months, a week, overnight, or even instantaneous!
Cleanse Regularly
A Key to radiant skin is thoroughly removing debris like dirt, oil, and pollution particles that clog your pores and cause dullness. We recommend you wash your face morning and night by massaging a gentle face cleanser lightly with fingers in circular motions, working from the inside of the face out for full coverage. Washing your face with a gentle and hydrating cleanser is crucial to achieving a glow.
For daily use, try the ORMEDIC balancing facial cleanser that hydrates and refreshes the skin and gently lathers away dirt, makeup, and impurities utilizing sulfate-free cleansing ingredients. It is fresh with a clear scent and leaves the skin balanced. The VITAL C, another fantastic hydrating facial cleanser is creamy, hydrating, fresh with an energizing aroma that gently removes makeup and impurities from the face.
Stay Hydrated
Yeah yeah, you’ve heard it before, but anyone who knows a thing, or two about healthy-looking skin can attest to staying hydrated. Research has proven that proper hydration is directly related to skin cell regeneration.
Water is most definitely a popular choice for staying hydrated. So, go shopping for a cute water bottle and make sure you stay attached to it. Your skin will definitely send your body an appraisal if you do not hydrate adequately.
Moisturize your skin regularly
This daily regimen is essential in your skincare journey. Dry skin looks dull, so hydrate your face at least once a day with a good moisturizer. This is one beauty routine you cannot afford to be lazy about. Moisturizing once in a while or when skin feels dry is not a very healthy skincare plan as lack of hydration makes your complexion dull and accentuates wrinkles. Dr. Tomi Afolabi, a dermatologist at Laserderm Clinics recommends that you apply a topical moisturizer morning and evening to the face to replenish hydration.
These are the basic “Must Dos” for every face. Now, let’s delve deeper into customized skincare plans to get your glow on. To do this you must begin with learning your skin type.
Before you can start treating your skin, it is advised that you familiarize yourself with what kind of skin you have. Is it oily, dry, or a combination? Head to the dermatologist, skincare professional to get a professional review, testing, and an accurate answer. This way, you can make the most out of the products that specifically target your skin’s biggest issues. You will be able to pick out the right cleanser, serum, mask, and moisturizers to help get that glow.
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Exfoliate
Apply a gentle exfoliator once or twice a week. Getting rid of dead skin allows the skin underneath to shine.
Invest in skincare with Vitamin
Remember to thank us later for this amazing tip. There are loads of research to back up the benefits of vitamin C when applied topically. To begin, it helps your skin to fight free radical damage generated by UV light and pollution which makes the skin unstable, with proteins and lipids in your skin leading to premature skin aging.
Vitamin C has the unique ability to aid collagen production because its acidity triggers the skin into healing itself. The main protein found in skin, collagen is responsible for maintaining support, suppleness, and elasticity of the skin.
Finally, it also helps brighten skin by blocking an enzyme known as tyrosinase, which is responsible for speeding up melanin production that leads to those dark spots. Amazing right! Check out these whole ranges and remember to thank us later!
Toner
Prior to putting on anything else after cleansing, (serum, moisturizer, or makeup), try applying a toner. This allows quick and easy penetrations of serums and other products and you’ll be on your way to grabbing all that skin goodness you desire. For oily skin, try a drying toner with salicylic acid and for dry skin, try a clarifying toner with glycerin or ceramides.
Sunscreen
“The sun isn’t even up. Why should I wear sunscreen?” WEAR IT!!! You should wear sunscreen every single day. UV rays damage your skin cells, resulting in skin unevenness. Your face should reflect well to reveal the glow. Slap on sunscreen daily to protect and pamper your skin as it deserves. Have you browsed through our Image Sunscreen range? Check them out and be quick about it!
PS: Daily application of these recommended products can illuminate your complexion over time. Effects can be visible within a few weeks, with optimal results over an extended period of consistent usage.
Remember that consistency is key. Keep to a consistent routine. Do not under or over-exfoliate and moisturize every day to get that desired glow. Dermatologists also suggest foods that are high in antioxidants (chocolates, beans, strawberries, spinach, grapes, red cabbage) to help your skin glow.
Have you wondered why your skincare routine isn’t kicking in? Well, some lifestyle habits can get in the way of that glow. Even after splurging in skincare products, your end result may not be achievable if you do not consider an audit of your habits. We can help point out a few….
Reduce Alcohol Intake
Excessive drinking produces dull-looking skin. How? vitamin A revs up skin cell turnover so that new and light-reflecting skin cells are pushed to the surface and then comes alcohol which deprives the skin of its much-needed vitamin A by preventing its absorption and reducing its storage in the skin. Studies reveal that alcohol increases water loss by suppressing the hormone vasopressin which helps you to reabsorb water in the kidneys, leaving the skin highly dehydrated. The effect on your skin is that skin cells effectively dry out leading to sallowness, inflammation, and the reveal of more prominent lines.
Keep your mobile phone clean
Your cell phone can get more germ-infested than a toilet in a public bathroom. Touchscreen technology on mobile devices is an enabler at spreading viruses and sharing your phone could be as bad as sneezing in someone’s face. Here’s how it happens: Touching your face! All those germs land right on your cheek and jawline every time you chat away, causing spots and irritation. Aside from the hygiene reasons, leaving your hands out of your face also helps keep your complexion clear.
To keep your phone (and face) bacteria-free, keep a handy pack of anti-bac wipes next to your charger to remind you to give it a clean.
Go to bed early
We know, you’ve heard it all before, but it’s called beauty sleep for a reason. Sleep deprivation lowers circulation. It is also the best time to rejuvenate your skin. The body’s cellular renewal team works best at night, so this is when you want to equip your skin with as many nutrients and hydrating ingredients it needs to do a fine job. Doctors recommend at least 7 hours of sleep a night and, to make the most of your beauty sleep and get glowing skin, check out these nighttime skin repair products
Don’t have long hot showers
A steamy shower may feel great sometimes… but it’s one of the worst things you can do for your skin. Not only does the heat strip the skin’s beneficial natural oils, but it creates a mild burn. Blood vessels respond by dilating in an effort to cool the skin.
‘When you’re younger, the skin recovers quicker however, as you grow older, especially in your forties, your skin just doesn’t have the ability to shrink back to its original state, so make sure you keep it lukewarm.
In conclusion, if you live in or visit the city, be aware of urban pollution – car emissions and city smoke caused by atmospheric pollutants. Avoid these so that your face isn’t bathing in free radicals every day which, when left to linger on the skin, can damage our healthy cells and speed up the visible signs of aging.
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