1. Protect yourself from the sun
One of the most important ways to take care of your skin is to protect it from the sun. Lifelong sun exposure can cause wrinkles, age spots and other skin problems – as well as increase the risk of skin cancer.
For the most complete sun protection:
Use sunscreen. Use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen frequently and reapply every two hours or more often if you are swimming or sweating.
Find a shade. Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when the sun is at its strongest.
Wear protective clothing. Cover your skin with tight-fitting long-sleeved shirts, long pants and a wide-brimmed hat. Also consider laundry additives that give the garment an extra layer of ultraviolet protection for a certain amount of laundry or special sunscreen designed specifically to block out ultraviolet rays.
2. Do not smoke
Smoking makes your skin look older and contributes to wrinkles. Smoking narrows the blood vessels in the outer layer of the skin, which slows down blood flow and makes the skin pale. This also causes the skin to lose oxygen and nutrients that are important for skin health.
Smoking also destroys the collagen and elastin layers, the fibers that give the skin firmness and elasticity. In addition, repetitive facial expressions that you make while smoking – such as your lips when inhaling and drooping to prevent smoking – can contribute to wrinkles.
In addition, smoking increases the risk of squamous cell carcinoma. If you smoke, the best way to protect your skin is to stop smoking. Ask your doctor for tips or treatments to help you quit smoking.
Gently treat your skin
Daily cleansing and shaving can damage your skin. To maintain softness:
Schedule a shower. Take hot water and take a long bath or shower to remove oil from your skin. Schedule your bath or shower and use warm water instead of hot water.
Avoid harsh soaps. Strong soaps and laundry detergents can get rid of oil from your skin. Instead, choose a mild cleaner.
Shave hair carefully. To protect and smooth your skin, apply a good sunblock, lotion or gel before shaving. For the nearest shave, use a clean, sharp razor. Shave the hair in the direction in which the hair grows, not against it.
Dry. After washing or bathing, gently wipe or wipe your skin with a dry towel to get some moisture on your skin.
Moisturizes dry skin. If your skin is dry, use a moisturizer that is right for your skin type. For daily use, consider a moisturizer with SPF.
4. Eat a healthy diet
A healthy diet can help you look and feel your best. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein. The link between diet and acne is unclear, but some studies have shown that a diet rich in fish oil or fish oil supplements and low in fat and processed or refined carbohydrates can improve skin tone. Younger. Drinking lots of water helps keep your skin hydrated.
5. Stress management
Uncontrolled stress can make your skin more sensitive and cause acne and other skin problems. To encourage healthy skin – and a healthy state of mind – take steps to manage your stress. Get enough sleep, set reasonable limits, resize your to-do list and set a time to do things you enjoy. The results can be more amazing than you expect.
