1. Protect yourself from the sun
Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the most important aspects of skin care. Sun exposure throughout a lifetime can lead to wrinkles, age spots, and other skin issues, as well as an increased risk of skin cancer.
Apply sunscreen – Use an SPF of at least 15 broad-spectrum sunscreens. Apply sunscreen liberally and reapply every two hours – or more frequently if swimming or sweating.
Seek shelter -The sun’s rays are highest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., so stay out of it.
Wear safety equipment – Long-sleeved clothes, long pants, and wide-brimmed hats will keep your skin protected. Consider UV-protective laundry additives, which provide an extra layer of protection for a specified number of washings, or special sun-protective clothing, which is designed to filter ultraviolet radiation.
2. Don’t smoke
Smoking causes wrinkles and makes your skin look older. Smoking constricts the small blood vessels in the skin’s outer layers, reducing blood flow and making the skin darker. This depletes the skin of oxygen and nutrients, both of which are essential for skin health.
Collagen and elastin, the fibres that give your skin strength and elasticity, are also damaged by smoking. Furthermore, smoking-related facial gestures, such as pursing your lips when inhaling and squinting your eyes to keep smoke out, can contribute to wrinkles.
Furthermore, smoking raises your chances of developing squamous cell skin cancer. Quitting smoking is the best method to protect your skin.
3. Treat your skin daily
Your skin can suffer from daily washing and shaving. To keep it light:
Bathing should be limited – Hot water and extended showers or baths strip your skin of its natural oils. Limit your bathing or showering time, and use warm water instead than hot.
Avoid using harsh soaps – Strong soaps and detergents can rob your skin of its natural oils. Instead, use gentle cleaners.
Shave with caution – Apply shaving cream, lotion, or gel to your skin before shaving to protect and lubricate it. Use a clean, sharp razor for the closest shave. Shave against the grain of the hair, not against it.
Allow to dry – After you’ve washed or bathed, gently pat or blot your skin dry with a towel to retain some moisture.
Hydrate parched skin – Use a moisturiser that is appropriate for your skin type if your skin is dry. Consider using an SPF moisturiser on a daily basis.
4. Eat a healthy diet – A nutritious diet can help you look and feel better. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins should all be consumed in large quantities. Although there is no definite link between food and acne, some evidence suggests that a diet high in fish oil or fish oil supplements and low in harmful fats and processed or refined carbohydrates may improve younger-looking skin. Keeping your skin hydrated is as simple as drinking plenty of water.
5. Manage stress – Stress can make your skin more sensitive, triggering acne breakouts and other skin issues. Take steps to control your stress to promote good skin — and a healthy mind. Get enough sleep, set acceptable limitations, pare down your to-do list, and schedule time for your favourite activities. The outcomes may be more drastic than you anticipate.
