If your skin looks dull or lifeless many things may be causing it, and there are several things you can do to improve its appearance. Within a short space of time, you can transform your skin, which will result in you looking happier, healthier, and in many cases looking younger too.
Here are 4 handy tips to help you achieve a healthy, glowing complexion.
Drink water
If you aren’t drinking enough throughout the day, your skin will tell you. Not only can it look dry and undernourished, but it may also start to feel itchy or become patchy in places. Drink between 2 and 3 liters of water every day, and not only will you notice a remarkable difference in skin tone and general appearance, but you may also see fine lines becoming less noticeable.
You are more likely to remember to drink if you have water to hand, so take a sports bottle with you wherever you go and stay hydrated!
Make-up
Although it may be a quick fix, foundation, concealer, and highlighter can do wonders for the appearance of your skin. If your skin tends to be on the dry side, a foundation with a dewy glow may be a good shout, and a matte foundation may be better for very oily skin. Concealers can help hide any blemishes and create a flawless finish, and a highlighter will enhance your facial features and prevent your make-up from looking flat.
The beauty industry is booming at the moment, so whether you are after full coverage foundation, vegan concealer or a matte face primer, you should have no trouble finding products that enhance your complexion.
You are what you eat
If your diet isn’t very healthy, it will show in your skin. Eating a rainbow of fruit and veg throughout the day will give your body a nutrient boost and help it detox. One of the healthiest eating plans to follow is a whole food plant-based diet. As well as eliminating animal protein, no processed foods, refined grains, or sugars are consumed. Eating clean will help rid toxins from your body and reduce inflammation too. Within as little as a month, you should see a positive change in your complexion.
Many people who follow this lifestyle have said that their skin has never looked or felt better, so it’s something to consider – especially if your skin is quite troublesome.
Sleep
Sleep acts a bit like an antioxidant. Cortisol levels drop when we sleep, which helps the cell regeneration process. The body also makes more collagen which can help fight age spots and fine lines. So, if you aren’t typically getting a minimum of 7 hours of sleep every night, it can take its toll on your skin.
If sleep is an issue for you, try adopting a stricter bedtime routine. It will not only make you feel better generally, but you should also notice a big difference when you look in the mirror.
