Daily Habits for Youthful Glow
We all want that healthy glow, but how to achieve that flawless complexion? What we do on a daily basis is a foundation to what our skin will look and feel. Our lifestyles and daily habits are key. Below are few tips on how to have radiant skin.
Lemon Water
Start the morning with a cup of warm water and a squeeze of half a lemon. This will flush out toxins, bringing our bodies to an alkaline state known to have anti-inflammatory effects on skin and body.
Move More
Try to move more, get your workout done early in the morning. It will set the pace for the entire day. “When you work out, your blood is pumping more, which improves the circulation of oxygen and nutrients throughout your body, including your skin and ultimately leads to that post-workout glow,” dermatologist Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae, M.D., explains.
Intermittent Fasting
Besides slimming our bodies through restricting calories, intermittent fasting increases our body’s detoxification process, reduces markers of oxidative stress and inflammation and triggers stem cell regeneration. Also known to lower levels of growth-factor hormone IGF-1, which has been linked to signs of aging.
Eat Plenty of healthy Fats
Cut back on sugar and refined carbs and eat more vegetables and healthy fats. Healthy fats will help lower inflammation and protect our skin’s lipid barrier. Healthy fats include Omega-6 Fatty Acids known as the building blocks of our cell membranes. They protect skin and prevent water loss to maintain healthy and plump skin. Omega-3 Fatty Acids nourish our skin and are key for a radiant complexion.
Go on Makeup Free Days
Letting your skin breathe by going on no makeup days is essential to the health and glow of our skin.“Makeup in general introduces 'chemicals' straight into the bloodstream from the skin, some of these ingredients can alter hormones resulting in acne, blemishes, blocked pores and blackheads,” explains Chinese medicine practitioner Irene Prantalos.
Antioxidants
Antioxidants protect our skin from the damage caused by UV rays, pollution, stress and environmental factors that contribute to premature aging. Consuming a diet rich in antioxidants and using cleans skincare products rich in antioxidants will keep that youthful glow.
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