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8 Steps to Healthy Skin at Every Age mintspa.org /blog/8-steps-to-healthy-skin-at-every-age/ Shirley Dillaman
Staying healthy and having radiant skin is important at any age, and with just a little bit of effort, you can achieve it without a lot of work if you get into a routine, and stick with it.
These Are The Steps to Healthy Skin At Every Age 1. Keep It Clean. This is a must as a start for healthy skin. The products chosen to do this are just as important as the cleaning itself. Most of us grew up using bar soap, but that type can cause dryness, making it feel tight. A better choice is a cleansing cream, one that cleans as well as helps keep the natural moisture in. 2. Drink Lots of Water. Drinking water is a good habit to get into at any age and keeps the body hydrated. When the body craves more water, premature wrinkling can occur and give the person an appearance of being older than they actually are. Just adding water to the diet is a simple solution. 3. Eat A Healthy Diet. An abundance of fruits, vegetables and grains will add to a person’s overall health. There are so many health benefits to a good remaining on a healthy diet, including protection from certain diseases. 4. Moisturize. Every part of the body ages, so take a little care to keep an overall healthy look. A good moisturizer will add to an healthy appearance if done on a regular basis. 5. Don’t Tan Indoors. Going to the tanning salon is tempting, but it is a known fact that indoor
tanning contributes to skin cancer. 6. Get A Tan Outdoors. Most health professionals agree that tanning is dangerous. It is a major source of cancer and irritation to the skin from sunburn. A product with a high SPF is good preventative care for the skin. 7. Don’t Over Scrub The Face. Using too much pressure to clean the face can cause tiny tears, which may not be noticeable. Cleaning the face can be done gently, there is no reason to scrub harshly. 8. Exercise. A regular exercise routine can help the body stay in overall good health, and with other benefits as well. An ongoing exercise schedule can keep wrinkling at bay. Most of the time, taking care of the skin is common sense. Be careful when switching products because that action alone can cause and unexpected reaction, in the form of a rash, formation of pimples, etc. Skin is sensitive and it needs to be treated that way. Think twice about what is put on it and if the product itself may be too harsh. Visit the dermatologist as preventive maintenance. The doctor can examine a patient to see if there are any problems the patient may not be aware of. In addition, the doctor can examine areas, such as the back, where an individual may have a growth that they are not aware of. Keeping the entire body clean is optimum for maintaining its good condition, but periodic visits to the dermatologist can be of great value, too.