Achieving and maintaining a youthful appearance is something most of us think about and desire as we age. We often find ourselves overwhelmed by social media trends and advertisements informing us of what products we should be using or what procedures we should be doing. I’ve witnessed far too many friends, family, and guests coming to me for help after they have damaged their skin due to false advertising, using products that weren’t designed for their skin types, or using too many products that shouldn’t be combined. So what’s the real secret to maintaining a youthful appearance? While there isn’t a magic formula that will stop you from aging like in the movie The Age of Adaline, there are tried and true ways to prevent the ugly effects of aging. Achieving healthy skin doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. Follow these seven simple steps to maintain a beautiful and youthful appearance.
1. Schedule Facials Regularly
Book monthly facials at Bel Viso Skin Studio. Regular facials help to rid your skin of toxins, increase circulation, clean out your pores, stimulate collagen, and promote relaxation. We offer services for every skin type. Maintain a healthy glow, reduce stress and anxiety, fight acne, hydrate your skin, or reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Whatever you may be looking for, I have you covered!
2. Implement A Proper Skin Care Regimen
Cleansing
Washing your face twice a day will help remove dirt, oil, makeup, bacteria, dead skin cells, pollutants, and other unwanted debris. Cleansers come in different forms such as milk cleansers and foam cleansers. Finding out your skin type will help you determine which cleansing formula is right for you. Pre-cleansing oils are also available and a great option if you are someone who enjoys wearing heavy or waterproof makeup.
Toning
Using a toner after cleansing will help balance your skin. Toners help to remove any last impurities left in your pores and calm your skin. There are many different kinds of toners and is important to find a toner that complements your cleanser and your skin type. Applying a toner to your skin feels refreshing and invigorating!
Serum
After toning and before moisturizing apply a serum to your skin. Serums penetrate the skin to help moisturize, soothe, and boost collagen. Your serum should complement your skin care system and be designed for your skin type. There are many different serums such as anti-aging, hydration, and calming serums. Some serums are formulated for night use and others are designed for daytime.
Moisturize
Lastly, it is important to use a moisturizer. Moisturizing daily reduces dryness or oiliness depending on your skin type and the moisturizer you use. Daily moisturizing helps to hide the signs of aging, maintain your skin’s balance, and provide hydration. Applying a moisturizer is the last step of your daily skincare routine and should complement your skincare system and skin type. There are different types of moisturizers and some are designed for morning use, night use, or both.
3. Protect Your Skin From The Sun
Advanced aging of your skin can often be caused by sun damage. UV rays damage your skin cells, and even mild sunburn can harm the top layer of your skin. Excess sun exposure leads to pigmentation spots or sunspots. Skin cancer is often caused by sun damage due to sunburns or outdoor/indoor tanning. Protect your skin by wearing an SPF of 50 and applying it every few hours when outside, avoid tanning beds, stay stylish with sunglasses, and wear protective clothing and a sun hat when gardening or doing outdoor activities.
4. Hydrate Your Skin And Body
Properly hydrating by drinking water is important for your body and skin. Water helps to maintain your skin’s elasticity. People who drink at least 8 ounces of water a day are less likely to suffer from signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles. Drinking enough water also helps your body to flush out harmful toxins and gives your skin a radiant glow.
5. Nourish Your Skin Through Diet
Eating a healthy and well-balanced diet will help nourish your skin. Specific foods that provide benefits to your skin include fish high in omega-3, avocados, pumpkin, and walnuts. Although there are a lot of other foods that provide nutrients to your skin, this list just incorporates a few food items. Omega-3 works to help keep your skin moisturized, reduce inflammation, fight acne, and decrease sensitivity to UV rays. Avocados help protect your skin against aging and are a great source of vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant. Pumpkin can soothe dry skin, boost collagen, and provide a healthy glow. Pumpkin is rich in antioxidants, vitamin A, and vitamin C. Walnuts contain both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids which help to fight inflammation.
6. Stay Active
Taking the time out of your day to exercise is essential. Exercising increases your blood flow which helps to carry oxygen and nutrients to other cells in the body. This process aids in flushing out toxins and keeping skin cells vital. Increased blood flow can also help decrease eye puffiness.
7. Take Time To Relax
Maintaining a good night’s sleep is vital to the overall health of your skin. Sleep deprivation causes a decrease in blood flow and can make you appear lifeless and aged. Your skin works hard to repair itself and expel toxins while you sleep. This process ensures that you are producing enough collagen.
Practicing these seven simple steps daily will help your skin stay youthful, radiant, and healthy. Maintaining the health of your skin doesn’t have to feel scary or impossible. Remember that it is important to consult a skin care professional to find out your skin type and ensure that you are using products suited to your skin. Social media trends can include a lot of harmful products and ingredients that conflict with one another and cause more damage over time. I always begin my services with a skin consultation to determine my client’s skin type so I can better assess what products and services are right for them. If you are interested in having a facial, please contact me at Bel Viso Skin Studio. I look forward to fulfilling your skin care needs!