8 Habits to Kick for Radiant Skin
It is a situation familiar to us all. We spot a small spot on our faces, something that is too tempting to leave alone. And before you know it, you have a giant blotch on your face that is impossible to ignore.
More often than not, skin issues arise from bad habits. From using too many products to sleeping in make-up, changing bad habits can make a world of difference for radiant skin. Furthermore, ditching cigarettes for a vape nicotine prescription and increasing your water intake will leave your skin hydrated and youthful.
Sleeping in Make-Up
No matter how tired you are or how late it gets, there is never an excuse to sleep in make-up. Not washing your face before bed spells bad news for your pores, as well as the very sensitive and sty-prone skin on your eyelids if you were heavy-handed with liner and mascara.
Washing your face and properly removing your make-up should be a nightly routine. And once you start to see the results of your effort, it will motivate you to stick to it.
Lack of Sleep
As tempting as it is sometimes to stay up till 3 am, binging on your favourite Netflix series, your skin will thank you for deciding to have an early night. Not only can insufficient sleep affect your physical and mental health, but it also lowers your skin’s pH levels, altering its natural glow and moisture levels.
Beauty sleep is a genuine concept, and getting six to eight hours every night will leave you feeling and looking healthy and radiant. If you don’t believe in the power of sleep, take a selfie after a late night and after eight hours of restful sleep. The difference might shock you.
Over-Exfoliating
The feeling of a freshly-exfoliated face is unmatched in the beauty world, but it is vital to remember the ‘less is more’ rule when you reach this step in your routine. Too much exfoliation can irritate the skin, causing it to become dry and red. It can also trigger your skin to over-produce oil to compensate for the lost moisture.
Limit your use of exfoliators to once or twice a week, and be very gentle in the application. Alternatively, chemical or acid-based exfoliators will give you the same glowy finish with a far more gentle application.
Touching your Face
This can be a difficult habit to break, as most people do it without realising it. But picking, fiddling or generally touching your skin on a fairly regular basis is causing more harm than you might realise. It can lead to clogged pores, nasty breakouts and, in the case of picking, permanent scaring and pigmentation.
Only touch your skin when absolutely necessary, like doing your make-up or skincare routine. Furthermore, ensure your hands are squeaky clean to avoid transferring germs and sweat. Finally, be aware of how often your hands reach your face and break the habit. Your skin will be a lot better off if you do so.
Too Much Product
Piling on your favourite product can feel like the ultimate luxury in some aspects of life. But in the beauty world, this is rarely the case. When you overload your face with different products, you increase the risk of allergic reactions, and with so many options, it can be challenging to narrow down the culprit.
Furthermore, your products stop penetrating the skin correctly if they have to fight through too many layers. Ditch the 20-step routine and instead choose your best three to five products that have proven their worth. Switch out products that are not working to find the perfect combination.
Forgetting Sunscreen
Whether you spend hours outside every day or sit in front of a computer working, sunscreen is a step in your routine you should never miss. If the sun is shining, the UV rays it omits come into contact with your skin, causing damage. We are open to many opportunities for accidental sun exposure throughout the day, so it is best to be prepared for anything.
Make sunscreen a firm part of your morning skincare, opting for a high SPF level. Thanks to the array of products on the market, you can cover your bases with traditional sunscreen, tinted moisturisers, facial mists and foundations.
Showers Too Hot
As wonderful as a hot shower feels after a long and tiresome day, the extreme temperature is not ideal for your complexion, as it will dry it out and cause it to become more reactive. The hot water promotes blood flow to the skin, increasing its redness and sensitivity.
Additionally, it will worsen any inflamed or rosacea areas for sufferers. Instead, choose lukewarm or cool temperatures to support your skin health.
Poor Diet
As the saying goes, you are what you eat. And this sentiment holds true when it comes to your skin too. Unfortunately, it often reflects what we put into our bodies, and a poor diet easily shows through poor skin health.
Including more nutrient-dense foods, antioxidants, and foods with high water levels will help your skin properly repair and feel rejuvenated and youthful. In addition, increased levels of water intake will further boost the health of your entire body.
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