Top 5 Skin Care Tips for Better Skin
Below are three main skin care tips for better and glowing skin.
1. Lessen Sun Exposure
While the sun is important in synthesizing Vitamin D in the body, too much sun may damage the skin and cause premature skin aging and wrinkling. Therefore, it is important to wear sunscreen protection containing minimum SPF in order to protect the skin from the harmful effects of the sun. Tanning beds also cause the formation of premature wrinkles, so minimizing exposure to them may also help keep the skin looking young and healthy.
2. No Smoking or Drinking
Aside from the risks of acquiring lung cancer and cardiovascular diseases, smoking also causes the destruction of the skin’s capacity to break down old skin cells and renew them eventually. Smoking also damages blood vessels, limiting the capacity of the skin to heal itself when wounded. It is also one of the leading causes of premature skin aging. Drinking, on the other hand, dehydrate the skin. The absence of moisture hastens skin aging and may cause the breaking of capillaries on the face.
3. Avoid Stress and be Well-Rested
One cannot talk about good skin and ignore the importance of sleep and avoiding stress. Stress, in general, affects many bodily functions, making one susceptible to a whole slew of diseases and health risks. It also manifests evidently on the body, making one look tired and sick. Frequent exposure to stress may also make a person fall into the trap of some coping mechanisms that are harmful to the well-being and sustenance of the body-like cutting back on sleep, eating excessively, drinking, etc. For starters, eating excessively and consequently gaining weight not only creates health risks, but also stretches the skin and makes it more susceptible to sagging in the future. Read the rest of this entry »
Skin Care for Men
Skin care is as important for men as it is for women. In the past, many people would totally disregard men skin care products as being unnecessary. However, today, some of the best skincare products in general, and some of the best skin creams on the market, are made specifically for men.
Most companies do not create universal products for both men and women because the male and female skin tone and cell makeup differ greatly, A man’s complexion reacts differently to sun, wind, and other harsh elements than does a woman. There are many companies that dedicate a substantial portion of their research time and budget specifically to skin care for men.
According to various skin care experts, “The majority of men have a combination of skin types – usually a dry/oily makeup. Parts of the face are dry and flaky while other parts such as the “T-Zone” (forehead, nose and chin) are oily and may have a greasy look and feel.
Dry skin
Because most men have a combination of skin types, some of the best skincare products lend themselves to the combination of skin types. However, for dry skin, many men choose top quality moisturizers and lotions. It is generally acknowledged that dry skin will speed the aging process. Fine lines, rough spots, and wrinkles will appear earlier in life on men with dry skin.
After a moisturizer is used, it is important for men to also apply an anti-aging wrinkle cream. Dry skin can also affect the entire body. Men should not hesitate to use body lotions and creams and should use the best skin creams possible. Less expensive products will often not have top quality ingredients or will have a lesser amount of high quality ingredients, especially the desired natural ingredients that have been discovered in the past several years.
Oily skin
A persistent problem for men with oily skin is acne. Fortunately there are skincare products that combat acne. Acne can also be helped by washing the face 3-4 times a day with warm water mixed with a tablespoonful of fresh lemon juice. The sun can also make the skin oily, so outside workers should use a sunblock with a SPF of 30 or higher. Read the rest of this entry »