GBG Vitality- Viva Vitality: Treating Your Skin Like a Baby

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Treating Your Skin Like a Baby

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You try to care for your skin, but somehow you still see fine lines and wrinkles appear.

You wake up each day with a less-than-stellar skin that somehow still shows signs of growing old. There are definitely habits that you have that come between you and a great looking reflection in that mirror.

First of all, you can put the blame on technology.

People have become so dependent on it that life without it has become unbearable. Your regular cell phone chats may actually be more harmful than beneficial for your skin. There’s more to it than the monthly bill that you pay for, and it’s time to be aware of just how science and technology have lowered the quality of life. Several research materials have actually revealed that having fewer face-to-face conversations with pals and loved ones, combined with the pressure to cope with the increasingly fast life, can cause you a lot more stress than you thought possible. This is actually more responsible for many physical annoyances, like excess oil production, reduced circulation, and water loss in your skin cell walls, all of which can lead to dullness and dehydration. You can ward off stress by setting aside time each week to meet up with the people that you care for. Also, in addition to a well thought-out skin routine, you need lots of fruits, vegetables, and fish in your diet. These possess anti-inflammatory properties, and this helps keep skin complexion under control, even when your life is all out of whack.

Then, you have to consider just how much you expose your skin under the sun.

Sitting by the window is already detrimental to your skin’s health. You’re not safe from the sun under the confines of a roof because exposure to harmful UV rays can happen indoors too. Indoor lights actually mimic the undue effects of prolonged exposure under the sun, and harsh rays also penetrate through the thick glass, even when it’s tinted. To cope with the harsh rays, wear sunscreen everyday even when it’s cloudy outside. And if possible, sit where you’re not directly hit by the sun. If your desk at work is situated near the window, get window shades.

Clean your face every time you get home.

When you exfoliate and scrub it clean, don’t use strong peels and strong exfoliates more than twice weekly or these can irritate your skin and accelerate the signs of aging. The chain reaction breaks down your skin’s dermis. You age more quickly because this is where the elastin and collagen fibers are found. If your skin is already red and inflamed, stop what you’re doing and use a mild cleanser. Add a moisturizer with SPF after because your skin is more susceptible to sun damage. Acne-prone skin can be exfoliated daily as long as it states in the formula that it’s meant for everyday use. Normal complexions can be buffed two or three times a week with a mild micro-bead version. It is sometimes tempting to do your facials often. Even if you feel so much better after, you have to stop yourself.

Try to avoid things that are harmful so you can retain that youthful glow.