Top 10 Tips for Beautiful Skin

There is much truth in the saying that beauty is skin deep. One can be satisfied with facial features but it is difficult for most people to feel confident and happy without looking in the mirror and seeing they have vibrant healthy skin. 

"Healthy" is the operative word, for our skin is a symptom of our inner well being and when we mistreat our insides, the skin will often show this. Both internal and external needs of your skin must be catered for.

Here are the Top 10 Tips for Beautiful Skin

Pratice these natural lifestyle tips that will make your skin glow and look beautiful

1. Drink plenty of water

• Drinking plenty of water is good for so many reasons and keeping your skin moist and flexible is one of them
• Green tea is also an excellent means of fluid intake and is full of anti-oxidants
• Dehydration leads to dry, tight, rough looking skin and wrinkles

2. Diet

• Don't go on a specific diet, your skin may not response well to dieting. It will however respond positively to well balanced  eating
• Foods that are particularly good for your skin
     > Whole grains
     > Fruits and vegetables especially dark green and orange vegetables
     > Calcium
     > Lean meats – poultry and fish
     > Healthy fat foods – fish, flaxseed oil

3. Sleep

• Sturdy quality sleeping patterns are crucial to beautiful skin. When you sleep the body repairs and rejuvenates, this includes your skin
• Sleep quantity varies from person to person, with a general recommendation of 8 hours
• When you feel you are sleeping enough and are well rested, the difference in your skin is significant

4. Sun Protection

• Avoid the sun between the hours that the sun are most damaging, between the hours of 10am and 4pm
• A wide brimmed hat or cap will protect your face, while long sleeved shirts and pants will protect your arms and legs
• Liberally apply sunscreen every 20 minutes in the outdoors and after being in the water

5. Moisturize

• Moisturizes can keep your skin moist by releasing water slowly into your skin or as a protective seal to keep water in
• Skin types determine what moisturizer you should use and how often it should be applied
• If your skin is oily, moisturizer may be unnecessary

6. Wash gently

• Scrubbing too hard irritates and removes essential oils from the skin
• These oils act as a protective layer to keep our skin moist and flexible
• Circular motions on the skin promotes blood flow

7. Exfoliate

• Dead skin cells can accumulate on the surface of the skin causing blemishes and an overall dull look
• Exfoliating removes the dead skin cells revealing a fresher, more vibrant complexion
• Once a week is generally enough for exfoliating
• Make sure your exfoliating it is not too harsh on your skin

8. Don't smoke

• Smoking accelerates the aging of the skin. Effects may not be noticed immediately taking years, but once they show they are significant
• Smoking decreases blood flow, oxygen, depleting the skin of vitamins essential to strength and elasticity
• The shaping of the mouth for inhaling and exhaling along with eye strain from smoke leads to wrinkles
• Tobacco dries out the skin

9. Regular exercise

• Even a small amount of exercise increases blood flow and circulation to the skin
• Cellular waste removal is encouraged

10. Relax and be happy

• Being able to take time to relax, reduce your stress and be happy is good for your mind and body. Your skin is no exception.  Make sure you can put some quiet time aside to just relax