WHAT'S THE RIGHT SKINCARE ROUTINE FOR YOU

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When it comes to aging skin , most people agree that they would like to age as gracefully as possible .
The changes you see as you age can depend on several factors like genetics and sun exposure , however if you develop healthy skin habits , you might be able to focus on prevention more than cure .
Take a look at the list below for skin care habits that promote healthy skin for the long run at any age.

SPF  –

The sun will age your skin faster than anything else . Use  SPF every day no matter what the weather is like outside . For the extremely hot african weather would recommend SPF 50 and above .

VITAMINS  –

Take a daily dose of skin healthy vitamins at every age !
Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) is one of the most important vitamins your body needs . Your skin needs Vitamin C to produce collagen . Vitamin C brightens , lightens , tightens , and is an incredible antioxidant !
Vitamin E a substance found naturally in many foods , carries  tremendous benefit for skin cells . Through its antioxidant properties , vitamin E can help fight the signs of wrinkling and aging , protect you from sun damage , and even potentially lower skin cancer risks .

HYDRATION  –

Water is one of your skin’s best friends . Drink at least half of your body weight in ounces per day . Water will help keep your skin hydrated as it flushes out toxins in the body .

EXERCISE  –

Yes , exercise is great for your skin !  When you exercise, your blood circulation increases which will promote healthy skin cell turnover .

DON'T SMOKE  –

When you smoke , your body will show signs of aging a lot faster .  Why ?  Smoke increases free radicals which are unstable molecules that attack healthy cells .  Free radicals are the second greatest cause of aging signs !

HEALTHY DIET  –

What you put in your body affects how your skin looks .  Fresh fruits and vegetables are high in antioxidants , (these are powerful fighters against free radicals) so your skin will thank you for choosing them over other , less healthy snacks .

CLEANSE TWICE  –

Cleansing twice means once in the morning and once at night , so don’t forget about the nighttime cleanse .  When you go to sleep in your makeup , your skin doesn’t have the freedom to repair itself from the day .

With the ideal skincare routine your skin will be in good shape for years to come .

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