When it comes to overall skin health, our lifestyle affects everything about our skin. But, modifying our lifestyles and using the ideal products for our aging skin will help to keep us looking beautiful at all ages.
Lifestyle questions to ask your self:
Are you exercising enough?
By exercising, we increase our heart rate and improve blood circulation. Therefore, more oxygen-rich blood and nutrients are delivered to the skin which keeps the skin healthy, promotes collagen (protein found in the skin) production, and promotes new skin cells that keep the skin looking glowing and are also helpful for anti-aging.
Is your diet ruining your skin?
There is a valid reason why we are told to eat our fruits and veggies.
Without the right nutrition, our immune system might not be as strong as it needs to be to fight illness. Our skin, nails, and hair can also be affected by poor diet. Some of the most important nutrients for a strong immune system are protein and zinc, along with vitamins A, C, and E. If we are eating highly processed foods, our skin won’t be as strong and supple as it could be. For example, if you don’t eat enough protein, you are depriving your skin of the amino acids that go into making collagen (which makes your skin strong) and elastic tissue (which makes it supple). So, make a commitment to eat better today.
How much direct sunlight are you exposed to?
The skin uses sunlight to help manufacture vitamin D, which is important for normal bone formation. However, too much exposure to direct sunlight can cause sunburn and skin discoloration. UV rays penetrate the outer skin layers and pass into the deeper layers, where they can damage or kill skin cells. Frequent and prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays over many years is the chief cause of skin cancer. It is therefore extremely important that we are covering up sensitive areas, wearing sunblock, and limiting our total exposure time.
How much water are you drinking?
Drinking enough water can help you fight a variety of skin issues including psoriasis and eczema, which are very common skin conditions. It does this by helping your digestive system flush out toxins from the body. This, in turn, will improve your complexion for healthy and glowing skin.
Are you getting enough rest?
So here is how I describe sleep as it relates to the skin. Have you ever baked a cake? What happens when you take out the cake before its fully baked? The middle might sink and it’s not properly cooked and cannot be eaten. Well, the body rejuvenates while we sleep. There is a reason why it is recommended that we sleep 6-8 hours per day. The body reproduces new skin cells every twenty-eight to thirty days. You need enough sleep for this to happen effectively. You are less irritable when you get enough sleep. Your skin repairs from damage quicker. Listen, get enough sleep! You are worth it!
Are you managing stress well?
Let’s talk about stress….. Stress happens to everyone, but since you can’t avoid the stresses of life, the best thing to do is learn to manage the stress. Simple ways of managing stress include having fun, eating healthy, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, listening to music, going for a walk, and investing in self-development. Attend a conference. Attend a workshop. Read a new book. Mediate. Stress sometimes comes to make us stronger. Research shows that the mind is most active when faced with severe stress. Find a way to use the stress to become a better version of yourself
Are you consuming too much alcohol?
Alcohol dehydrates your body generally, including the skin – your body’s largest organ. This happens every time you drink. Drinking too much is also thought to deprive the skin of vital vitamins and nutrients. Over time, drinking heavily can have other, more permanent, detrimental effects on your skin.
How often do you smoke?
In addition to the effects that smoking has on the internal organs, smoking also has drastic effects on the skin. Some of the toxins in cigarette smoke damage collagen and elastin, which are fibrous components of skin that keep it firm and supple. This damage speeds up skin aging, making smokers more prone to wrinkles on their faces and body.
When you quint your eyes due to smoke puffs, it creates premature wrinkles around the eyes. When you pucker up your lips to inhale and exhale the puffs from smoking, you create premature wrinkles around your lips.
Protect your skin today!
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Thank you for your comment. Much appreciated.