Hey everyone, how has your week been? I managed to sort out my battery issues as I need specific ones so I will have a new OOTD up tomorrow 🙂
I get a lot of questions about skin care and as you all know I studied this years ago so in a way I do know what I am talking about, I am also behind on all my product reviews as you know so I thought I would answer some questions you guys have asked about frequently, about skin damaging habits…
Great skin care start and ends with you. Ensure your skin looks its best by avoiding these ten skin damaging habits
1.YOU ARE OVER-EXFOLIATING
It’s a common misconception that if you have oily skin, you need to exfoliate daily. Over-exfoliation strips the skin of good oils and weakens the protective epidermal layer known as the barrier function. Skin cells regenerate slowly. So, by weakening the Barrier Function repeatedly, your skin becomes susceptible to infection. As a result, your skin produces more oil, causing blemishes. I can feel when I have over exfoliated a bit, so I take a break and my skin settles down and then is good as new.
The remedy: Experts recommend you exfoliate a maximum of 1-2 times a week.
2. YOU ARE GOING TO BED WITHOUT REMOVING MAKE UP
Falling asleep with makeup on prevents your skin from carrying out microcirculation, the process that helps to revive skin during sleep. As a result, your pores become clogged and bacteria clings to them, which leads to acne outbreaks and / or dry skin, I admit I sometimes do that but as I get older I am very hectic about that because I can see the difference in my skin when I dont.
The remedy: Ensure you have makeup wipes next to your bed – they’ll serve as a constant reminder.
3. YOU ARE FIDDLING WITH YOUR BLEMISHES
When you fiddle or pop a pimple, it spreads the bacterial fluid that the infected pore contained, resulting in additional irritation. It also allows further germs and bacteria to enter the infected pore, which will aggravate the pimple even further. If the fluid gets into other pores, this can lead to further breakouts. Constant popping and picking drives the infection deeper and can damage the skin’s protective epidermal layer, causing permanent scarring, so I know you want to, but dont touch it…you will thank me later 🙂
The remedy: Avoid touching, picking or popping the pimple. However, if you elect to pop it, ensure you wash your face and hands first and use a tissue, its way better.
4. YOU ARE NOT GETTING ENOUGH SLEEP
A lack of sleep does more than cause dark circles under your eyes, it affects your skin. Your skin functions in harmony with your circadian rhythm – your body’s sleep cycle. A good night’s rest helps to renew skin by a process called microcirculation. While you sleep your body increases blood circulation and oxygen flow to the skin. During this phase, your skin receives internal attention, rebuilding skin cells and collagen. So, without enough sleep, your skin loses its healthy glow and becomes susceptible to damage. I admit this is my down fall with my busy lifestyle, constant deadlines and events, I dont get enough sleep but since I am turning 35 in a few weeks this is something I seriously need to start doing, get my 8 hours 🙂
The remedy: According to experts, the average adult needs 6-8 hours of sleep per day.
5. YOU ARE NOT DRINKING ENOUGH WATER
Water is a vital resource for your body and skin, I can vouch for that I live on water and I can feel when I have not had enough. Like most cells, skin cells are made up of water. If your body does not take in enough water, these cells and fibres in your skin suffer and cannot function properly. As a result, your skin will appear tight, dry and flaky. And if your skin is dry, it lacks elasticity, making it more prone to wrinkles.
The remedy: Experts recommend drinking 8 – 12 glasses per day, depending on your lifestyle and bodily needs.
6. YOU ARE NOT EATING RIGHT
A balanced diet keeps your skin looking healthy. By eating badly, it is likely that you’re passing over foods with vital vitamins and minerals. For instance, fats are used to help form a protective layer on your skin that prevents skin from drying out. Another key part of eating well is vitamin A, which helps to protect skin against ageing and free radicals. Plus, Vitamin C helps to build collagen and protect against skin damage. Ultimately, poor diet causes your skin to dry out more regularly and age more rapidly. I try to eat as healthy as I can but again with such an unbalanced lifestyle its get difficult but that is also something I am changing…
The remedy: Ensure every meal is well-balanced and nutritional. Top dieticians suggest you have at least three types of vegetables of a different colour per meal.
Well there you have it guys I hope these tips helped and writing this made me realise I need to take my own advice often lol 😉
I am behind with posts I know, sorry guys, life and work have been hectic and next week I am away the whole week… Anyway, tomorrow, I am off to have my nails done, then to the G&T high tea and then the Banana Republic launch party, follow me on insta and snapchat for more…
Have a awesome Wednesday my lovelies, see you on Friday 🙂
PS: How gorgeous are these flat lay pics in the post, you can see more here…
I changed how much water I consume on a daily basis a while ago and saw massive changes in my skin – for the better! Great advice 🙂 Though, I should definitely keep in mind to get more sleep, hmm…
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I’ve never had a problem with making sure I drink enough water, but I do have to work on not picking at my blemishes! It a nervous habit I get when I’m stressed. Such a vicious cycle though. Great tips! These are all so helpful, and definitely are things we all gotta keep in mind 🙂
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Right now, I think my biggest issue is not getting enough sleep. Very good read!
All so true, darling! Thanks for the reminders!
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CC
I’m definitely guilty of picking at my face. Not a good habit as it leaves scars. Great tip list!
xx Yasmin
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Great reminders! I definitely need to get more sleep and drink more water haha xo, sharon
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Awesome tips!!! Skin care is very important so thank you for sharing this basic facts!
Andrea.
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Lately, I’ve been into taking care of my skin! Thanks for these tips! So helpful!
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I finally ensure that I do a skincare routine before going to bed. I’m so bad at drinking water, I really need to get on it!!!
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I am doing so many things I know is wrong and you just reminded me. lol I don’t sleep much, neither do I drink much water. On top of that, I have a horrible habit of touching my blemishes. I started getting them when I moved countries into a dry climate. It’s awful.
I’m getting better and am trying to drink more water, so this was a great thing to read. 🙂 Nice post.
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Miki
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great beauty tips!
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Such an interesting topic and great tips, as usual!
Kisses, Paola.
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Loving this read babe! I’m pretty good about drinking plenty of water, but I am terrible about getting enough sleep!
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Such great tips! I always notice a difference in my skin when I am not sleeping enough!
So many great skin tips, lady! I never ever go to bed without taking off my makeup- it’s so bad for your skin!
-Ashley
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One habit that I always stick to is having my make-up removed before going to bed. I still haven’t broken it, which is a big plus for my skin.
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Same here ts amazing what water can do 🙂 xx
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You are so welcome, glad they helped and its amazing what stress can do to you… xx
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Thanks so much hun 🙂 xx
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You are so welcome hun 🙂 xx
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You are welcome 🙂 xx
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Yes def sleep I agree 😉 xx
That’s a great post, dear Jasna, and these points are really what can make skin bad – number 3, for example, is terrible, and so many people do it! Hope you have a very nice weekend!
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Thanks for the great tips! I really need to improve on my water intake.
x Rivania | The Glam Unicorn
Thanks for the tips and heads up! I should try sleeping more, hehe. Have a lovely week. <3
Andreea,
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Absolutely guilty of number 4. Great tips, thanks for sharing!
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I plead guilty to not drinking enough water… I am making efforts to drink more.
nice post
it really useful
thank you for sharing
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