Taking care of our skin is a task that requires constant effort to achieve good results. Fortunately, there are a few key factors that can help make looking healthy, smooth and radiant much simpler. Here are the dos and don’ts of daily care:
- YES to consistency: Using our anti-wrinkle cream for a couple of days, or constantly changing products without any logic can end up being counterproductive. The ideal is to find the cream that best suits the needs of our skin and incorporate it into our daily beauty routine.
- YES to sunscreen: UV rays are directly responsible for premature skin ageing, so it is essential to protect our skin both on sunny days and on cloudy days.
- NO to smoking: The American Academy of Dermatology warns that people who smoke expose their skin to toxins that can accelerate the effects of ageing, as nicotine causes blood vessels to constrict, depriving the skin of oxygen and nutrients.
- Yes to hydration: both inside and out. It is essential to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially when consuming a lot of caffeine or alcohol, which tend to dry out the skin. In addition, we should use creams with Hyaluronic Acid, a component capable of retaining water in the skin.
- NO to overdoing it: Exfoliating the skin too often or with harsh products can compromise the hydrolipidic barrier that protects it, making it more susceptible to damage. At the same time, overdoing it with moisturiser can clog pores, leading to oiliness and acne.
In short, the keys are to be constant, protect it from external agents and always keep it moisturised. This will ensure a better future for our skin.