How to get clear skin naturally - no acne, no breakouts.
It takes a very healthy lifestyle and work to get a clear skin. Methods to get clear skin will vary, depending on the person’s skin type. In general, people struggling with acne or blemishes have skin that is dry, oily, or a combination of the two. I like to
think of myself as someone who has very good skin and at least it has dramatically improved since I started my fitness journey. Making easy changes and adopting a consistent skincare routine that worked with my busy lifestyle. Here are the skincare tips to do to improve and maintain a clear skin:
Overview
- Stay hydrated
- Adopt healthy eating
- Focus on being gentle
- Reduce stress
- Sleep well
Stay hydrated for clear skin
Drinking water flushes toxins out of your system, particularly dangerous ones that can impair your overall health. You can boost the health of your skin and body by increasing your water intake and flushing out toxins in your body. Don;t overdo the juice diets to flush out toxins, but eating a balanced meal and drinking enough of water will do the same thing.
Not only should you drink plenty of water, at least eight glasses each day, but you should also use it to properly cleanse your skin. Cold water is preferable, but if you can't, make sure the water isn't too hot.
Adopt healthy eating
Healthy eating entails consuming a range of meals that provide you with the nutrients you require to stay healthy, feel good, and be active. Protein, carbs, fat, water, vitamins, and minerals are among these nutrients. Having a clear skin requires proper nutrition. If you maintain healthy eating habits, combined with physical activity and a healthy weight, it will show directly with a clearer and more glowy skin.
What foods to avoid for a clear skin?
- Spicy food
- Foods that have been processed or that have been labeled as "junk"
- Foods with a lot of salt and sugar
- Foods that are greasy and unsanitary
- Foods that have been partially burned or overcooked (kebabs)
- Dairy products
Foods that help maintain a clear skin
| Food category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Vegetables | Beets, purple cauliflower, purple sweet potato, purple carrots, broccoli, green & red peppers, tomatoes |
| Fruit & Berries | Blueberries, dark cherries, pomegranates, acai, black grapes, papaya |
| Healthy Oils | Avocado oil, olive oil, coconut oil |
| Leafy Greens | Spinach, kale, watercress |
| Tea & Spices | Green tea (especially homemade matcha), spearmint tea, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | Deep leafy greens, blueberries, Brussels sprouts, wild-caught salmon, sardines, anchovies, herring, white fish, Atlantic mackerel |
| Supplements | CurcumaSorb, O.N.E. Omega, zinc, & probiotics |
Use gentle, natural products
Use gentle products
People who require extra skin care will typically respond better to soft solutions that are less prone to irritate the skin. Sensitive skin is typically irritated by the following products:
- alcoholic beverages
- toners
- exfoliants
- astringents
There are gentle, hypoallergenic versions of these goods. However, before applying any product to a larger area of skin, it is still necessary to test a tiny area for reactions.
Do not touch your skin often
Touching the face with the hands can cause breakouts by depositing dirt, oils, and bacteria on the skin.
Always wear sunscreen
UV (ultraviolet) rays from the sun cause skin damage. When you're outside, wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. Black people should most definetely wear sunscreen.
Reduce stress
It's also crucial to keep stress to a minimum whenever feasible to maintain a clear skin. Most skin professional emphasize the link between stress and acne, claiming that stress might cause the body to produce more inflammatory substances. Anger or emotional stress can cause acne breakouts or exacerbate existing problems.
As a result, it's critical to identify techniques to manage stress in order to treat acne. Techniques for dealing with stress include: regularly exercising, receiving massages or acupuncture, engaging in soothing methods like meditation or breathing exercises, and participating in movement activities like yoga and tai chi
Individuals' stress-relieving behaviors will also differ. Going on a walk is something that some individuals love doing, others love to journal, find what works for you and do a lot of that when stressed.
Sleep well
Sleep may be the closest thing to a fountain of youth when it comes to your clearing your skin. While you sleep, your body repairs and rebounds, resulting in a broad list of cosmetic advantages. The goal is to obtain enough rest — 7 to 9 hours of excellent sleep per night.
According to Michael Breus, PhD, a board-certified sleep doctor, obtaining less than 6 hours of sleep is likely hurting your appearance. Start getting 1 to 3 more hours of sleep every night, and you can notice a difference in as soon as a day. Keep it up, and "people will notice that you're sleeping better by the way you look in 2 to 3 weeks," according to Breus.
Alright I hope you love this blog post and I hope you start applying these tips today for a wonderful clear skin.
xoxo,
Rose
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