Compliments come in all shapes and sizes. They’re often about what you’re wearing or your decor style, if you’re hosting. However, few compliments are as gratifying as those about your skin. Especially if you spend a lot of time and money on it.
But it’s not always easy to achieve great skin, particularly if you want to go the natural route. Luckily, there are a few hacks you can try that are more natural without sacrificing results. Here are some to consider:
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1. Get Your Beauty Sleep
If you’re only sleeping for a few hours each night, it shows. In addition to the constant yawning, your undereye bags are likely more prominent. Your skin may be duller or you could experience break outs. So, if better skin is your goal, you should start by making sure you get ample beauty sleep.
Something simple like going to sleep an hour before you normally do can make a difference. From there, work your way up until you’re consistently getting a solid eight or so hours each night. If that proves too challenging, consider adding sleep-inducing steps to your routine. Trying meditation, nighttime yoga, or sleep gummies may help. A soothing activity may be the missing piece to help you drift off.
Once you’re getting sufficient sleep regularly, you’ll notice differences in your skin. Your undereye bags won’t be as noticeable. Your complexion will have a healthy glow again. Your breakouts may lessen, too. All it takes is getting plenty of shuteye.
2. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
Your body requires substantial amounts of hydration to function properly. But being hydrated has an impact on your skin, too. It may even be the difference maker you’re searching for.
With ample fluids, your skin is balanced. Your body can keep your skin hydrated, leaving you with a healthy glow. However, when you’re low on hydration, your skin is too. And it’s more likely to be dry, flakey, and prone to early signs of aging.
So, pick up a fun water bottle or find a flavor mix-in to encourage yourself to drink more water. Incorporate water-rich foods like watermelon and cucumbers, and drinks with electrolytes to up your fluid intake. Make hydration a non-negotiable habit in your routine. Your skin will thank you for it.
3. Try Out Facial Massages
If you’re interested in skin care and want to have your best skin ever, you’re likely well acquainted with injectables. Botox, fillers, and other skin treatments exist to improve skin’s elasticity and appearance. However, if a natural approach is your goal, they’re not the best. That doesn’t mean you don’t have options, though.
Take the natural route by incorporating facial massages into your routine. These can be done with a tool like a guasha or with your hands, and it only requires a few minutes each day. Start with a clean face and apply a hydrating oil like hyaluronic acid to the skin. Then, slowly guide your tool or fingers along your jawline and cheekbones to create definition.
Follow the natural shape of your face and work on each section for a minute or two before moving on. This process can help drain the lymphatic fluids from your face, reducing bloat and puffiness. Remember to avoid tugging to prevent damage to the skin and reapply oil as needed to stay hydrated. With consistency, you should notice a difference in a few weeks.
4. Prioritize Good, Clean Habits
Whatever touches your face throughout the day could impact your skin’s appearance. Unclean hands, dirty makeup brushes, and a phone that’s been everywhere all house substantial amounts of bacteria. That can wreak havoc and ruin your dreams of better skin.
Avoid this reality by prioritizing clean habits in your daily routine. Never touch your face without washing your hands. Swap out old makeup sponges and clean your brushes regularly to avoid spreading acne-causing bacteria around. Get in the habit of cleaning your phone every so often, too.
If you get a breakout, don’t pop it to avoid spreading bacteria and exacerbating the problem. These aren’t always easy steps to take or stay on top of when life gets busy. However, prioritizing cleanliness can go a long way in improving and maintaining nice skin.
5. Incorporate New Products Sparingly
When your favorite beauty brand drops a new product, it’s exciting! They have new shades and a promise of results you’ve been looking for. But that doesn’t mean you need to run to the store and pick up the new offer immediately. If you don’t incorporate it properly, you may be doing your skin more harm than good.
Whether it’s a reformulation of something you know and love or a completely new product, you can’t know how your skin will respond. That’s a recipe for disaster when your aim is a better complexion. Instead of rushing to add the new product into your routine, think strategically about testing it out.
A patch test is a great way to see how your skin reacts. To check your sensitivity, apply a small amount of the new product to your arm or behind your ear and wait a day or so to see how you feel. If nothing happens, you’re probably in the clear to try it on your face. If you see redness or experience itching, you know that the product is not the best fit for you. Do this for every new product you purchase to avoid setting your skin back and impeding progress. If you use testers in stores like Ulta or Sephora, you can do a patch test before buying a product to save some money.
Enjoy Your Natural Glow
That glow from within is something many people seek, but achieving it is easier said than done. With the right combination of natural remedies, you can create your best skin ever. Then, all you have to do is prepare for the onslaught of skin-related compliments coming your way.