How to improve skin appearance

Many experts have done studies and research on how to help your skin be in the best condition it could be. There are ways to help improve the appearance of your skin. So, start early in taking the best possible care of your skin for optimal skin health.

In this article, we’re going to cover various factors that may be part of the problem in uneven skin tone, skin texture, as well as how to keep your skin looking healthy. We’ll include more tips on how to help improve the overall condition of the largest organ in your body. If you’re wanting to get better looking skin, let’s go!

 

5 Habits that are ruining your skin

As humans we expose ourselves to many environmental toxins and free radicals on a daily basis that may cause premature aging of the skin. We also participate in daily activities that may have negative effects on our skin, possibly contributing to fine lines and wrinkles.

Here are five habits you should avoid to possibly help the overall health of your skin.

Smoking

Smoking deprives the skin of oxygen leading to uneven skin tone. Cigarettes also contain toxins that may damage the elastin as well as collagen production in your skin, causing your skin to sag and droop. Add to this that repetitive smoking of a cigarette may cause wrinkles to form around the mouth. Avoiding smoking may help to improve skin texture.

Sun

While the sun may be good for us by providing our body with Vitamin D, which is necessary for optimum health, too much sun exposure may cause redness, dark spots, and sun damage to our sensitive skin areas.

Stress

Stress has many negative side effects to the human body. Often, we don’t realise we are stressed, until our body physically shows the symptoms. When you are stressed, the body releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. Studies have shown that the release of cortisol in your body may lead to an increase in oil production, clogging pores and potentially causing oily skin. Be sure to get enough sleep (at least seven to eight hours) to help your body with daily stressors.

Not cleansing

A proper cleansing routine is imperative to healthy looking skin. Not washing your face daily may cause the build-up of dirt and oil as well as directly have an impact on the overall health of the skin.

While washing your face is important, you should note that when you wash your face you may strip away some of the top layers of oil on your skin. It’s therefore important to practice proper skin care and follow up your cleansing routine with topical products such as toners and moisturizers.

SeraLabs’ Seratopical Revolution Freedom Moisturizer may be used on the face after cleansing both day and night. Created with natural plant extracts, Coriander Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Cranberry Seed Oil, and no alcohol, you’ll be well on your way to skin that feels nourished and glowing.

Eating poorly

Certain foods have a negative impact on not only your bodily functions, but skin texture and appearance too. A consistently poor diet may possibly lead to poor skin health and reduced ability of your skin to protect itself against free radical damage.

 

Foods that are bad for your skin

Ensuring you have a healthy diet is one sure fire way to help with your skin health. There are several food groups and beverages that may not be advantageous for your body.

Here are a handful of those foods that should be limited and some that may possibly help better skin:

Refined Sugar

All sugar is not great for your skin, however refined sugar may have an especially negative impact on skin condition.

Dairy

Dairy products such as milk, cheese, and ice-cream contain whey protein and casein, and dairy may alter the hormonal balance in the body. Steer clear or try to limit dairy intake if you suffer from poor skin, as dairy may make oily skin worse and lead to a change in the skin’s texture.

Fizzy drinks

Many of us love soda! The bad news for soda is that it contains both caffeine as well as sugar – two consumables that may have devastating effects on the skin and may lead to skin flare ups.

Alcohol

Alcohol of any kind may be especially bad for the overall health of your skin and skin tone as well as skin texture. Additionally, alcohol may be linked to skin aging prematurely.

Here are some examples of the effects alcohol may have on the skin:

Dehydrating

Alcohol may cause water loss, and for this reason alcohol may be dehydrating. If you want to keep your skin healthy and smooth, you should possibly try and avoid excessive alcohol intake.

Collagen breaking

Alcohol may remove ‘good’ elastin, which is not replaced in the body. Additionally, alcohol consumption may cause sleep issues. This is when our body may restore itself and healthy elastin may be replaced, and without enough sleep our body may be unable to continue with this natural regeneration.

Without this vital element in our body, skin may start to age and look crepe-y, as collagen may be partly responsible for the elasticity and stretchiness of your skin.

Blood vessels

When you drink, your blood vessels may expand. While this is not a bad thing in small doses, excessive alcohol consumption may cause skin redness, as the little capillaries in our neck and face may become broken down. In the long term, this may influence skin texture and may cause uneven skin tone as these little red lines may become a more permanent fixture on the skin.

Food to eat for healthy skin

Now that we’ve covered those food groups that are bad for your skin, let’s look at the many food groups or beverages that may aid in the overall health of your skin and your skin appearance.

Avocado

This healthy fruit may be packed full of unsaturated fats as well as Vitamin E, both of which may be good for your body, and in potentially more so, your skin. Not only could avocados possibly have benefits to your entire body, but they could also help to keep the skin moisturized and flexible, helping you to possibly avoid dry skin.

Rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin E may show greater effectiveness when supplemented with Vitamin C. This is great news, as Vitamin C may also be vital for good skin health and may assist the body in creating elastin.

Olive oil

Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats, which may be healthy for the skin. Healthy fats may be good for the skin, and possibly help to improve skin texture and overall skin health.

Green tea

Green tea is a fantastic addition to the diet as it may help to both prevent the aging of skin as well as damage from the environment and other free radicals.

Dark chocolate

Did you know that dark chocolate may be high in antioxidants, and eating a small amount of dark chocolate or cocoa each day may have a significant impact on the skin? These impacts may include skin not being as rough or scaly and being less sensitive to the environment.

While not all studies have shown a beneficial impact of dark chocolate – do we really need a reason to have a small block or two?!

Products and procedures to improve skin

Now that we’ve covered the good and the bad that goes into our skin and the possible benefits or detrimental effects they have on our skin, we know that what we put in our body, may have a direct impact on what our skin looks like and feels like. Uneven skin tone, dry skin, oily skin, and the general health of our skin cells may be directly impacted by what we consume.

While green leafy vegetables and bright coloured fruits may often be packed full of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc and so many more nutritious ingredients, it may not be easy to get your full quota. That’s when it may be time to look at some supplements and topical products that could possibly assist our skin.

Active ingredients

Some ingredients may be added to skin care products such as moisturizers, cleansers, and toners, to possibly give them a boost and make them doubly beneficial for your skin.

Sera Labs’ Seratopical Revolution Freedom Day and Night Moisturizer is one such product that contains natural plant extracts as well as a peptide blend that are the ultimate for great looking skin.

Glycolic acid

Glycolic acid is an incredible exfoliator that helps to remove dead skin cells, and also offers moisture retention. Used daily you may notice cleaner, refreshing looking skin. It may help with signs of aging and skin discoloration.

Hyaluronic acid

This ingredient may be naturally present in the skin and may be supplemented by products that contain it. It could be a powerful hydrator, and its core job is to hold water, therefore possibly plumping up the skin.

Serums

Serums are topical treatments applied to the face after cleansing and before applying a moisturizer. They may contain valuable ingredients that could supply a huge benefit to the overall health of the skin. A Vitamin C serum may be a great option to include, as it is an antioxidant and may help to protect against free radical damage.

Topical vitamins

One of the most popular and largely spoken about of these topical type vitamins are Retinols. Retinol is a topical serum of Vitamin A derivatives that may assist in smoothing out the skin, help in reducing fine lines, and possibly regenerating skin cells. Retinol A may be included in an anti-aging skincare routine, however beware of sun exposure when using some retinol products.

Ways to help improve the appearance of your skin

There are methods you may want to implement in your daily life that may help in your appearance. A few to note in particular are air quality, water intake, and getting enough sleep.

All these items may have a large impact on your health and wellbeing, not only possibly helping to improve the appearance of the largest organ of our body – our outer layer.

No matter what skin type you have, you may want to work towards preventing free radical damage caused by pollution in the environment (cleansing your face helps this).

Hydration may be a vital ingredient for the body, and moisturizing may be key to this glowing appearance. A daily cleanser, toner, and moisturizer routine should possibly be implemented for better skin.

Sera Labs’ Seratopical Revolution Freedom Day and Night Moisturizer may be a great option if you are wanting to help nourish, hydrate and get glowing skin.

 

SOURCES:

 

• https://www.cnet.com/google-amp/news/how-to-get-better-skin-according-to-science/
• https://www.dermstore.com/blog/how-to-get-smooth-skin/
• https://www.healthline.com/health/beauty-skin-care/how-to-get-even-skin
• https://www.forbes.com/sites/nomanazish/2019/10/31/how-to-get-an-even-skin-tone-according-to-dermatologists/
• https://www.byrdie.com/how-to-improve-skin-texture-5112783