Exfoliants And Exvinants

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We all want beautiful, radiant, glowing skin. Beautiful skin is the sign of youth and happiness. As you age your skin starts to dull and lose luster. The skin loses collagen and moisture. Dead skin cells pile up on the surface, dulling the skin.

As we age the skin's cells regenerate more slowly. When you are in are 20' to 30's your skin's turnover is around 21-30 days. In your 40's it slows down to 31 to 40 days. It works out to about a day per year of age. If you are 55-years-old, your skin will turn over approximately every 55 days.

The new cells travel from the base layer of skin to the outermost layer. The older skin cells then die off to reveal the newer, glowing skin. As the process slows the dead cells accumulate on the surface creating …show more content…

Many common exfoliating ingredients are: sugar, salt, oatmeal and baking powder. Lots of fruit seeds or nuts can be ground, such as apricot seeds or almonds. Bean powder, from beans like adzuki, is also a popular exfoliant. These exfoliants are mixed with oils like almond, olive, Moroccan or jojoba oil. Exfoliants should not be too abrasive. They can cause tiny tears to your skin, so don't press too hard. Also, if you have acne or sensitive skin exfoliate less …show more content…

However, hot water strips the skin of its natural oils and moisture. Cold water shrinks pores and firms skin tone. Warm water is fine to shower in but be careful of taking really long hot showers too often.

Wash and Tone
These are the most basic steps in your face care routine. Almost everyone washes once to twice a day. Be careful though, many soaps are too harsh. They can remove the acid mantle that naturally protects the skin's surface. This layer protects the skin from bacteria and moisture loss. The best options are pH neutral and chemical free.

Many people skip toner. Toner prepares your skin to accept your moisturizer by opening the pores. If you don't tone first, your moisturizer will sit on the surface of your skin. Your skin won't get the maximum benefits of the lotion.

Eat Healthy
Eating a balanced diet is crucial to your skin's health. Your skin needs vitamins and minerals to look and feel amazing. Fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds are all packed with nutrients your skin craves. Kick bad habits like eating fried foods, smoking, drinking or eating lots of

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