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Clear skin is possible for you
I’ve been going to the dermatologists for years, but over time the visits have become less frequent, thankfully.
Hence, I’ve gained quite a bit of experience in clearing up skin, dealing with breakouts, and experiencing that beautiful glow everyone mentions they want.
Maybe your skin is trying to communicate something with you, such as:
Stop eating something.
Stop drinking something.
Stop using a particular product.
Stop putting touching your face.
Start reducing your stress load.
Start washing something more.
Start drinking more water.
The list goes on and on. However, there are always a few things we can do to accelerate healing and health for our skin, which include the following tips:
1. Drink loads of water.
When I say loads of water, if you’re active and weigh more than a gallon of water, drink 0.5–1 ounce for every pound you weigh.
Water flushes out toxins and keeps your skin hydrated (dehydrated skin can cause breakouts).
2. Eat more veggies.
Whether you like veggies or not, eat as many as possible. The benefits are astronomically positive.
The more nutrients you give your body, the better it treats you.
Our skin loves raw and juice veggies, but slightly cooked veggies work well, too.
3. De-stress
Remove as much unnecessary stress as you can from your life and practice the following activities regularly:
Meditate
Stretch
Breathe
Exercise
4. Maintain a low-sugar diet
I don’t eat a ton of fruit, and I don’t eat a ton of sugar. I do my best to limit it. The less sugar you have, the better your skin tends to be. I still love sugar (one of my favorite delights on earth), but I consume it moderately for the most part – unless I’m eating free-for-all, which is not a 365-day thing.
5. Sleep positions
Sleeping on your back is the best position that does not allow any fabric to touch your skin, but if you insist on sleeping in other positions, use a silk pillowcase and gentle laundry detergent for your skin.
6. Less processed foods
If it’s fatty, greasy, or processed, skip it more frequently than your healthier options.
What we consume does affect our bodies. The more healthy stuff we consume, the better our bodies treat us.
I still consume burgers and don’t think I’ll ever give them up, but I also don’t eat them daily.
Moderation is key. I also try to avoid eating out every day and instead opt to cook most of my meals.
The more you cook your food, the more control you have over the ingredients your food contains.
7. Sleep
The more sleep I get, the more my skin appreciates me. Many times, breakouts will significantly improve after a good night’s rest.
If you are sleep deprived, this could negatively impact your skin.
Give your skin and body time to recover, heal, and rest to experience that beautiful and refreshing glow.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.