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11 Skincare Tips: Here’s What I Did To Clear That Sh*t Up
1. Avoid overeating sugar, dairy, and processed foods. I try to eat these foods max 2–3 days a week. Sometimes I rampage, but my usual diet is primarily clean eats.
2. Drink PLENTY of water.
3. Keep the stress levels as low as possible, and eradicate anything that could increase your stress levels. Sometimes stress is unavoidable, but many things that introduce stress into our lives are optional. Our lifestyles are within our control.
4. Go to the dermatologist. I’ve been in and out of the dermatologist for years. But when I go, it brings results. Once you find the right product, you don’t need to go consistently. I don’t need to go anymore, but I do just for a yearly check-in.
5. I utilize natural supplements, including:
Hemp products
Natural multivitamins
Herbal immune supplements
Note: I rarely use oral pharmaceuticals.
6. Veggies are crucial. I aim to eat raw vegetables daily. Got to get the greens from somewhere; natural and raw is the best way.
7. Less is more. Avoid excessive and harsh products. I try to utilize as few products as possible on my face.
8. Pillow Cases. I wash them often and use delicate soap.
9. Twice a day. I never wash more than twice a day. It dries the skin and can irritate it – especially during a breakout.
10. Meditation is a helpful practice to de-stress, enhance your mental and physical health, and balance the body. Don’t underestimate the power of one minute of meditation a day.
11. Remember to sleep. If I don’t get enough sleep during the weekdays, I make up for it on the weekends. Sleep is the most powerful tool we have (outside of our minds) to heal the body. Tap into sleep.
These tips are easier said than done, but if you work the steps, it will bring results. Don’t be stubborn like me. There were many times I didn’t do some of these things or avoided seeing a dermatologist. Often, we need help. The only way to help ourselves at times is to reach out.
If you don’t have insurance, the fee to see a dermatologist is usually anywhere from $50–$200. It’s worth it because you’re worth it.
I will say that having acne throughout much of my life hurt my self-esteem but also improved it at the same time. I had to feel and be confident because I never hid it with makeup. I wore my skin exactly the way it appeared and continued to practice looking people in the eye, whether my face looked like a crater or flawless. Whether you have acne or no acne, you’re beautiful. Be confident with whatever skin you have at the moment.
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