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Thou shalt not…
…go to bed without washing off your makeup. It doesn’t matter if you’ve been partying ‘til the dawn hours, or if you just can’t be bothered…I’m telling you now, be bothered! If you fail to, you risk drying out your skin, blocking your pores and increasing skin sensitivity. The result? Breakouts and premature ageing.
Thou shalt not…
…forget to drink lots of water! This one is a given. Drinking water helps to boost circulation and stimulate the kidneys to flush out harmful toxins, which otherwise may escape through the pores. This can cause breakouts and congestion, a definite no no for healthy skin. Proper hydration will also help to reduce sunken eyes and dark circles for a more youthful gaze.
Thou shalt not…
…leave the house without applying sunscreen! Even on the most overcast of days, the sun is still beaming down harmful UV rays, which contribute towards premature ageing, hyper pigmentation, and more frightfully, cancer. A broad spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 is ideal.
Thou shalt not…
…sunbathe. See above for the reasons why. In any case, there are a great deal of natural looking sunless tanners on the market these days that promise a healthy, glowing tan, without the dangers of UV exposure.
Thou shalt not…
…rub or squint your eyes. The skin around the eye area is very delicate, as it not only thinner than the rest of your skin, but it doesn’t produce the same amounts of moisture. The result? Reduced elasticity. This means that if you pull at or rub your eyes, they will wrinkle, and it will not be reversible.
Thou shalt not…
…renounce moisturiser. A number of people, in particular those with oily skin, tend to neglect daily moisturisation through fear of becoming oilier. Bad idea. After cleansing, your skin can often feel tighter because it is dry and has been stripped of natural oils, and so moisturisation is necessary to replenish your skins hydration. If you don’t? Your skin overcompensates and produces even more oil, leading to breakouts and blackheads...eek.
Thou shalt not…
…buy a product just because your friend likes it. All skin is different, and just because something works well for her, it doesn’t mean it will work for you. Try to sample products before buying when you can, or else discuss your options with a trained professional.
Thou shalt not…
…smoke! Besides the obvious downsides (yellow hands, black lungs), smoking constricts blood vessels and deprives cells of oxygen and nutrients. Plus, no one will want to kiss you.
Thou shalt not…
…use soap instead of cleanser. The harshness of soap upsets your skins natural barrier, stripping it of natural oils. This makes it susceptible to damage via environmental factors, as well as increased sensitivity and exacerbated skin concerns.
Thou shalt not…
…forsake your 8 hours sleep. It’s called beauty sleep for a reason you know. Sleep is the time when your skin heals and regenerates; by denying it ample time, you’re just inviting premature ageing and dark circles.
Lou
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