Healthy lifestyle choices to reduce acne.
Eating and training like a Victoria’s secret model would surely result in great, acne-free skin however, we understand that our clients are busy with jobs and other obligations that get in the way of prioritising your skin 24/7. Here is an extensive list of achievable changes and things to try and help improve your acne.
- When you wake up in the morning start with 2 glasses of water to help flush your body of toxins (hydrated skin is also healthy skin) – then aim for 2 litres or more throughout the day
- Add a squeeze of lemon or apple cider vinegar to your water to aid in detoxification
- Limit your coffee consumption to 1 a day and if you need a caffeine boost drink green tea
- Talk to your doctor first, but try and take a pre/probiotic tablet everyday to deliver good gut flora to your body
- Add leafy greens to every meal of the day (in a smoothie for breakfast, in salad form for lunch and roasted, stir-fried or steamed for dinner)
- Skip the hot sauce and spicy curries (spicy food causes inflammation)
- Eat junk food in limited quantities and always wash it down with water
- Limit your alcohol consumption to the weekend and if you drink choose drinks low in sugar (avoid cocktails like the devil, instead opt for a glass of red wine)
- Wash/ Dry your face with a fresh clean towel EVERYTIME to avoid spreading bacteria
- Never sleep on the same pillowcase twice. Flip over the pillow for the second nights sleep then change your case in the morning.
- Clean your makeup brushes and sponges between every use
- Be conscious of how much you touch your face and ensure your hands are always clean
- Try not to sweat the small stuff, save the stress for issues that really matter (if stress is a big feature in your life, try a meditation app)
- Don’t over exfoliate your skin. Stick to twice a week and be gentle with your pressure
- Wash your face in warm water, not hot water (hot water causes inflammation)
- Swap your chemical makeup for mineral makeup
- Make sure your smartphone screen is cleaned frequently as this is a common cause of cross contamination
- Make sure you’re getting 8 hours sleep a night to ensure your immune system is strong
- Have a facial once a month to keep your skin in check professionally
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