Gists: Health care on skin and hair

There are plenty of skin care products such as creams, moisturizers, serums, cleansers, exfoliators and lotions that are available in today’s market. Some of these products are very expensive and some people cannot afford to buy it. However, there are plenty of affordable drugstore brands that work just the same as those expensive brands since it contain the same ingredients or components. You don’t have to purchase expensive skin care products since there are various tips and solutions that will help you to improve the elasticity and smoothness of your skin. And the only secret to this is to find the most appropriate skin care product for your skin type.

Although your skin constantly regenerates itself, since it is a living organ, you still need to care for your skin. This is also because the appropriate care helps to boost skin elasticity and make it appear younger. The only way to take care of your skin is to choose products that is particularly designed for your skin type. Remember that people who have dry skin does not have the same needs as those people who have oily skin. Here are some tips that will help you to take care of your skin:

• Use sunscreen protection – the most essential means to take care of your skin is to protect it from the direct hit of the sun. Since too much exposure to sun can cause skin problems and trigger signs of aging. Make sure that you use sunscreen or war protective clothing to cover your skin to block ultraviolet rays that can cause skin cancer.
• Avoid or quit smoking – one reason why your skin look older is because of smoking. This is because it decreases blood flow by making the blood vessels tapers. Smoking reduces the needed nutrients and oxygen your skin needs. Aside from that, it also affect your collagen and elastin production. These two help to make your skin firm and elastic. You can ask a professional for tips and medications to help you stop smoking.
• Treat your skin more gently and pay attention to fragile areas – make sure you don’t use strong soaps or detergents since it can take necessary oil from your skin. You also need to limit your bath or shower time and never use hot water. If you have dry skin, use moisturizer that is right for your skin type.
• Eat healthy and well-balance diet – make sure that you eat plenty of vegetables and fruits or any food that is rich in vitamins and proteins. This will help you to look and feel better. Eating balance and healthy diet will help to make your skin appear younger and healthier.
• Manage or control your stress – your skin becomes more sensitive if you have uncontrolled stress. If you have sensitive skin, you are prone to acne breakouts or other skin problems. Make sure that you have a healthy and peaceful state of mind to stimulate healthy skin. Do things that you really enjoy and take steps to manage your stress.