Having bright and healthy skin is a woman's dream, regardless of age. In fact, as we age, the elasticity and moisture of the skin will change. It is important to maintain healthy skin from an early age so that the skin remains healthy and bright even though age continues to occur.
No need to be confused about what skin care to do. You can start from simple things at home.
Home care can be started by getting used to bathing regularly and limiting the use of hot water when bathing or bathing for too long, so that skin moisture is maintained. Then avoid using soap that can erode the oil content on the skin, namely soap that contains irritants, because it will make the skin dry.
Apart from these habits, there are other skin treatments that might keep your skin bright and healthy over time. Here are some of them:
- Moisturizing creamp
As for those who have dry skin problems, it is recommended to choose a moisturizer for dry skin that contains hyaluronic acid and dimethicone. Both of these ingredients are able to keep the skin well hydrated. Moisturizers made from petroleum jelly are also good for preventing dry skin, these ingredients contain oils that can reduce water loss on the skin, maintain skin moisture and help the skin healing process. Petroleum jelly can also be used to treat chapped lips or dry feet. Do not forget to apply moisturizing cream to the skin every day, so that dry skin problems can be resolved. Using a moisturizing cream or lotion after bathing is also good for locking in skin moisture.
- Sunblock
When choosing a sunscreen product, it is recommended to choose a sunscreen that contains at least SPF 24. Also make sure the sunscreen used is able to protect the skin from exposure to ultraviolet A and B rays.
- Brightening Cream
When choosing a beauty product that can whiten the skin, it is important to pay attention to the content of the lightening cream used. Because, some lightening creams may contain mercury which is harmful to health. If you try to use a whitening cream or lotion and you notice a red rash, itching, bumps, or pain on your skin, stop using the product immediately. Some bleaching agents can be irritating to your skin, especially if you have sensitive skin. You can consult a doctor before using a lightening cream product.
- Exfoliation
To choose exfoliating products, it is recommended to choose beauty products that contain glycolic acid, alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA) and also beta acid. These three ingredients are able to increase skin regeneration and make the skin look fresher, cleaner and healthier.
Exfoliating products are good for brightening skin, but for those with sensitive skin, you need to be careful in choosing products. This product can cause sensitive skin to become irritated and inflamed. If you have sensitive skin, you are advised to consult a doctor to choose the right products and treatments.
- Vitamin
Not only that, other ingredients that also have benefits for skin health include phytohormones, amino acids, vitamin B3, vitamin E, peptides and retinol. To get the benefits, it is recommended to use beauty products regularly and continuously according to the method of use listed on the product or according to the doctor's advice.
These vitamins and other important substances can be obtained from the intake of healthy and nutritious foods, try to change your diet to be healthier so that you get good nutrition for your skin and body.
- Stress ManagementExcessive stress is not good for health. Not only is it bad for mental health, excessive and prolonged stress can also affect skin health. Stress that is not managed properly will cause high stress hormones so that the skin becomes prone to damage and dullness. Stress management is important for a happy heart and healthy skin.
In addition to the various ways above, there are other ways that can also be done to brighten the skin, namely with white injections. However, this method has its own risks.
Do Treatment Early
Caring for the skin as early as possible should be done so that the skin looks bright and healthy. At the age of 20, the skin is still fairly supple so there are not too many problems on the skin.
However, as you enter your 30s, other skin problems become more diverse. Such as the appearance of fine lines and skin pigmentation due to sun exposure and the skin's regeneration process begins to decrease, the skin is easy to dry and looks scaly. This is what makes the skin look duller than the previous age.
Then, as you enter your 40s and 50s, skin problems can be related to hormonal changes. The reduced production of collagen also affects the appearance of other skin problems such as dry skin and more visible wrinkles, so a series of skin treatments is increasingly necessary.
In addition to taking care of the skin from the outside, you also have to balance it by adopting a healthy lifestyle. Like getting used to eating healthy foods such as various types of fruit, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein. In addition, stop smoking and stress, because these two things can also trigger skin problems such as dry, dull skin, facilitate skin aging, and even skin discoloration. Take care of your skin by keeping it moisturized, you can try using a moisturizer made from petroleum jelly or other suitable ingredients, or try other beauty products that are good for the skin.
