Have you seen those lovely television adverts, where factory-made products promise to make your skin look young and beautiful? Well, we believe that skin care runs deeper than just using various beauty concoctions because, after all, beauty is more than skin deep. Of course, we are not denying the fact that having help at hand, in the form of various lotions, creams and serums is not good, but here we are sharing some information here so that you also become adept in taking care of your skin with these beauty tips.

Cleansing

This is the thumb rule of having a beautiful skin and all the models, actors and other celebrities vouch for the fact that cleansing is the first essential step in your daily skin care routine. It is adequate to cleanse your face 2-3 times a day. You can even do it 4-5 times a day, especially if your skin is oily. In case of dry skin, instead of frequent cleansing, you can use a suitable oil-based cosmetic cleanser, in place of soap, just twice a day. At home, you can take a cotton ball, dip it in fresh milk, and use it as an effective skin cleanser.

 
Masks

Periodic use of face and body masks, different varieties for different skin types, is also an essential part of your skin-care routine. Masks are basically a kind of cleansing action, only difference being that these work deeper and, therefore, can be used once in a month or so. Clay forms an important component of face and body masks, while turmeric is also a beauty ingredient that gives instant glow to the skin. Face and body masks are an important part of skin care routine as they help remove dirt, sebum, and dead skin, thus, helping you look fresh and soft.

Toning

After cleansing and masks, toning is the third most important step in the hierarchy of skin care. Markets today boast of a large variety of skin fresheners, toners, and astringents, which are basically alcohol- and water-based. After you cleanse your face and body, you may use these cosmetics to tone up the skin as these products restoe the acid/alkali balance of your skin.

Mosturizing

Moisturizing is the process through which you restore the lost water content of your skin. Moisturizing also helps you protect your skin against dryness induced by either sun, cold, or heat. Tinted moisturizers are available in the market today, which work well, when used, under your foundation. While a normal moisturizer is suitable for normal skin, a high-effect moisturizer works well for dry skin, and for oily skin, you can use oil-free moisturizer.

Protecting

Now here is the main thing. The tips for beauty skin care, discussed above, are good for daily use but what you need to understand is that there is no measure more important than protecting your skin from the ddaily damage. This is simply because daily protection of your skin will result in less dependence on remedies. Sun is the most permanent and prominent environmental cause of damage to your skin as it gives out ultraviolet rays, that may cause your skin to sag, thus, paving way for wrinkles. Sunscreen and a good foundation is a good way to protect your skin on a daily basis.

If you follow these skin care tips, you will have beautiful, supple, and youthful skin always. In this blog, we also bring you a quick checklist of certain ingredients, which, if consumed or applied regularly, will help your skin care regime:

1. Aloe gel: remedy for burns.
2. Avocado: good source of vitamin E and natural oils, natural moisturizer.
3. Coconut Milk: for smooth skin.
4. Cucumber: for dark circles under eyes and wrinkles, under-eye puffiness.
5. Egg: skin conditioner, egg white for normal and oily skin, yolks for dry skin.
6. Fenugreek seeds (dana methi): for skin scrub, if taken internally purifies blood.
7. Honey: for wrinkles, skin pores and lose skin, a natural astringent, natural moisturizer.
8. Milk: for skin nourishment.
9. Nuts: used in scrubs for wrinkles, skin pores and blackheads.
10. Oatmeal: for smooth skin, improves complexion.
11. Olive oil: good for dry skin.
12. Oranges, Lemons, Pineapple: natural astringents, improve complexion, soften the skin, skin bleach.
13. Tomato: opening the skin pores.
14. Vinegar: for blemishes, itchy skin, and sunburn, softens skin.
15. Yogurt: softens and hydrates the skin, skin cleanser, skin bleach.
16. Witch Hazel: body deodorant, for puffiness in eyes.

Together with the aforementioned tips and the choicest ingredients, we hope you will be able to take good care of your skin.

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