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Sun and wind damage, clogged pores and the aging process can lead to rough, dehydrated skin. Remedies for this condition are plentiful and range in cost from a few dollars to thousands. Whether you venture out to a fancy dermatologist or whip something up at your kitchen counter, you can smooth and moisturize your skin, which will improve your appearance. Does this Spark an idea?
Exfoliate
Slough off dead skin cells to show off your complexion to its best advantage. You can exfoliate while cleansing; in fact, some cleansers have an exfoliant built in. If you’re using a cleanser without an exfoliant, you need to add a facial brush or loofah to your cleansing routine. After wetting your face and massaging in the cleanser, gently scrub your skin using the brush or loofah. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. When your skin has been exfoliated it responds even better to moisturizer. To exfoliate the rest of your body, check out a salt scrub for use in the tub or shower.
Moisturize
When choosing a moisturizer, consider your skin type and the part of the body that you’re moisturizing. If you have an oily or combination complexion, choose a moisturizer with a lighter texture. If you’re looking to smooth out lines along the eyes, you’ll want a moisturizer that has more density. Hands and feet can get severely dry and cracked, so buy moisturizer specifically formulated for these areas. One effective strategy is to put on gloves and socks after applying moisturizer to your hands and feet.
Chemical Treatments
The facial peel is a powerful ally on the quest for smoother skin. Peels work because they contain an acid that dissolves away the surface damage on your skin. Some peels also include an exfoliant. Facial peels and be purchased and applied at home, or you can go to a dermatologist for the treatment. Another chemical method for smoothing skin is injectable fillers. This procedure takes place at a plastic surgeon's office and must be repeated every six months or so.
Home Remedies
Smooth skin doesn’t have to break the bank. An excellent moisturizer may be as close as your kitchen cabinet. You can moisturize your skin by adding a light coating of olive oil. In addition to its moisturizing properties, olive oil contains large amounts of vitamin E, a nutrient that’s beneficial to the skin. You can also make a moisturizing facial using honey, egg whites, and milk. Finish it off by adding a teaspoon of vitamim E or olive oil. Mix your ingredients and slather it on your face, leaving it on for 10 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
Exfoliate
Slough off dead skin cells to show off your complexion to its best advantage. You can exfoliate while cleansing; in fact, some cleansers have an exfoliant built in. If you’re using a cleanser without an exfoliant, you need to add a facial brush or loofah to your cleansing routine. After wetting your face and massaging in the cleanser, gently scrub your skin using the brush or loofah. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. When your skin has been exfoliated it responds even better to moisturizer. To exfoliate the rest of your body, check out a salt scrub for use in the tub or shower.
Moisturize
When choosing a moisturizer, consider your skin type and the part of the body that you’re moisturizing. If you have an oily or combination complexion, choose a moisturizer with a lighter texture. If you’re looking to smooth out lines along the eyes, you’ll want a moisturizer that has more density. Hands and feet can get severely dry and cracked, so buy moisturizer specifically formulated for these areas. One effective strategy is to put on gloves and socks after applying moisturizer to your hands and feet.
Chemical Treatments
The facial peel is a powerful ally on the quest for smoother skin. Peels work because they contain an acid that dissolves away the surface damage on your skin. Some peels also include an exfoliant. Facial peels and be purchased and applied at home, or you can go to a dermatologist for the treatment. Another chemical method for smoothing skin is injectable fillers. This procedure takes place at a plastic surgeon's office and must be repeated every six months or so.
Home Remedies
Smooth skin doesn’t have to break the bank. An excellent moisturizer may be as close as your kitchen cabinet. You can moisturize your skin by adding a light coating of olive oil. In addition to its moisturizing properties, olive oil contains large amounts of vitamin E, a nutrient that’s beneficial to the skin. You can also make a moisturizing facial using honey, egg whites, and milk. Finish it off by adding a teaspoon of vitamim E or olive oil. Mix your ingredients and slather it on your face, leaving it on for 10 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
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