Cuts, burns, and bruises occur very often, but that doesn’t make them less annoying. A small wound can make life inconvenient until it heals, especially when it’s located in a highly active body part, such as your finger or foot. So there’s every reason to desire faster wound healing so you can get back to your activities painlessly.
Fortunately, there are simple ways to achieve that.
Below, we’ve compiled some effective ways to make your wound heal faster.
6 effective ways to make wounds heal faster
1.Clean the wound
The first step to promoting faster wound healing is cleaning the cut or scraping it. If the wound isn’t cleaned, there may be dirt and germs lodged in the skin that may impair healing.
Use water and antiseptic to wash the wound.
2.Cover the wound
Covering a cut or scrape can help it heal faster. That’s because the bandage protects the wound from dirt, germs, and infection, which may delay healing. Such an environment is crucial for healing to take place rapidly.
Without the covering, a scab may form over the wound, which can also stall the healing process. You also risk hitting the wounded area against objects, and that’s a fresh start for your pain.
Apply an appropriate bandage and change it daily.
3.Treat with an antibiotic
A crucial way to make a wound heal faster is to apply topical ointment to it. One very effective product to use is manuka honey, which has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, promoting rapid wound healing.
Furthermore, manuka honey creates a moist, protective barrier around the wound against microbial infection. It acts just like a bandage cover, but a natural one. You’d also notice significant pain relief throughout the healing process.
You can further speed up the healing process by applying manuka honey to the wound while changing the bandage.
4.Eat lots of vegetables and fruits
Many fruits and vegetables contain vitamins and antioxidants that aid skin cell repair. Your wound will heal more quickly if your skin cells can repair faster. Consume foods rich in vitamin A, copper and zinc, such as liver, sweet potato, kale, carrot, and mango.
5.Get enough sleep
This may sound superficial, even corny, but it works. According to research findings, sleep deprivation can delay healing and increase pro-inflammatory cytokines. So if you want your wound to heal faster, ensure you don’t deny yourself some long, quality night sleep.
6.HBOT therapy
Wounds need oxygen to heal. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a procedure that speeds up healing by exposing the body to oxygen at a higher pressure. If you’re suffering from stubborn wounds, carbon monoxide poisoning, or other kinds of injuries in which tissues get insufficient oxygen, HBOT is one of the best ways to speed up the healing process.
However, this is the most expensive option on the list in this article.
Points to note when treating wounds
A covered wound:
Has less chance of infection
Scars less easily
Heals faster
Whereas an uncovered wound:
Has higher chances of infection
Scars more easily
Heals slowly
Conclusion
Clean your wound, apply an effective ointment such as manuka honey, cover with a bandage, consume antioxidants, and rest assured your wound will be gone in no time.
Life is all about reaching our goals and performing so many tasks to do so. Every single human on the planet experiences stressful situations one way or the other, the level depends on what kind of activities we’re involved in. As a matter of fact, stress is essentially a kind of fuel that triggers us to perform our day to day activities, without small doses of stress, we’re unable to do anything. But the thing that matters a lot is to determine how much stress you actually need and what level is unnecessary for you. Excessive levels of stress pave the way towards a lot of problems and one of them is sleep issues. Although you can find lots of treatments in almost every field of medicine, only a few of you seek the solutions in nature. And this is exactly why we’re going to dedicate this short piece of writing to all-natural essential oils to help you combat your stress and sleeping problems. Check out Revive essential oils for a variety of relief and therapeutic experiences.
Aromatherapy Essential Oils for Stress Relief: The Perfect Citrusy Trio Ever
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil, whether extracted from peels of the lemon fruit or plant leaves, is shown to be possessing sedative and anxiety-reducing properties. The oil’s citrusy, bright aroma is linked with boosting mood naturally and contributing to attaining a positive mood. Also, Lemon essential oil can help improve attention, concentration, and cognitive performance, some of the things that a stressful mind has a hard time attaining. Linalool, one of Lemon essential oil’s powerful components, helps relieve stress, improve mood, enhance quality sleep, and ease symptoms of depression.
Lemongrass Essential Oil
You know how vigorous and relaxation-promoting a hot cup of lemongrass tea is, this herb gives the same effect when in its essential oil form. Inhaling the aroma of Lemongrass essential oil is associated with instant anxiety relief and reduction of some other depressive symptoms including stress.
Orange Essential Oil
How energizing, pleasant, and uplifting the scent is at the time of peeling an orange. The same, in fact, something better can happen to your mind when this fruit comes in the form of essential oil. Orange essential oil is thought to be having anxiolytic properties, leaving you in the ultimate state of relaxation. The best time to inhale the oil’s aroma is when you’re just stuck in anxiety-inducing situations like traffic jams or a very tough assignment you’re bound to finish in a short time.
The 3 Best Aromatherapy Essential Oils for Sleep
Chamomile Essential Oil
Have you ever drifted off after a soothing cup of chamomile tea? If yes, you might already have some firsthand knowledge of the tea’s benefits for relaxation and drowsiness. Breathing in the aroma of the oil does the same. Among the two main types of oil, Roman and German, the former one is believed to be a mild sedative, hence it may have comparatively more benefit for sleep. The good news about it is that it’s safe for children since it is gentler among the two varieties. For much more quality and better nighttime’s sleep, taking a warm shower with Chamomile essential oil mixed in the water is always advisable.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Well known for its ability to give you the best sensual moments, the oil is also very helpful when it comes to achieving a night of quality sleep. Basically, Ylang Ylang essential oil can significantly normalize blood pressure and heart rate, setting your body off for sleep quite naturally. Moreover, this oil is also thought to promote feelings of calm and relaxation and thus helps make your sleep of high quality.
Peppermint Essential Oil
The cool, mint-like aroma of Peppermint essential oil can be uplifting and relaxing, but the magic happens in the case you’re experiencing bad sleep patterns due to seasonal allergies. Nothing can soothe the condition better than diffusing Peppermint essential oil around you.
Keeping Your Safe Side Maintained is the Key
Essential oils, along with so many healing benefits, come with some risks. And if not handled properly, they can harm you and the people around you. So, let’s find some ways you can safely use these oils.● Pregnant ladies must use essential oils after consulting their doctor or physician.● Most of the essential oils may be allergic to pets and children.● People with asthma or any kind of scent allergy must take an inhalation test before using any of them. If they feel okay, then they can enjoy them.● Your time and money are important, not only to you but to us as well. If you don’t do your research and don’t choose a company that offers pure essential oils at pocket-friendly prices, then you should blame essential oils for not being able to benefit you the way they’re supposed to do.
Final Thoughts
In today’s modern and scientific era, one of the depressive symptoms, stress, is not something that you can’t manage or treat. Being stressful is natural but unnatural levels of stress can only be effectively handled using what mother nature gives us. Hoping for the best days and nights for you and your beloved ones!
The festive season is full of food, gifts, and spirit, which come with all the parties and dinners to attend, both for work and with family and friends. Whether you’re going to the office Christmas party, on a festive night out with friends, or the family Christmas dinner, you want to look your best.
Here are 7 tips to have you feeling totally glam this festive season:
1. Keep hydrated
While this is not your standard beauty tip, it’s an important one to follow. Staying hydrated will keep your skin clear and prevent unwanted breakouts, plus you’ll feel good getting your daily eight glasses of water (chilled water is especially great during these hot summer months). You can easily keep hydrated by choosing to be designated driver or simply staying away from alcohol at this year’s festivities. If you are drinking, have a glass of water between alcoholic drinks
2. Brighten your eyes
While Christmas parties and dinners are fun to attend, if you are attending or hosting a lot of them, they can be tiring. One way to avoid looking fatigued is by brightening your eyes. This can be done by completing pre-make up steps, such as moisturising or using concealer, then applying your eye make-up first. Putting on your eye make-up first prevents any eyeshadow or powders from getting on your face or clothes. In terms of a colour scheme, you can’t go wrong with glittery eyeshadow as it’ll really make your eyes pop.
3. Keep your lips looking luscious
If you want to be able to enjoy the delicious food and beverages on offer at Christmas parties and dinners, but still want your lips to look luscious, there are a variety of ways to achieve this. Firstly take a little pre-lipstick care by applying a lip balm, before applying a lip liner to prevent your lipstick or gloss from bleeding out onto your skin, and then add your lipstick.
There’s no rule against wearing lip gloss instead of lipstick, however it’s going to be hard to maintain your look and enjoy the food and beverages on offer if your lip gloss keeps coming off. If you want to keep things simple, you can’t go wrong with a matte-coloured lipstick, or you could coordinate with your eyeshadow and go glittery.
4. Master the easy hairstyles
If you’re time deprived but still want your hair to look fabulous, mastering easy but classic hairstyles is the way to go. Messy buns and sleek ponytails are fast ways to pull your hair up, while also looking put-together. Messy buns can be executed in three steps: bring your hair into a high ponytail, twist the strands and wrap at the base of the ponytail, then secure the bun with an elastic band or bobby pins. Sleek ponytails take four steps: shampoo and condition your hair, blow dry it smooth, pull your hair into a high ponytail, and finish it off with hair spray.
5. Shine those pearly whites
As well as keeping your lips luscious, you should also try to keep your teeth shining bright. The festive season is filled with sugar, alcohol and a whole heap of food. If you don’t look after your teeth, this could mean staining, cavities and sensitivities, which you don’t want, especially when you’re having photos taken. To keep your teeth shining bright, stick to a strict brushing and flossing routine before your Christmas parties and dinners, and for a little extra brightness, you could try a whitening kit.
6. Rosy up those cheeks
It never hurts to rosy up your cheeks and make them glow. You can easily achieve this look by mixing complementary blush colours, specifically one light and one dark colour, starting with the lighter shade and layering the darker shade over it. Remember to pick a blush that works for your skin tone, use a good quality brush to apply it, and follow your face shape.
7. Have fun!
Again, this is not your standard beauty tip but another important one to follow. While the lead up to Christmas and all the parties and dinners you have to attend may be stressful, once you get there, it’s time to have fun. If you’re relaxed and enjoying yourself, it will show – your skin will be glowing and your smile will radiate and draw other people into your orbit, which could provide the opportunity to make new friends.
Following these simple beauty tips you will definitely have you looking glam for this year’s Christmas parties, family dinners and festive nights out. Happy holidays!
Mia talks to House of Coco Magazine about her successful brand EasterMia and how she went from shy girl to business woman by following advice from her friends and trusting in herself and her products.
Tell us about the path that led you to launch your nail polish brand EasterMia…
My mother Helen Nguyen has been in the nail industry for over 30 years and seeing people around me working with toxic chemicals and using toxic chemicals on clients. I wanted to make a change in the nail industry so I decided to create EasterMia for all clients that can wear nail polish that is toxic free.
Have you had any major challenges since launching, how did you overcome them?
As a shy person who isn’t out going it was so difficult for me to go out and speak about my brand. On August 18th 2019 it was my first launch at an indie nail exhibition. I was terrified and my friend was helping me and she said to me ‘you didn’t create a brand to be quiet this is your time to shine. Speak and be confident!’ That’s when I learned to speak more and express my love of my brand and tell my story.
When Covid happened and everything was shut down, I had to think quickly about how to get more exposure. Since all the salons were closed, I decided to contact all local nail salons and beauty bars that I have EasterMia magic remover to remove gel/shellac polish. It was absolutely fantastic! Ladies that were struggling to have their gel nails taken off. I introduced the magic remover where you buffed your nails and applied the gel onto the nails wait 5 to 10 minutes and let it crack and use the cuticle pusher to scrape off the gel polish. From then EasterMia was getting more notice.
By overcoming my challenges I say to myself either I do it now or never. Think and make a plan and put into action.
If you were to describe your business mantra in three words, what would they be?
Creative, perfection, and determined.
What advice would you offer someone wanting to get into the beauty industry?
My advice is to always keep up with the trend and listen to what your clients’ need and want. Be creative, people love seeing and having unique trends, colors, and beauty services.
Talk us through an average business day in your life…
My everyday business life is I open my salon from 9:30am to close at 7:00pm Monday to Saturday. Between, if don’t have clients I follow up emails and do my social media content for both of my businesses and do the mailing for shipments. There are nights I stay after hours to prepare for the next day. Sundays are technically my days off. There are times I will do some work in the mornings and always keep up to date what is the next season color trend.
How do you stay positive if the world seems to be crashing around you?
I always tell myself that tomorrow is a new day and good things are coming. I have to believe and have faith.
Do you have a go to quote if you’re in need of personal or business motivation?
My quote is and always has been:
“Slow and steady wins the race.”
How much has social media played a role in the success of EasterMia?
Social Media has played a big role. I am so happy that we have social media and I can show all my products and what’s in the new collection. I have connected many salons and shops that now carry my line in their salons and boutiques. Without social media I wouldn’t know where to begin and showcase and engage with customers and followers.
How do you want people to feel when they first use one of your nail polishes?
I want people to feel loved, cared, and happy when they first apply the first coat of the polish and not only love the color they wear, but know that EasterMia is making a difference creating healthier nail polish.
Our readers love to travel, what destination is at the top of your bucket list and which EasterMia colour would you wear for your trip?
My top destination is Greece and I definitely would wear Blazing Orange because its bright, cheerful, playful and energetic. Orange/Red symbolises health and vitality.
What’s next for you and your brand?
In 2022 I am planning on creating a special collection edition dedicated to my loyal clients and where it all started. I have clients that have been coming to me since 2016 when I first opened my salon and supporting me throughout this journey. Without them and my mother I wouldn’t have the drive and passion to create EasterMia. Also getting my brand into more salons and beauty bars.
Where can people find out about everything EasterMia?
There’s no doubt that maintaining shiny and healthy hair requires a lot of work, but it’s not an impossible job. Unfortunately, there are many things that can affect how our hair looks. A part of it is on genetics, but the major part is on the pollution and humidity, diet, the amount of heat applied to our hair and the products we use. Luckily, everything related to hair can be fixed. With some care and little love, you will be able to style your hair however you want without worrying about the split ends or frizziness. Follow these simple tips to keep your hair healthy and nourished all the time.
Regular Trimming
There are many myths about trimming your hair. Some say that regular trimming can make it stronger and longer, others say that it doesn’t affect the hair by any means, and a few believe that chopping it off every now and then is better than trimming. So which one is true? If you’re struggling with split ends and frizziness, regular trimming is the answer. While it doesn’t affect the strength and length of your hair, it removes the damaged parts that ruin the rest of the hair strand. When you leave your split ends for a long time, it starts to take all the nutrition from your healthy hair preventing it from growing at its natural pace. In other words, regular trimming will ensure that your hair is always healthy and shiny.
Use The Right Products
Not all products found in the market are as beneficial as they claim. Some of them may even be harmful. It’s not only the shampoos and conditioners you use, it’s also the flat iron you use. Applying the wrong temperature on your hair can result in burnt hair strands and it may cause severe breakage. Based on the information found on https://chi.com, when getting a straightener or curling iron, you should check the temperature settings and ensure that it matches your hair type before using it. If you regularly apply heat to your hair, you should use heat protection creams as it forms a layer between your hair and the heat, preventing it from getting damaged.
Level-up Your Washing Routine
If you don’t have a washing routine, it’s time to start applying one. Start by creating a wash day. Washing your hair once or twice a week is the best way to let your scalp’s natural oils benefit your hair strands. Shampooing every day removes any oils your scalp produces, which will leave it dry and will create frizz. Add a leave-in conditioner to your routine and apply it once a week or with every wash if your hair needs it. If you feel that your hair is damaged, apply hair masks that match your hair type and leave it overnight the day before you wash it.
There are many things that you can do to protect your hair from all the damages it goes through. From brushing and washing to the food you’re eating. Just like any other part of our bodies, our hair needs the right amount of protein and vitamins. Creating a diet plan that includes all the nutrition your hair needs will keep your hair healthy. You should also look into the products you apply to your hair and ensure that it doesn’t contain any harmful chemicals.
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Nêô Sephiri was founded in 2020 by a team who have been producing and researching Kalahari Melon Oil for nearly 10 years.
Their community in the Kalahari is being acutely impacted by climate change, with frequent, harsh droughts becoming the new norm. In their search for ways to adapt to this changing climate, they discovered Kalahari Melon oil.
While other crops struggled to adapt to the changing climate, this special plant was able to withstand the changes to survive in these extreme, arid conditions. Through scientific investigation they discovered that the seeds of the melon, when pressed and filtered, produce a highly nutritious facial oil packed with essential fatty acids and vitamins.
On a single farm in the Kalahari Basin the seeds from the melon are cold pressed and filtered through cotton to produce a 100% natural oil that nurtures the skin. Just reading about the process already feels good for our skin so we had to find out more. We spent some time with the founders, Bernard and Olga van Vuuren, so prepare to be inspired…
Tell us about the journey that led you to launching your brand, Neo Sephiri?
BvV: About 10 years ago, the province in South Africa where I grew up was hit with the worst drought in 80 years. Traditional crops failed year after year, causing farmers to lose their land which resulted in huge job losses for the local communities. However, the Kalahari Melon, an indigenous plant which evolved in the desert and is widely considered by most farmers to be a weed, was still standing despite the harsh conditions.
I was nearing the end of my PhD in Chemistry, when my uncle reached out to me after he had discovered that the seeds of the Kalahari Melon contained an oil, and someone mentioned that it might have applications for skincare. Together, we investigated the properties of the plant oil. My uncle produced the oil from the melons he had growing wild on his farm, while I used my scientific background to study the oil’s properties. Soon we found that our oil contained 70% essential fatty acids, and the highest concentration of vitamin E than any other plant oil. It was then that we knew we had to share this naturally powerful, truly sustainable and unique ingredient with the world.
Sustainability is at the core of what you do, why is this important to you?
OvV: True sustainability runs through our entire being! Nêô Sephiri was founded specifically as an intervention to mitigate the effects of climate change in our region. Our single ingredient has huge social impact potential for the people that live in these remote, marginalised communities, where the melons grow naturally. We are delighted that skincare industry leaders are also excited by the prospect of this pent up potential, with our facial oil winning numerous sustainability awards, including Best Socially Responsible Luxury Oil 2021 by Harper’s Bazaar.
Further to community impact, our transparent production process is completely circular. All the waste is recycled on our farm, but what’s more, when we harvest we return over 95% of the melon waste back to the land. This means our total ecological impact is absolutely minimal, and we hope that soon this will become the new normal. Sustainability has to be about so much more than just packaging considerations. Your purchasing decisions are an incredible tool for impact and change!
What are the benefits for the skin when you use Kalahari melon oil?
BvV: Our 100% natural Pure Kalahari Melon Facial Oil targets skin cell recovery and moisture balance owing to two unique properties. It’s down to the combination of the two properties I mentioned earlier; it’s proven to have more vitamin E than any other plant oil, coupled with the 70% concentration of omega-6 linoleic acid. This is an essential fatty acid, which your skin barrier needs to repair itself, for healthy glowing skin. Linoleic acid also balances your natural oil levels, meaning it helps to reduce clogged pores and is compatible with acne-prone and oily skin types. The vitamin E helps to stabilise this component, meaning it can remain active on your skin for longer. It also gives our Kalahari Melon Oil powerful antioxidant benefits which help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
What has been the biggest hurdle you have had to overcome since you launched the business?
BvV: As a start up, we face challenges constantly. The key is to stay motivated, positive and don’t give up. The more we power through the more motivated we become. The biggest challenge so far has been spreading awareness of our purpose and convincing people to try this brand new ingredient. It’s a naturally powerful plant oil with such interesting chemistry and so many skin benefits, we just need to share this with the world!
Looking back since launching your brand, is there anything you would do differently?
OvV: Coming from science and economics backgrounds, there are a lot of things that we’ve had to learn along the way including; branding, marketing, PR, ecommerce, SEO and the list goes on… These learnings require lots of trial and error, which take up time and resources. Knowing what we know now we would have probably done almost everything differently, as knowledge would have saved precious time. Having said this, it’s a beautiful and challenging journey, which we are happy to be on!
Tell us more about what inspires you…
OvV: Travel is inspiring. Soaking up the culture, mood and energy of a new destination, opens your mind and broadens your perspective. Our oil actually transcends me to the Kalahari every night. The natural scent and fast absorbing texture transports me back to the desert!
If you could describe your brand in three words, what would they be?
What advice would you offer to anyone wanting to launch a skincare or beauty brand?
BvV: Try to think about your brand’s impact in every way possible. not just the packaging! The impact on skin through efficacy, on the earth through your ingredient choices, on the environment and people through your supply chain choices. The incredible thing about starting something new, is that you can build it with absolutely minimal negative impact. It’s not easy, because everyone is trying to claim that their product is ‘sustainable’. The real challenge (and achievement) is understanding all of the impacts. Good and bad.
Talk us through an average day in your life…
OvV: 7am alarm, followed by coffee and breakfast. We start the day with a catch up with our dream team split between South Africa and London. Then it’s more calls and meetings, sometimes in beautiful cafes, as well as admin and sending out samples. The day escapes so quickly and there is always lots left to do. After work we do some exercise and now that things are opening up, we use the evenings to explore London. The day finishes with a face cleanse and 5 drops of Kalahari Melon Facial Oil before bed.
How much has social media played a role in the success of your brand?
BvV: Social media is so important in amplifying Nêô Sephiri’s purpose and sharing our unique ingredient with parts of the world, which we wouldn’t be able to reach without it.
You’re very well traveled but which place really has your heart?
OvV: There is just no place like South Africa, from the Kalahari Basin to the Western Cape. The beauty, warmth, honesty and wilderness that South Africa holds is simply outstanding.
Our readers love to travel, what destination is at the top of your bucket list?
BvV:We really want to explore more of South Africa, Namibia and Botswana! It’s a vast area of land with so much biodiversity. We love it!
What is your go-to quote when lacking motivation?
OvV: Time is the most precious commodity.
BvV: Every wall is a door.
What’s next for you and the brand?
BvV: We’ve only just begun! We are currently working towards developing Nêô Sephiri’s voice so that we can share our authentic and transparent farm-to-face approach that people want to see from the beauty brands they consciously choose.
What does self care mean to you?
OvV: Self-care is allowing yourself the time to focus on your needs, whatever they might be. Your need to think, sleep, explore, challenge or maintain. It is whatever you need to feel balanced and happy!
Our body not only desires to be healthy, but it also needs care and attention. Although we are more likely to pay attention to our outer beauty rather than the one inside, it is necessary for us to know the importance of taking proper care of both parts.
In this article, I will enlighten you all with some crucial tips in taking proper of your beauty and soul.
Improve Your Beauty Routine
Skincare is one of the most effective ways of enhancing your physical beauty. Women of all age groups are concerned about maintaining their skin’s natural beauty. It’s no wonder why skincare routines always figure among tips on how to glow up for women and even for men. The quest for the ultimate skincare has led some to go to the extent of visiting cosmetic surgeons for Botox in Singapore or other invasive procedures to achieve younger-looking skin.
What if I told you that there is an easy way of reducing wrinkles, sagging, and fine lines on your face without resorting to drastic methods? Yes, scientific research has shown that using specific chemicals found in fruit peels can significantly reduce aging signs like wrinkles and skin discoloration after just 7 days!
You’re probably wondering how these fruits work on your skin. Fruit peels contain enzymes that accelerate cell regeneration. As we grow older, our cells reproduce more slowly which causes problems with smooth, firm skin. The fruit peel contains alpha hydroxyl acid, lycopene and other enzymes which cause the dead cells to break down. This allows newer cells with a smoother surface layer to replace them.
Apart from improving your skin, treating yourself to fruit peels increases blood flow in the treated areas. Blood carries oxygen which is necessary for optimum cellular growth. It also carries glucose, proteins, and minerals throughout your body which are needed for cell division. The rejuvenated feeling you get releases endorphins and other feel-good chemicals, which make you feel vibrant mentally as well.
Learn Glow Up Tips from Lifestyle Blogs
The internet is a veritable treasure trove of beauty tips. Everything from how to get rid of dark underarms, belly button beauty secrets, and ways to hide your body flaws with makeup is available at the touch of a button. These beauty tips can be found on lifestyle blogs, websites, and even video tutorials that provide an easy way for women (and men) to learn the tricks of the trade.
Lifestyle blogs are a great resource for beauty tips that can be readily applied in your daily life. In addition, they provide a peek into the lives of people from different backgrounds and cultures who wear their hearts on their sleeves through blog posts, tweets, and videos.
And what’s more – many lifestyle blogs also offer healthy lifestyle tips and advice on how to stay fit and eat right.
Get Quality Sleep Consistently
It’s not just the duration of sleep that’s important but also the quality of sleep. It’s been proven that a person can get just as much benefit from six hours of good quality sleep rather than eight hours of poor quality sleep. So try to keep your sleeping habits constant and consistent. If you have a full-time job, always sleep at the same time each night so your body knows when it’s bedtime. And try not to wake up randomly in the middle of the night – if you do wake up, don’t spend too much time being awake before going back to sleep otherwise it will disrupt your future sleep patterns for this night and the following nights.
You should also make every effort to make sure your bedroom is ideal for falling asleep quickly and staying asleep all night long. Create a distraction-free environment, don’t have any bright lights in the bedroom, and make sure your bed is comfortable. This will help you relax and drift off to sleep easier than if you were laying down on an uncomfortable surface or sitting upright without anything to lean against.
Regularly Eat Healthy Food
Improving your dietary habit by eating healthy food helps to improve your beauty standard. Of course, this is not to say that you should cut down on the food you like (that includes me). But, try to change it up every once in a while by eating healthy food. You can start by eating more vegetables and fruits. Also, try limiting your intake of oily food and meat as it may clog your pores.
Why do you think people who eat junk food have dull skin? The reason is their bodies are lacking nutrition because they are not allowing them to absorb the nutrients in the unhealthy foods that they consume. So it is imperative to have a balanced diet that includes medically-tailored meals and be selective of what you eat so as to maintain proper health inside out!
to be selective of what you eat so as to maintain proper health inside out!
Wear Comfortable and Fashionable Clothes
Being fashionable does not mean you have to sacrifice comfort. Wearing tight clothes is uncomfortable and unhealthy for the skin as well as for your posture because it pushes down on some parts of your body while lifting up others, which can lead to bone distortions such as irregular spinal curvature (which may affect proper breathing). Look around and see what other fashionable people wear, then adapt it to your taste. Think about fabrics that feel comfortable to you, how they fit and how loose or tight they are. It is important not to overdo it with the fashion trend because the clothing should still be functional and not cause any discomfort.
Every person is unique and so are their needs to look good. You know what you need and there is no need to pretend to be someone who you are not in an attempt to fit in. It will only cause stress, headaches, and do more harm than good. The ships shared here can help people find out what suits their bodies best. Also, beauty goes deeper than makeup or clothes- making sure that your soul is healthy and glowing will help improve your physical appearance more than any other tip on this list!
When it comes to looking youthful, healthy glowing skin is the key ingredient. Just as you take care of your hair, makeup and clothes, your skin should never be ignored. It is that part of the body that is exposed to wear and tear the most, which is why you need to pay extra attention to keep it in its best, supple shape.
This is why the skincare industry has been booming. Every year it produces millions of products that claim to be the ultimate must-have for perfect skin. The internet is also brimming with influencers and celebrities endorsing different types of skincare routines.
With so much out there, it can become challenging to determine how you need to start taking care of your skin and what products you should use. If you are looking for the ultimate guide to achieving glowing skin, here is a guide from our top experts.
Determine your skin type
Before diving headfirst into routines and products, you need to fully understand the canvas you are playing with – this is your skin type. Not knowing the exact nature of your skin can do you more harm than good because the wrong products can cause damage such as inflammation and breakouts, as well as premature aging.
Oily vs. dry and sensitive are two broad categories, but there is more nuance to it than that. Depending on the type and condition of your skin you can decide what course of treatment will work best. You may need routine dermatologist visits or you could try innovative solutions like Ourself that combine science with convenience to deliver outstanding results for glowing skin. Its unique offering is bound to give clinic-like results at home. But, first, learn about your skin type and then decide on the best treatment plan.
Wear sunscreen every day
When we say skincare routine, it may sound like an elaborate scheme filled with different steps and various products; however, the most basic yet effective thing you can do is start wearing sunscreen every day. This simple tweak will do wonders for your skin and its overall texture and appearance.
Most skincare problems arise due to sun damage which is why 90% of dermatologists endorse the use of sunscreen religiously. You need to find a broad spectrum SPF and apply it generously an hour before leaving your house. If you are exposed to harsh sunlight for longer hours, then you need to reapply sunscreen every two to three hours in order to stay fully protected. This practice should be done throughout the year regardless of whether it is sunny or cloudy because there is some form of sun exposure even in the cooler months.
Keep your skin properly hydrated
Regardless of your skin type, it needs to stay hydrated. This can be achieved both internally and externally. To stay hydrated internally, you need to be drinking enough water on a daily basis. This will allow your body to work better to flush out toxins and reduce inflammation and puffiness. Having enough water in our body is ideal not just for perfect skin but also for overall health.
Apart from water, you should keep your skin hydrated externally as well. Often people with oily skin feel like they do not need moisturizers, but that is a misconception. There are moisturizers available for all skin types and should be used daily, both during the day and night. In fact, there are different moisturizers for different times of the day. Hydration from moisturizers and drinking at least eight glasses of water will build a strong skin barrier and make it radiant and youthful.
Use the right products
Once you have understood the basics of a skincare routine, you can go one level higher by incorporating certain suitable products for your skin needs. You should include these products slowly to see if they are suiting you or not. Remember that certain products cause purging, which goes away on its own, so don’t be alarmed and stay patient.
Start by using exfoliators once or twice a week. We always recommend chemical exfoliants over physical ones as they are more gentle of the skin barrier and also more effective. You should also use vitamins for your skin, such as Vitamin A and C. These are excellent antioxidants that help combat the harmful effects of sun exposure.
Parting thoughts
Taking care of your skin is essential if you want to fight away signs of aging and appear youthful. And there is definite merit to starting early before the damage is done. Listen to what your skin type is saying to you and determine the right products for desired target areas. Start building a routine slowly and see how your skin will transform.
Skincare routines have become incredibly popular in the past few years, thanks to beauty gurus. You have probably come across Vogue, Harper Bazaar and other major publications sharing celebrities’ beauty regimes.
Indulging a morning or night beauty routine is so much more than vanity. It’s a form of self-care and a way to decompress at the end of the day. But have you ever thought about becoming more eco-friendly with a sustainable beauty routine?
Sustainability doesn’t just have to be a buzzword that you see all over social media. You can make it a part of your lifestyle by incorporating it into your beauty routine. And here are some ways to do that.
Discover Sustainable Brands
With every brand out there trying to advertise their products as sustainable, it can be difficult to find genuinely eco-friendly products. Do your research to differentiate sustainable brands from greenwashing companies.
Try Homemade Products
Unfortunately, the FDA doesn’t have the legal authority to approve cosmetics before they go on the market. Since the beauty industry is majorly unregulated, it can be difficult to verify a brand’s sustainability ethos.
Whether you are questioning a product’s ingredient list or cannot find an eco-friendly alternative, you can attempt to make it at home. Homemade products allow you to control the ingredients and make the product as natural as possible. With some research and the right tools, you can enjoy your pampering sessions guilt-free.
Don’t Buy Mini Products
We understand the allure of mini products that are artfully placed near the cash register. And not to mention, mini products are incredibly convenient to travel with. However, you are creating a lot of waste if you frequently go on trips and purchase mini products every time.
Why do that when there is a much better and cheaper alternative available? You should invest in a set of travel containers. From lip gloss bottles to dispenser bottles, you can easily get your hands on high-quality containers.
Stop Using Face Wipes
When you’ve had a long day at work or gone on a night out, the last thing you want to do is take off your makeup. And that’s when face wipes come in handy. While occasionally using single-use face wipes is okay, don’t make them a part of your daily routine. They are not only wasteful but also do a terrible job of removing makeup.
Instead, we suggest buying reusable cotton pads and facial washcloths. You can use these with a makeup remover or balm to properly clean your face.
Buy Refillable Products
Several brands out there offer customers the option to refill their products instead of buying a brand new container. In addition to reducing packaging waste, buying refillable products can help you save money.
Recycle or Reuse Containers
What do you usually do with empty containers? Rather than throwing them away without a second thought, you should find ways to recycle and reuse them. Many brands offer incentives and rewards to customers in exchange for empties.
Minimize Water Wastage
Whether you are washing your face or brushing your teeth, be mindful of your water usage. Avoid keeping the water running unnecessarily.
Give Away Unwanted Products
Did you buy expensive lipstick only to realize it doesn’t suit your skin tone? Do you receive plenty of PR products? Rather than letting such products go to waste, you should share them with your friends and family or donate them to women’s shelters and other charitable organizations.
The Bottom Line
Switching to sustainable beauty and skincare is far less complicated than you might think. Hopefully, the aforementioned tips inspire you to take a look at your routine and make environmentally-friendly choices.
