3 Easy Steps To Healthy Skin.
When you’re going to a holiday party now more than the rest of the year we want that ‘glowing’ complexion. Founder of ArizonaSpaGirls.com, Lisa Kasanicky, did some research into how we can do it! November, which was National Healthy Skin Month, made for a great educational opportunity for the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) to share the latest findings on everything from hair loss and adult acne to non-invasive solutions for unwanted love handles.
But what we really wanted to know was how to get on that healthy, glowing, perky skin!
Suzanne Connolly, MD and Associate Professor Dermatology at the Mayo Clinic says that lifestyle choices are at the heart of healthy skin. “An outdoor lifestyle without proper ultraviolet ray protection results in more photodamage and that is the basis for photoaging,” she says.
Dr. Connolly also stressed the importance of using a daily sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection (and not just on sunny days.) “Use of sunscreen routinely, even on a cloudy or cool day is important. It needs to be re-applied; one application in the morning will not have a day-long benefit,” she notes. “Healthy diet, avoiding tobacco use, less emotional stress, and rest are also important.”
The third part of this equation? Understanding the unique needs of your skin type and sticking to a careful and consistent skin care routine.
Acne-Prone Skin
Zits or pimples or whatever you want to call them, acne is no fun for anyone. Be sure to look for: Oil-free products with salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide and non-comedogenic ingredients (does not block pores) Also avoid heavy creams and oily products.
Unevenly Pigmented Skin
While the official term is hyperpigmentation, most of people refer to them as brown splotches or wayward freckles. Look for pigment-lightening products with retinol, niacinamide, hydroquinone, or alpha-hydroxy acids. Also, be sure to avoid sun exposure!
Sensitive Skin
For easily irritated skin, Dr. Connolly suggests introducing new products to sensitive skin with caution. Use a little of the product at a time on small areas at first. Look for “fragrance-free” products with a simple list of ingredients (the longer the list of ingredients, potentially the more apt a product might be to irritate someone with sensitive skin).
Suggested product: Wonderbar, $40. Available at right here at wonderbarusa.com.
Check out the short video below for more useful tips, suggestions and recommendations for healthier skin. (including Wonderbar!)
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