Feeling is Believing

There are many questions around healthy skin, supple skin or smooth skin. How do we reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and dry patches on the face and the body.

It is actually not as complicated as it sounds at times. Now, having a skin care routine with multiple steps while not necessary can be a form of self care for some. This is actually the time that they will actually make time to check out of our hectic schedule and make time for ourselves.

I am a little more simple when it comes to a routine. A couple of reasons, it works well for my schedule and the items I use keep it simple but effective for what my skin requires.

So what makes our skin feel healthy and soft?

Our skin requires a few thing to make the soft, supple feel that we are looking to achieve.

Here are some key things:

Diet- Eating nutrient dense foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and oils help with providing vitamins, minerals , healthy fibre and fats that support and feed our cells.

Healthy Gut- When our gut bacteria is balanced( the good being more dominant), it will help with keeping things flowing and will prevent toxins from recirculating in the body. This will also help to reduce inflammation in the body.

Collagen- Collagen is a necessary protein for skin health. It helps to sustain elasticity and prevents the skin becoming thin.

Sleep- Sleep is under rated at times when it comes to importance. Our body will do the most healing and repair when we sleep. It allows our organs to reset and this will also contribute to a healthier glow.

Hydration-Drinking fluids like coconut water, green tea and of course water help to balance our electrolytes and will help our skin from feeling itchy and dry.

Gua Sha Therapy- this is great for getting the lymphatic system moving which will also support healthy, radiant looking skin.

Exercise- Keeping the body limber helps to keep our blood flow moving through our body and allows the skin to receives the proper nutrients. Stretching, yoga, walking, rebounding are great ways to accomplish this.

When the body is healthy on the inside, it will show on the outside. We will notice a natural glow, even skin tone and minimal or no signs of dry patches, skin irritations. There is a sign of calm and balance.

If you factor in some of these suggestions, along with a great cleanser, moisturizer that allows for boosting hydrating and a sealer to lock in the moisture and protective properties, you will see the difference on how your skin looks and feels.

Healthy skin starts from within.