Top Tips To Get Beautiful and Glowing Skin In Overnight
Stay hydrated: I know, you've heard it before, but anyone will tell you that the key to healthy looking skin is staying hydrated. So, grab yourself a cute water bottle (may I suggest a Hydro flask?) and make sure it's with you at all times because no matter what else you do, if you're not hydrated, your skin will show it.
Learn your skin type: Before you can start treating your skin, it's important to know what kind of skin you have. Is it oily, dry, or a combination? Do some research or head to the dermatologist to get a definite answer. This way, you can make the most out of the products you use by picking lotions, washes and masks out that specifically target your skin's biggest issues.
One word: Sunscreen: I don't care if it isn't even sunny out, you should be wearing sunscreen every single day. UV rays damage your skin cells, and make your skin's surface uneven, meaning it won't "reflect the light very well, hence glow less. So, make it part of your morning routine and slap on sunscreen every day!
Moisturize: And while you're already applying cream to your face, make sure you moisturize as well. Dry skin looks dull, so hydrate your face at least once a day with a good moisturizer. For an extra hydration boost, especially in the winter, you can double moisturize. Use a hydrating sheet mask over a layer of hyaluronic acid serum.
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser: Washing your face with a gentle and hydrating cleanser is crucial to achieve the glow. "Harsh cleansers strip your skin of natural oils, leaving it dry and more likely to be irritated.
Try out toner: Before you put on anything else (I'm talking serum, moisturizer, or makeup), try applying a toner. This will allow serums and other products you put on your face to penetrate deeper, so you're really getting all that goodness. If you have oily skin, a drying toner with witch hazel or salicylic acid. For dry skin, try a clarifying toner with glycerin.
Use a vitamin C serum: Incorporate vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant, into your morning routine. It protects against free radicals and pesky chemical particles, which wreak havoc on the skin. Free radicals come from pollution, the sun, and even our computer screens and cell phones. Yes, vitamin C is practically magic.
Up your face mask game: Who doesn't love a good face mask selfie? Add masking to your skincare routine and lay one on every night as you do your homework or watch Bridgerton for the tenth time.
Sheet mask 24/7: I know, I already told you to mask, but those are clay masks (yes, there is a difference). When you're not doing those, or if you're too lazy to do them.
Exfoliate: A gentle exfoliation once or twice a week because getting rid of dead skin cells will allow the skin underneath to shine. Try using a chemical exfoliate (I know it sounds scary, but it's actually very gentle on your skin because it doesn't involve scrubbing), as opposed to the physical exfoliants you're probably more comfortable with.
Combat unevenness: One reason why your skin might not be shining bright is due to unevenness. In order to speed up the natural turnover of skin cells and get rid of uneven skin texture and coloring, dermatologists recommend retinol or other retinoids. These can be irritating to the skin, though, so start with one that has a low concentration and only apply it three nights a week until your skin builds up more of a tolerance.
Eat up all the antioxidants you can: OK, so we've gone over all the things that you can do to your face to boost your glow, but there are some more steps to take that will work from the inside-out. Dermatologists suggest foods that are high in antioxidants to help your skin glow. Try grapes, berries, and nuts like pecans and walnuts. The antioxidants in these foods have been linked to protecting your skin against UV damage, so next time you're looking for a midday snack, make sure to grab those blueberries and making your own fruit juices from farmers market fruits and vegetable to "see your skin perk up."
Get good sleep: It's called beauty sleep for a reason. Enough sleep assists the skin in normal skin turnover and exfoliation. When you aren't getting enough sleep, your skin pays the price, so make sure to get at least seven hours a night.
Remember that consistency is key: Your skin might feel glowing one day and not the next, has to do with your natural oil production. And keep a consistent routine, not over exfoliating, and moisturizing every day.
Hack your glow with highlighter: Yes, achieving a natural glow is great, but there's also a way to get the look of it even on days when your skin is just not cooperating (we have all had those days). It's all about the highlighter! Get a color that is more on the natural side, so the secret behind your glow is safe with you.
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