How To Achieve a Glowy and Healthy Skin

By Andrew Robert Shassetz

It is possible to get glowy and healthy skin once you maintain a healthy lifestyle and use the right makeup products. The process may take some dose of effort and dedication, but the good news is, it's possible!

There are lots of questions coming in at Hebe Botanica on How to Achieve glowy and healthy skin. The truth is, healthy skin radiates energy with an irresistible glow, and irrespective of your age, it’s still possible to look younger. We curated this article specifically to approach this subject from different perspectives.

Every step counts: from knowing your skin type, peeling mask, and dieting,  all the steps we outline will significantly increase your natural vitality. So without further ado, let’s dive into it.

Tips to Achieve a Glowy Skin Naturally

Using the right skincare product can dramatically improve your skin within a couple of weeks; however, to keep up and maintain the glowy change, the following will be required to achieve a long-lasting freshness.  

Skin Care Tweaks To Achieve a Glowy and Healthy Skin

1. Know Your Skin Type

The first step to achieving glowy skin is to know your skin type and go for makeup that suits it.

• Oilskin: if you have a greasy and shiny skin zone
• Combination skin: Your T-zone is greasy, but your jaw and cheeks are dry.
• Dry skin: Your skin feels flaky, parched, and tight.
• Sensitive skin: your skin gets inflamed, itchy, and turns red quickly.
• Normal skin: your skin is neither excessively dry nor oily.

2. Use the CTM Routine

The acronym CTM stands for Cleansing, Toning, and Moisturizing. Daily CTM is essential to promote a moisturized skin. Once you know your skin type, use the right cleanser, Moisturizer, and toner that suit your skin. Repeat the routine twice daily.

We recommend products with skin-brightening ingredients like azelaic acids, mulberry extract, and grape seed extract for effective results.

3. Find a Suitable Cleaning Routine. 

Washing your skin too often reduces the skin moisture and causes the pores to produce extra oil. For effectiveness, we recommend this first thing in the morning, after a workout routine, and before bedtime. It’s one of the cost-effective and natural ways to remove impurities, clear the skin pores and remove toxins.

4. The Sunscreen Religion!

Protecting the skin against UV rays is yet another essential tweak that promotes glow skin. The formula is to stick to sunscreen before getting exposed to UV rays. Repeat the process religiously for 2 - 3 hours when outdoors.

It is important to monitor your habit, too; if you want to get skin that looks good from the outside, you must feel good from the inside.

5. Use A Peeling Mask

Peel mask evens the skin tone and smoothens the skin by reducing dead skin cells. Peeling masks made from natural fruit enzymes such as papaya or pineapple will undoubtedly do the trick. 

Alternatively, you opt for a peeling mask with minimal levels of glycolic acid. It will give your skin a quick touch of perfection when you're in a hurry; it's one of the best routines for glowy skin.

6. Use Products with Multiple Benefits.

Products with multiple benefits, such as moisturizers with brightening and anti-aging properties, will help even the skin tone and reduce blemishes. Go hard on products rich in vitamin A (retinoids). It is listed as Retin -A or Retinol. A clinical assessment was carried out on 36 elderly on the effects of topical retinol on aging.

At the end of the experiment, a conclusion was drawn that topical retinol will reduce fine lines and wrinkles, strengthened the skin matrix, and promotes collagen synthesis; these changes ultimately improve the appearance of the skin.

Hebe Botanica Restorative Omega Body Oil contains Rosehip Seed Oil which is a natural rich source of natural Vitamin A aka phyto-retinoid which a vegan alternative to synthetic Retinoid. It's a great ingredient for sensitive skin and can be used in either morning and night time skincare routine without the risk of sun sensitivity. 

Lifestyle Tweaks To Achieve a Glowy and Healthy Skin

1. Drink Plenty of Water

Water is life! Drinking 2 - 3 liters of water per day helps keep the skin hydrated; it improves the skin and general health.  The intake may differ base on the individual, but a daily dose is required to keep the body going.

Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol conducted a clinical research. The study was designed to qualify the impact of water on skin physiology. It shows that water makes up 75% - 80% of components of the cells, tissues, and it’s more beneficial in dermatological terms.

2. Sweat It Out!

The right absorbable dose of exercise will promote blood circulation and increase the amount of oxygen in the body. It helps burn calories and improve the texture of the skin. You can try simple cardio such as jogging, dancing, trekking, and walking.

3. Eat All Colors

Eat nutrient and color-rich veggies. Fruits rich in minerals and vitamins will enhance your skin and promote your health. Food rich in antioxidants helps prevent radical damages, improve the skin, maintain hydration and body health.

Proper care and lifestyle change can be a slow process but will give magical results when carried out religiously. The good news is, with the right makeup in your arsenal, you can achieve your goals in a couple of days or weeks.

4. Shorten your Shower

Avoid exposing your skin to extremely hot water. It’s no doubt that heat and steam get rid of toxins; however, running hot water on your skin reduces the amount of oil, causing it to have a dull and tired appearance.

Reducing the temperature of your shower also increases circulation; it gives the skin a youthful toned, boosts the immune system, and promotes your appearance. 

Conclusion 

Giving the right attention to your skin often pays off with skin that visibly glows. Though undermining health factors such as hormone imbalances, stress, nutritional deficiencies can make the process of reaching your goal challenging. We suggest you seek the attention of a dermatologist if you think the texture of your skin results from a health challenge.