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Skin being the largest organ of the body needs a lot of care. Since its both the strong as well as the sensitive organ. Strong since it heals faster and withstands the different environmental changes, but if you skin is sensitive it is also the problem ski that needs to a lot of care. Skin is also the mirror of several other internal problems that you may have. Along with providing protection, your skin helps get rid of toxins, maintains body temperature. Not only does a sensitive or strong skin matters but also the white and dark skin. The dark skinned need not fear the sun -burns and wrinkles as the light skinned people. Not only skin care products help you deal with a problem skin, but also a protein rich-diet and lots of water should help. Apart from the diet you also need to exercise and rest your body and give it a line-free face by lying on the back with the knees elevated by placing a pillow or cushion beneath.
Since your diet plays a big part in keeping your skin clear and problem free, you must eat vitamin rich and water-rich fruits. Certain skin problems like acne & eczema can be seen as an attempt by the body to get rid of toxins through the skin. Drink lots of water throughout the day, at least 8 glasses or 2 liters and eat large portions of fiber daily. To a problem skin clean you must:
1.Cleanse, tone & moisturize: Cleansing removes dirt and grime. Use a creamy or milk-based cleanser for dry skin or an oil-free formula for oily skin. Toning removes the last traces of dirt and tones the pores. An alcohol-free toner for dry skin and astringent for oily skin should be used. Avoid alcohol-based toners on sensitive skin. The last and important step involves restoring the moisture that wash washed off during cleansing through moisturizing.
2. Exfoliation. Exfoliate weekly to remove dead skin cells and refresh your skin. A scrub of natural extracts is best for all skin type. A facial mask also helps in cleaning and rejuvenating your skin.
The skin on your body is as important as the skin on your body. Avoid soaps that make your skin dry and rough. Use a body lotion to moisturize after a shower.
Some common skin problems and their solutions
- Acne: Such as, pimples, blackheads & cysts. Avoid oily cosmetics and cleanse your face using a natural antibacterial, non-oily face or body wash such as those containing tea tree oil. A clay mask with Echinacea, also helps absorbing the excess oil and prevent acne. Vitimin supplements such as Vitamin A, B & E, also helps combat acne.
- - Eczema is caused by dietary deficiencies, so increase your intake of zinc, Vitamin C, B & E, essential fatty acids (EFA),to combat it.
- Blemishes and age spots: To lighten the ugly blemishes, use lemon juice or Castor oil a few times a day to make them grow faint.
- Dry skin: Use lotions or creams containing avocado, jojoba, Aloe Vera, honey and Vitamin E. Honey also acts as a natural moisturizer.
You can now find solutions to all your skin care problems in your kitchen itself. Know you skin well before your treat it.
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