Exfoliate.
Skin cells die off and regenerate on a daily basis ,so it is important to exfoliate the skin in order to help with the shedding process. Using an exfoliating body wash, sponge or washcloth can help to scrub away dead skin and even the skin tone. Natural sugar scrubs smell amazing and are an eco-friendly and safe way to purify the skin.
Moisturize right out of the shower.
Skin that contains more melanin (darker skin) tends to become dry and ashy, especially when exposed to hard water or gusty winds. The best way to keep your skin silky smooth and highly moisturized is to apply your moisturizer coming right out of the shower or bath. Patting the skin dry and applying oil or lotion after cleansing helps lock in the moisture from the water and leaves your skin feeling hydrated.
Avoid fried foods.
You are what you eat and it definitely shows up on the face. Fried foods increase the amount of oil in the body as well as increase acid levels that can send the skin’s sebaceous (oil) glands into overdrive, causing clogged pores on the face. Swap out that fried chicken for a baked version and add some green vegetables to the meal to help keep the acid levels within the body in check .
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Maintain Flawless Skin For Less was originally published on blackdoctor.org
