I’ll be first to admit that there have been days when I just ditch my skincare routine because of laziness or fatigue and go straight to bed. Sure, this has gone fairly unnoticeable back when I was younger but now that I’m aging and stressing more and more, every little flaw that pops out becomes immensely noticeable! That’s why, for 2023, I’m dedicating 5 resolutions to my skincare routine– and if you’re guilty of some of these then you should start too.
1. Cleanse Your Skin Correctly!
I’ve had countless nights where I am just exhausted out of my mind and want nothing more than to plop on the bed and knock out. Well, 2023 is the year I say goodbye to that!
Forgoing my skincare routine and leaving a day’s worth of gunk on my face can clog and congest the skin, leading to a dull and dry complexion. That’s why, at minimum, I try to keep a pack of facial cleansing wipes (the moisturizing kind) right by my bed.
2. Don’t Underestimate the Power of a Good Moisturizer!
Moisturizing can help keep your skin looking youthful and radiant. Keeping it moisturized can help your skin maintain its balance and help your skin stay young, because of the moisturizer’s ability to repair the cells.
Washing and exfoliating, especially with hot water, can strip away the good oils and moisture in your skin. If you worry about oily skin, you can opt of serums and use light creams instead. For evening moisturizing, or during the winter time when my skin gets horribly dry, I reach for oils.
3. Want a Tan? Don’t Forget the SPF!
We all know that Vitamin D is needed for a healthy you, but too much of anything can’t be good! It can lead to dry skin and even melanoma. The sun can have a photoaging effect on the skin which can give you thick and leathery skin with discoloration. This leads to lines, sagging, and wrinkles! Always choose a sunscreen with at least 30 SPF.
I try to slather it on every day, even when I’m just driving my car or going on errands. Here’s how you can make your own all-natural sunscreen.
4. Leave Your Skin Alone
When life gives you pimples, DON’T POP IT. I used to pick at my skin whenever I had blemishes, but eventually realized how bad this habit actually is! Popping pimples result in open wounds and can lead to even worse results like discoloration and scarring.
Check out this article to know the benefits of using essential oils to help soothe acne.
5. Take Care of Yourself and Your Skin Will Follow
Taking care of your skin, but ignoring the rest of your health is not the way to go. To ensure the best outcome for your skin’s health, always try to stay healthy. I read somewhere that whatever is going on underneath the surface of your skin shows on the outside. Exercising and keeping fit is always great for your skin. Try yoga and take it up a notch with the help of essential oils.
What you eat also affects your skin greatly! Generally, all good fats, including those from fish rich in omega-3, avocados, nuts, and seeds are good for your skin’s moisture and elasticity. Orange foods are rich in beta-carotene because of their ability to act as a natural sunblock, and can even give you a glowing color! Other foods like broccoli and tomatoes work wonders for the skin as well.
Start Giving Yourself More Love
These are five New Year’s resolutions for your skincare routine that are super easy to follow through on. Share them with your friends and family – accountability helps! What resolution do you want to do that is not on the list? We’d love to hear about it on social media by tagging @fromsimplyearth with #imadethis and in the comments below!
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