01 Nov What Are 10 Healthy Skin Tips?

What Are 10 Healthy Skin Tips?

Keep reading to learn 10 healthy skin tips that you can begin practicing this November. Did you know that November is National Healthy Skin Month? Here at Serenity Aesthetics & Wellness, we want our clients to prioritize healthy skin in and out of the office for long term desirability. Here are 10 healthy skin tips that you can begin incorporating into your regimen as soon as today!

1. Adequate Water Intake

Adequate water intake is essential for maintaining a healthy, hydrated barrier. It is recommended that average adult consume at least 64 fluid ounces of water daily.

2. Balanced Diet

In addition to adequate water intake, a well balanced diet is also essential for maintaining healthy skin. Examples such as Healthy fats like avocado, proteins like salmon, and vitamin C found in citrus fruits and dark leafy green vegetables help to provide our skin with the nutrients needed for a healthy skin barrier. If you are not seeing results from your morning and nighttime skincare routine, then begin taking a close look at your diet for any possible modifications that can be made.

3. Daily Use of SPF 30 or higher

In past articles, we’ve discussed in depth the importance of having a routine containing the 3 core products needed to maintain a healthy skin carrier. Arguably, the most important of these 3 is a broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher. According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, it is recommended to incorporate daily use of an SPF 30 or higher especially when participating in extended activity outdoors. This is crucial in preventing oxidative damage, sunburn, sun cancer, and hyperpigmentation from extended sun exposure. In need of a recommendation? Check out our Lightweight Sheer Tinted Sunscreen with SPF 50.

4. Getting abnormal skin growths examined

Skin cancer is likely to develop with abnormal growths. It is recommended to visit a Dermatologist yearly for a full examination of the skin to have these abnormal growths checked early on.

5. Practicing the 80/20 rule

We here at Serenity Aesthetics & Wellness are firm believers of the 80/20. 80% of your skincare practices will take place at home. This includes your morning and nighttime skincare routine, lifestyle practices, and diet. 20% accounts for in office treatment received monthly to quarterly based on skin goals. Consistent home care practices and diligent in office treatment are key to optimal skin health.

6. Addressing skin concerns early on

Lack of an effective skincare routine can cause certain skin conditions to arise. Don’t assume that you are using the appropriate products for your concern. Instead, seek advice from a licensed skincare professional as soon as you notice this issue. This will save you a lot of time and money in the long run.

7. Core Products

The core products to anyone’s skincare routine are cleanser, moisturizer, and spf 30 or higher. The daily use of the products has been proven to maintain a healthy skin barrier.

8. Accessory Products

Once you establish a routine with effective core products. You may be ready to begin adding accessory products to your routine. Accessory products differ based on a person’s specific skin concern. For example, if you are looking to correct hyperpigmentation you would want to prioritize accessory products that contain tyrosinase inhibitors such as alpha arbutin and kojic acid. In this case our Serenity Even Skin Tone Brightening Pads would be a great selection for you. However, if you’re looking to stimulate collagen, correct hyperpigmentation, and fine lines and wrinkles you likely benefit from adding a retinol to your routine. In this case our Night Renewal Serum would be a great addition to your nighttime routine.

9. Keeping surfaces clean

The development of acne normally leads to the development of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation or erythema. To help prevent these conditions, it is important to practice cleanly lifestyle practices. Be sure to clean pillow cases and hair scarves twice a week. Avoid touching your face with unclean hands. Also be sure to wash your face after physical activity.

10. No pimple popping

Preventing hyperpigmentation is not the only reason to avoid popping your pimples. People often, Pop their pimples out of habit and with unclean hands, this goes back to healthy skin tip #9, the dirt under fingernails and on the hand can become trapped under pores and exacerbate the breakout. Even if you do practice popping pimples with sanitized hands, popping pustules and cystic acne can cause the bacteria within the breakout to spread beneath the skin  and worsen breakouts. Extractions are great for minimizing breakouts, but it is important to have them done by a licensed professional.

Healthy Skin Consultations in Philadelphia, PA

If you are looking to prioritize healthy skin this November, but aren’t sure to start- book a skincare consultation with us! Skincare consultations are available in office as well as virtually and allow our clients to have an in depth sit down with a licensed skincare professional. In as little as 30 minutes, we will be able to examine your skin, health history, and current lifestyle practices to create a treatment plan that best suites your needs. Click here or call to book today!