How to Have Smooth Fair Skin
Glowing, smooth, fair skin like that modeled by celebrities such as Juliette Binoche and Isabelle Rossellini might seem unattainable. But for those without the money for weekly facials or expensive night creams, following a few simple beauty rituals can drastically improve the look and feel of your skin. As with most beauty regimens, consistency offers the best results, so try to follow this routine on a regular basis. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Sunscreen
- Face wash
- Sugar
- Exfoliating face peel
- Night cream
- Blemish spot treatment
- Acne control daily skin regimen
Instructions
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Wash your face every night with a moisturizing cleanser. While this might sound like something everybody should know, many women skip this step. Washing your face helps remove impurities and make-up that can clog your pores and make your skin look less clear and glowing. Use warm water to help loosen dirt along with a dime-size amount of your cleanser, and then rinse with cool water.
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Use a night cream to help skin repair itself and rejuvenate; this will help to give you a dewy, smooth look. Many women do not manage to get the nightly eight hours of sleep recommended by doctors, but night creams can help you fake a well-rested look. Night creams work better than potions used during the day because "your body's temperature rises slightly at night, which helps skin better absorb lotion" according to Kevin Taylor, a scientist at P&G Beauty.
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Exfoliate on a regular basis. Use a facial peel with a gentle fruit-based acid, such as the Glycolactic Skin Renewal Peel Mask from REN Skincare, that offers an exfoliating process without leaving you with reddened, dry skin. You can also exfoliate on a daily basis by rubbing a handful of sugar on your skin while it is wet, according to make-up artist Carmindy of the TLC channel's "What Not to Wear."
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Use sunscreen on your skin on a daily basis. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, over one million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. every year. To protect yourself from cancer and ensure your skin stays fair and smooth, apply sunscreen or beauty products containing sun protection to your face and other exposed body parts at least 30 minutes before leaving the house.
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Eliminate break-outs by diligently following an acne-fighting routine. Use salicylic acid-containing products such as Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Eliminating Gel or Clearasil Ultra Pimple Blocker Pen to help clear up the occasional flare-up. If chronic acne is a problem, consider using one of the complete acne control systems such as the Proactiv system or the Loreal Derma Expertise Adult Acne Regimen.
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Tips & Warnings
Ensure you drink six to eight glasses of water on a daily basis. Keeping your skin hydrated will improve the quality of your skin. If you suspect hormones as the root cause of your acne, talk to your doctor about using the birth control pill to keep the hormonal fluctuations under control.
