10 Calming Ways To Relax Stressed Skin
Our daily routine, stresses or lifestyle can frequently be reflected in our skin. Too much of one thing and not enough of another can really upset our skin which upsets us even more. Sometimes it is difficult to understand the underlying issue but one skin problem we know about that we certainly find hard to control is stress. Stress can bring out the worst of us and also the worst of your skin. But do not threat anymore, this handy list of 10 calming ways to relax stressed skin will ensure that problem skin is kept at bay.
1. Exercise regularly
Whilst exercise can be associated with those that want to keep healthy it can also be helpful towards curing stressed skin. Anything that promotes healthy circulation can also help maintain healthy, vibrant looking skin. And that’s exactly what we want, isn’t it?
2. Are you eating right?
Ensuring that you are eating plenty of nourishing and healthy foods will also act as a deterrent towards the stressed skin. Too much salty, oily or sugary foods can make your angry skin even angrier. What you put into your mouth should be a reflection of what you would put directly onto your skin. The better the food you eat, the less stressed your skin will be!
3. Bottoms up!
Now, this seems to be the answer to everything so, of course, its an answer for this, but drinking water is so important. Without having a sufficient water intake it can really take a toll on your skin by making your skin appear dull, older and wrinkles appear more prominent.
4. Get that shut-eye
All you nap queens will be glad to see this remedy. Sleeping allows our body and skin to rejuvenate and repair itself. Not allowing your skin to have time to recuperate can increase your likelihood to get or maintain stressed out skin. The ideal amount of sleep is 7-9 hours per night.
5. ‘Relax …don’t do it’
Are you taking some me time or even taking a bit of time out of your day? Yoga, meditation or even just sitting down reading can really benefit your skin. Calm breathing can help oxygenate the blood which helps the complexion of your skin.
6. Are you using the right products?
Using the correct products on your skin can do a world of good. Identifying what type of skin you have and using the right products in coordination with that skin type can help your problem skin. Whether you have normal, oily, dry or combination skin there is something out there for you. Superdrug currently have an amazing range especially for stressed-out skin, so go check it out!
7. Maintain a skin routine
Picking a skin routine and sticking to it is key. Stick to it every day and every night. You don’t need to have a cupboard stocked of ailments and ointments but a cleanser, toner, moisturiser and maybe even a serum will suffice.
8. Let your skin breathe
Have some makeup free days now and again to let your skin breathe. Wearing makeup isn’t to blame but letting it breathe now and again also won’t do any harm. Clogging your pores with makeup isn’t doing any favours to your stressed-out skin and could be a contributing factor to your problem.
9. It’s ok to say no sometimes
Overdoing it and doing too much can take its toll on your skin. Having a break here and there can really help your stressed and angry skin out. Your lifestyle or overworking yourself can just increase your load and maybe even cause you more stress.
10. All about you
You really do take priority so make sure you’re looking after yourself first and foremost! Your skin is a reflection of how you are dealing with things so make sure you tend to those needs before anything else.
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