Healthier Skincare Habits to Start in 2020

Healthy, beautiful skin starts with good skincare and lifestyle habits. If you want to enjoy healthier skin, you may need to change some of your habits and start practicing new ones. Here are some healthier skincare habits to start this year to improve your skin:

Cleanse Correctly

Cleansing is one of the most important steps in your skincare routine. You need to keep your skin clean to avoid buildup of dirt, oil and bad bacteria, but cleansing too often or too aggressively can also disrupt your natural skin barrier. Cleanse your skin the correct way with the help of a couple of natural beauty products from Well Within Beauty.

Make sure your skin is clean without stripping it dry by using the double cleansing method. Popularized in Japan and South Korea, this method involves first removing your sunscreen and makeup with an oil-based cleanser like the natural makeup remover from Well Within Beauty. Made from the highest quality plant-based oils and botanical ingredients, this makeup remover can gently yet effectively dissolve even stubborn waterproof makeup so you can easily wash it off with minimal rubbing and scrubbing. It also leaves your skin feeling soft and nourished.

After removing your makeup and sunscreen, follow up with a gentle, pH-balanced cleanser to get rid of any remaining residue. A good cleanser should leave your skin feeling clean, fresh and balanced, not tight, dry or squeaky clean.

Using the double cleansing method at the end of the day will help you keep your clean without damaging its natural protective barrier. You should never scrub or rub your face roughly while cleansing; always treat your skin with a gentle touch, and it will soon feel more balanced and less sensitized.

Don’t Fear Moisturizer

Many people avoid using moisturizers for fear of clogging their pores or causing breakouts. Others simply don’t like the feeling of wearing moisturizer. It’s true that some moisturizers can feel very thick and heavy on the skin, giving you a greasy or suffocated feeling. The truth is that moisturizer can immensely help your skin keep itself balanced; the trick is to find the right moisturizer for your skin type.

If you have dry skin or live in a dry, cold climate, you can opt for richer moisturizers with more emollients. Moisturizing milks and serums might suit you best. If you have oily skin or live in a hot, humid climate, you might prefer using a lightweight, gel-type moisturizer. Be sure to choose one with hydrating ingredients such as glycerin or hyaluronic acid, so it can actually restore moisture to your skin.

Never Skip Sunscreen

One of the most important things you can do to keep your skin healthy and to prevent early signs of aging is to simply wear sunscreen every single day. The sun’s powerful rays can cause a host of skin problems, ranging from sunburn to dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles and even skin cancer. Sunscreen is the single most effective anti-aging product you can buy to prevent these.

Make it a habit to wear sunscreen every day, even on cloudy or rainy days, as the sun’s rays can easily penetrate through clouds, and they are present even when you can’t see them. Choose a sunscreen with broad spectrum protection and an SPF of at least 30 to make sure you are adequately protected.

Follow these three simple steps every day for at least a month, until they become a habit. You will soon see a remarkable difference in your skin. Remember that when it comes to healthy, beautiful skin, patience and consistency are key.