With the holiday season upon us, now is the perfect time to make sure you have glowing skin for all those festive gatherings.
While some people are naturally blessed with a dewy complexion, others—especially those of us who are a bit older—have to work a little harder to achieve it.
But don’t fret! These tips will help your skin look and feel younger and healthier. Good daily skincare habits, nutrition tips, and utilizing Medspa treatments and some quick fixes will give you beautiful skin that shines brightly!
Daily Skincare Habits for Glowing Skin
Following a basic skincare routine is often enough to give people of any age the foundation they need for radiant, glowing skin. If you don’t follow a regular routine, it’s never too late to start!
Wash Your Face Twice a Day — Start and end your day with a gentle cleanser to remove impurities without stripping your skin’s natural oils. This keeps your skin fresh and ready to absorb the goodness from your skincare products.
Exfoliate Regularly — Slough off dead skin cells by exfoliating once or twice a week. This reveals a brighter complexion and allows your skincare products to penetrate more effectively. Just remember, if your skin isn’t used to exfoliation, start slowly with gentle products. Too much can cause irritation and redness.
Hydrate and Moisturize — Layer serums and moisturizers suited to your skin type daily. The right products not only makes your skin plumper and more radiant, but it better protects your skin’s essential barrier, locking in all that hydrating goodness. Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin to boost moisture levels.
Prevent Sun Damage — Never skip sunscreen, even on cloudy days. A broad-spectrum SPF protects your skin from harmful UV rays that can cause premature aging and dullness.
Health Practices That Improve Your Skin
Daily skincare is only one piece of the puzzle for beautiful, glowing skin. Taking care of your whole body will have a massive impact on maintaining and improving your skin.
Whether you want to look amazing for an upcoming event or you simply want to improve your health practices, closely following these tips will help.
Stay Hydrated — Drinking at least eight glasses of water daily helps flush out toxins and keeps your skin hydrated from within.
Eat Nutrient-Rich Foods — Incorporate plenty fruits vegetables into your diet. Foods like papaya, berries, spinach, and kale are rich in skin-healthy vitamins and antioxidants that fight free radicals, promoting healthier skin.
Include Healthy Fats in Your Diet: Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, walnuts, and flaxseeds, help maintain your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping it supple and radiant.
Get Enough Sleep — Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night. Your skin repairs itself during sleep, leading to a healthier complexion.
Manage Your Stress — Chronic stress can (literally!) show on your face, causing dullness, exacerbating skin conditions, and leading to premature aging. To help your body cope with life’s stressors, try breathing exercises, meditation, yoga, exercise, and relaxing hobbies. Learning how to manage your stress is crucial for your overall health, inside and out.
MedSpa Services for a Quick Glow
If you’re looking for treatments with minimal downtime, consider these options:
- HydraFacial — This non-invasive treatment cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates your skin, leaving it instantly radiant. Best of all, most people see immediate results with no redness, irritation, or waiting for the healing process to do its magic. You’ll leave with cleaner and more glowing skin.
- Microchanneling — This procedure stimulates collagen production, enhancing skin firmness and luminosity. While full effects may take a week or more, recovery is typically quick and can quickly result in smoother skin.
- Dermaplaning — Removing the fine hairs and topmost layer of dead skin on your face gives you smoother, brighter skin that absorbs products more easily.
- Red LED Light Therapy — LED light therapy provides a number of benefits for your skin, but Red LED penetrates the deepest and can result in increased collagen and elastin production, fewer and less visible wrinkles, and healthier skin.
Quick Tips to Boost Glowing Skin Before an Event
If it’s too late for a complete skincare overhaul or trip to a MedSpa, try these ideas for glowing results when you’re short on time.
- Sheet Masks — Use a hydrating sheet mask an hour before your event to plump and brighten your skin.
- Facial Massage — Gently massaging your face can boost circulation, giving you a natural, rosy glow.
- Exercise — Squeezing in a quick workout can also increase circulation.
- Illuminating Primer — Apply an illuminating primer under your makeup to create a dewy, radiant finish.
- Top With Highlighter — Add a shiny last touch to your makeup with liquid or powder highlighter wherever you want the most glowing skin.
- Try Face Oil — If makeup isn’t your thing, you can achieve naturally dewy skin with face oils, such as jojoba, argan, and rosehip oil.
Start Your Glow-Up Today!
Remember, consistency is key for glowing skin.
By regularly cleansing, moisturizing, wearing sunscreen, and taking care of your whole body, you’ll not only achieve a holiday glow but also maintain healthy, radiant skin all year round.
And when you need an extra boost, a few moisturizing and makeup tricks—or maybe a trip to your local MedSpa—can do wonders.
Cheers to looking and feeling your best this festive season!
