4 Simple Lifestyle Changes for Healthy, Glowing Skin

1. How Can You Get Glowing Skin Naturally With A Healthy Diet?

When it comes to skincare, we can often think that the right products will give us naturally glowing skin - right? Well, that’s only half the battle. That old classic saying ‘you are what you eat’ is completely true - whatever you put in your body, will affect your skin. That’s why it’s important that as well as keeping your regular skincare routine you also ask yourself ‘what lifestyle changes can I make to get healthier skin?’. 

Well, one of the first ways is to eat a well-balanced diet - yes, that means drinking plenty of water too! Did you know that some foods make you glow from the inside out? Foods such as: 

• Fatty fish

• Avocados

• Bell peppers

• Broccoli

• Tomatoes

• Walnuts

• Sunflower seeds

• Sweet potatoes

If you focus on getting a lot of foods in your diet with antioxidants, then you may notice a reduction in acne breakouts and overall clearer skin. Healthy foods, such as the ones listed above, contain plenty of antioxidants, and fatty acids. Also, a top skincare tip from us - try to cook more of your food in olive oil too. Olives are packed full of antioxidants, healthy vitamins, and fats. All of these magic components come together and contribute to a healthy complexion.

2. Vitamin C All The Way

If you are a beauty buff like us, then you will know that as we age, our collagen production starts to dwindle. This can mean our skin can look more dull, and lose its elasticity - and that's where vitamin C comes in. We recommend using a vitamin C serum to brighten the skin and give it that lovely glow. Not only does vitamin C serum help with our complexion concerns, but it also helps to boost our natural supply of collagen, which in turn, can reduce signs of ageing like wrinkles and fine lines. 

For vitamin C products, we have a few that our Skincare Experts recommend. The Dr. Dennis Gross Vitamin C + Lactic Dewy Deep Cream is perfect for long-lasting hydration. This rich moisturiser is formulated with vitamin C and collagen complex to support skin regeneration and aid in repair.

Or, if you are looking for a serum that you can layer with your regular SPF (yes, don’t think we’ve forgotten about our daily sunscreen mantra), then we could recommend Dr. Barbara Sturm The Good C Vitamin C Serum. This serum contains zinc which helps to activate and transport vitamin C effectively into the skin. Its potent antioxidant protects against free radicals and other nasty environmental factors. Vitamin C serum can be an essential addition to a skincare routine for sensitive or dry types, so remember to listen to what your skin is telling you!

3. Sleep Will Always Be Your Best Friend

Speaking of our natural collagen production - getting a good night’s sleep is at the top of the list for the most cost-effective, anti-ageing remedies. Did you know that your collagen production increases when you go to sleep? Crazy, right? It’s almost like sleep is exactly what the doctor ordered! The more you sleep, the less likely you will be to see dark circles under your eyes or have a puffy face.

However, we all understand that getting a good night's sleep can be easier said than done sometimes, but don’t worry, we have a product which can help you fight those signs that you have been tossing and turning all night. The Sub Zero De-Puffing Eye Masks from 111SKIN are a bedside cabinet essential. If you haven’t slept well the night before, these can reduce under-eye puffiness and dark circles. After using one of these masks (talk about value for money, it comes with eight masks!) you will notice that your under-eye area has been brightened up as well. Whilst these masks are perfect, they can't substitute for the real thing - getting the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep is a must.

4. Avoid Those Nasties

Environmental stressors are all around us, and we can’t always avoid them - but there are some we definitely can. Drinking a lot of alcohol, smoking, and even eating a lot of sugar can all affect our skin. We are all about healthy living and treating your body right from the inside out. 

If you weren’t already in the know, smoking shrinks the blood vessels on the outer layer of the skin. This can reduce the blood flow to the skin. Blood circulation is necessary when it comes to the production of collagen - without it, your skin can look the opposite of glowing. If you want to avoid looking dull, then we recommend staying away from smoking altogether! 

Drinking is another red flag, as alcohol dehydrates your body and this includes your skin. When you drink alcohol, your skin becomes dehydrated and loses fluid. If done to excess, you will lose a lot of nutrients that are vital for your skin's health. 

Last (but definitely by no means least) is environmental stressors.  This can be anything from pollution, second-hand smoke and UV rays to harsh weather, and free radicals. It’s important to protect your skin every day, as many of these cannot be avoided. Remember to always cleanse at the end of the day, and of course, use SPF!