Most times we take flimsy things- well things we
call/that seem flimsy for granted- but these things add up and
eventually damage our skin in a way or the other. Its important to pay
attention to things that come in contact with our skin. Today on Pulse
Daily, we would be sharing surprising lifestyle habits that damage the
skin:
1. Sleeping With Your Makeup On
Falling
asleep with your makeup on can lead to bacterial infections and clogged
pores, which can cause acne even the residue that stays on your pillow
can even make you sick. Keep makeup removing wipes next to your bed so
you’ll be reminded every night to remove your makeup.
2. Drinking Coffee
Caffeine
is a major culprit when it comes to dry /dehydrated skin and the
magnification of wrinkles. Nourish and hydrate the skin by drinking
lots of water. Add fruit slices like orange or lemon to enhance the
flavor.
3. Popping Pimples
Picking
at the skin on your face will only push dirt and bacteria deeper into
pores, resulting in more breakouts. So by all means don't pop your
pimples.
4. Skipping Meals
Skipping
meals can cause skin to age faster and dry out more quickly. Always try
to include vitamins C, B3, E, and A in your meals to build up your
skin’s health.
5. Avoid Long Hot Showers
While
the occasional steamy shower is great, it actually strips away the
outermost layer of the epidermis, which can cause scaly and dry skin.
When your skin starts to feel dry and itch in the shower, you know its
time to step out
6. Using too much products
To
avoid a skin nightmare, always test new products — cosmetics, lotions,
and cleansers — on a small patch of skin. Choose somewhere on your arm
to avoid an unexpected allergic reaction on your face.
7. Not Drinking Enough Water
Hydrating
yourself daily will not only help to fight off aging, but also give
your skin a healthy glow. Skip the water and you’ll be stuck with rough
and 'shrunken' skin. By all means drink lots of water it help hydrate
the skin.
Added Source: Pulse NG, Women Health Mag.
