Your body needs the right nutrients to fight off damage, and your skin is no different. Nutrients help the cells replicate and have more energy. Processed foods, stress, toxins and low-nutrient diets will accelerate ageing. 

Protecting yourself from harmful chemicals while getting enough sleep, relaxation and exercise will all help you maintain a healthy glow. There's no doubt about it, glowing skin is the number one priority on everyone's beauty to-do list. 

Tips to keep our skin more beautiful and healthy:

  • Drink plenty of water. Even with a small amount of dehydration, your body functions in a less optimal way. The instant you're dehydrated, it will take a toll on your skin, causing it to look dull, flaky, saggy and loose.
  • Eat foods with antioxidants. Antioxidants are the best resources your body has to fight disease and ageing by reducing damage and inflammation. Inflammation is a leading cause of wrinkle formation. Some of the best sources of antioxidants include Blueberries, Pomegranates, Raspberries, Nuts, Seeds, Organic green tea, etc. Therefore, have a rainbow-coloured plate of food.
  • Limit your sun exposure. Small amounts of daily sun produce vitamin D and are beneficial, but too much sun will damage your skin. Don’t forget to wear your sunglasses, and use sunscreen every 3 hourly before stepping out of your house.
  • Opt for natural skin products. Many skin care products contain harsh chemicals.
  • Before touching or washing your face, clean your hands so that no germs or dirt is transferred from your hand to your face. Follow a good hygienic face-wash practice in the morning and at night. This helps in restraining the growth of bacteria and getting healthy skin. 
  • Change your pillow-cover at least once a week. The oil, germs and dirt stick onto your pillow when you sleep and this, in turn, gets onto your face every time you sleep, which can be a major cause for acne breakouts.
  • Pull your hair back while you sleep. Wear a headband or make a ponytail to keep back your hair. Avoid your hair touching your face while sleeping at night.
  • Wash your makeup brushes weekly. They can carry terrible bacteria· 
  • A diet rich in vitamin C leads to fewer wrinkles. Researchers have found that skin exposed to vitamin C for long periods of time can produce up to eight times more collagen! Sources: lime, citrus fruits, etc. 
  • Eat healthy fats. Incorporating foods such as avocados, olive oil, flax seeds, nuts and fish into your diet is important. The fatty acids are crucial for your skin to look youthful.
  • Avoid sugary, refined, salty, processed and fried food. It leads to damaged collagen and elastin, which cause wrinkles.
  • Reduce your stress. High levels of stress will compromise your skin. Consider yoga or meditating. 
  • Sleep well. Your skin rejuvenates and repairs itself mostly while you are asleep. 
  • Exercise daily. It increases the circulation of oxygen and nutrients and releases toxins through sweat, which leads to clearer, firmer skin. Remember to smile. It’s the best exercise for your face.

 If you follow these guidelines your skin will remain vibrant and youthful and you would be blessed with beautiful skin always