Holistic Approach To Skincare Is Beyond Serums And Creams
A holistic approach to skincare engages with all aspects of one’s lifestyle and the way these may impact the skin’s health and appearance. These features include diet, sleeping habits, stress levels and exposure to toxins in the environment.
While topical skincare products help with skincare from the exterior, following a wholesome approach resulting in caring for the skin from its roots makes up for a 360-degree solution.
Few ways to follow a holistic approach to skincare
Mentioned are ways in which you can follow a comprehensive approach while caring for your skin.
Assess your diet: Every person’s skin is different and what works for one may not work for the other. But, following a nutrient -dense diet plays a compelling role in the health and appearance of the skin for everybody.
Your skin gets the necessary and vital nutrients required for it to be healthy when you eat right- by following a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables and healthy fats. Lack of vitamins and minerals like Vitamin C, E and zinc may lead to dry, dull or uneven skin. Keep consumption of saturated fats, processed foods and refined sugar at bay as their regular use can result in inflammation that will outline the way for skin problems like acne, eczema and psoriasis.
Berries, leafy greens and nuts, that are food rich in antioxidant properties safeguard the skin from the harm caused by ultra-violet rays and environmental toxins. Also, superfoods like walnuts and salmon which have tremendous content of omega-3 fatty acids assists in reducing inflammation resulting in improving the skin’s overall appearance.
A sound sleep: Sleeping for at least 7-8 hours is imperative for one’s health and this includes the skin’s health too. While you sleep, your body regenerates the cells of the skin and repairs the damaged ones. Best benefits cosmetically about sleeping well is that one’s body makes more elastin and collagen- proteins that help firm the skin and in turn helps reduce the fine lines and wrinkles. Also, the blood flow to the skin increases while sleeping, resulting in your skin glowing in a healthy way. Skin ailments like acne that are a result of inflammation can be avoided by sleeping well.
Stay stress free: While it's easier said than done, at least managing stress is very important even if you can’t really be stress free. Stress works two ways-it can lead to dry itchy skin or it can result in rise in sebum production leading to an oily sin. Stress always is the root cause of skin related problems like eczema, psoriasis and acne. One can manage stress by yoga, medication, getting enough sleep etc. Regular exercises improve the blood flow in the body, reduces stress and makes the body glow.
No toxins: Environmental toxins such as smoking and pollution can impact the skin and to safeguard it, try to reduce exposure to them as much as possible. Also, when you use skincare products, make a conscious effort to choose products that are scientifically backed and have natural ingredients imbibed in that rather than consuming products with synthetic chemical ingredients.
Keep your body hydrated: Drink at least 8 glasses of water and staying hydrated works like a charm in maintaining a healthy skin. Water flushes the toxins from the body and makes up for a glowing healthy skin.
Only professionals to address skin issues: Always consult a skin care professional who can help in outlining any underlying skin issue that you may have and create a personalised skincare routine to suit your unique needs.
Following a holistic approach helps in improving the appearance and health of the skin in totality and not just limits to treating surface symptoms. It actually helps the whole body and not just the skin to fight the impact caused by both internal and external factors.
About the Author -
Meghna Ghodawat - Founder and CEO - Skin Project
