Starting your day off on the right foot is very important, even where your skin is concerned. So away from the hustle and bustle of trying to get through each day , let’s talk about how to ensure you look good both inside and out.
Common morning habits like scrolling through social media on waking up or irregular sleep patterns do not help your skin in any way . It strains your eyes, stresses your facial muscles and give you dark circles and wrinkles, to say the least. And thus, you need to break these habits and incorporate healthy morning habits that benefit your skin .
So, if you are not quite sure about how to make your skin glow, here are 5 early morning habits that will surely help.This is daily top five !!!
1. A face massage treat .
As soon as you wake up, pamper your skin with a gentle face massage even before you do your regular skincare routine. Few of the many beauty benefits you stand to enjoy from a facial massage include ,reduction of premature ageing signs, smooth skin and a healthy glow. Just a few minutes of massaging your skin with your fingertips and clean water in a circular motion is sure to get the job done .
An important tip would be to ensure the massage is done in an upward direction so as to tone and firm up your skin and give you that youthful glow .
2. Begin your day with a healthy drink
It is common knowledge that water is the elixir for clear and glowing skin but adding some skin-loving ,delicious ingredients to it only makes it better. Be adventurous,add some lemon juice and honey or brew your water with some green tea leaves to give your skin a boost of nutrients and vitamins in the morning that helps rejuvenate and refresh your skin.
You can also start your day with a glass of fruit juice, smoothie or fresh coconut water to make your skin glow. These drinks contain are rich in antioxidants which helps hydrate your skin from within and makes it glow.
3.Sweat it out
Post-workout glow is actually a thing .Yeah ,as it turns out, working up a sweat in the fresh morning air can actually help your skin glow and be naturally healthy. An added advantage is that it also benefits the body and calms the mind .
Exercising recharges your mood and literally wakes your skin up . Plus, the impurities and toxins are flushed out with the sweat which helps detoxify your skin and unlocks clearer and radiant complexion.
So you’re in a win-win situation , you get to a healthy body and a glowing skin .
Examples of exercises you can try include cardio workouts, dance, yoga, running or simply walking.
4. Have a skincare routine
A proper morning skincare regimen is the key to achieving glowing skin . This process ensures your skin is clean, nourished and moisturised in no time . Not only that, it improves and maintains the health of your skin and fights skin issues.
An easy process to adopt would be to first cleanse your face with a mild face wash ,then use a good toner on your face to restore the pH balance of your skin and follow up with a hydrating moisturiser to lock in moisture. The importance of Sunscreen and exfoliating scrub can’t be overemphasized.
5. A healthy breakfast
You are what you eat and it shows on your skin. While simple milk drinks like soy milk and almond milk hydrate your skin and makes it radiant, common breakfast options that are high in carbs and sugar such as pancakes and cereal mess up your skin and contribute to acne and other such skin problems.
Factoring in the need for a healthy skin when choosing your breakfast option ,include smoothie bowls with fruits such as avocados, berries, bananas , mangoes also nuts like almonds and other superfoods that are good for your skin.
You can also try a protein-rich meal with an egg or a salad bowl with lettuce, carrots, and tomatoes for that extra glowing skin. Also try to make it a habit and not a one off meal option .
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