How to Have Flawless Skin in a Week

Have you ever thought, "I've got blackheads!" or "I want to get rid of my pimples!"? Ever wondered why "that girl" has got such flawless skin, and you don't? Don't envy her. Here are the secrets to flawless skin!

Steps

1. Determine your skin type. Is it oily, dry, flaky, sensitive or combination of either?
   
2. Invest in a cleanser, toner, moisturizer and facial scrub suited to your skin type. You might have to test out a couple of brands before you find the perfect one. Talk to an associate at a make up counter or stand alone make up store. You will be able to test different formulas. They may even offer samples so you can try a product out for a day or two.
   
   • If you have a bad case of acne or any other skin problem, consider going to see a dermatologist. They will give you the treatment you need.
     
   
   
3. Buy an SPF 15+ sunscreen for daily use. Try for a facial sunscreen with no fragrance or oil.
   
4. Use your face wash every day. You will not see a difference if you only use it once a week. Use your scrub only every few days as to avoid scrubbing off too much skin.
   
5. Wash off your makeup. Before going to bed remember to take off any makeup you put on. Washing your face may do the trick, but some makeup may require makeup remover.
   
6. Eat properly. A great menu is a balanced menu. Remember the food pyramid? Eat fruits and vegetables. They say eat 2 servings of fruit and 5 servings of vegetables. Avoid foods with caffeine, greasy foods and red meat.
   
7. Drink plenty of water. Try to drink 8 glasses every day! Avoid sugary soft drinks, caffeine and coffee. Green tea is good.
   
8. Exercise. It will help metabolize and help detoxify. A walk with your dog or some yoga lessons do make a difference! Plus if you are stressed out, it will de-stress you.
   

Tips

• Do this every day and you will soon begin to see the result
  
• Olive oil is good for cleansing makeup, and is also good for your skin. It may be an option if you are sensitive to certain chemicals.
  
• Continue to give your skin and body the attention it needs and you can expect to see gorgeous, glowing skin as well as a healthy new you!
  
• Use tea tree oil for pimples, as it is antibacterial and also suitable for sensitive skin.
  
• Try to avoid harsh formulas as they can damage skin over time. If you have combination skin look for something specifically for combination skin and avoid treatments for very oily or very dry.
  

Warnings

• Always check the ingredients and choose products with less chemicals.
  
• If you are a teen choose formulas appropriate for your skin type. Consult the make up counter if needed.
  
• Look for sunscreens especially for facial use. They contain less oil, less fragrance and will be less likely to cause breakouts. This is especially important if you wear a stronger SPF.
  
• Clean and moisturize daily is just as important with sunscreens as it is with make up.
  

Things You'll Need

• Cleansers
• Toners
  
• Moisturizers
  
• Products containing SPF of at least 15 or higher if you don't wear hats or spend more time in the sun
  
• Plan for doing skin care steps each day.
  
• good make-up ..... free of talc,free from fragrance & oils.
  
• make-up wipes and a good moisturiser to follow.
  
• do not use too much make-up or your pores good get blocked.
  

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