The start of a new year often prompts people to make beauty and health goals. Now that we’re in 2017, you may be looking for new ways to stick to your resolution of achieving clear, radiant skin. Here are five essential skin care tips that will 2017 the year you have the most beautiful complexion yet.
No Harsh Cleaning Tools
Some dermatologists are advising against using sonic cleansing brushes or even washcloths on sensitive, acne-prone skin. These tools can cause irritation and even spread bacteria around. Instead, use your hands to apply a gentle cleanser with acne-fighting ingredients to your face, rinse with tepid water, and lightly pat-dry with a towel. After washing, apply an oil-free moisturizer to keep the pores from getting clogged and prevent facial peeling.
Coal Masks and Cleansers
Charcoal is often associated with barbecue grills, but the ingredient also does wonders for the skin. Charcoal draws out impurities and exfoliates the skin to remove dead skin cells. You can choose a facial wash with charcoal, or select a mask or exfoliating product that features charcoal to get the best results.
Asian-Inspired Beauty Products
The Hollywood elite has been using beauty products from Korea like sheet masks and cushion compacts during visits to a medical spa, but it’s also trendy to try more of the things that Korea has to offer when it comes to skin care. Green tea cleansing sticks help to remove debris from the face and clear pores, and eye cream infused with honey helps to get rid of fine lines while adding soothing B vitamins to the skin.
Skin Masks
The use of face masks increased in popularity in 2016, and the trend is expected to continue throughout 2017 as well. Sheet masks are particularly well-known, and clay masks are ideal for drawing toxins from the skin as well. There’s also a dry-textured sheet mask that will elevate and plump various parts of the body, including the breasts and glutes. In most cases, you should leave the mask on for about 10 minutes before rinsing it with cool water and following with a cleanser.
Superfood Skincare
There have been several reports revealing the benefits of eating superfoods. Vegetables and fruits like leafy greens and acai berries provide the body with antioxidants that fight the aging process and prevent blemishes. In 2017, you’ll probably see lots of facial products that contain ingredients like kale, algae and moringa. These foods are made into oils or gels to clean the face, and vegetables like carrots and broccoli are also included in some face masks to clear the pores and brighten the complexion. Of course, eating the superfoods, along with drinking lots of water, can help to keep the skin looking its best as well.
These are just a few of the skin care tips that may prove helpful in 2017. These tips work pretty well on their own, but can also serve as a supplement to the skin care routine provided by your dermatologist to keep your complexion healthy, even and blemish-free.
