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In some circumstances you can calm your eczema symptoms by making small amendments to your diet?
Change your diet to help control eczemaOne of the many unlikely benefits being seen by some of us, as lockdown takes hold, is an increase in the amount time we have to take care of our skin! If you often neglect your skincare routine, now may be a good time to revisit it, or even include some new, exciting techniques! In today's blog, I discuss some unique methods you can use to keep your skin healthy, and give advice on incorporating these into your daily routine.
Many people incorporate a skincare routine into their daily schedule, often by applying creams and lotions, or by washing their face thoroughly. However, there are many other interesting techniques you can use as well as these, such as:
Read on to find out more about these techniques, and learn how to carry them out easily and effectively.
If you're looking for a skincare method that is not only beneficial for the appearance of skin, but also has added health benefits, skin brushing may be the thing for you!
Skin brushing involves a daily body massage with a dry, stiff-bristled brush. This only takes around 5 minutes and helps to remove dead, dry, and flaky skin cells from the body, exfoliating the skin to give you a fresh feeling.
In addition to this, skin brushing is thought to help the body detoxify by increasing blood circulation and promoting lymphatic flow. The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that helps get rid of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials from the body. It does this by transporting toxins in lymphatic fluid to lymph nodes, where toxins can be dismantled.
As you brush your skin, lymph fluid is able to move around the body, where it collects all the unwanted material, thereby helping to detoxify the body and playing an important role in immunity.
Dry brushing also helps to unclog pores, and may stimulate the nervous system, which can make you feel invigorated and revitalised.
How do I do it?
It is important to note that you should not go over the same area of skin for too long, as this can break the skin and cause irritation or bleeding. In addition, never brush over skin that is broken (e.g. cuts, scrapes, burns including sunburn, sores) or where there are areas of infection, redness or general irritation.
Massages can not only help you relax and reduce stress; they can also help improve the appearance of skin.
Facial massages increase circulation to your facial tissue, which can help skin to look brighter and more youthful. They can also help to lift and firm the skin, which may reduce puffiness and the appearance of wrinkles.
One type of facial massage which is known for its potential to enhance the appearance of skin, is the Japanese facial massage. This type of massage promotes microcirculation, which increases blood flow to vessels in the face that can build up with waste products, resulting in dull skin and fine lines.
In addition, it can also stimulate the movement of lymph fluid, helping to detoxify the skin. So, this type of massage not only refreshes blood cells and helps to remove waste, it can also leave you feeling highly refreshed and can be achieved in around 2 minutes!
How do I do it?
Firstly, rub your hands together to warm them, then repeat each step below around 3-5 times:
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Facial exercises, commonly known as face yoga or face gym, can be a great way of firming, tightening and even slimming the face; and they are so easy to do! It is thought that repeating specific facial movements over time can boost circulation, lifting and tightening the skin.
In addition to this, facial exercises can help to strengthen muscles in the face, which may help to prevent sagging and promote a more youthful appearance. As facial aging is due in part to muscle loss, keeping these muscles strong can help to reduce the appearance of this.
With all types of exercise, if you want to see the results, you have to be committed to the regimen! It is suggested that practising face yoga for around 5-10 minutes every day could help you achieve that younger, tighter-looking skin.
It is thought that getting your facial muscles moving can wake up "sleeping" muscles in your face that you wouldn't usually use, improving tone; at the same time relaxing muscles that are overworked and which could cause wrinkles.
How do I do it?
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