1.Cleanse: Clean skin is beautiful skin. It's important to keep your skin cleansed of sweat, dirt, and oil to prevent clogged pores and a dull appearance. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser every morning and night, followed by a quick sweep with toner on a cotton pad. Also, wash your face after activities such as exercising, cleaning the house, gardening, or any other dirty or physically exerting activity, or one that requires the use of sunscreen.
2. Exfoliate: Does your skin seem dull? It could be the buildup of dead skin cells, sunscreen, makeup, or oils. Exfoliation, which is done with a mild scrub or by using a cream containing fruit acids, is a good way to get that glow back to the surface by revealing the fresh, new skin underneath. If you choose a scrub, try not to scrub too hard or your skin will look ruddy. Gentle pressure is all you need to help the scrubbing granules in an exfoliant do their work. If you use a fruit-acid cream or gel, don't overdo it. Follow the product instructions to prevent skin irritation.
3. Refresh: If you don't have time to wash your face, or just want to get rid of that "tired" look, use an astringent to refresh and clean your skin. Try witch hazel on a cotton pad. Or fill a spray bottle with one part alcohol to six parts water, and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil. Close your eyes and lightly spritz your face. You'll feel invigorated and your face will show it!
4. Moisturize: Keeping your skin moisturized is very important. Even if your skin is oilier than usual because of the summer heat and pregnancy hormones, you should use an oil-free moisturizer to replace the moisture that's stripped when you cleanse your face. Also, you'll need a moisturizer to even out your skin tone if you have "combination skin" -- skin that's oily in some parts and drier in others. Apply moisturizer to your face after each cleansing. Look for products that are hypoallergenic, because many skin types become very sensitive with the changes of pregnancy.
5. Protect: One of the most critical thing you can do to keep your skin healthy, younger looking, and evenly toned is to wear sunscreen every day. This is especially true when you're pregnant because your skin might be more sensitive and prone to burning. If you tend to have breakouts or skin irritations, look for oil-free or extra-gentle sunscreens especially formulated for facial skin.
6. Soothe: If you've overdone your exposure to the sun, soothe your skin with aloe vera gel or cocoa butter cream. These ingredients coat the skin with soothing moisture and are very gentle. Opt for fragrance-free formulations to minimize the possibility of further skin irritation.
7. Enhance: Just because you're minimizing sun exposure doesn't mean you can't get that sun-kissed look. Enhance your pregnancy glow with a shimmery bronzer -- a sheer cream or gel that's used like a foundation and easily washed off. Use a tester to select a shade that's just a bit darker than your natural skin tone. After evenly applying a light layer of bronzer, lightly dust some rosy blush on the apples of your cheeks, and you'll look like you've been having fun in the sun!
8. Eat nuts Snacking on a handful of almonds will give your skin some of the good fats it needs to remain clear and luminous. Nuts in general are high in vitamin B complex, which help with not only skin cell restoration but also hair growth and dry skin. It gives your skin a more youthful appearance and will in turn help fight the early signs of aging. So for your afternoon snack, try a handful of unsalted, natural almonds-just don’t go overboard because it’s easy to overindulge!
Here some people are talking about their experience!
"Wash your face when you get home and again when you wake up, but use cold water to wake up your face. Then, use Morning Glow moisturizer. No one ever knows I went out the night before!" --Rebecca Hess, 15, Linden, MI
"I drink two bottles of water before I go to bed. When I wake up, my skin is fresh and healthy." --Morgan S., 14, St. Louis, MO
"After removing your makeup, use a moisturizing lotion. Then, put a warm washcloth on your face for five minutes." --Haley Bilow, 16, San Jose, CA
"I wake up, wash my face, and drink a cup of coffee. Then I use a light tan powder as foundation, dab concealer around my eyes, and use mascara as my only eye makeup." --Lauren Hirsch, 14, Crystal River, FL
"I put concealer under my eyes to hide the bags and dark circles. Then, I use a dark sapphire-blue eyeliner because it makes my eyes seem brighter." --Leah Miller, 16, Corsica, SD
"If your eyes are puffy in the morning, try using something cold, like a refrigerated can of soda, and rest it on your eyes before applying makeup. It'll take down any swelling." --Charmaine Wu, 15, Coquitlam, BC, Canada
"After a really big party at night, I had to go to a wedding the next day. To look fresh, I applied lipgloss to my cheeks and eyelids for a dewy glow." --Vicky Pehling, 16, Minneapolis, MN
The last tip- Eat green vegetables: Try asparagus, spinach and broccoli; asparagus known as sootmuli and musli to Indians are loaded with a natural source of Vitamin E-an essential for healthy skin. Vitamin E builds muscle and tissue, therefore keeping skin firm and helping to prevent wrinkles. Vitamin E also helps restore skin cells, so if you have a damaged area (a scratch, sore or even a scar) eating foods with high vitamin E content may help reduce or heal the problem area faster.
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