Beauty comes from within, both literally and metaphorically. Taking a holistic approach to caring for your body and giving it what it needs to thrive will help enhance your natural beauty via simple science. In addition to taking care of the inside of your body, there are things you can do to keep the outside happy and healthy as well. Here are five secrets to eternal beauty.
1. Drink Lots Of Water
Never underestimate the integral role water plays in your body. As the human body is made up of mostly water, it makes sense that we would need it to survive. However, water not only plays a role in how our body functions, but also in how it looks.
Staying adequately hydrated keeps skin plump and healthy. Water improves skin elasticity, which offsets the signs of aging. Wrinkles, stretch marks, and dry papery skin don’t stand a chance against hydration. Furthermore, water plays a key role in digestion and weight management.
Aim for a minimum of eight glasses a day – more if you exercise regularly.
2. Start A Skincare Routine Early
It’s never too early or too late to start a skincare routine. The extra five to ten minutes each day makes a huge impact over a lifetime. The time you spend taking care of your skin also creates a lovely, quiet activity to calm down in the evening or get the morning started before the coffee kicks in.
While there will be some alterations based on your skin type, a general skincare routine includes cleansing, exfoliating, toning, and moisturising. Feel free to use anti-aging creams if you’re worried about fine lines. You can also try using bentonite clay to balance oily skin in addition to your regular routine. Regardless of which tools you use for your routine, remember the four foundational steps.
3. Nourish Your Body
In addition to the water you drink, the food you eat will also impact your appearance over time. Ensuring that you get a wide array of fruit and vegetables will give you the micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) you need to stay healthy. Your micronutrient intake impacts everything from how your hair grows to your eyesight to your nail strength.
Try to avoid processed foods whenever possible. Aim for eating well 80% of the time and making room for indulgences 20% of the time.
4. Do Things That Make You Happy
One of the best eternal beauty secrets is to smile often. However, you shouldn’t feel compelled to smile unless you’re happy and feel like it. As such, the fourth key to eternal beauty is doing things that make you happy.
Even on the worst days, there’s a bright spot worth celebrating. Work to create a positive mindset and make time every day for something you love.
5. Find Healthy Ways To Reduce Stress
Stress can wreak havoc on your system over time. In many ways, stress is a silent killer. While it’s not always possible to avoid stress, learning strong coping skills, and finding ways to mitigate the impact of stress is crucial for your health and well-being.
Practice some mindfulness techniques, like meditation, journaling, and yoga. Find a way to de-stress at the gym or while listening to loud music and dancing alone in your room. Create a bedtime routine that enables you to get enough rest and rejuvenation.
By incorporating these simple steps into your daily routine, you’ll feel beautiful inside and out. The real secret to eternal beauty is confidence, so get out there and shine.
*collaborative post
