Tips to keep your skin moisturised and glowing

YOUR face is exposed to the elements all day long. This means sun, dirt and other hazards that cause wrinkles and pimples. For smooth skin, follow these simple tips.

Start and end the day by chugging water

As more than half of our bodies are made up of water, the whole system begins to falter when we become dehydrated. Coffee and tea contain water but it’s not the same as plain water.

Make sure your system is properly charged by starting and ending every day with a hot or cold glass of water.

Don’t exfoliate too often

When you’ve been stuck in a traffic jam and you’re feeling a bit grubby, it’s natural to reach for that lovely creamy wash with cleaning grains.

However, if you do this every day, you will run the risk of irritating your skin. Keep the grains to once or twice a week, and use a gentler cleanser the rest of the week.

Have tuna for lunch

This fish contains essential fatty acids, which is excellent for reducing inflammation that spurs fine lines and redness.

Avoid soaking your tuna in mayo.

A good mix is lots of lettuce, fresh tomato, bell pepper, crunchy onion and a drizzle of dressing – or raspberry vinaigrette if you prefer a sweet touch.

Moisturise morning and night

Stress, pollution and other factors dry out skin.

Just after you’ve had your morning and evening shower is a perfect time to apply the moisturiser.

Put some on your face, and while it’s soaking in, do the rest of your body.

Pay special attention to your neck, elbows and ankles as these exposed parts are the first to become scaly.