subject: Skin Care For Teenagers-basic Tips For Keeping It Clean [print this page] Most people, especially teenagers are not aware that the largest organ found in the human body is the skin. Many people neglect it or do not use the appropriate products on it to keep it looking firm and full of health. During the teenage years many individuals suffer from an excessive amount of oil on their faces and the dreaded blemishes in the form of pimples and blackheads.
It is important that you figure out what your skin type is right now and start taking care of it a top priority. The reason for this is because wrinkles are in your future and therefore taking care now can help prevent and delay many of the skin problems that can plague you once you get older.
The first rule of basic care for those under 20 is to give up baking in the sun and avoid the harmful UVA/UVA rays. If you need to go out in the sun, wear sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses. It is the sunburns you receive before the age of 18 that can do you the most damage in your later years. The scary thing about the sun is that once the damage is done it cannot be reversed. Protect your body!
The three main types are oily, dry and combination. Once you have determined (or someone else has helped you determine) what type of skin you have, purchase products that are designed for you. You then need to get into the habit of regular care by doing it faithfully twice a day. A daily regimen includes cleansing your derma, as well as toning and moisturizing it. It is also a good idea to use a face mask once a week to deep clean your pores and an exfoliator such as a facial scrub. Just make sure you are gentle with your face. Scrubbing too hard could lead to break ups which are no fun if you are prone to blemishes.
Speaking of blemishes, if you have oily skin and have pimples popping up more often than not then choose customized products that can address your special needs. Buy spot treatments that contain ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid and include them in your daily routine. When applied directly these treatments will dry out the zit and encourage it to heal as quickly as possible.
What you do on the inside reflects on the outside. This means make good nutrition an important aspect of your life. Forget the sodas, potato chips, greasy burgers and fries and reach for an abundance of fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, lean meats, seafood and dairy products that are low in fat. Starting good eating habits now can set you up for a lifetime of healthy eating which will do you a world of good!
by: Abigail Aaronson
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