5 Secrets to Beautiful Skin
1. Water
When you wake up, enjoy a tall glass of pure spring water. All of the biochemical changes in our bodies take place in the presence of water. To successfully get nutrients in and waste out, we need to be well hydrated. A dehydrated body promotes the development of aging, inflammatory compounds; resulting in puffiness, dry skin and loss of radiance.
2. Face Changing Foods
If your goal is firm, radiant, glowing skin, abundant energy, mental clarity and an overall sense of well-being, these foods are for you. Their unique combinations of healthy fats, high quality protein, probiotics and antioxidant rich carbohydrates help to fight against wrinkles, sagging and loss of tone
- Salmon, sardines, anchovies, herring, mackerel and other cold water fish
- Free-range hormone and antibiotic free poultry
- Eggs from free-range chickens
- Grass-fed, pasture-raised beef or lamb, naturally low in saturated fats
- Complex carbohydrates such as leafy greens, broccoli and oatmeal
- Healthy fats such as avocadoes, olives, extra virgin olive oil, nuts and seeds
- Fresh fruits such as berries, apples and cantaloupe
3. Scrub-Free
Cleanliness is the foundation of healthy, radiant skin, but don’t overdo it and strip skin of its natural pH balance. Choose cleaners rich in antioxidants such as vitamin C ester (VC) and Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA). These powerful nutrients thoroughly cleanse the skin of impurities without the dryness, redness or irritation caused by more aggressive cleansers. Skin feels and looks clean, soft, supple and radiant.
Avoid harsh scrubs and exfoliators, which can cause inflammation of the skin.
4. Sleep
Get enough sleep – at least seven hours. Adequate sleep will restore luminosity to the skin while improving tone and texture. When we do not get enough sleep, our eyes will appear puffy, bags and dark circles will appear under the eyes, and fine lines and an unhealthy pallor will greet us in the morning. During the waking hours, stress can play havoc with our skin; it is only during the hours of sleep that we can undo these harmful effects.
It is also during the precious hours of sleep that our cells rejuvenate, repairing damage of the previous day. In fact, one of the best-kept anti-aging secrets is a good night’s sleep.
5. Go Green
Enjoy a potent anti-aging “green” cocktail of young barley grass. This pure and powerful powerhouse removes toxins and pollutants while restoring cellular function. Green foods also fight free radical activity, reduce inflammation and support healthy blood flow to all organ systems, including the skin.
Enjoy a cup of green tea after your meal. There is a compound in green tea called theanine that acts as a natural mood elevator and promote feelings of well-being. Because green tea is rich in polyphenol antioxidants, it can help fight inflammation and age-accelerating free radicals, boost the body’s natural defenses, and exert anti-viral and anti-bacterial effects.
Do you have any of your own “secrets” to share?
Very, very beauty!!! Dear Dr. Perricone. It Try!!!!
I tried the 3-day facelift and followed it strickly…and I could definitly see a difference in my skin. My skin was more radiant, but still concerned about sagging skin and loss of elasticity. I am trying to eat health and exercise and now using some of your products. Need help with my sagging skin under my chin and my also my eyelids. Will my continued health eating and use of your products make a huge difference with sagging skin? I sure hope so.
I think acai berry taken internally does wonders for the skin
Almost forgot that another secret to beautiful skin is Astaxanthin. Works wonders as an internal sunscreen
Very interesting Astaxanthin as a sunscreen. I live in Colorado and apply sunscreen daily. Do you use a topical application or oral?
Thanks
I’m finding ways to keep my skin looking good on a budget. I’m a Real Estate Broker and real estate here in CT has “fallen off a cliff” as some say! I take flaxseed oil, ester C, use Dr. Perricone’s cleanser and maintain a healthy diet. It’s amazing what a good cleanser can do! Thanks!
I try to eat right and exercise still have the aging sagging skin tho less wrinkles that other women my age.What do we do for under chin and the neck?
Thank you for this post! I have been especially unhappy with the condition of my skin lately, and I will definitely implement this advice and see what happens.
Aerobic exercise – another important boost to more youthful, glowing skin – will help you sleep like a baby – as long as you finish your exercise routine at least 2 hours before bedtime!
I try getting enough sleep, but I still have dark circles underneath my eyes. Why?
Thank you Dr. P. I just can’t get myself to drink water. The sleep advice is right-on. The more sleep I get, the better my face looks.
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