by Author Name Withheld 216

Created on: February 18, 2008

Skin Is In: A guide to flawless skin

Achieving flawless, impeccable skin is not limited to the genetically gifted, rich and famous, or trained skin care experts. Research shows that even those suffering from severe problematic skin conditions are able to procure a cover-girl complexion by accurately determining their skin type and maintaining the proper skin care regimen. Unfortunately, with a booming beauty industry and an excess of products, consumers are investing in the next hot commodity and observing little to no results. This is primarily due to the average beauty shopper's incomprehension of the how the skin functions and little direction of which products are appropriate for their skin type. Bottom line, that same luxurious cream that stops the clock for a grandmother may not be compatible with the skin of a twenty-five year old. To set the record straight, here is a fundamental guide to help you achieve a flawless complexion, while knowing that those expensive products you pay for are going to, ultimately, "pay off."

1. Incorporate a healthy diet and cardio driven exercises.
The skin is the largest organ of the body and exists as a mere reflection of our inner health. Another words, consuming a diet with a high content of sugar and processed foods will only display signs of premature aging and a dull complexion. On the contrary, opting for a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean protein will help combat harmful toxins and, as a result, your skin will glow from the internal vitamins and antioxidants. Vitamins in the B group are essential for beautiful skin. This includes Vitamin B12, folic acid and biotin, which all improve dry skin, circulation and breakouts.

- Avoid beverages high in sugar and caffeine, such as, sodas, coffee, teas and alcohol.
- Avoid processed foods or foods high in starch and saturated fats.
- Drink a minimum of 8 glasses of water daily.
- Eat plenty of colorful fruits and dark green, leafy vegetables, such as spinach, broccoli and kale.
- Nourish skin with healthy fats and oils that are derived from raw, organic nuts, extra-virgin olive oil, flax-seed oils, and oily fish, such as salmon, tuna and haddock.
- Replenish energy from healthy carbohydrates found in whole-grain foods.
- Do not saut or fry foods, which cause trans-fats and deplete nutritional content.

Regular exercise will not only improve your overall appearance, but is known to be very beneficial to the skin. The goal is to break a sweat and keep the heart rate pumping above

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