We get it, sometimes coming in to get a facial or other skincare treatment isn’t as easy as you thought in today’s fast-paced world. But don’t fret- the good news is that even when you don’t necessarily have the time or money to invest in your skin, there are three foolproof ways you can fake perfect skin without dropping a ton of cash or committing to expensive treatments. And if you follow the tips below in addition to your skincare routine, you should definitely notice a difference on your skin. So either way, you win!
LIMIT SALT FOR RADIANCE
You’ve probably know by now that too much sodium is never a good thing- but do you know why it’s bad for your skin? When you eat too much salt, your body sucks out water from your skin in order to dilute it, leaving your skin dull. Radiant skin can be achieved by simply limiting, or going without salt all together, in your diet. But that doesn’t mean your food has to be tasteless- simply reach for tasty salt alternatives like Mrs. Dash to add that flavor without the salt to all your favorite meals! You should notice your skin looking much more vibrant by doing this simple switch!
GLYCOLIC ACID IS YOUR SKIN’S BEST FRIEND
Glycolic acid is a one-stop-shop for younger-looking skin because it tones, boosts radiance, reduces the appearance of pores, and stimulates collagen. It’s a powerful ingredient indeed, so you should make sure to include it in your skincare routine. We recommend using a cleanser with a 5-10% of Glycolic Acid every other day to keep skin clear of blackheads and fine lines, such as Image’s MD Reconstructive Facial Cleanser ($25). As with other powerful ingredients, make sure to slowly build up your skin’s tolerance to Glycolic Acid and to use a daily sunscreen everyday!
LESS MAKEUP, MORE ELASTIN
Wisdom is a great side effect of aging, but you know what’s not? The loss of elasticity in your pores! To make matters worse, wearing makeup can pack into pores and make them look even larger. So a simple trick you can do for better looking skin is to either (1) wear less makeup/no makeup; OR, (2) our preferred alternative, switch to a tinted moisturizer packed with good-for-your-skin ingredients like Image’s Prevention+ Daily Tinted Moisturizer SPF30 ($37).