We’re already in the second half of the year and it looks like our life is not going back to what it was before the pandemic hit us. And during this time when we were all cooped up at home during the lockdown, we learnt to do many things on our own, including understanding our skin and giving it the pampering it needs. Of course, we had a lot of questions. Lucky for us, our reliable friend Google came to our rescue. And then we just got curious, ‘coz well, we are beauty-obsessed. We did a little digging and found out what people are searching for when it comes to skincare.
The Most Googled Skincare Question In 2020 (So Far)
We’ve answered the seven most-searched questions! Read on to find out if your question made it to the list.
What Happens To Your Skin When You Sleep?
Your skin undergoes plenty of changes and works overtime while you sleep—your blood flow increases, which helps repair your skin tissues. The body produces more collagen to help keep the skin firm, fresh and youthful and your skin becomes more receptive to skincare products at night. So, the next time someone makes fun of your beauty sleep, tell them these facts.
Is Caffeine Bad For Your Skin?
The effects of coffee on the skin has gotten mixed reviews, but before you decide to go cold turkey, here’s what you need to know. Many people believe that coffee causes breakouts—this is not entirely true. It’s how you take your coffee that could be the cause of acne. If you get breakouts, change the sweeteners or creams you add in your coffee. Invest in good quality coffee to avoid disrupting your gut flora. Research shows that caffeine can actually be good for your skin as it contains antioxidants that are anti-inflammatory and help fight free radicals.
What Happens To Your Skin When You Lose Weight?
Once you’ve accomplished your weight loss goal, the next dilemma is dealing with loose skin. When your skin gets stretched for a long period of time, the collagen and elastin fibres get damaged which makes it difficult for the skin to retract. But don’t lose hope, here are a few things you can do to improve your skin strength and elasticity.
-Eat foods that help boost collagen production in your body. Foods that are rich in protein like chicken, fish and bone broth, citrus fruits, leafy greens help create the building blocks you need for your skin.
-Use firming creams like the Pomegranate And Collagen Volume Lifting Cream by The Face Shop. Such creams are rich in collagen and elastin which help firm up and restore sagging skin.
-Engage in regular resistance-training exercises.
Does Drinking Water Help You Get Rid Of Acne?
H2O is the key ingredient that helps keep your skin and body hydrated. Drinking at least three litres of water every day can reduce signs of ageing, puffiness, and balances your pH levels and most importantly, water keeps acne at bay. That’s right, something so basic can work wonders for your skin. Along with water, you can also use the GLOW Iridescent Brightening Toner to balance your pH levels and enhance your skin’s natural radiance.
Does Smoking Damage Your Skin?
Apart from improving your overall health, ditching cigarettes can also enhance your beauty. Yes, you read that right! When you quit smoking, your skin regains its elasticity, your nails start to look healthier, and you can say goodbye to dull and tired-looking skin.
What Happens To Your Skin When You Sweat It Out?
The effects of sweating on the skin can be bittersweet. While it does purge the skin of bacteria, dirt, oils and impurities, if not cleaned properly, it can also lead to acne and other skin issues. To avoid these problems be sure to keep your body hydrated all the time, cleanse your skin thoroughly, wash your face after a workout and wear moisture-wicking clothes while working out.
What Happens To Your Skin When You Rub Ice On It?
You’ve probably read about your favourite celebs using ice on their faces before applying makeup, well, it’s for a good reason. Rubbing ice cubes on your skin can help reduce dark circles, clean pores, improve blood circulation, reduce inflamed pimples, eliminate puffiness and best of all, it makes a great pre-primer.
There you have it, the top skincare questions answered! So go on and give your skin the care it needs.
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