Tips for healthy skin

 Gohara. For skin with brown spots or melasma, use a brightening wash, such as an alpha hydroxy acid cleanser."

1. Drinking chlorophyll also helps drain puffiness by stimulating the lymphatic system, so it's also good for cellulite."

If you're not keen on downing a shot of the stuff, chlorophyll supplements can be found at many drugstores and health food stores. Avoid lotions with heavy fragrances and make sure you find a moisturizer gentle enough for every day use with zero irritation.

2. To fight this, you should "choose a product that is pH neutral so it doesn't dry as it exfoliates." And don't just stop with your face — the skin on your body needs exfoliation, too.

3. You know the basics — drink plenty of water, get enough sleep, and wash your face, but what about everything in between? Luckily, there’s no need to shell out tons of cash on any magical procedures or expensive creams to achieve flawless skin.

We spoke with dermatologists and top beauty experts to put together a list of some of the best skincare tips. "Flax seeds on your salad or even walnuts will be an instant boost to your omega-3, thus increasing your skin's ability to hold onto moisture." And be sure to eat a diet low in foods with a high glycemic index (simple and complex carbohydrates).

4. She also advised drinking green juices with lots of veggies in them: "It will transform your skin in a matter of days — and it helps oxygenate the skin and stimulates lymphatic drainage, so it's de-puffing, too."

5. Avoid direct heat exposure.

Don't just watch out for the sun — getting too close to heaters and fireplaces can also wreak havoc on your skin. "For dry mature skin, use either a moisturizing glycolic or milky cleanser. "But the truth is that we need to protect our skin even when we're driving a car, flying in an airplane, or running errands. "It causes inflammation and collagen breakdown. "A lack of water means less radiance and more sag," says Dr. Debbie Palmer, a New York dermatologist. And, of course, drink around eight glasses of water a day.

6. "Drink a shot of chlorophyll every morning to brighten, oxygenate, and hydrate your skin. Lay the brushes on their side with the bristles hanging off the edge of the counter to dry.

7. Exfoliate a couple times per week.

"We lose 50 million skin cells a day, and without a little extra nudge, they may hang around leaving the skin looking sullen," says Dr. Ava Shamban, a dermatologist in Santa Monica. Wear sunscreen 365 days a year — rain or shine, indoors or out.

"Many people feel they only need to protect themselves on sunny days or when visiting the beach," says Dr. It doesn't just spread bacteria and cause breakouts — it can lead to scarring, an increase in wrinkles, and even the flu or other viruses.

8. There are also topical antioxidants, which are serums and creams that contain ingredients that nourish the skin (think vitamin C serum!).

"These can really help to repair the skin from sun damage," says Dr. Tzu says figuring out how to avoid touching your face is very important. Mona Gohara, a dermatologist in Connecticut. Hydrate inside and out.

Every skin expert we spoke to emphasized the importance of hydration. So next time you're roasting chestnuts or s'mores over an open fire, take a step back.

9. Don’t use too many products.

Layering on multiple skincare products all at once is a big no-no, says Dr. Vitamins should go on your skin, too.

A balanced diet is important, but there's more than one way to give your skin vitamins. Rinse the shampoo out and squeeze out the water with a towel. Don’t touch your face.

Dr. Julia Tzu, an NYC-based dermatologist. Palmer. Palmer. It can be harsh on the skin, resulting in more breakouts and clogged pores.

10. Clean your makeup brushes regularly.

To fight infection and clogged pores, Dr. She suggests choosing products (cleansing, moisturizing, and anti-aging) that have hydrating formulas. For brushes you use around your eyes, she recommends twice per month, and for any other brushes, once a month is fine.

Here's how: Put a drop of a mild shampoo into the palm of your hand. Maintain a healthy diet.

"Your skin has a natural barrier to retain moisture, and essential to that is omega-3 fatty acid," Joanna advises. Use the correct cleanser for your skin type.

"For oily or acne-prone skin, a salicylic gel or benzoyl peroxide wash works great," says Dr. I recommend staying at least ten feet away," explains Dr. Prystowsky recommends washing concealer and foundation brushes once a week. Moisturize both day and night.

"The best times to moisturize are right after you get out of the shower and right before you go to bed," explained Dr. Avoid getting the metal part of the brush wet/or the base of the brush hairs because the glue could soften and the bristles could fall out. Janet Prystowsky M.D., an NYC-based dermatologist. We all dream of flawless, glowing skin, but with new products constantly hitting the shelves and the seemingly endless skincare advice out there on the Internet, it's not always easy to figure out the skincare routine that's going to work best for you. It's the daily UV exposure that contributes to the visible signs of aging." What kind of sunscreen is best? Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a SPF of 30 or greater — and remember that it needs to be reapplied every 2 hours. From choosing the right cleanser for your skin type to the importance of cleaning your makeup brushes, these easy tricks — plus some top-tested product picks from the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab — will help guide you to glowing skin ASAP.

11. Get your greens.

Though it's tempting to grab a coffee the minute you wake up, Joanna Vargas, a skincare facialist in NYC, says choosing the right beverages can be a game changer. Not sure how to use them? The best time to apply them is right after cleansing so that your skin can soak them in, or they can be layered under your sunscreen for added protection.

12. Then, massage the bristles into your palm to distribute the shampoo into the brush. Wet the bristles with lukewarm water.