Whether your skin looks dull and dry, constantly breaks out in acne, or just doesn’t look its best, you may be wondering what the cause is. If your skin doesn’t look or feel as healthy as it could do, then it’s important to look into why that is. The skin is the body’s largest organ, which is why it’s so important that you know how to keep it healthy and happy.
A lot of men make the mistake of thinking that skin care is something that’s more important for women because there are a lot more products aimed at the female market. However, that’s not the case – both men and women alike need to take care of their skin. So, if your skin isn’t looking as good as it could do, now’s the time to fix that.
In order to do that, you need to determine the cause of the problem, which is why we’ve put together a list of the three most common reasons skin becomes unhealthy, to give you an idea of where you’re going wrong.
You don’t have a skincare routine in place
One of the most common causes of unhealthy skin is an incredibly simple one – you don’t have a skincare routine in place. The fact is that to stay healthy, your skin needs to be taken care of. This means cleansing your face twice a day to remove dirt and bacteria – this helps to prevent acne and blackheads. It also means exfoliating once or twice a week to remove any dead or dry skin cells – this helps to keep your skin looking healthy. It’s also important to moisturize at least once a day to help keep the skin hydrated and slow the aging process. A skin care routine isn’t hard to get into; it’s just a case of being willing to make the effort.
You smoke
We all know that smoking damages our lungs, but that’s not all it does. The fact is that smoking damages your looks as well as your lungs by causing unhealthy skin and making you more prone to premature aging. That’s right, people who smoke are twice as likely to have visible lines on their face at a younger age than non-smokers. Then there’s the fact that the nicotine from cigarettes turns the skin yellow. Studies have also shown that people who smoke are twice as likely to develop adult acne – that’s right, smoking can cause spots. So, if you want healthy skin, you need to quit smoking once and for all. To make the process a little easier, consider swapping to vaping. You can still get that nicotine hit but without all those nasty chemicals and skin-damaging smoke.
You’re eating the wrong foods
Did you know that what you eat can have an impact on your skin? If you fail to follow a healthy diet, it will show up on your skin. Foods that are packed full of sugar, salt and all sorts of preservatives and additives cause your skin to breakout. Foods high in processed sugar can also cause your skin to be more prone to premature aging. So it pays to follow a healthy diet made up of clean, unprocessed foods. Not only will your skin look better for it, but you’ll feel better in yourself too.
Hopefully, the above list has helped you determine what the issue is that’s causing your skin to look a mess. If after a few weeks of making changes you see no difference to the health of your skin, it could be worth making an appointment to see a dermatologist.