5 habits of people with perfect skin

We all have that friend/colleague/relative who is blessed with ridiculously good skin that doesn’t require a skerrick of make-up. *Sigh*
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Before you curse the beauty gods for giving you pesky pimples and an oily t-zone, we’ve figured out the five things perfect-skinned women do for a naturally glowing, healthy-looking complexion.
You can thank us later!
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Habit #1: They wash their face religiously
Dirt, oil and make-up have a bad habit of cosying up in your skin and causing pesky issues like clogged pores, breakouts and the dreaded three o-clock oil slick. That’s why perfect-skinned people make cleansing their skin morning and night a top priority. If you’re not already doing this, start– just don’t wash your face more than twice a day as over-cleansing can strip your skin of its natural oils.
bh loves: Pelactiv Gentle Foaming Cleanser, ModelCo Cream Cleanser Gentle Daily Cleanser, Dermatonics Refreshing Foaming Gel Cleanser
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Habit #2: They exercise regularly
Studies show that girls who sweat it out often are rewarded with a clearer, more glowy complexion. Working up a sweat causes your pores to purge themselves of toxins that can cause pimples, and increases blood circulation to give your skin cells a healthy boost of oxygen. If that’s not enough motivation to hit the gym, exercise also reduces stress, which not only makes you feel a zillion times better, but can also help to keep skin issues under control. Time to lace up those runners!
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Habit #3: They slather on SPF
Next time you see someone with perfect skin, take a closer look (without coming off as creepy). Does she have any fine lines? Sun spots or freckles? Uneven skin tone? Probably not, and no doubt it’s because she’s got her sun protection sorted. SPF is her beauty BFF for shielding her skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays, and it’s not only in her day cream, but also in her foundation. But how is she so bronzed, you ask? That’s what spray tan is for!
bh loves: Olay Complete Defence Daily UV Moisturising Lotion SPF 30+, Paula’s Choice All Bases Covered Foundation SPF 25, Carmex ® lip balm Click Sticks™ with SPF15
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Habit #4: They nourish their insides
You won’t catch a perfect-skinned gal chowing down hot chips and sausage rolls for lunch every day. Nope, these girls are serious about their eating well to look and feel amazing, both inside and out. Enjoy skin-loving foods like nutrient- and antioxidant-rich tomatoes and berries, and healthy fats like salmon and avocado, and watch your skin glow!
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Habit #5: They don’t smoke
You’ve heard it before and we’ll say it again – smoking is harmful to your health and its effects show up on skin. Studies have proven that inhaling tobacco smoke decreases blood flow in the skin, which can damage the connective tissues and cells. So you can wave goodbye to supple skin and say hello to premature ageing, wrinkles and uneven skin tone, or just step away from the ciggies.
Habit #6: They supplement their diets
For many women, it can be hard to achieve the gut health necessary in order to support healthy skin, even when following a well-rounded diet. But beauties with perfect skin have a secret weapon: Skin care supplements. Formulated with skin-boosting ingredients such as herbs, vitamin E and collagen, these bad boys will bring you one step closer to a clear, glowing complexion.
bh loves: DMK EFA Ultra, Regul8 Digestive Tune-Up ($198 for three-step formulation, regul8.com.au/store-locator), Qsilica Pro Collagen Tablets
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180 Member Comments
Great advice here!
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I had a really nice smoothie for lunch banana, strawberries, blueberries, coconut water, yoghurt, ice and protein powder
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Great things I try and do every day, not so hard really
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i always find sunscreen feels gross on my skin and makes me look super oily :( can anyone recommend some good ones that arent to expensive?
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I don't eat salmon or any seafood I replace that with chia seed's or avocado yuck. Walking is my exercise that's good for the body. I agree having a good skincare routine in place is good for you & eating healthy with all the right foods. It look's to me I'm doing everything right :)
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I think its important to follow a skincare routine that has definitely helped me.
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Exercising is great but make sure you wash your face after if you have any makeup on
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Avocado and nuts are very good for your skin
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My skin is wonderful as far as wrinkles are concerned. The bane of my skin is Roseacea ...without that i would be one very happy lady.
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Some people legitimately have bad skin and its related to their lifestyle
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I am doing so many things wrong like no supplements and eating junk food...
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Great advice! Does chasing after your kids count as exercise? I definitely work up a sweat!
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Need more exercise for sure. Great tips BH
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If only these helps me. No matter what I do I end up with acne.
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All but last. No need to 'supplement' when one's diet is optimal
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I do most of these except the supplements. But I think genes does have a role in it also.
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All hormones...you know that monthly thing
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Yes to all of these, particularly SPF! Don't stinge on those!
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I don't think I've ever had "perfect" skin. I've suffered from teenage acne which has left scars. I also have age spots and uneven pigmentation. I should have started using SPF containing products earlier than I did. Anyhow, now I'm doing my best to slow down the signs of aging by investing in better quality skincare like those from L'Oreal Paris, Garnier and Nivea. I also have a couple of products from Olay. I do cleanse my face properly now with a skin cleanser instead of just soap and water. I also use SPF moisturisers regularly now. My skin will never be "perfect" but since using the L'Oreal Perfect Age Range, I've seen a marked improvement in the clarity of my skin. I do believe the patches of darker pigmentation aren't as obvious as they were before. I'm chuffed because the "Perfect Age" Range is giving me better results than the "Revitalift Laser x 3" Range that I was using before. I still use a face primer and/or foundation containing SPF on top of the "Perfect Age" products whenever I'm out in the sun.
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I do all the above and for a while I had amazing skin, but then in my mid 20s I was hit by adult acne and it resulted in some scarring, which I do not think is going away now :( So my skin is sadly far from perfect
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I wish I could do all bases like the article, but I do some of them really well, or none of them, or all of them if I can get the time and motivation! Water, good diet and right products for your skin type are the key.
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I do all of these. Nothing can change hormones though, nor genetics! So my skin is always a thing for me.
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I do most of these things but my skin is far from perfect.
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No smoking and no drinking! I do follow most of these rules, but slip up on the odd occasion. I wish that I had perfect skin!!!
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