How to keep your Skin Clear
I was at Wally World today and the cashier kept looking up at me while she was scanning my items. This lead me to think that I might have something on my face.
Well it turns out I did.
I had clear skin!
The cashier kept telling me she was sorry she kept staring at me but she was just amazed by my skin. She said it was very clear and she had never seen an adult with such clear skin. She also wished her skin looked like mine.
I just started to blush and stammered out a “Thank you” and let her finish up with my groceries.
If you ever thought about getting different types of skin treatment like wrinkle treatment< or other kinds of treatments like acne treatment, there are many places you can go to get this type of treatment done. Many people these days get laser hair removal and other different skin treatments for themselves.
This got me thinking about the number of people who compliment me on my skin and are always asking me what I do to keep it so clear.The first thing I must say is that I have good skin genes. My mother has clear skin and so does my father. I guess I was just lucky that way.
The second thing is that I drink a lot of water. No make that A LOT of water. I bought a water filter like this one in the refrigerator and I drink water all day long while I am at home. I usually have water with my meals instead of juice or soda just because it is healthier. If I do end up having juice or soda when I eat I will still drink a glass of water afterwards.
I keep a bottle of water by my bedside and drink it all during the night. I guess that also explains why I have to get up to go to the bathroom so often at night…..but that is another story. I bring bottled water to work with me and sip on it all during the day.
One thing I do is that I use Oil of Olay moisturizer on my face EVERY day. I put it on in the morning just before I leave for the day so it has a chance to work on my face as soon as I step out of the door. It has SPF 15 so that is an additional benefit. I started using Oil Of Olay moisturizer when I was very young because I saw my mother using it. Now I am in my twenties and all my friends ask why I use that because they think it is for older women. I just like the smell and feel of it and it is the one thing with SPF that does not make me break out. Then some other people tell me that I do not need the SPF because of my skin color. Oh boy! That one makes me laugh. Everyone needs SPF!!!!!
In order to keep my skin nice and clear I take vitamins. Well that is not the REAL reason I take vitamins. I take vitamins because I have always taken vitamins. My mother is a nurse and always had my brother and me taking vitamins and nutritional supplements. Now I have gotten to the point where I do not feel right if I do not take a Centrum. I buy the big bottle so that I always have it on hand. If I am going to spend the night away from home I try to carry one in a tissue (or take the whole bottle if possible) so that I can have my vitamins. I get a lot of jokes from my friends about this…..but hey it is my health.
I use the Clean and Clear line of products to clean my face. I have sensitive skin so I use only the ones that say for sensitive skin. I use the face wash about three times a week to deep clean my face. The rest of the time I just wash my face with plain water. Yes that’s right, just plain water.
Then I use the astringent on my face to get the last traces of whatever was left behind. I just swipe once over my whole face and I am done.
I really love the moisturizer here because it honestly works so well. I will put it on at night if I see a pimple and when I get up the next morning the pimple is gone! This also leaves my entire face feeling really soft and smooth when I rinse it off. I use the Clean and Clear products at night only, just before I go to bed.
I also use Biore nose strips because I get those little whiteheads on my nose. I use these maybe twice a week to clear out my pores so that I do not end up with blackheads on my nose. These little strips are such a blessing!!!!!
The last thing I do to keep my skin clear is I do not wear makeup. I firmly believe that makeup clogs up your pores and just makes your skin bad. I wear lip gloss and that is it. One of the benefits of wearing lip gloss and lipstick is that your lips get protection from the sun so it will benefit me in the long run when I am much older. I also do not touch my face unless it is necessary. That means I touch my face to wash it etc. but I do not just keep playing with my face because you know how many germs live on your hands.
So there you have it folks. This is what I do to keep my skin clear and blemish free.
I drink a lot of water
I use Clean and Clear
I use Oil of Olay
I use Biore nose strips
I take vitamins
I do not wear makeup
What do YOU do to keep your skin healthy and looking nice?
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I take Omega Oils, wash it with olive oil soap and a fine facial brush every morning, and pat it with apple cider vinegar fresh out of the shower.
And I don’t use foundation
Clear skin!
yeah for us…the no foundation girls!
I take fish oils sometimes but not daily like I take centrum. That reminds me I need to go get some fish oil.
There isnt enough info on the internet for guys with bad skin genes.. serious…
I have clear skin i take vitamins and also use proactive it works great for my skin but some people just have diffrents sking and also drink 8 cups of water a day
@ Havi:
I use Clean and Clear stuff for my skin. The one thing I found with the people I know who use Proactive is that once they stop using it for more than two days their skin went back to being bad. Ouch!
Wow @ no makeup.
I’ve tried, but I just can’t do it. I’m Italian, and have the token dark circles under my eyes. Combined with olive skin, the no-makeup effect is pretty hideous.
I have decided to try getting into mineral makeup though. Right now I only use creme (not liquid) foundation to cover the circles and the occasional pimple/scar.
One of my all time favorite products is St. Ives peach scrub. Of course, I buy the medicated one, but oh my does it make my skin soft! I know, it’s not good to scrub too much, but when my skin gets that “thick” feeling, I use a little of this stuff in the shower and I’m good to go.
Why can’t they come up with something that really works on the under eye area though? I’m 31 and starting to see wrinkles there too… sucks getting old!
@ Lara:
I like the St. Ive’s apricot scrub too. I used it a few times and it feels very good.
Great advice BUT not good for oily . Everyone is different people break out due to hormones or stress. Sometimes from the dirt on your hand that makes contact with your face. I use Vegan make up NO foundation…..ever!
It is totally untrue that foundation makes your skin look bad. I cant believe people still think that its true in 2008!! Im in my mid 20s and I have very clear skin, and ive been wearing foundation for years (just on nose, chin and forehead) because it evens out my skin tone and makes my skin flawless. Nowadays there are AMAZING foundations that look SO natural (people are always suprised when i tell them i wear foundation) and i NEVER broke out because of it. I have many friends that also wear foundation everyday and they have super clear skin!! In fact foundation protects your skin from wind, pollution, etc. As long as you clean your face well everynight night, go ahead and wear foundation and blush and watever makes u happy
Its just too bad that people still think MAKEUP = BAD SKIN. Oh well. Oh and my skin is very sensitive too, all I use is CETAPHIL GENTLE SKIN CLEANSER an the Cetaphil moisturizer. Amazing products.
But i agreee with you, water really helps too
Take care!
i have tried all that and none of it sees to work, it may be my makeup. But i buy high top fashion makeup, nothign cheap. and i must say right now the best thign is proactive.
I would say the water is a must even if you dont notice your skin getting clearer…you probably just need different products on your skin but the water will top it off to give your skin that extra umph it needs to stay clear. I HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend retin-A topical treatment because I used to have the worst acne. I tried everything for years differing, proactive, clean and clear oil control, neutrogena line, phisoderm, nothing worked for me. it’s a really strong cream and it generally comes in a micro pump. I think it’s called retin-a micro pump. Ask your dermatologist for a bottle. Use a facewash with salicylic acid in it and/or benzoyl peroxide along with it to help keep it clear…i use neutrogena skin clearing makeup along with neutrogena redness soothing cream cleanser and retin-a micro pump and it really does wonders on my skin. the only con is that the retin-a takes about 3 to 5 months to actually work. you literally wont see any real result until the middle of the 2nd or 3rd month but i promise you it is totally worth it! i got mine in october and it didnt work until january but my skin is clearer than it’s ever been in my life. a bonus is that the retin-a also helps get rid of scarring over time and it generally doesnt make your face oily after you apply it. i use it on my chest and back too and i have no pimples! good luck! i hope this helps!
@ Sam
Sorry that none of my tips work for you. It is good that the Proactive works for you….the one thing I saw with people who use it was that when they stopped their face got worse.
i totallly agreed with you good old water and the least expensive and definitly no make- up natural beauty personlly for me make-up destroys our natural skin
I do drink a lot of water and clear my face.
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I agree that all people will have different comments for this simply because everyones skin is different. I think keeping your hands off your face, and drinking lots of water is the best tip. And for those that can’t find a way to keep there face clean, keep trying different products and you’ll find it.
Mostiurizer is a boost too because your face gets dry quick.
Thanks For The Tips
Hi, there. Found your blog toolin’ ’round the net on lunch. Here’s my favorite scrub: I mix a little bit of water with baking soda and scrub. Seriously, it’s awesome. I’ve stopped buying expensive scrubs and stuff like that. In the morning, I don’t wash my face but I do use the scrub most days and so far, so good.
It’s called………….”good genes”
When I don’t take fish oil and centrem and mostiser I have a real problem with pimples and my face goes all dirty and distusing
i need my skin to look good asap
I use plain soap like ivory. First I would splash my face with warm water as warm as I can take it. I would make a lather of ivory soap in my hands and massage into my skin. I would wait until the soap gets dry and tight. Then I would take a facial clothe wet it with warm water and add soap apply it to my soap dried face in circles. Rinse with hot water and then with cold. Drink plenty of water for this is so true for clear skin.
Good tips for skin clear. Drink lot of water is best way of skin clear. Thanks for information.
I need to try this out I have a small breakout of one or two every 3 weeks or so.
These are some great tips about having clear skin. I think a lot of people don’t realize that you need to take vitamins as well to have clear skin, thanks.
water is absolutely the key. Silica tablets are also great. I highly recommend them for clear skin.
i have hair on my face and very stresed abt that kindly give me tips abt that and i also want a healthy skin
I love Oil of Olay! It is the best stuff! Now I need to drink lots more water instead of soda!
First of all is good to know your skin type, it is very important for appropriate treatment.
The key to leave your skin clean and beautiful is the proper cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. The use of a good face scrub once a week also is very good.
thanks for info. I have a very bad a sensitive skin, it is oily with alot of acnes, Plz tell me some tips to have a clear and soft skin. because i wanna marry these days and can tolerate to have such skin, thank you.
Thanks for your post. I’ll likely post a link to your article from my blog.
Great list, with one exception. I have never found Biore pore strips to work. Maybe it is just my skin type, but for me they’re just a waste of money. Too bad, because some of my friends swear by them for removing small blackheads and whiteheads on the nose.
I would add: “Don’t eat greasy pizza and other greasers”. That, a big of oil-free soap, a little bit of effort, and you’re in business.
You are probably seeing a lot of new vitamin C beauty products hit the shelves of drug stores and department stores. Unfortunately, vitamin C oxidizes very rapidly in these products and you may not be getting the benefit of the vitamin C by purchasing these rather expensive creams and serums.
I get have really clear skin too!! I just wash my face with the Pink Grapefruit wash (Neutrogena) and use OLAY misturizer day and night. I don’t drink pop, i gave it up years ago and it really helps with keeping you skin clear. I drink water with every meal, have a glass of water at my bedside, and always have a full water bottle with me. I also eat A LOT of veggies and fruits, and don’t eat fast food because of all the grease and fat. I don’t wear much make up either cuz I feel like it just cause more acne when it clogs your pores… so i just wear mascara and the occasional eyeliner. Last, I was my sheets and blankets EVERY WEEK, esp. my pillow cases!! You don’t want all that dirt and stuff cloging up your pores!! oh ya.. i don’t touch my face cuz of all the icky germs!! lol..
Im trying to find a way to clear my skin and im still in my teens and absolutely nothing is working for me. Ive tried products like Proactive and medicine from dermatologists and still my skin will not clear. Ive tried going to school without makeup to give my skin a break but i got teased so much i ended up crying and never wanting to go to school again. Im not sure what to do now. I wear makeup to try and cover it up but it just doesnt cut it for me. What should i do? Comments would be much appreciated (:
useful tips to keep skin bright and clear
Nice article and helpful tips!
Besides the things you’ve mentioned I’d like to put the facial mask. I prefer those that are natural ingredients based. Once a month it makes your skin rejoice!
As for the neck line, the shoulders and the hips I use a peeling that I really love: put 1 spoonful each ground coffee and salt and 5 spoonfuls of olive oil. Mix them together and gently scrub your skin. Rinse well after 5 minutes.
Like you, I am among the lucky ones with good skin genes, so you can’t read age on my face.
Thanks for the tips. I have just recently started putting on spf daily and it really has helped my skin.
I have been using this product cf95g I bought it from ebay It is pretty cool , It is a scrub but it has kept my skin clear now for months!! I love it!!
Do you ever use cetaphil? I have started using it and It has helped a lot!
1)drinking plenty of water really work to ur skin , hair aswell whole body..
2) give more importance to ur food .. dont eat fry food..
3) applying lemon on the face may work as it really work in my freind face..
4) eat more vegetable and fruits..
5) dont use too much makeup and cream..
Love these, Michelle! Lemon helps me too, and sometimes I mix it with some honey.
I love this because its very simple and pretty straight forward. No need to buy expensive creams and lotions! I do wear make up every day, but I use mineral make up and very little of it, and it does not clog my pores at all.