From being locked down for almost three months and the frustrating news every time we turn on the TV or scan through our Facebook accounts, these are just some of the stressors and anxiety buttons that we have been dealing with since the pandemic. And all these took toll on our skin and our lack of access to our favorite skin-care clinics for our regular beauty regimens made the situation worse.
Before our skin condition gets more terrible, let’s start addressing it since general community quarantine is already in effect and we need to be presentable as we go back to our jobs and practice the new normal. Though there are plenty of information in the Internet about home skin-care remedies, it is also important to know what we are “feeding” our skin to guarantee that it is getting the nutrients it needs to keep it healthy and glowing.
Diwatang Maria founder Ma. Concepcion Macalintal shared with Health&Fitness in an interview some skin-care tips.
1. Know your skin. Before jumping into any beauty routine, it is necessary to know your skin type. Each skin type has different needs and not everything we put on or use for our skin is good for us.
2. Clean according to your skin type. People with normal skin usually are not worried about the products they use on their faces and for those who have sensitive skin cannot just use anything, but according to Macalintal, gentle soaps or facial foams are best for all skin types. “For oily or sensitive skin, it is good to use lukewarm water when cleansing the face and just pat dry with a clean towel, never rub the towel on your face.”
She added to avoid soaps that contain alcohol, paraben, or toxic ingredients. “Look for ingredients like, shea butter, oats, or aloe, these are known for calming effects on our skin.”
3. Moisturize. As we age, our skin loses its elasticity and moisturizing can help the skin to stay supple and hydrated. “Look for moisturizers that are best for your skin types. Moisturizing the skin is better done while you are still young to young,”
4. Sunscreen is a must. The harmful UV rays from the sun can cause the skin to age rapidly and wearing sunscreen all the time will delay the signs of aging.
5. Feed your skin. Medical studies have shown that the food we eat affects our complexion and by choosing the right diet and food that contains necessary nutrients for healthy skin will surely reflect on you complexion. Here are some of the foods that are healthy for the skin.
Cocoa—Rich in antioxidants and can help hydrate the skin. It also improves circulation.
Oats—Aside from the rich fiber it provides, which helps our digestive system, oats can soothe irritation and itching. According to Lisa Drayer, MA, RD, author of The Beauty Diet, oats prompt the body to produce insulin and increase the production of hormones known as androgens. “Elevated androgens cause sebaceous glands in the skin to secrete more oil that gets trapped inside pores, causing pimples.”
Carrots—Rich in vitamin A and known for its good effects on skin. A study done in the United Kingdom in 2011 showed that people who eat more carrots have more glowing skin.
Eggs—A single egg is packed with proteins and it has selenium that is a powerful antioxidant.
Papaya—We all love papaya because it is well known for its enzymes that can whiten the skin but this fruit is also rich in vitamin A and rich in fiber.
6. Use nontoxic skin-care products. The No. 1 enemy of our skin is the chemicals we unknowingly apply on our faces, arms, legs and body. “This is what makes Diwatang Maria, a good choice. Diwatang Maria soap variants clearly show the ingredients they contain. We sometimes overlooked the labels of the products we are using because we heard from our friends or family members that a certain beauty product was effective. I think one of the best ways to address our skin problems is to be aware of the things we use.” Macalintal stressed.
Diwatang Maria is a proud Filipino brand, which uses premium natural ingredients to ensure efficacy and safety. It has three variants—Diwatang Maria Sinukuan with colloidal oatmeal, kernels, coconut oil, aloe vera, glutathione and kojic acid; Diwatang Maria Makiling with papaya enzymes, coconut oil, kojic acid and aloe vera; Diwatang Maria Cacao with colloidal oatmeal, kernels, shea butter and aloe vera.
Diwatang Maria also supports other Filipino independent brands that are helping fight the social and economic crises caused by the pandemic through initiatives and efforts. “We are part of Lift Lokal. Through this new online platform, you get access to the latest discounts and deals from countless Filipino independent brands, support jobs through your purchases, and promote causes that keep us safe from Covid-19. This is a call to save our economy and to leave no one behind as we battle this crisis,” Macalintal added.
Diwatang Maria is available at Lazada and Shopee. For more information check https://www.facebook.com/diwatangmariaph/.
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