3 Sustainable Skincare Practices That Will Make You Glow

While there are many beauty trends that have made an impact the last few years, there has been a steady push for more skincare trends to also become popular. Loving the skin you’re in and not always having to cover it up is what some consumers prefer for their lifestyle, and developing an effective skincare routine is the best place to start. However, if not considered, the single-use and non-biodegradable packaging that many skin careproducts use can have harmful effects on the planet.

If you’re looking to improve your complexion and get that glow from within while still being kind to the environment in the process, below are a few simple skincare habits to start practicing today.

​During a particularly bad breakout your instinct might be to over-cleanse and get rid of any excess dirt or oils from your pores. However, too much cleansing can strip the skin of its natural oils and cause even more breakouts or irritation. 

Instead, try rinsing your face with water in the morning and cleansing thoroughly at night. This will maintain a healthy amount of oil on your skin while still allowing you to remove all the grime after a long day. Less cleansing also means less product use, which is an easy way to be more eco-friendly!

​Even if you’re just splashing some water on your face in the morning, it’s still important that you apply a moisturizer to lock in your skin’s natural oils. Water, as well as other skincare products, can be dehydrating with consistent use, so be sure to use the right moisturizer with organically-sourced ingredients for your skin type.

​It’s no secret now that consistent sun exposure can lead to damaging effects on the skin. If you want to really glow this summer, then make sure you’re applying a sufficient SPF in the mornings and throughout the day to protect your skin from drying out from the sun’s rays.

However, it is also important to make sure that your daily sunscreen is thoroughly removed at the end of the day to avoid breakouts, so don’t forget to use some makeup remover and a reusable cotton round to take it all off before bed. 

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