The Ingredients You Need In Your Skincare Routine

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Your skincare routine will only be as good as the ingredients that feature in it. For instance, it isn’t always wise to create a routine that is built around harsh man-made ingredients. These can aggravate and irritate sensitive skin, which could have the opposite result to what you wanted to see. Not only that, though, but a lot of man-made ingredients that are used widely in skincare products aren’t always that good for the planet. For this reason, a lot of people are now turning to natural skin-care products and even looking into making their own DIY ones.

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There are so many great natural ingredients that you should be using on your skin. They can bring exceptional results and will make your skin a lot healthier and youthful looking. What’s more, you might even have some of these natural ingredients in your kitchen already!

 

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Here are some of the best ingredients that you need in your skincare routine.

Witch Hazel

Your mother or grandmother might have already told you about the wonders of witch hazel. That’s because it is a wonder ingredient that has been passed down through generations. If you use a cream that has high levels of witch hazel, then your skin will be able to balance oils better, and redness will also be reduced. Not only that, though, but you can use witch hazel oil as a toner that can quickly remove all traces of makeup. As this natural ingredient is very gentle on the skin, you don’t have to worry about it stripping the skin of any of its natural oils.

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Vitamin C

Vitamin C has many different benefits. For instance, getting plenty in your diet should help your immune system fend off the common cold. But did you know that it is also a big help to your skin too? That is because it protects the skin from damage from free radicals and it also promotes the synthesizing of collagen. This handy vitamin also has properties that reduce the appearance of wrinkles and scars, so you will also find it in many anti-wrinkle and anti-scar creams as well. In addition to getting plenty of it in your diet, you should also apply it directly onto your face. There is some research that suggests creams and lotions that contain high levels of vitamin C make the skin more prone to sun damage. So, be sure to also apply a daily SPF to your skin to prevent any burning.

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Turmeric

If you take a look at Sio turmeric face mask: the secret to glowing, radiant skin, you can read all about the benefits of turmeric on the skin. One of the main reasons so many women use this spice in their skincare is that it is really effective at battling acne and breakouts. It can also reduce the appearance of the dark circles that often develop around the eyes overnight. If you want to try to use more of this incredible spice in your skincare routine, you can make DIY facemasks with it.

Green Tea

Green tea will bring you many health benefits if you drink it often, but it will also do wonders for your skin if you apply it directly, too. In fact, there have been quite a few studies that show green tea can help to protect the skin against sun damage. It can also reduce any other forms of redness and inflammation that can develop for various reasons. Something else to be excited about is the fact that green tea can help to improve the skin’s elasticity. So, that means that you won’t have to worry so much about wrinkles and age lines! To get the most out of green tea in your skincare routine, try to find a daily skin cream that features it as an active ingredient. 

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Oats

If you already make a lot of your own face masks, then you will already have noticed that oats make a regular appearance in the recipes. These little oats are brilliant cleansers because they have high levels of saponin, which is a natural skin cleanser. They also work as a very gentle exfoliator. This is good news for anyone whose skin is so sensitive that it might be easily irritated by shop-bought exfoliators. As well as all that, there are a lot of proteins and lipids in oats which will help them moisturize the skin. Simply mix regular oatmeal into a homemade facemask to reap all of these incredible benefits.

Licorice

Not many people realize that licorice will be a great addition to their skincare routine, so you can think of this as our little secret! You should start adding a drop or two of licorice extract to your moisturizer or similar day cream so that your skin can take advantage of it. It will remove any hyper-pigmentation, such as acne, redness, and scars. Some people even swear that it can quickly remove the darker circles around the eyes. 

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Shea Butter

Shea butter has been used in skincare for centuries, so if you aren’t already using it, it really is something that you need to think about starting! It is one of the best natural ingredients for moisturizing the skin and can really reduce the amount of peeling and flaking that many people with a dry skin type experience. There are hundreds of different moisturizing products out there that contain shea butter, but you can always try making your own at home so that you can create a cream that is tailored exactly to your skin. You’ll find plenty of recipes online.

Tea Tree Oil

People who suffer from sensitive skin should consider adding a tea tree oil product into their daily skincare routine. It is a very effective ingredient in the fight against all kinds of breakouts, inflammation, and redness. In fact, you will often find that it is the main ingredient in most acne products. As well as all that, it is also anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and antimicrobial. If you don’t use this already, it really is worth adding it to your daily skincare routine as you will find there are so many benefits from it!

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Eucalyptus Oil

Eucalyptus oil is a very useful antiseptic. It is often used on the skin to help heal and soothe burns, cuts, and other small wounds. As well as all those, many young people use it to treat their acne and breakouts. It has even been proven to help relieve itching and soreness from insect bites and rashes. You’ll be able to find lots of eucalyptus oils and creams in many holistic and natural food shops.

Clay

Do you have trouble with oily skin? If so, then using skincare products with clay in could be the answer for you. It can extract excess oil and grease from the skin, leaving only the necessary oils behind that the skin needs to stay healthy. It will also smooth over the pores, leaving the skin super soft and smooth. It also has soothing qualities, so it can prevent irritation from breakouts and redness. You will find that a lot of cleansers now contain clay, and are perfect for use on all types of skin.

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Coconut Oil

If you want an all-natural moisturizer, then coconut oil is the one for you. You can apply it to your face and lips to leave them incredibly smooth. Its antibacterial properties will also remove any toxins and impurities from the skin too!

So, why not start adding these ingredients into your skincare routine?