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Why Your Skin Needs a ShrinkYour skin issues aren't actually just skin deep. The good news: You can think your way to better skin |
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Day one: Simplify. Wechsler suggests you pare down your skin routine, only relying on cleanser, moisturizer, SPF, spot treatment and a twice-weekly exfoliator. Start a sleep routine that includes swearing off all caffeine four to six hours before bed, turning off electronics one hour before bed and keeping your bedroom dark and quiet. Finally, get into the habit of washing your sheets and pillowcases once a week -- it will cut down on acne-causing bacteria.
Day two: Relax. Spend time with friends, get a massage or have sex. Set aside five minutes daily for a deep-breathing exercise.
Day three: Go green. Wechsler suggests you get outside for at least 20 minutes each day. Leave your iPod behind and take in your surroundings instead.
Day four: Eat clean. Avoid fast food, fried food and anything processed. Keeping your blood sugar stable can maintain a low stress level.
Day five: Make a move. Schedule at least 30 minutes of exercise. In one study, researchers found that six months of strength training actually reversed aging on a cellular level in participants 65 and older.
Day six: Foster friendships. Plan a dinner with friends and family. Spending time with loved ones is therapeutic and proven to lower stress levels.
Day seven: Learn to meditate.
Day eight: Sleep in or nap. "Naps have been shown scientifically to benefit almost every aspect of human wellness, from the physical rewards of lowering your risk of heart disease and repairing cells to the more obvious ones of lifting your mood and stamina, knocking down stress and making you more productive," says Wechsler.
Day nine: Reflect. Ask yourself how you can keep up all of the good habits you've been forming.
