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3 Steps You Should Be Following Every Night For Visibly Younger-Looking Skin

August 24, 2021 by Robyn Turk
shefinds | Beauty
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No matter your age, it is never too early to think about anti-aging skincare. Aiming for younger-looking skin is not just about reversing the signs of aging – it’s also about preventing them.

Everyone’s skin eventually starts to display wrinkles, fine lines and dark spots because collagen and elasticity dwindles as we age. The main steps to preventing these flaws is to reintroduce moisture to the skin, so keeping your skin looking young also helps keep your skin feeling healthy.

And it doesn’t take a lot of work to keep your skin healthy! While there are many multi-step skincare routines that many people prefer, there are really just three basic steps everyone should follow for a youthful, hydrated complexion.

3 Nighttime Beauty Steps For Younger-Looking Skin

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1. Wash Your Face With Cleanser

It might not seem like washing your face can prevent your skin from aging, but this is actually a very essential step. Cleanser removes excess oil, micropollutants and dirt from your face, keeping your skin safe from the damage that leads to aging.

You should look for a gentle cleanser that will effectively clean your pores without drying out the skin, and supplement this with an exfoliating wash twice a week for a deeper clean.

 

2. Use A Hydrating Face Cream

Similarly to cleansing, many people don't realize the importance of moisturizer when trying to keep your skin looking young. Delivering moisture to the skin helps equip it to repair itself from damages.

Use a face cream with hydrating and rejuvenating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and peptides for best results.

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3. Sleep On A Silk Pillowcase

It might seem like an overly simple step, but sleeping on a silk pillowcase can do a lot for your skin - even if it doesn't seem possible. The soft surface helps to reduce friction and tugging that can crease the skin over time. Plus, this smooth surface is less likely to absorb moisture from the skin compared to a traditional cotton pillowcase, so it can help keep your skin hydrated.

Plus, silk pillowcases are not expensive! You can find a good option for less than $10 on Amazon. Here is where to shop.

Author:

Robyn Turk is a style and beauty writer, contributing to the SheFinds team. Her work has appeared in StyleCaster, Business Insider, Refinery29, DailyMail and others.

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