Clear skin

There isn't a magic eraser that will instantaneously remove acne or smooth your skin outside. If you don't have chronic adult acne or a skin problem and want to know how to achieve clear skin without spending lots of money, there are some realistic steps you can take to help you get a glow skin and feel softer. We asked beauticians and dermatologists to provide their favorite skin-care methods and home treatments that are both quick and economical, as well as effective.

While they won't replace a good skin-care routine or provide the same long-term results as lasers or injectables, specialists believe they can make a difference regardless of your budget. Here are some tips you can use to achieve a clear skin, for free:

1. Treat your face to a massage

Do you have swollen eyes? It's no problem. You could certainly load up on eye cream... Alternatively, you could massage your undereyes with your fingertips. Press softly on the orbital bone with your ring fingers, moving from the inner to outer corners of your eyes and repeat two to three times. This not only improves circulation, but also helps to reduce inflammation and fine wrinkles. Massage your face all over to activate collagen and activate your skin-care products. Your most potent weapon is your hands. We really love this face exercise, which helps to strengthen facial muscles and improve circulation.

2. Always wash your face with cold water

If you're on a tight budget, however, wash your face with ice water. If your skin needs to be refreshed, it's always a good idea to rinse with cool water. Not only will the cold temperature help you feel more alert, but it will also help to minimize puffiness, tighten your skin, and reduce inflammation. When washing your face, always use chilled water rather than hot.

Not only does hot water deplete your face of its natural oils. It can also compromise your skin's barrier, cause dehydration, and exacerbate inflammatory conditions such as acne, rosacea, and melasma. Cool water washing will make your skin calm and reduce exacerbations of just about any skin disorders you're seeking to avoid.

3. Switch your pillowcase

Although we hate to add to your laundry list, keeping the pillows tidy is a leading beauty secret. Pillowcases can trap dirt, oil, and bacteria from your face, hair, and environment, creating an ideal setting for acne to thrive. To lessen the chance of breakouts, change your pillowcase at least weekly. Treat your surgical masks the same way, and switch them out as often as possible to avoid the formation of maskne. Use a silk pillowcase to protect your products from evaporating so you can be sure they're actually penetrating. These not only prevent wrinkles by preventing creases in your pillow, which means no long-term creasing on your skin, but they also make your hair shine.

4. Avoid sleeping on your back

We won't counsel you to get eight hours of sleep, which is perhaps the most well-known free skin-care tip; we assume you already know that. The orientation in which you rest is just as important as how much sleep you get. It does make a difference. After UV exposure, squishing your face into a pillow at night is the second most common source of wrinkles. It's like pressing wrinkles into the skin with an iron. Even pushing your cheek into a pillow can generate lines, so sleeping on your back is recommended.

5. Always use a gentle soap

Harsh soaps should be avoided at all costs. They can damage your skin by removing the natural oils that keep it hydrated. Any existing skin issues, such as acne or rosacea, can worsen or flare up when you use abrasive soaps. Replace a harsh cleanser with a gentler one.

6. Go make up free whenever possible 

If you don't mind going without makeup on most days, do so, especially if you're working at home due to COVID-19. Save your cosmetics for special occasions, and make sure you preserve your skin by applying an SPF every day.

7. Wash your hands regularly

From touching doorknobs, keyboards, and other surfaces, your hands are covered in bacteria. You introduce bacteria to your skin when you touch your face, which can lead to breakouts and some other skin problems. While you don't need to be prompted to wash your hands owing to covid, make sure you do so before touching your face, especially if you've spent the day inside. Alternatively, try to keep both hands completely away from your face.

8. Apply skin care directly on damp skin

Is it a simple swap? Applying your skin-care products on wet skin will help them absorb better. Our skin is normally wet and our blood vessels are vasodilated after washing with warm water. We boost the absorption and potency of our skincare products and other treatments by applying them at this time.

9. Use a DIY facemask

When it concerns exfoliating and blemish removal, avoid the DIY way and opt for professional-grade treatments. If you're looking for hydration, though, you can make a moisturizing mask in your own kitchen. Here is a terrific face pack for dry skin. It contains yogurt, which contains lactic acid and is anti-inflammatory, as well as avocado, which is beneficial to all skin types because of its high content of B vitamins and essential fats. For added hydration, add a pinch of honey. Similarly, there are various face packs for glowing skin and face packs for oily skin as well. Use whatever works the best for you.

Take Away 

It's critical to schedule time for self-care during the day, even if it's only for a few minutes. Working out, reading a book, or meditation are all good ways to de-stress and decompress.