Clean, Exfoliate, Tone & Moisturize Your Way to Younger Looking Skin

1. Cleaning your skin
Would you attempt to paint a masterpiece on an oily, dirty piece of canvas? Of course not. But if your skin isn't properly cleansed, nothing you apply externally can achieve its maximum results, and your makeup will look less than alluring. If not properly cleansed over time, your pores will become larger, which makes skin much less attractive.

What to clean with? Use a gentle cleanser that suits your personal needs (acne-prone, oily, dry, etc.), and be especially gentle always around the eyes. Clean gently but thoroughly, and finish with a splash of cold water to close the pores. Dry your face by dabbing and blotting, never scrub your face (or hair) with a towel. Never, ever, ever use deodorant soap on your face. I personally recommend glycerin soap or unscented Dove.

2. Exfoliate Naturally
By removing dead skin cells, we make a huge step in fighting the signs of age. But you can do this with ingredients from your own kitchen! The most recommended items I've found are baking soda and oatmeal, but I find ordinary sugar much more effective.

After cleansing, while your face is still damp, pour raw, granulated sugar into the palm of your hand and apply to your face. If your skin is extremely dry, mix the sugar with olive oil first. Gently rub in a circular, upward and outward motion, avoiding the tender eye area. Once you've covered all the area (remember your neck and chest) let the sugar sit until it dissolves, or a few minutes. Since sugar is also an acid, you will get additional benefits from using it as a 'mask.'

All things in moderation; Do NOT do this everyday, it's unnecessary and too much of a good thing can be damaging. But be sure to do so at least once or twice a week. You'll notice the results right away.