June 2017 www.womanthismonth.com showcase 40 Ramadan is right around the corner and, as everybody rushes to adjust their daily schedules and activities, it’s easy to neglect one’s skincare routine, especially in the warmer months. IT ALL BOILS DOWN TO SMART CHOICES The month of Ramadan can work wonders for your skin or seriously against it. The active choices you make regarding your skincare habits, the type of food you consume and the circadian rhythm you follow during fasting will ultimately decide which way it’s going to pan out for your skin. If you want to flaunt a radiant complexion come Eid, follow these simple tips from Joz Salon & Spa, and reap tremendous rewards. DEDICATED DAILY SKINCARE To ensure an angelic glow during the Holy Month, switch your regular face wash with a cleanser containing glycolic acid (normal to dry skin) or salicylic acid (oily skin). If your skin is sensitive, use a gentle cleanser daily and a scrub once a week. Go for mild exfoliation facials, which will stimulate your skin while removing any dead cells, giving it a healthy appearance. TIME TO PLAY SWITCHEROO WITH YOUR SKINCARE PRODUCTS Switch your regular skincare creams with lightweight hydrating lotions or serums to let your skin breathe easy and avoid breakouts. Reapply a moisturising serum every time you wash your face to ensure your skin stays supple and hydrated. For your daily antiageing skincare needs, look for products with vitamin C and A, as they are the true tried and tested star ingredients that can change your skin from drab to fab within a few weeks. STICK TO YOUR SUNSCREEN During the day, protect your complexion with a good UVA and UVB sunscreen with SPF 50. UV rays from the sun are extremely damaging – not only do they promote pigmentation problems, but they also damage the skin’s collagen and elastin – leading to early ageing in the form of wrinkles and sagging skin. The salon’s best suggested treatment is the diamond peeling facial. MAKE SMART FOOD CHOICES When beauty experts say, “You look like what you eat”, they’re not wrong. Make a special effort and avoid oily and fast foods, sugar and refined carbohydrates this Ramadan. They are really bad for your skin and complexion. Overconsumption of these food groups can lead to blemishes and breakouts, with early ageing and lacklustre sallow skin. For a healthy body and skin, eat fresh vegetables, proteins and fruit. Eat right and exercise to impart a healthy glow from within. Drink plenty of water (10-15 glasses each night) – not only will it refresh and keep you hydrated, it will also help get rid of any toxins from your body and skin. CATCH UP ON YOUR BEAUTY SLEEP Get plenty of sleep (eight to10 hours) every night if you want to avoid dark circles around the eyes and a tired look at the end of Ramadan. Our body goes through multiple changes in our circadian rhythm; different hormones for different purposes are secreted during the day and at night. Research has shown that day sleep is not as beneficial as night sleep because the body only repairs and rejuvenates during the night, with peak repair activity after midnight. Making these special skincare tweaks during Ramadan will serve you well to look fresh and radiant in the next few weeks of your altered lifestyle. Call 17 369-133, 16 031-120, 16 031-126 or 17 756-449. With the Holy Month falling in the middle of a hot summer, it’s extremely important to look after your skin. Put your faith in some great advice from this popular salon. JOZ SALON & SPA RAMADAN SKINCARE
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