Skin care

Skincare is more than a vanity project; it's a form of self-care that can set a positive tone for the day ahead. When the morning light filters through your window, it signals a fresh start and an opportunity to nurture your skin. A morning skincare routine helps protect your skin from environmental aggressors and keeps it looking radiant and healthy. Starting with a gentle cleanser removes any impurities that might have settled on your face overnight. It wakes up your skin and prepares it to absorb the benefits of the products that follow.

Moisturizing is like giving your skin a tall drink of water after a long night. Regardless of your skin type, hydrating your face is essential. A good moisturizer not only provides immediate hydration but also helps to lock in moisture throughout the day. For those who might be worrying about fine lines or wanting to maintain a youthful glow, incorporating a product with hyaluronic acid might be beneficial. This powerful ingredient is known for its ability to hold many times its weight in water, which plumps up the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Sun protection is a step that should never be skipped, come rain or shine. UV rays can cause premature aging, dark spots, and increase the risk of skin cancer, so applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen is crucial. Lotions with an SPF of at least 30 are usually recommended, and make sure to cover all the exposed areas of your skin, not just your face. Some moisturizers come with built-in SPF, which can simplify your routine while still offering the protection you need.

Tending to the delicate area around your eyes can help to reduce puffiness and dark circles, giving you a more awake and refreshed look. Using an eye cream specially formulated for the morning can tighten and brighten this sensitive area. Light dabbing with your ring finger - the weakest of the fingers, and therefore the gentlest for applying pressure - will prevent tugging on the skin, which could lead to more wrinkles.

Don't forget your lips; they too deserve care as part of your morning routine. A hydrating lip balm can soothe and moisturize, especially if you choose one with SPF. This will help prevent chapping and protect against the sun, which is just as harmful to the delicate skin on your lips as it is to the rest of your face.

Remember that habit formation is key in maintaining a consistent skincare routine. It might seem tedious at first, but with time, your morning skincare ritual can become as habitual as brushing your teeth. The rewards of healthy, glowing skin are well worth the few extra minutes each morning. Plus, taking this time for yourself can be a peaceful, meditative way to start your day, readying you to face whatever might come with confidence and poise. Establishing and sticking to a morning skincare regimen is not just about looking good - it's about feeling good and taking charge of your day from the moment you wake up.

Track your Morning habits

The MyHabits app helps you with tracking this and many other habits related to health, home care and daily routines. Reminders, notification and weekly status reports assist you in getting good habits in and bad habits out.

The MyHabits app will be available for iPhone in early 2024. A version for Android will follow a few weeks later.