Feeling the post-holiday slump? Your skin might be too. Excessive indulgence during the festive season can leave your complexion looking tired and dull. Learn how to combat the January blues and revive your skin with these expert tips.
After all the fun of the Christmas and Hogmanay revelry, you may be feeling the January blues. On top of this, your skin may also now be showing the effects of the festive period's excessive boozing and eating. Through the indulgence of the season we have been exposing our bodies to high levels of glucose (sugar). This intake can damage the collagen and elastin proteins that make up the skin's structure, causing it to sag and appear dull.
On top of the skin looking deflated it may also take on a rougher texture, become dehydrated or deal with an increase in sebum production - an oil that can lead to acne. However, instead of adding this to your January blues list, dermatologists and skincare experts have shared their hints and tips for reviving your skin. Dr Ross Perry, medical director of Cosmedics Skin Clinics, said: “Heavily processed foods often lack vital vitamins and nutrients which go towards keeping the skin looking more youthful. Not only that, they often contain high levels of refined sugars and fats which can break down collagen and elastin leading to fine lines and wrinkles.” He also noted that alcohol can have similar effects: “Alcohol is what’s known as a diuretic which causes the body to lose fluid, this means our skin in turn lacks moisture and hydration which can make it appear lacklustre, dry, flaky and overall lines and wrinkles look more obvious.” Lack of sleep is also seen to have an impact on the health of your skin. Dr Perry explained: 'The skin is the largest organ on the human body and getting a good night’s sleep is vital for healthy skin as sleep is when our skin repairs itself, producing more collagen and reducing dark under eye circles. 'Poor sleep can lead to fine lines, uneven pigmentation and overall lacklustre skin. Ultimately, lack of sleep can weaken the skin’s ability to repair itself overnigh
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