Youthful, radiant skin — Ain’t that the goal of everybody 14 to 40 and beyond? It can be a tricky journey, nevertheless, there is always that possibility and you, like everybody else can own that kind of skin too. You know what’s even more surprising? Skin brighteners aren’t the only solutions that you can fold into your routine to make your naturally glowing skin happen.

All Yours — Gleaming Skin

Here’s how to get you started and make your big break in skincare that works and actually gives you more radiant skin:

1.  Exfoliate.  

Exfoliation can do tons to improve the complexion of your skin. Periodically sloughing off your skin’s damaged top layer takes off a thick, toughened debris of excess oils and dirt along with it. Plus, it helps your skin brighteners more easily penetrate your surface layer and do its magic deep within so that you can see your skin glow naturally sooner. With regular exfoliation, your dark marks begin to fade, even your wrinkles will noticeably smoothen out.

2.  Keep your skin clean.

Cleansing your skin with a formula that infuses mild exfoliants such as alpha and beta hydroxy acids will be helpful in keeping your skin clearer and cleaner with every wash. Try to avoid polluted environments as well, and do what you can to prevent your skin from producing too much oil.

3.  Treat your skin to a clarifying face mask.  

There are many face masks available that are formulated with popular skin brighteners also proven to lighten dark marks and hyperpigmented areas on your skin. Some of the ingredients you will find most beneficial are lemon extracts, kojic acid, and calendula.

4.  Improve your antioxidant levels.

Both ingested and topically applied, your skin complexion and fairness are enhanced with the help of powerful antioxidants. For topical application, the most beneficial antioxidants to look for in your skin brighteners and even in your sunscreens are Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide). For oral supplementation, these three should also work out wonders for your skin. You should also check out glutathione but, beware about warnings issued by the FDA about possible overdose and that it is inappropriate for injection.

5.  Wear your sunscreen.

Always give your skin time to cope, repair and heal. Simply giving your skin better sun protection will help alleviate skin damage that causes your skin to appear blotchy, dull, and dark. Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 and up for everyday use. Keep in mind that you need to complement your sunscreen with other sun protection measures, that includes staying indoors whenever possible, wearing the right gear and clothing, and limiting your daytime outdoor activities, most especially to exclude midday when the sun is at its hottest.

6.  Add skin brighteners to your daytime and nighttime routines.  

Hydroquinone was once heralded as the gold standard of skin lightening but, ever since it has been cited for being a suspected carcinogen, promoters have quickly pulled out, including skincare specialists. You should also know that hydroquinone has been banned in Europe but continues to be sold in the US, in both the OTC and prescription-only concentrations.

7.  Learn skin brightening makeup skills.

Still one of the best ways for you to obtain more radiant skin instantly is by skillfully applying your makeup. Follow these easy does it hacks for putting on makeup that lightens your skin:

• Cleanse and treat. 

Start with a clear and refreshed canvas. Add a light exfoliation routine to rid your skin, including your lips, of dry skin and better blend your makeup into your skin.

• Neutralize pigments.

Use the appropriate colored concealer to cancel out the hyperpigmentation on your skin.

• Cover and conceal.

Use a light foundation or a BB Cream with light-reflecting ingredients to make your complexion glow.

• Color and shimmer.

Add a little life to your skin with a light blush. Radiate with a glitter powder and use highlighter on your waterline.

Conclusion

If you’ve been keeping a close watch on your skin all these years, you must already know that it takes more than just making sure that you are picking up the right products from your beauty bar to give your skin a boost of topical nourishment. In case you still haven’t learned the top open secret to beautiful skin, you got to go beyond bottled formulations and do something about your habits and lifestyle.