Tips for Skin That Isn't Dull, and Cleansing for Clear, Radiant Skin

1. Drink at least 2 liters of water a day. Clean, plain water itself helps maintain good health from within. In addition to improving the body's internal systems, numerous studies also confirm that drinking 2 liters of water a day helps keep skin hydrated, slows aging, and keeps skin bright and radiant rather than dull. Once the skin is hydrated, it is ready to receive nourishment in the next step.

2. Eat vegetables and fruits high in vitamin C. Easy-to-find fruits high in vitamin C, such as guava, kiwi, strawberries, pineapple, and oranges, are all beneficial for the skin. They help prevent collagen in the skin from breaking down, prevent wrinkles from forming, protect skin cells from damage, keep skin bright and radiant, and help skin stay smooth rather than rough. We recommend finding out how to choose a refrigerator and then keeping your vegetables and fruit chilled in it — you can take them out to eat cool and refreshing, and they'll also keep longer, since Thailand's very hot weather can cause fruit to ripen quickly, sometimes faster than you can eat it.

In addition to taking in beneficial things to help brighten the skin, cleansing is equally important. Every day, our facial skin encounters many things, whether it's dirt from pollution or from our own fingers touching our face frequently, which can weaken the skin. Sometimes it also feels like the skin dulls again so quickly after washing your face — so it's important to pay close attention to cleansing your face the right way.

Good facial cleansing not only thoroughly removes dirt such as excess oil and leftover makeup from the skin, but also helps prevent clogged pores, reduces breakouts and other skin problems, and gives a clean, refreshed feeling. Once the skin is clean, clarity, radiance, and a healthy look follow, making us happier and more confident. So what do you need to do? It's not difficult at all — let's look at some great tips for cleansing your face.

What to do and not do while washing your face

• Adjust the water temperature to be fairly warm
• Squeeze out foam cleanser about the size of a coin — the right amount to wash your whole face
• Whip the cleanser into a full lather to reduce friction between your fingers and your facial skin
• Don't accidentally press too hard on your skin, especially around the eyes, which are especially delicate. Gently but thoroughly massage the foam in, paying attention to the sides of the nose, and don't forget the hairline.
• After rinsing, gently pat your face with a towel until just damp, avoiding rubbing, then follow immediately with moisturizer to lock in hydration.

Do you need to wash your face with cleanser in the morning?

Many people think morning face-washing isn't necessary — since you're not going out, plain water should be enough. But actually, while we sleep, the skin produces sebum (an oily substance), sheds dead skin cells, and this may combine with sweat and dust on the pillow. So you should use a facial cleanser in the morning too. That said, facial skin is delicate and more prone to irritation than skin elsewhere on the body, so choose a gentle facial cleanser that doesn't leave skin feeling dry and tight, and doesn't strip away too much of the skin's natural oils.

Besides pollution, the things facial skin regularly encounters are makeup and sunscreen. Doing too much to your skin disturbs it, makes it harder to remove (requiring many steps), and can easily cause irritation. So don't forget to give your skin the occasional day off — go bare, or let your skin go makeup-free whenever you get the chance. You'll definitely notice a pleasing change in your skin.