Pollution, makeup, seasonal changes, and add stress and fatigue, your skin is overworked.… All these factors harm the radiance of your complexion, leaving you with a dull complexion and a puffy face. Fortunately, it is not inevitable and there are solutions to chase away the dull complexion. Discover all our tips to revive the radiance of your skin!
Why is my complexion dull?
Many factors can cause a pale complexion that lacks light. Stress is one of the most well-known reasons. When you are anxious, blood has difficulty circulating in the blood vessels that narrow, preventing the skin from drawing on the nutrients it needs. Outdoor and indoor pollution, with exhaust fumes absorbed by the respiratory system, clogs your bloodstream. Cigarettes, on the other hand, diffuse tar particles into the blood and pollute your body, contributing to the dull and grayish appearance. We also note a poor lifestyle due to an unbalanced diet, fatigue, lack of sleep, too much makeup with comedogenic products, unprotected exposure to the sun, or even oxidative stress. Whatever the reasons, to get rid of your dull complexion, adopt the right reflexes on a daily basis and say goodbye to your grayish complexion.
Pale complexion: clean your skin properly
To keep your skin looking radiant, you should thoroughly
cleanse your skin morning and evening. This is the most important step in your routine. Dust, tobacco, pollution and excess fat can make your face dirty, clogging your pores and impairing your ability to cope with aggression, thus creating imbalances. Cleansing is therefore the first step in removing accumulated impurities, because healthy skin starts with clean skin. But not just any cleansing! Opt for gentle cleansing, even for the most sensitive skin, with
Collossol Eau de Lait . Half water, half milk, this creamy and gentle lotion was designed to make removing your make-up a moment of pleasure and relaxation. With its cleansing and softening properties, it will hydrate, illuminate and purify your skin without feeling tight, leaving it with an irresistible citrus scent. Respectful for your skin, it also protects it from skin aging! Illuminated and clean, your epidermis will be able to face external aggressions, and keep its radiance!
Detoxify your skin
Detoxify your skin by removing all its impurities. To do this, it is necessary to drink plenty of water! If you want radiant skin, this step is essential. Hydration stimulates the skin's metabolism and supplies it with oxygen, which strengthens the skin's protective and defensive function. It is therefore advisable to drink between 1.5 and 2 liters of water per day! If you prefer herbal teas, choose them for their naturopathic virtues. Use antioxidant creams with vitamins C and E without restraint, which limit the production of free radicals and strengthen the skin. Don't forget grandma's recipes! At least once a month, opt for a steam bath (with essential oils for fans) to open the pores and remove impurities trapped on the surface of the skin. Say goodbye to the overload of toxins and
intensely purify your skin.
Clean up your diet
Food is essential to our survival, but a good balanced and healthy diet is essential for your body to stay healthy. It can strongly impact your appearance and the quality of your skin. In short, your skin reflects what you ingest. Avoid processed foods, saturated fats or refined sugar as much as possible in order to best prevent the production of sebum which would clog the pores of your skin and prevent its proper oxidation. Favor fruits and vegetables on your plate, especially those which have beneficial properties for your skin. Carrots for example, which contain vitamins C, B and A as well as beta-carotene, are a major antioxidant which acts in favor of the protection of cells against free radicals. Apricots, mangoes and melon also have them. Lemon diluted in hot water cleanses the liver and brightens the complexion. Seafood and fish are also to be favored! Rich in Omega 3, they protect the walls of your cells. Get used to eating a healthy diet to best prepare your skin for external aggressions.
Dull skin: sport as a remedy
While practicing physical activity is a nightmare for some, it nevertheless stimulates blood circulation, including that of the blood vessels in the face, making sport an outstanding ally against a dull complexion. It can optimize your beauty beyond simple musculature. It makes it more elastic, firmer and even reduces the effects of aging. Favor running, cycling, swimming and dancing. In addition, sweating is also part of the process for a
luminous complexion ! Indeed, the production of sweat is a very useful mechanism for the body and the skin. The water evacuated by your pores unclogs a large number of toxins linked to external aggressions. Once cleared, the face is less dull and fresher! Sport therefore has many benefits for your body, but also for the face… Ready for the next marathon?
Choose suitable makeup
Makeup is often a fallback solution to brighten a dull complexion, but you still have to use it intelligently to bring out the best in your skin's radiance. Opt for makeup bases with a "radiant" effect, which will allow your foundation to last flawlessly while adding light. Then use a highlighter on the top of the cheekbones, the inner corner of the eyes, the bridge of the nose, then apply a little highlighter to add a touch of radiance to your skin. Finally, consider using a little blush on your cheeks to bring vitality and a healthy glow to your face. Opt for pink or orange tones. That's it! Illuminated, resplendent and radiant, your skin is transformed. Goodbye dull complexion!
