If your skin looks and feels uncared for, your entire well-being will be in jeopardy. It's not like having a bad hair day because you can always wear a hat. You can't get away from your face, so you might as well put some time and research into becoming the best version of yourself possible.

Skin care requirements change depending on the person and what they do daily. If your job means you're in direct sunlight all day, then you need something with SPF protection, but if you're an office worker who spends most of their time indoors, external factors might have less of an impression than the stress levels or the food you eat - more on that later.

Skin also changes during different seasons, so find products that suit each stage. For example, during summer, staying hydrated is imperative, while during winter, moisturizing is key to keeping healthy skin.

It's not just about how it looks, although that does play a part too; caring for your skin can also help protect yourself from infections and illnesses, which could cost you time off work and money in medical bills. It's a little-known fact that our skin is our largest organ. Therefore it's essential to do the very best we can for it.

You should also make sure you're using skin care products that suit your lifestyle.

If you travel a lot or work night shifts, you need to consider these factors when looking for suitable cosmetics. It will be challenging to find something that fits such diverse needs, but look online or ask an expert about safe, natural alternatives that might not be as effective yet are still manageable until your schedule changes.

Even if you don't want to go over the top, there are some simple things we can all do at home, and they will improve your skin and well-being, and you'll notice the changes within a couple of weeks or sooner.

Eating healthy foods

Eat healthy foods full of vitamins that will improve your skin's appearance because one thing you can do at home to make a difference in feeding yourself properly.

Skin responds best if nourished from within, so tinker with your diet for better results.

Eating junk food won't help you, even though many people think that consuming fast food or ready meals whenever they feel like it will improve their lives in some way. It might taste nice, but the effects are devastating.

If you're struggling to stick to a healthier regime, then try preparing everything ahead of time, so there's no need to reach for anything unhealthy when hunger strikes before mealtimes. Green smoothies are quick and easy, too, especially if you have one every morning and again anytime the unhealthy eating cravings irritate you.

Eating healthy takes dedication, but look at what it's doing to your body by changing a few bad habits into good ones. It can't be that hard. Imagine telling yourself when you reach for the phone or sit down in front of the TV to stand up and exercise, it takes a bit of self-control, but by choosing small changes in your habits, big things can happen.

Exercise is key

How much movement does your skin get? Probably not enough! Skin cells need stimulation to thrive and grow. Otherwise, they will slow down, and all sorts of problems will start occurring, such as sagging, wrinkles, and discoloration.

Skin needs tone to remain firm because gravity is unpredictable and inevitable. Lack of exercise means we rely on skin care products more than ever before; we do become our own worst enemy.

Like our body and mind, our skin needs to be worked multiple times a day which means giving it the best chance possible by staying active. Even if you work in an office, there are plenty of options for exercises that can get your heart pumping and muscles moving even when you're sitting down; but make sure you get up every hour or so at least to stretch your legs and back.

Exercise should also improve your mood because movement releases endorphins, which is another reason why healthy living is vital for well-being. Exercise helps circulation, builds muscle mass, reduces fat cells, and damage to blood vessels can be slowed down. More activity means reduced stress levels, and cell repair improves by getting rid of waste, including toxins.

You'll be so much happier knowing you're doing the best for yourself. Your skin will glow from what's happening inside of you.

Skin care rules

Now you've looked at improving your skin from the inside, let's look at what we can do on the outside by implementing an effective skin care routine.

Skin care doesn't have to be expensive, yet there are a lot of products out there that do the job for a high price, so research is essential because it's your skin, and you'll need to know what ingredients you should avoid.

Don't confuse the term 'natural' with no chemicals, though, because even natural skin care can contain additives that irritate the skin, so just because something is from nature doesn't mean it's always suitable for those with sensitive skin.

Look at brands based on quality rather than price, but also check online reviews before buying anything new, as not every company will give you accurate results. Many companies produce different products for different skin types, which means trial and error until we find our perfect match.

Embrace self-care

Treat yourself every day with time for yoga or meditation; you don't need to be an expert. The only rule is getting outside your comfort zone and pushing yourself.

Skin care products will do their job with regular use, but only once you ignite the spark within that makes us realize life shouldn't just be about work because without enough sleep or relaxing time for ourselves, we won't get the most from our lives.

Yoga helps improve circulation creating more oxygen in your body, which means healthier cells throughout your body, including your skin. Great skin care products work, but they do even better combined with a healthy lifestyle. We should all be embracing healthy living and self-care to give ourselves the best chance of looking good, feeling great and living life without worry.