5 best ways to keep your skin unblemished and youthful

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Getting a glowing and flawless skin is a dream everybody dreams but few achieve. Different skin types have different problems associated with them, whereas some people are blessed with perfect skin. There are various types of facial masks, both natural and chemical, which may help in providing natural glow to the skin. But the real glow comes from within; and the magic mantra is, 'Eat right, sleep well, and work out!' Below are the 5 healthy habits that you can start practicing to gain a flawless skin and be a new you.

'GARLIC' at or before Breakfast

Consuming garlic on an empty stomach makes it a powerful natural antibiotic. The healing elements of garlic helps the skin to heal faster and stay smooth and young. Garlic cures kidney and strengthens the liver, it also purifies intestines and helps remove toxins and bacteria from the body, which helps to maintain healthy skin. A natural immune system booster that helps the body fight infection. Garlic is considered to be one of the most powerful foods to help detoxify the body. Garlic is low in calories, but high in nutrients, containing Manganese, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, selenium and fiber. Make it a habit to eat couple of raw garlic with your breakfast.

A spoonful of 'HONEY' in the morning

Honey is the basic of any makeup from within and can do wonders for your skin. It is rich in antioxidant. A spoonful of honey a day can keep the free radicals at bay. If consumed regularly it will help in delaying the aging process. Raw honey helps to fuel the body and the mind and helps in maintaining a healthy weight. The antibacterial and antioxidant properties make it a great remedy for the immune system. Consuming honey switches on the detoxification genes in the body. Its antioxidant properties help in maintaining the health and glow of your skin and also great for slowing down aging. Take 2 tablespoons of honey everyday.

Add half a cup of CARROTS to your everyday meal

A super beauty food. Carrots are low in calories and high in vitamins and antioxidants which give you a healthier and attractive skin color. Carrots also contain Vitamin C that aids the collagen production in the body and helps prevent wrinkles and locks the process of aging. It helps in reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles and also from oily skin. They are especially good for clearing up breakouts. Consuming carrots naturally boosts the skin's vitamin A and other antioxidants. The consumption of carrot juice in acts as a natural sun block and also keeps your skin hydrated. The regular consumption of carrots creates a protective shield for our body. Eat a carrot everyday.

Drink 2 LITERS of water in a day

Approximately 70% of our body mass is made up of water, hence, it is an essential component for the effective functioning of our body. Water staves off dehydration and flushes impurities and toxins out of the system keeping our face fresh and clean. Water helps in reducing the breakouts and acne and enhances the complexion. It replenishes the skin tissue and increases its elasticity which helps delay the appearance of signs of ageing like wrinkles and fine lines. Water is essential to maintain the optimum skin moisture and deliver essential nutrients to the skin cells. A better and inexpensive way to keep your skin young and flawless compared to the expensive anti-ageing treatments. Make it a habit to drink atleast 6-8 glasses of water everyday.

Being HAPPY

Another secret to healthy skin is being happy. Our skin mirrors what we feel inside. Happiness and a healthy skin go hand in hand because the body reflects what we feel. The body releases happy hormones when we are happy and elated from inside whereas negative emotions like stress, anxiety, sadness, fear – especially for a prolonged period of time – release hormones that hamper the production of collagen and elastin, making the skin dull, increasing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, breakouts and saggy skin. Happy skin can make us feel happy and a happy person stays active resulting in proper circulation of blood providing a healthy dose of oxygen to all parts of the body, including the skin, making it look younger, radiant, hydrated, and healthy. Tell yourself, "Be Happy Today!"

- by Debjani Hazarika