12 Skincare Habits To Develop In Your Twenties

Simple tips that you'll thank yourself for later.

1. First things first, understand your skin type.

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Unfortunately, "glowing" is not a skin type we can all lay claim to. Take the time to figure out whether your skin is dry, oily, sensitive, or combination so that you can treat any problem areas properly. It's way more effective than piling on different lotions and hoping for the best!

2. Clean your phone ASAP.

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Most of us are in a loving and committed relationship with our phones. We do everything together and unfortunately this makes them total breeding grounds for bacteria. Clean yours at least once a week by applying a solution of distilled water and rubbing alcohol onto a microfibre cloth. Maybe reply to that text before you go to the loo too.

3. Rest your head on a silk pillowcase.

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Chances are you're not getting a full eight hours beauty sleep each night, but the good news is you can fake it with a silk pillow! They don’t draw moisture away from your skin like cotton pillowcases do so they'll do wonders for your skin AND help you skip the bed hair. Plus you'll feel like a total diva in the process. Sweet dreams!

4. Remove your makeup. All of it.

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Expectation: A sexy "I woke up like this" smokey eye look.

Reality: Sad puffy panda eyes that take even longer to wipe away in the morning. We've all "forgotten" to remove every last trace of makeup before hitting the sheets and our skin pays the price for it the next day, so make sure you thoroughly cleanse your face before bed.

5. Drink plenty of water.

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Alright, so it may mean a few more trips to the bathroom, but drinking plenty of water helps flush out toxins and maintain skin elasticity so it's well worth it.

6. Give your makeup brushes some TLC.

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Avoid the nasty dirt, oil, and makeup that builds up on your makeup brushes (AND THEN ON YOUR FACE) by washing them every two weeks with either an actual brush cleanser or soap and warm water.

7. Protect yourself from the sun (even when it's not not there).

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Don't be fooled by those overcast skies or the constant rain; invest in a daily SPF moisturizer and wear it all year round anyway! Protecting your skin against UV rays is the golden rule of skincare at every age, and your twenties are absolutely no exception.

8. Exfoliate a couple of times a week.

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Like your ability to bounce back after an eventful Friday night, your skin renewal rate slows down in your mid-twenties. Exfoliating regularly is a great way to help remove dead skin cells.

9. Change with the seasons.

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Just as you switch out your chunky knits and boots for strappy sandals and sundresses, you should adjust your skincare regime to the season – for example, extra moisture in the winter months or an oil-free moisturiser during the summer.

10. Start using eye cream.

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DON'T PANIC! Using eye cream doesn't mean kissing goodbye to your youth just yet. The skin around your eyes is much thinner than other areas so eye cream can help with protection against dark circles, puffiness, as well as slowing down the those fine lines.

11. Take care of your skin from the inside.

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It’s no surprise that what you eat takes a toll on your skin. You're better off eating foods rich in biotins, antioxidants, and omega-3s to get that glow rather than smooshing them together as a DIY face mask.

12. Leave 👏 your👏 spots 👏 alone!

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It's kinda hard to feel like a grown woman when you're still battling pimples that remind you of being a teenager. However, touching, squeezing, and picking at new spots leads to scarring which is even more important to avoid in your twenties when your skin's ability to heal can start to slow down. Sooo....back away from the mirror and keep your hands as far away from your face as possible!

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