Five Essential to Achieve Healthy Skin

As a dermatologist, Dr. Boakye has devoted her career to helping patients achieve and maintain healthy skin—but she believes that treating it from the outside is just one piece of the puzzle. Of course skincare and office-based treatments are wonderfully effective ways to keep the skin looking its best, however the impact one’s lifestyle has on the skin cannot be underestimated. (In fact, she wrote a whole book about it!) Here, her five essentials for healthy skin that glows from the inside out.

Healthy living ​
“Lifestyle” is a catch-all term that encompasses our day-to-day habits and choices. Dr. Boakye emphasizes the importance of feeding our skin from within through a plant-based diet focused on whole foods (and avoiding processed foods). Regular exercise is key as well, not only for physical health, but for stress management and mental wellness as well. Quality sleep is another pillar of healthy living, as it provides the skin and the body as a whole with much-needed time to recover from our hectic daily lives.
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Protecting the skin’s barrier
The skin’s barrier is designed to protect our bodies from the environment and the many hazards that it presents. A healthy barrier prevents moisture from escaping the skin (which keeps it calm and comfortable), and also acts as a shield that helps the skin resist the effects of irritants, pollution, chemicals we may come in contact with and more. The simplest way to reinforce the skin’s barrier is to moisturize regularly with hydrating products that are suitable for your skin type. (Our Universal Moisture is suitable for even the most sensitive skin.)

Sun protection ​
Sunscreen should be a part of your daily routine no matter your skin tone. Shielding the skin from UVA and UVB rays is essential for preventing age-related changes like fine lines and wrinkles, discoloration and loss of firmness as well as skin cancer. It’s never too late to start practicing safe sun, and our non-comedogenic Sheer Joy Sunscreen SPF 50+ provides broad-spectrum, mineral-based protection without leaving a white cast on the skin.

Mild exfoliation​
When it comes to exfoliation, a little goes a long way and too much can disrupt the skin’s microbiome as well as its barrier. The proper level of exfoliation is dictated by your skin type and its tolerance, so it’s best to start slow. Better yet, schedule a virtual or in-person visit with Dr. Boakye so she can recommend the ideal way to incorporate exfoliation into your skincare routine.

Antioxidants​
Antioxidants are compounds that neutralize the free radicals that damage our cells. Free radicals are generated within the body as part of its natural processes, and bombard our skin constantly thanks to external factors like UV rays and pollution. To optimize the protective power of antioxidants for the skin and entire body, strive to eat the spectrum of brightly colored fruits and vegetables, since different antioxidants are responsible for their different hues. Including antioxidants in your skincare regimen is especially important for the health and appearance of the skin. (Think of our Radiance Drops Skin Nutrition Serum as an appetizer for your morning sunscreen that helps maximize your skin’s resistance to the elements.)