Skin Care From Deep Within

(Newswire.net — May 22, 2018) Cheyenne, Wyoming — Beauty begins from the inside out so taking care of one’s internal pH levels is the smart thing to do for improving skin health. pH balance is typically an afterthought during most people’s skincare regime but it’s most definitely something all cosmetic lines are focused on addressing. Naturally cosmetic products are classified based on the type of skin they best suit, whether dry, oily or combination skin, these considerations are made as surface conditions affect results. 

“To maintain a healthy balance in the skin, it’s best to avoid harsh soaps that have an alkaline pH and instead use neutral or slightly acidic soaps with alpha or beta hydroxy acids, these especially help the bacteria/pimple cycle,” says Anastacia Achiellios, celebrity facialist. “I have seen thousands of skins transform from just making changes to cleansing routines.” 

Caring for the skin is rather sensitive business much like a delicate tight rope walking act, it’s all about balance, keeping the dermis acidic enough to block out germs and infection while keeping internal regions of the skin supplied with slightly alkaline blood to deliver all the vitamins and minerals hair follicles need to thrive.

“The body functions optimally at a neutral level, however, normal skin is slightly more acidic at 4 to 6.5,” explains LiveStrong.com. “This environment is known as the “acid mantle,” and one function is to help skin cells grow and function. Obtaining healthy skin pH level is “akin to breeding cells in a test tube,” says Dr. Michelle Copeland, author of “The Beautiful Skin Workout.” She notes that if the pH conditions aren’t right, the skin cells won’t multiply. Another primary function of pH is to kill bacteria before it enters the body, according to the National Skin Care Institute.” 

Beauty is a multi-billion dollar industry, as of 2017 it’s valued at $445 billion to be exact according to Forbes Magazine, but purchasing the proper cosmetics only accounts for half the solution as far as skincare goes. Eating pH balancing meals is the most important portion of this health equation, foods that make the body more alkaline are to be preferred. Meat, dairy, caffeine and carbs all contribute to acidity so they should be had with restraint to avoid forcing the body compensate for such imbalance. 

“When your body is functioning at its best, your cells are able to maintain healthy blood pH easily,” explains Gabriela Peacock, Nutritional Therapist. “However, when our bodies have to work to filter the foods you eat to maintain blood pH, then you could be more susceptible to illness and our diets sometimes tend to be on the acidic side. Alkaline foods balance the body and allow our blood to absorb more oxygen to aid digestion, which will in turn lead to clearer skin.” 

Fruits and vegetables like carrots, leafy greens and garlic are wise dietary selections for promoting healthy skin and overall pH balance. Furthermore, it’s well-advised that regular pH tests be done to be sure of the body’s handling of acid-base conditions. The HealthyWiser™ pH Test Strips is considered one of the best options for keeping tabs on overall balance so keeping a pack close by is ideal for gauging one’s average pH over time, using either a sample of saliva or urine.