But first it is important to understand which type of skin you have – there is no point in using a skin cream or moisturizer for oily skin if you have the opposite.  There are 5 basic face skin skin types, Dry Skin, Oily Skin, Sensitive Skin, Normal Skin, and most complicated of all, Combination Skin. The last can be tricky and will mean using different facial products on different areas of the face.

A good skin care routine should fall into your daily habits just like brushing your teeth. Taking a few moments each day to look after yourself will help maintain a healthy glowing skin.  After cleansing, use a toner which prepares the skin for moisturizer. A daytime moisturizer may contain a sunscreen but all your products should contain as many natural ingredients as possible

Every week or so, try to exfoliate with a facial scrub or cream. this removes dead skin and unclogs your pores and reveals new shiny skin beneath. For those who suffer with acne, pimples, or just oily skin, exfoliating on a more regular basis will reduce and help eliminate these problems.

Sensitive skin is one that is easily irritated by the product ingredients, such as perfumes and dyes, so again look for product with as many natural ingredients as possible.

If you suspect you have ezcema, please consult with your doctor or dermatologist. Recurring dryness or rashes will need to be checked.

Or course its not just what you put on your skin that counts. You are what you eat, and a healthy diet will improve skin tone. Drinking plenty of water, eating fresh fruit and vegetables, and more fish and less red meat, will not only have you feeling better, but looking younger.

And finally, for the gentlemen. More and more men are now taking care of their looks and often have just as much product in the bathroom as their girlfriend or wife. These poor men have the discomfort of having to shave their face every day, but the best advice is if you can go every other day betweem shaves, do, as this will allow your face some time to recover. Daily cleansing and toning instead of shaving will further help reduce irritation, give an easier shave, and keep you looking good.

There are dozens upon dozens of anti-aging skin creams available, but rememeber also the practable advice. Avoid the sun, wear sunscreen and sunglasses. Stop smoking, reduce your alcohol intake and keep a healthy diet. There is much more to looking younger than applying some cream.