FRESH FACED

Is your skin waiting to exhale? Actress Lea Michele recently revealed her secret to clear skin is giving it room to “breathe” sans makeup. Allure.com decided to check in with dermatologist Papri Sarkar to see if there was any proof of this: “There are some benefits to wearing zero makeup, especially for people with sensitive skin or who are prone to breakouts.” But at the same time, getting a beautiful complexion is more than skin deep: “The lower layers of skin get their oxygen and nutrients from the blood supply. That’s why what you eat and drink is at least as important as what you’re putting on your face.”

Does your skin need to breathe? via Allure

“THE SUN’LL COME OUT” PSA
After a string of gray days this week, the bright forecast for the
weekend provides plenty of temptation to get out and overdose on
vitamin D. But beware even when you’re careful about slathering on
sunscreen, sometimes burns still happen: In case of an accidental
scorcher, Allure.com offers up tips for what to do: First take two
ibuprofen and then jump in a cold shower. Follow that up by dabbing 1
percent hydrocortisone cream on the burned area and moisturize
diligently with a fragrance-free, after-sun lotion. Remember the best
cure is prevention, so wear a stylish, wide-brimmed sunhat, some
shades, and ample SPF, of course.
How to treat your sunburns

IN THE MIX

Do you ever play alchemist with your skincare regimen? Have you ever
assumed layering multiple kinds of moisturizers would make your skin
ultra radiant? Or gone to war against a blemish with every product in
your bathroom arsenal? Turns out your assault could actually be more
toxic than helpful: “Blending different cleansers, scrubs, serums, and
sunscreens does more harm than good sometimes. Incompatible
ingredients or different pH ranges can irritate skin and lead to
breakouts,” explains Beautylish.com. Before you mix products again,
check out Beautylish’s illuminating primer on the dos and don’ts of
dermatology.
Find out what skincare products can be dangerous to mix here

FRESH START SKIN

It’s Monday. Time for fresh start, but first, let’s back it up a bit:
Think about how you washed your face this morning. Did you use a
cleanser? If you have dry skin, you might be unwittingly adding to the
problem. Allure.com unmasks common bad skin habits and enlists a few
dermatologists for easy ways “to avoid the pitfalls and get clear,
radiant skin”—starting with your morning splash. “If you have dry
skin, scrubbing your face with soap or cleanser first thing in the
morning could make matters worse.” The better option is to just rinse
with water and save cleansers for your evening regimen. Other tips
include getting plenty of sleep, changing your bed linens, and most
surprisingly, cooling down your workout. Saunas and high temperatures
in fitness classes can exasperate brown patches.
5 Bad Skin Habits via Allure

BEAUTY SLEEP

Yep, the reality of 4:30 p.m. sunsets is just starting to set in thanks to Daylight Savings, which means it’s time to start confronting the lack of light by getting enough exercise, eating well, and, most importantly, getting enough ZZZs. However, on this latter topic, Allure.com has dug up a story that argues “even if you can’t get the sleep you need, your nighttime skincare regimen might help you look like you did.” Chronopharmacology experts, who study how drugs work at different times of day, have found that some skin products work best at bedtime. Good, now go schedule in some rest!

Heres how to make your skincare routine work while you sleep