Quick Fixes for Morning After Skin
According to the Mayo Clinic, a great source for all things medical, moderate drinking is defined as one alcoholic beverage a day for women and two for men, so if you've been justifying that third glass of red wine by telling yourself it's good for your heart, you may want to reconsider. Drinking too much not only increases your risk of high blood pressure, liver damage and obesity, it also messes with your skin! Luckily, top dermatologist, Dr. David Bank, has some facts & fixes that'll transform your morning-after-skin in no time! Read on after the jump.
Dry SkinFact: Alcohol dehydrates skin, which can lead to premature aging and wrinkles
Fix: Load up on fluids and double up on moisturizer. First apply your regular moisturizer, wait a minute and then slather on another layer.
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Puffy FaceFact: Alcohol plus little sleep leads to water retention, which causes swelling.
Fix: Try applying a cold compress or tea bags for antioxidants on your face for a few minutes to calm your skin.
Under-Eye CirclesFact: Alcohol dilates blood vessels, making them more prominent in the delicate under-eye area.
Fix: Keep your head elevated while you sleep and wake-up with a cold compress to constrict blood vessels and reduce swelling.
With St. Patrick's Day around the corner, these tips should come in very handy!
Posted by Julie Schott
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