How to Improve Facial Skin Texture
1. Wash your face with a mild cleanser one to two times a day maximum. Scrubbing with a harsh, abrasive cleanser can cause overdrying and irritation. Normal-to-dry skin types can wash at night and rinse with only water in the morning, while oilier skin types may need to wash morning and night.
2. Pat a soothing moisturizer onto slightly damp skin in the morning and at night, after washing or rinsing. Don't rub or tug during application. This can cause irritation and unnecessary stress to the skin.
3. Smooth a titanium dioxide or zinc oxide facial sunscreen of at least SPF 15 over your face, neck and exposed décolletage. Instead of using two products, you can also trade in your moisturizer and sun protection for a lotion that has a built-in SPF. Sun damage is one of the top culprits of rough skin.
4. Exfoliate one to three times a week with an exfoliating brush or a scrub with smooth beads. Mild chemical exfoliants, such as glycolic acid, beta- and alpha-hydroxy acid, or fruit enzymes are also effective at improving skin texture. Oily or acne-prone skin types can exfoliate with a soft brush or mild exfoliant daily; however, switch to every other day if your skin becomes sensitive or irritated.
5.Drink six to eight 8-ounce glasses of water daily. Even mild dehydration can affect the look and feel of your skin.
6. Eat one serving of food that's rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids every day. These fatty acids, which are found in salmon, tuna, mackerel, almonds, hazelnuts and flaxseed, are heart-healthy and help reduce skin inflammation.