Who doesn't want beautiful, healthy skin? It is something that virtually everyone strives for. However, it isn't something that is necessarily easy to achieve, nor is it something that can be obtained overnight. So, to save yourself some time, money, and emotional distress, here are two tips that will help lead you on a path to the discovery of beautiful, glowing skin:

1. Pay Attention to the Ingredients.

Skincare products can be laced with all sorts of things, so it is important that you pay very close attention to what is in them. You want to know what you are putting on your skin because those ingredients ultimately have the ability to make your skin look great or to ruin it. Do not allow pretty bottles, brand names, or even organic labels trick you into assuming that it is the best of the best. You still need to look at the ingredients. 

As a general rule, the fewer ingredients that a skincare product has, the better the product is. One thing to understand is that the closer the ingredients is to the front of the list, the more of it there is in the bottle. For example, water and glycerin are often near the top of the list, while fragrances and parabens (preservatives) are usually last. Also, some ingredients are more damaging and irritating than others. For example, alcohol can cause your skin to dry out. So, if it particularly close to the top of the ingredient list, you probably want to avoid that product. Menthol is an ingredient that can cause your skin to sting, so you may want to avoid it as well. 

2. Maintain a Basic Skincare Routine.

You've heard that "less is more," right? Well, it really can be true, especially when it comes to your skin. One of the reasons that people have so much trouble with their skin is because they use so many different products on their skin or they use products that contain chemicals that are too harsh for their skin and it causes irritation. If they used just a basic regimen that consisted of simple, routine products, then irritation likely would never occur. While it really is okay to experiment and try new products that come available on the market or that you are interested in, you simply shouldn't go overboard and have 10 different products that you are applying to your skin on a daily basis. For one, this alone can cause skin irritation due to the various chemicals mixing on your skin. Instead, just stick to a gentle, no-frills cleanser and moisturizer to keep your skin soft, smooth and supple. If you are still not happy with the results that you are seeing, you could always talk to a professional about botox treatments.