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6. Get Enough Sleep It is called “beauty sleep” for a good reason because a full night’s sleep can work won- ders for your skin and general appearance. Your body heals itself during sleep and could help to reduce wrinkles, provide a healthy glow and reduce puffy eyes. If you regularly struggle to get the recommended 7-9 hours each night, there are many options to consider, including rearranging your bedroom, reducing caffeine intake, avoiding screen use an hour before bed, ear plugs, meditation and taking supple- ments. 7. Healthy Diet Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet can also improve your skin by giv- ing you a healthy complexion and reducing the chance of breakouts occurring. A diet with a lot of pro- cessed food and sugars can cause havoc on the skin so try to cut these down or eliminate entirely and make sure that you are getting enough fruit and veg each day. 8. Exercise Regularly Regular exercise, of course, has numerous health benefits and should be an important part of everyone’s schedule. Exercise, however, can also work wonders for your skin by increasing blood flow which carries oxygen and nutrients to the cells while carrying away waste products. It will nourish the cells and allow for a healthier complexion. 9. Use High-Quality Razors It may be tempting to purchase cheap razors for shaving, but these can often result in irritation and scratches, especially if you have sensitive skin. Avoid this by buying high-quality razors which you clean after each use and replace frequently. Doing so should allow for a much smoother shave each time. 110