the secrets to having luminous skin

Skin luminosity is not just a genetic issue. Although creams help a lot, one of the fundamental premises is to maintain a good facial care routineto obtain the results you are looking for.

“The first step to making the skin look radiant is to adapt the products we use in our routine according to the season, the type of skin and the result we want to obtain. Cleansing, hydration and consistency They will be the main objectives to end dull and tired-looking skin,” explains surgeon Johanna Furlan.

It is essential to understand that true shine arises from the combination of external and internal care. “The luminosity of the skin depends on the quality and quantity of its components. The stratum corneum (outermost layer of the skin) must be thin, for this it is necessary to stimulate the renewal of the cells that compose it, with creams with an exfoliating function such as acids. Retinoids, retinol and retinoic acid are those that achieve the most cell turnover,” details dermatologist Marina Bois.

On the other hand, it is necessary that the dermis (middle layer of the skin) have the capacity to retain waterto reflect light and thus look brighter.

“For this, they are necessary creams or serums with hyaluronic acid, which helps retain water in the dermis; and creams with glycolic acid, which is responsible for stimulating the skin cells themselves, called fibroblasts, to generate endogenous hyaluronic acid, and therefore enhance their function,” he adds.

A dermatological consultation is essential to find specific active ingredients according to your skin type. “There is no need to load up on products, a good moisturizer for the day, an eye contour, a night treatment cream and a booster, ampoule or serum is enough. The key is always to be constant”, acknowledges Furlan.

Another point to keep in mind is to work from within: that is why it is essential to take, at least, two liters of water per dayin addition to having a balanced diet, rich in fruits and vegetables and sleeping 8 hours a day.

The treatments of deep hydration They stand as the elixir of luminosity. There are the usual classics, and also the most innovative ones. “Geneo, for example, is a facial treatment platform that allows you to achieve younger, fresher and naturally attractive skin,” explains Priscila Dzigciot, medical director of BACE, Aesthetics and Beauty Spa.

With a 3-in-1 technology, which acts both on the outside and inside of the skin, combining clinically proven technologies, such as Tripollar RF, Oxygeneo y Ultrasound. Each can be used separately or combined for a complete synergistic effect.

Another option is Indiba, a facial radiofrequency treatment that stimulates the formation of collagen in the skin, improves the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles, and eliminates free radicals that cause oxidative stress. “In addition, it redefines the facial oval and generates a vasodilating effect that activates blood circulation, produces a cell revitalizationprovides luminosity and hydrates and oxygenates the skin,” details Dzigciot.

Peels and exfoliations are also ideal for achieving more shine and a unified complexion as they promote the skin’s renewal cycle. Skin cells continually regenerate in the deeper dermal layer and travel to the surface to replace old ones. However, with age, pace of renewal (which lasts 28 days) slows down and causes changes in skin conditions.

“Superficial peeling – with glycolic acid as the star active ingredient – ​​continues to be the main technique to eliminate dead cells that dull the complexion and reduce pores. It also has proven effects on the production of collagen and hyaluronic acidwhich also improves skin density,” explains Furlan.

The choice of makeup also plays a primary role when looking for a natural and luminous finish. “Natural makeup came to highlight the beauty of each person and thus create a fresh and radiant appearance. This trend seeks to show off a face with a natural and fresh appearance, with a glow effect,” acknowledges Verónica Mendoza, Natura’s official makeup artist.

The main thing to keep in mind to achieve this effect is to keep in mind that it is a trend where the focus is on highlight light and freshness of the face.

“For this it is important to work with light tones and bases, which then allow some features to be highlighted with the highlighter, creating that feeling of radiant skin. The attention will focus on the shine of the eyelids and the best way to combine it is with shadows of neutral and pink tones, thus achieving a luminous finish.”

To obtain a glow effect, It is key to highlight all the points of light. It is recommended to apply powder highlighter on the top of the cheekbones, tip of the nose, under the end of the eyebrow (arch) and chin. In short, achieving glowing skin does not require magic, but rather constant care and the use of appropriate products.