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How to Get the Smoothest Skin You've Ever Had

July 01, 2021 6 min read

If you're looking for a way to have smooth skin but feel like you've tried everything, it's time to rethink your regimen.

There are a multitude of causes that might leave your complexion looking rough and dull, ranging from the environment to stress and your diet—and after all, healthy skin equals smoother skin.

Josie Holmes, a certified esthetician at SKINNEY Medspa, offers professional advice on how to make your skin feel and look baby-soft.

But first, let's look at what is the cause of rough skin.

Have you ever wondered why your skin has been so dry? Stress, your food, and your surroundings may all be doing havoc on the surface of your skin. Dryness, dehydration, and a buildup of dead skin cells are the most common causes of rough skin, according to Holmes. If your skin's texture has recently begun to feel harsh, the climate in which you live may be contributing to the change. “Our skin has a natural equilibrium between natural oils and water, and you can tell when this is out of balance by looking at our skin,” Holmes adds. If you go on vacation to a hotter, more humid area, your skin's levels may be thrown off, resulting in a harsh complexion.

Your skin texture is influenced by a variety of factors, including the weather and your surroundings, as well as your lifestyle. You may be able to get through the day if you're a night owl who gets very little sleep, but it will eventually show—on your face. “Lifestyle decisions like drinking and smoking can also contribute to having rough skin,” Holmes explains.

While there are some things you can control, some of us are genetically predisposed to rough skin disorders, regardless of how diligently we follow our skincare routine. According to Holmes, “genetics can impact certain rough skin conditions including eczema and keratosis pilaris.”

Techniques to Make your Skin Smoother

1. Exfoliate on a regular basis.

Exfoliation is the most important thing you can do to achieve baby-soft skin. Exfoliating removes dead skin cells and helps to remove dirt, bacteria, filth, and build-up from the surface of your skin. According to Holmes, exfoliation eliminates oils and impurities from the skin, aids product penetration, and improves cellular turnover and circulation. If you're not sure how to exfoliate your face, there are a few options: chemical exfoliants, mechanical exfoliants, or exfoliators that combine the two. Depending on your skin type, you can choose an exfoliating method. “I would recommend using an exfoliator that has alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids, or enzymes if you have dry, rough skin,” Holmes adds.

Chemical exfoliation may sound harsh, but it's actually not that harsh, making it a good alternative for sensitive skin and people who have a lot of breakouts. Look for glycolic acid or lactic acid in cleansers or nighttime treatments. If you have blemishes, salicylic acid can fight acne-causing germs and reveal smooth skin underneath.

If you have regular skin, you have a lot of options. “It's absolutely a matter of personal preference,” Holmes explains. Combining the two will give you the best results if you have mixed skin. “Combination skin responds well to combination exfoliants,” Holmes explains, referring to skincare products that contain both chemical and physical exfoliants. You can exfoliate a few times a week to acquire bright skin, depending on your skin type. “Oily skin can be exfoliated 3-5 times each week,” Holmes explains. If you don't exfoliate on a regular basis, your skin will get dull and harsh.

2. Make sure you're drinking lots of water.

What we put on our faces isn't as important as what we put in our bodies when it comes to maintaining healthy skin.

“We are made up of around 80% water, and our cells require water to function properly,” Holmes explains.

The more water you drink, the more your cells (including your skin cells) plump up, helping them to work more efficiently and eliminate pollutants.

According to Holmes, drinking water will help your skin seem nourished, moisturized, and healthy.

Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day to keep your skin looking fresh.

3. Use a honey mask on your face.

By using honey, a culinary staple that works great on your skin, you can gain all of the benefits of exfoliation. “Honey contains alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and enzymes that help exfoliate the skin by sloughing away dead skin cells, eliminating dirt and grime, lowering excess oils, and cleaning pores without harming the skin's acid mantle,” Holmes explains. Build your own face mask with the natural exfoliator. To make a moisturizing complexion enhancer, combine one tablespoon raw honey or Manuka honey with two tablespoons whole-fat Greek yogurt. Apply on your face for 15-20 minutes, then remove with a warm washcloth dampened with lukewarm water.

4. Apply the appropriate moisturizer.

Moisturizing is essential for maintaining a soft and flawless complexion, but finding the proper moisturizer for your skin type is essential for getting the most out of your face lotion. Enzymes, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and ceramides, according to Holmes, are the most effective components for treating rough, dry skin. Choose a moisturizer with ceramides to hydrate and rebuild your skin's barrier if you have sensitive, dry skin. “If your skin is dry, you should use ceramides to help restore moisture to your skin cells,” Holmes explains. Some of the best moisturizers for dry, sensitive skin may be found here.

Hyaluronic acid, which your skin absorbs like a tall glass of water, is another effective component for smoothing skin. “HA helps your skin regain its hydration,” Holmes explains. Incorporating HA into your skincare routine is your best chance if you're seeking for a quick solution to obtain smooth skin. It functions like a sponge, drawing water to your skin and increasing your hydration levels, thanks to its humectant characteristics. While a moisturizer containing hyaluronic acid is great for dry skin, most formulas are lightweight and may be used on oily or mixed skin as well.

The finest moisturizers for combination skin are mild, non-comedogenic, mattifying products that can improve the texture of your skin dramatically. Even if you have oily skin, you should use a moisturizer as part of your daily routine. If you don't, your oil glands will go into overdrive and generate even more oil, clogging your pores and causing nasty breakouts. Thanks to a combination of oil-free compositions and nourishing ingredients, the finest moisturizers for oily skin provide nourishment without excess oil.

5. Apply a layer of SPF.

The first image that comes to mind when we think of smooth skin is that of a newborn infant, and one of the reasons for this is that a baby's skin is so delicate since it hasn't been exposed to the sun's harmful UV rays. Wearing SPF every day, even in the winter (and on overcast days! ), is essential for keeping your skin healthy and smooth. Clouds can allow up to 80% of UV rays to flow through, and they can even pierce your car glass.

According to Holmes, “UV rays trigger your body to expel oils and water, leaving your skin dry and parched after direct exposure.” The apparent impacts of sunbathing may take years to manifest. Because continuous exposure breaks down the collagen fibers and elastin in your skin over time, you may develop a harsher, leathery complexion.

If you're going to go outside, wear your nicest hat and use SPF 30 or higher sunscreen, which you should reapply every two hours. Wear UPF clothing to keep the rest of your body shielded from the sun for further sun protection.

6. Make sure you're getting enough vitamin C.

While you won't be able to entirely reverse years of sun damage, a regular dosage of vitamin C will help to rebuild your skin's barrier and prevent further damage. Vitamin C can help remove sun spots and brighten and smooth your overall complexion. “Vitamin C serves as a superficial exfoliator and antioxidant on the skin, reducing hyperpigmentation, alleviating symptoms of fine lines and wrinkles, and preventing free radical damage,” Holmes explains.

If you don't currently use vitamin C in your skincare routine, you should begin doing so in the morning to prepare your skin and improve your complexion. It will work to keep damaging free radicals at bay from environmental stressors such as the sun's harmful UVA and UVB radiation and pollution as you go about your day. SUNDAY RILEY C.E.O. 15 percent Vitamin C Brightening Serum, which is ideal for all skin types and works to reinforce your skin's moisture barrier while decreasing fine wrinkles, dark spots, and pores to give you a luminous glow, is one of our favorites.

7. Use a humidifier when sleeping.

Because air conditioning and heating can cause your skin to lose moisture, sleep with a humidifier. “Using a humidifier and incorporating oils into your skin care routine is one of my favorite methods for dry and dull skin,” Holmes adds. Skin can also be severely dried out by central air, a loud fan, or a heating system. To get the most out of your skincare products, use a face oil during your nighttime routine and then sleep with a humidifier. “A humidifier will replenish moisture in the area, and oils will tell your skin not to overproduce sebum,” Holmes explains.

8. Retinol is a good option.

If you want to improve the appearance and feel of your skin, it's time to start using retinol, which has potent anti-aging qualities. Retinol, a vitamin A derivative and resurfacing agent, helps to improve fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen formation. As a result, your skin will appear younger and feel softer.

It is not necessary to go on a shopping trip for a fully new line of goods to get smooth skin. Small modifications to your everyday routine, on the other hand, can make a big difference in the way your skin looks and feels.