blue-backed fish

The omega-3 fatty acids found in blue-backed fish have powerful anti-inflammatory effects. By reducing inflammation, these omega-3s can help prevent and improve adult acne. On the other hand, fried foods, sugary sweets, and red meat may promote inflammation and worsen acne, so it’s best to avoid them.

Apply UV protection even if you’re only going outside for 15 minutes.

UV protection is necessary not only when spending long periods outdoors but also when going outside briefly. Ultraviolet rays can reach you on cloudy days and through window glass, so it’s important to take measures such as using sunscreen. Moreover, UV rays are present indoors, on rainy days, and even in winter, so precautions are recommended even if you spend little time outside.

Immediately after getting out of the bath

Right after you get out of the bath, your skin is full of moisture, and applying toner at that time makes it easier for the skin to absorb additional hydration from outside. Also, because your pores are open at this moment, the moisturizing ingredients in the toner can penetrate more effectively into the skin. Rubbing vigorously with a towel or waiting too long in the room will cause your skin to start drying out, so using toner immediately after getting out of the bath is most effective.

ceramide

Ceramides naturally exist in the outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, where they act like cement between cells. They have an excellent ability to retain moisture and are essential for maintaining the skin’s moisture balance. While hyaluronic acid and glycerin are also excellent humectants, ceramides are the most effective when it comes to strengthening the skin’s barrier function and sustaining long-lasting hydration.

night

At night, about 2–3 hours after falling asleep, the body secretes what’s called growth hormone. If you go to bed without washing your hair, dirt in the pores can interfere with this process and halt hair growth. To maintain beautiful hair—and especially if you’re concerned about thinning or hair loss—it’s better to wash your hair at night.

Before bedtime

Calcium absorption is most active during sleep. Consuming dairy products before bedtime can increase calcium absorption and help maintain bone density. Taking calcium at night may also help improve sleep quality.

spinach

For swelling, foods rich in potassium are recommended. Among these, spinach is a good option, but you should also actively include sweet potatoes, molokhia, taro, avocados, and natto. In addition, consuming too much salt can lead to swelling, so try to be mindful of your cooking methods as well.