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8-StepSkin Reset
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETWhat is a skin reset?A skin reset helps “detox” your skin and unclog your pores, so you canlook and feel good from the inside out. Although your skin naturallydetoxifies itself, it needs a little help when dealing with things like airpollution, stress, and product build-up.Your skin needs a reset if you.Can’t pinpoint the source of your skin issues(breakouts, excessive dryness, oil overproduction, etc.)Have a dull or uneven skin toneHave wrinkles and sagging skinWant radiant, youthful-looking skinFollow these guidelines for7 consecutive days for athorough skin detox / 01 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 1: Commit to a daily skincare routineFirst, evaluate your current skincare routine and products. Are you takingcare of your skin day and night? Do you have everything you need?Next, make sure to use the correct sequence in your skincare routine.Why? Because certain products (like moisturizer) can affect your skin’sability to absorb what you apply next. Morning and night, apply yourskincare products in the following order:MORNINGNIGHT1. FACE CLEANSER1. MAKEUP REMOVER2. TONER2. FACE CLEANSER3. SERUM3. TONER4. MOISTURIZER4. SERUM5. EYE CREAM5. MOISTURIZER/CREAM6. SUNSCREEN6. EYE CREAM/ 02 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 2: Product PurgeThrow out any expired skincare products or makeup. Old products canharbor harmful bacteria, irritate your skin, or even cause infections. Plus,expired products just don’t work as well.If you don’t know the expiration date or can’t remember when youpurchased it, give it a close inspection. Throw away anything that haschanged in texture, color, or smell. You should also discard any productthat has visibly separated.SHELF LIFE:Mascara & eyeliner 3 monthsFoundation & concealer 6 months - 1 yearLip products 1 yearBlush and powder makeup 2 yearsCleanser 1 yearToners 6 months - 1 yearAHA exfoliants 1 yearMoisturizer, serum & sunscreen 1 yearLip balm 1 yearAnother precaution you should take is knowing which ingredients are inyour skincare products. After all, your skin absorbs what you put on it!Two common skin-irritating ingredients you should look out for (andavoid) are: parabens and phthalates./ 03 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 3: Skin Care EssentialsThere’s more to maintaining your skin than justchoosing the right creams and cleansers.To get the best results, you also have to apply thoseproducts with the correct technique. These areabsolute skin care Do’s and Don'ts:“Upward & Outward”techniqueDON’TDOLimit makeup removal to just a face towelette.It’s not enough and irritates your skin withaggressive wiping.Use an oil-based makeup remover to gentlybreakdown makeup without tugging at your skin.Use hot water to rinse your face.Use lukewarm water to rinse your face.Neglect cleanser after makeup remover.Double cleanse. Step 1: Makeup remover Step 2: Face Cleanser.Exfoliate every day.If your skin doesn’t feel too tight or dry, you canexfoliate up to twice a week.Use harsh physical exfoliants that containmicro-particles like crushed walnut shells.Use chemical exfoliants like alpha hydroxyacids (AHA).Rub your face dry with a dirty towel.Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel.Mist your face with toner spray.Use a cotton pad to distribute the toner.Rub and pull your skin when applying eye cream.Use your ring finger to gently pat eye creamaround your orbital bone.Slap and slather moisturizer or face cream onyour skin with downward or tugging motions.Move your hands upward & outward to preventwrinkles and sagging.Neglect sunscreen, even on cloudy days.Apply sunscreen every morning beforegoing outside./ 04 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 4: Restock your kitchenThe food you eat deeply affects your skin. In the table below, the ‘NO’column points out foods and drinks to avoid because they contribute toskin inflammation, wrinkles, and sagging. Instead, fill your grocery cartwith the foods from the ‘YES’ column. These foods nourish your skinwith collagen-tightening vitamins and UV-protecting antioxidants.NOYESExcess salt and sugarFresh fruit and raw veggiesExcess red meatLean proteinLots of carbohydrates(chicken, turkey, or fish)Nuts and seedsDairyCalcium(spinach, kale, white beans, or soy)AlcoholDetox waterExcess caffeineHerbal teaTry these easy and refreshing fruit-infused detox water recipes CUCUMBER LEMONRASPBERRY LIMEBERRY ROSEMARYINGREDIENTSINGREDIENTSINGREDIENTS8 cups of water1 cucumber, sliced1 lemon, sliced10 mint leaves8 cups of water2 cups of raspberries2 limes, sliced6-8 fresh basil leaves8 cups of water1 cup of blueberries1 cup of strawberries2-4 sprigs of rosemaryINSTRUCTIONSCombine all the ingredients in a large airtight jar and refrigerate overnight, allowing thefruit to naturally infuse into the water./ 05 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 5: Drink enough water every dayYour skin may be feeling congested or dehydrated due to a lack of water.Dehydrated skin is dry, tight, flaky, and prone to wrinkles. Since yourskin cells mostly consist of water, they only function properly whenyou’re fully hydrated. So, this step is crucial for beautiful, healthy skin.HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD YOU DRINK?Drink at least half your body weight in ounces of water per day.If you live in a hot climate or exercise often, drink up to yourbody weight in ounces of water per day.* Example: 160 lbs / 2 80 oz (min) 160 oz (max)BODYWEIGHT(lbs)2160 lbs / 2 80 oz18OUNCES80 oz / 8 oz 10 cupsWATERNEEDEDPER DAY10 cups per day*Note: Don’t drink all this water at once. Keep yourself hydrated throughout the day.Use the PRINTABLE WATER TRACKER on Page 10to make sure you’re staying hydrated./ 06 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 6: CardioStart your morning with a brisk walk — at least 15 minutes. Exercise willperk-up your skin so you can take on the day feeling and looking good.Try to go makeup-free when you exercise so your pores aren’t blockedwhile you sweat.Morning cardio is “good skincare” because It gives your skin a healthy glow by increasing blood-flow to your face.It encourages cell regeneration and toxin removal. (Better blood-flow delivers more oxygen& restorative nutrients to skin cells.)It helps reduce wrinkles over time by maintaining healthy levels of cortisol — the “stresshormone” which contributes to collagen breakdown if it’s elevated in your bloodstream.Step 7: Beauty SleepYou need plenty of sleep for healthy, rejuvenated skin. While you sleep,your body rebalances your hydration levels and repairs damaged cells.Without enough sleep, you’ll notice puffy under-eye bags, dark circles,dryness, and visible signs of aging (like wrinkles). Doctors recommend7-9 hours of sleep per night for adults.How to sleep better:Turn off any sources of blue light an hour before you sleep (phone, computer, TV, clock).Replace afternoon naps with a short power-walk for a burst of energy. (Any daytimeexercise helps your body quickly get into ‘sleep mode’ as soon as you lay down at night.)Don’t work in bed so you don’t associate it with things other than rest.Create a routine. Go to sleep at the same time each night and wake up at the same timeeach morning to train your circadian rhythm, or “body clock.”No caffeine past 2 p.m./ 07 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 8: Makeup-free spa day at homeLet your skin breathe without the obstruction of makeup for your lastday of detox. While you go bare-faced, pamper yourself with this easy DIYface mask* made from just three ingredients:123Avocados are packed with healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants.Applied topically, the oils will penetrate and soften your skin while thefatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants protect and nourish your skin.Apple Cider Vinegar works as a natural toner and exfoliator. ACVbalances the skin’s oil and pH levels without stripping it. Plus, itsglycol content helps to gradually fade dark spots and even-out yourskin tone.Honey is naturally antibacterial, antioxidant-rich, and soothing. Theseproperties can help with acne, slow down aging, and hydrate your skin.Add these ingredients to your grocery list; then, use them to make thisskin-nourishing mask and enjoy the leftovers as a delicious, healthy treat.DIY SKIN-SOOTHING MASKINGREDIENTS½ ripe avocado½ tsp apple cider vinegar1 tbsp honeyINSTRUCTIONSMash the avocado until it’s smooth; then mix-inthe apple cider vinegar and honey. Apply the maskto your clean face with your fingers. Let the masksit for 20 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarmwater. Follow with your usual skincare routine.* You can also use City Beauty’s Line-Smoothing HydroMask for even deeper hydration and nourishment fromessential plumping, firming, & smoothing ingredients./ 08 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETToday is the day to take back your skin.Although you can’t just click a button to “reset” your skin, you can justas easily take the necessary steps to make it look and feel brand new. Ifyou want radiant and youthful-looking skin, be sure to follow thesesteps consistently:CITY BEAUTY’S 8-STEP SKIN RESETStep 1: Commit to a daily skincare routineTake care of your skin morning and night with the right products in the right sequence.Step 2: Product PurgeThrow away expired products. They irritate your skin and just don’t work as well.Step 3: Skin Care EssentialsUse the proper techniques to get the most out of all your skincare products.Step 4: Restock your kitchenKnow which foods to eat and which to avoid before you head to the grocery store.Step 5: Drink enough water every dayHydration is crucial for healthy skin. Make sure you’re drinking the right amount of water!Step 6: CardioStart your morning with blood-pumping exercise for glowing, youthful skin.Step 7: Beauty SleepSleep for 7-9 hours each night so your body can restore and rebalance your skin.Step 8: Makeup-free spa day at homeEnjoy some much-deserved pampering with a skin-soothing face mask.Start my 8-Step Skin Reset today and I’m confidentyou’ll love the way your skin looks and feels by theend of the week. I know you can do it!/ 09 /
CITY BEAUTY / 8-STEP SKIN RESETDaily Water TrackerUse this DAILY WATER TRACKER by coloring in one glass for each cup ofwater you drink.MY DAILY GOAL:I WILL DRINKCUPS PER nday/ 10 /
Step 3: Skin Care Essentials Step 4: Restock your kitchen Step 5: Drink enough water every day Step 6: Cardio Step 7: Beauty Sleep Step 8: Makeup-free spa day at home Today is the day to take back your skin. Start my 8-Step Skin Reset today and I’m con“dent you’ll love the way your skin
