pH balance is vital to your skin health. Your skin is naturally designed to fight off infection, and environmental stresses. PH balance refers to how acidic or alkaline your skin is. It’s important to be aware of how your pH balance stacks up. The pH scale for your skin is from 1-14. More acidic and lower pH level is actually better for your skin. Though neutral is a 7, the perfect healthy skin pH level is around 4-6, or what you could consider “weakly acidic.”
Acid or Alkaline
Having more unhealthy levels of acid in your skin leads to dryness, cracked lips, and redness and discoloration. It even sometimes leads to unhealthy teeth and gums, including tooth sensitivity.
By contrast, alkaline skin is too oily and can lead to pimples, and dermatitis.
How To Naturally Treat Your Skin
You should be sure to regularly test your pH levels, with pH testing strips. This can tell you the condition of your skin, as you’re making changes.
There are plenty of natural ways to treat skin that has become unbalanced, to keep your skin healthy and glowing.
Showering
Your daily shower routine can deeply impact your skin. Hard water means your water source contains excessive minerals, which can dry out your skin. Consider investing in a water softener.
Moisturize
We’ve already explained the importance of acid in your skin. Avoid excess alkaline in your skin by using chemical-free and natural moisturizers with vitamins and minerals. Look for products that specify ‘Naturally pH balance.” Talk to a dermatologist for the best options for your skin.
Diet
It’s no secret that what you eat has a huge impact on the condition of your skin. Stay away from processed meats and unhealthy fats. Instead, get your vitamin E, A, C, and D. And lots of healthy fats, antioxidants, and Omega-3s, as well. Healthy fats and lean proteins, like lean meats, nuts, and avocados give you healthy, strong skin, and hair. Fruits give you healthy acids that raise the acid level of your skin and keep it in the sweet spot for that perfect glow, without leading to the acidity that causes a variety of skin conditions. Avoiding unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking too much soda or coffee, and processed sugar also keeps your skin healthy. Eating more antioxidant-rich and immune-boosting vegetables can also boost your skin’s pH and avoid discoloration and skin conditions.
Avoid Chemicals
As our body’s largest organ, your skin is designed to keep you safe from the outside world. But our skin doesn’t stand a chance against harsh chemicals. Opt for natural skincare products, Paraben-Free shampoos, and Non-Toxic cosmetics. If you're a fan of chemical peels be aware of potential risks. There can be changes to skin coloration and sun sensitivity. The latter can be avoided with regular use of chemical-free sunscreen. Be sure to use a professional experienced as a chemical peel alters the skin's natural pH.
Use a Humidifier
Regularly using a humidifier will moisturize the air in your environment, which makes it gentler on your skin, and helps detoxify your skin.
Your skin’s pH level can affect not only how you look and feel, but also impacts your overall health. This includes your teeth, and even your immune system. Keep your skin healthy by keeping a balanced pH in a natural way.
