These morning skincare mistakes are actually ageing you

© Provided by Associated NewsWhat does your morning skincare routine involve, a quick wash and go with a little water?

Or are you a bit more organised, popping on some moisturiser between mouthfuls of cereal?

Both aren’t really enough, these morning skincare mistakes are actually ageing you.

1- Using a facecloth for more than a day

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We agree that using a face cloth with a cleanser or cleansing oil is great for exfoliating while you clean your face.

Using an old washcloth, unfortunately, exposes you to bacteria from dirt, old makeup, dead skin cells, and more.

All of these can accumulate on the cloth, and since it usually remains moist after you use it, you’re popping back on yesterday’s grime. Ugh.

2- Not cleaning at all

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This one’s a big mistake if you want younger looking skin, not older.

While you’re sleeping at night, oil and bacteria build up on your skin from your pillow, blankets, your hands (if you touch your face), and your hair.

You also sweat and shed dead skin cells, wash these off in the morning to save your skin from breakouts and dullness.

3- Leaving skin to dry out

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Once you’ve cleansed your skin there’s got to be no hanging about with the rest of your routine.

Allowing your skin to dry out waiting on serum and/or moisturiser lets it dry and lose moisture causing tightness.

The minute you pat skin dry get that extra beauty on ASAP.

4- Don’t use too much anti-ageing

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Morning really isn’t the time to address anti-ageing.

Effective treatment like retinoids and peels are best done overnight away from any sunlight.

More than anything this can age you, as these types of treatments can make skin sensitive.

5- Never forget sunscreen

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If you’re using sunscreen every morning, great, you’re helping to protect your skin and preserve its youthful appearance.

But people use either too little or rely on it in makeup.

To slow ageing everyday, use a sun factor in a moisturiser that’s hydrating too or apply a straightforward sunscreen over your moisturiser.

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Daily consumption of cheese linked to reduction in heart attack, stroke risk

All cheese is rich in vitamins, minerals and proteins which help protect against cardiovascular disease.

New Delhi: Used as a main ingredient in many dishes and as a taste enhancer

in some, cheese is a gourmet lover's delight.

However, cheese is often on the list of things to avoid for those who want to 

lead a healthy life. But, cheese lovers now have a reason to rejoice!

According to a new research, eating a daily portion of cheese could reduce the

 risk of fatal heart attacks and stroke.

This comes just months after a previous study found that cheese could hold 

the keys to a longer life.

According to the research, a daily portion of the size of a small matchbox 

reduces the chances by 14 percent. All cheese is rich in vitamins, minerals 

and proteins which help protect against cardiovascular disease.

Cheese also contains high levels of calcium, which means that although it is 

high in fat, less of that fat is absorbed by the body.

Participants eating around one-and-a-half ounces (40g) a day saw the greatest

reduction in risk to their health.

The scientists said the research also showed cheese boosted levels of 

so-called "good" cholesterol while reducing levels of "bad" cholesterol.

Reacting to the latest study, Ian Givens, Professor of Food Chain Nutrition at 

Reading University, said calcium from dairy products such as cheese played a

vital role in reducing fat in the body.

He said, "They do seem to be associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular 

disease and - particularly with yoghurt - Type 2 diabetes, which is an area of 

research we are trying to develop because there are 700 new cases every day.

 The biggest element in cheese appears to be the close association between 

calcium and 

fat."

Adding, "There is a link between the fat and calcium which makes the fat less 

digestible."

Sophie Clarke, of the British Cheese Board, said, "Far from having a negative 

effect, a number of large studies have shown dairy products to have a 

protective effect on factors relating to heart health. Looking specifically at 

cheese, a number of studies show no association between eating cheese and 

heart disease."

The study was published in the European Journal of Nutrition.