Great skin is about more than just good skin care products. Physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, environmental, and social wellness impact skin health – the appearance and function of your skin.

Our skin is the largest organ of the body. It’s a multi-functioning organ that helps keep us healthy in many ways. It rids the body of waste and shields us from external elements and substances. Our skin is often an unsung wellness hero.

Here are six ways each area of wellness can help you achieve good skin health for a healthier life:

1. Physical

Eating a variety of colorful whole foods is a simple way to ensure you’re meeting micronutrient needs without having to track intake. When it comes to skin health, foods rich in vitamins C, D, K, B5, and B3 and minerals like zinc, potassium, and magnesium are the real stars. These micronutrients are essential in producing collagen and elastin, protecting against sun damage, regulating cell turnover, maintaining the moisture barrier, and much more. 

2. Emotional

Finding a meaningful way to combat stress can decrease common skin concerns. Research shows that numerous dermatological ailments are due to poor mental health. When you experience stress, hormones trigger an inflammatory response that can result in acne, rosacea, eczema, hives, dermatitis, or even worsen these existing conditions.

3. Financial

Having a consistent skincare regimen is a great habit but when you’re juggling numerous products and trying to layer in a 10-step routine, it can become not only excessive but expensive! Simplifying your routine to a few core products can help to balance your financial wellness while reducing stress on your skin and ensuring your products are working at their best.

4. Spiritual

Being spiritual doesn’t have to be practiced in a structured environment. A sense of spirituality can come from simply being mindful and seeking purpose in each moment. This can be as simple as creating a sleep hygiene routine before bed each night. Take the opportunity to be one with your thoughts, while giving your skin the attention it deserves.

5. Environmental

Being conscious of your surroundings can help keep you healthy but also mindful of your impact on the environment. Adjusting your skincare routine to seasonal changes, adapting products when traveling, and applying sunscreen, are all ways to be aware of how your environment can change your skin.

6. Social

Surrounding yourself with those who motivate and inspire you to be your best self is an important part of social well-being. If you’re feeling bogged down by the energy of others, try connecting with people and doing activities you love. Remember to lead by example and lift each other. Having meaningful relationships helps connect and reinforce other types of wellness, creating synergistic benefits for skin and overall health.

Recognizing that there are multiple dimensions of wellness can lead to a more balanced and sustainable lifestyle. Remember, great skin is about more than just great skincare products!