You might spend hundreds of dollars on fashionable clothes, accessories and makeup, but all these things looks good only when you have a fit and toned body, and beautiful and healthy skin. Just as for a toned body you need to have an exercise regimen that is effective for your body type, you need to follow a beauty regimen that is suitable for your skin type and age. If you think that you can conceal bad skin under layers of makeup, then you couldn't be more wrong. Makeup looks great only when you have smooth, blemish free skin. And slathering on layers of makeup will not only make you look unnatural and too made-up, but it will also make you look older than your age. So start a daily beauty regimen for a smooth and radiant complexion. Make sure that you follow a beauty regimen that suits your skin type, and once you start it, make sure that you follow it everyday. One of the best ways to ensure that you follow your beauty regimen religiously is to choose one that is simple and not too high maintenance. Any beauty regimen consists of three basic steps; cleansing, toning and moisturizing. This might seem like a simple beauty ritual, but if you want a beautiful complexion, then following these steps is essential. The beauty regimen of a woman in her 20s will of course be different from that of a woman in her mid 30s or 40s. As we age, the skin loses collagen and it becomes prone to wrinkles and fine lines. So to combat these signs of aging, you need a different beauty regimen. Daily Beauty Regimen for Young Skin For women in their 20s, a basic beauty regimen of cleansing, toning and moisturizing is essential. If you have some specific problems like acne, blackheads or oily skin, then you need to address these specific issues too. Given below is a step-by-step skincare regimen for smooth and soft skin.

• Cleansing- Wash your face twice a day with a good cleanser. Avoid soap at all costs and invest in a face wash instead. If you have normal to dry skin, then wash your face and neck with a foaming facial cleanser, and if you have oily skin, choose an oil free gel cleanser.
• Toning- After cleansing your skin, the next step is to apply a toner. Choose an alcohol free toner that contains natural astringents like witch hazel extract or chamomile essence. A toner will help to remove any dirt or oil from your skin's pores and also restore your skin's pH balance.
• Moisturizing- Using a good moisturizer is very important to keep your skin hydrated and supple. Women with normal to dry skin should opt for a heavier moisturizer, which contains ingredients like niacinamide and ceramides that deeply moisturizes the skin. Women who have oily skin should stick to lighter water based moisturizers or mattifying that will hydrate skin without making your skin look oily. Moisturize at least twice a day immediately after having a shower, as it will lock the moisture in your skin.
• Exfoliating- A very important step in skin care is exfoliation. Exfoliate your skin once a week with a natural scrub that contains soft granules. This will remove dead cells and debris from the skin, allowing moisturizers to work effectively. Take care not to use scrubs and exfoliators too frequently as it will strip your skin of essential oils, leaving it dry and rough.
• Sun Protection- Never leave your home without applying a broad spectrum sunscreen. Sun damage is one of the primary causes of skin aging, and it can be prevented by using a sunscreen above SPF 30 that protects from both UVA and UVB rays.

Daily Beauty Regimen for Mature Skin From as early as the mid 30s, the skin begins to lose elasticity and shows signs of aging, like superficial wrinkles, fine lines and age spots. But with an intensive beauty regimen, you can wipe off years from your face. Besides following the cleansing, toning and moisturizing routine, you need some additional skin care.

• Use an Eye Cream- The skin around your eyes is the thinnest and also very delicate, which is why it is more prone to wrinkles and fine lines. So use a rich eye cream that will keep the under eye area hydrated. If you are suffering from under eye bags, then it is a good idea to skip rich creams and opt for an eye gel instead. For dark circles, use an eye cream that is specially formulated to address this. Since the eye area is very delicate, use your ring finger to apply eye cream for the gentlest pressure.
• Use an Anti Wrinkle Cream- Using an anti wrinkle cream should be a part of your daily skin care routine as soon as you hit your 30s. Anti wrinkle creams containing retinoid is your best bet to delay signs of aging and prevent the appearance of wrinkles and lines. So choose an anti aging cream that contains retinoid, but make sure that it suits your skin.
• Use a Dark Spot Corrector- As you age, dark spots or sun spots might appear on your skin, which mars your complexion and makes your skin looks blotchy with an uneven skin tone. Target these pesky brown spots by using a dark spot correcting serum or lotion, along with a high SPF sunscreen. This will help in fading the dark spots and evening out your complexion in a few weeks time.

Following a daily beauty regimen is the key to maintaining your skin's texture and complexion. Keeping your body hydrated by drinking adequate amount of water, not going to bed without removing your makeup, and eating well-balanced meals, are all part of an ideal beauty regimen. So if you want smooth and dewy skin that reflects good health, then start a skincare routine and stick to it.