Basic skin care should form part of a person s way of life, since having healthy skin is also a good way to ensure healthy living, which also contributes to ensuring preventive measures against health threatening conditions like skin cancer and other skin related diseases. First skin care regiment to consider would be cleansing. How to take care of the skin Facial skin care is not as complicated as some think. With the right attitude and discipline, one can actually create a facial skin care routine that will help bring about that healthy glow. Below are just some tips that can help you start. 1. Get a good night sleep They did not call it beauty sleep for nothing. Do remember that since adolescent skin is still sensitive, the appearance of acne does not conclusively indicate that your child s face is really dirty, but is just a result of their skin s sensitivity. Also, adult facial cleansing formulas could also be too harsh for their sensitive skin and should also be avoided. One way to do this is by using safe and effective sun protection. Studies show that 90 percent of facial aging is cause by the damage brought by UV rays and radiation. You can protect yourself from UV rays by applying sun block or sunscreen daily, wearing clothing that helps protect your skin from the sun's rays such as long sleeves and pants along with wide brimmed hats, and by lessening your exposure to the sun especially in its peak hours-10a. This skin type is often susceptible to acne problems and breakouts. It is then important that the person practice proper hygiene all the time. This is especially true if the person also has oily skin, which may exacerbate the problem all the more. Although it is recommended to wash the face twice a say, some wash their face a couple of times more during the day to ensure that it is kept clean. It is also the one responsible for the appearance of brown spots, not only on the face but also on the shoulders and on the back. There is also of course the danger of developing skin cancer from direct rays of the sun. As uncommon as it may seem, tumors can actually develop on the face. This is why putting on sunscreen whether you plan to stay outside for long or not, whether it is summer or winter, is highly recommended.