Cutis faciei
How to care for your facial skin consciously, naturally, and with a real “wow” effect
What’s really happening beneath your skin?
Your facial skin is not just a mirror of your health — it’s a living biological laboratory. Every day it defends you from pollution, sunlight, hormones, stress, bad creams… and even worse ingredients. Not to mention the “coffee and croissant for breakfast” diet.
Let’s start with the basics – the structure of your facial skin:
- Epidermis – the protective outer layer. Renews itself every 28 days. This is where you either glow… or look like you need a vacation.
- Dermis – home to collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid — the trio responsible for firmness, elasticity, and that plump, youthful look.
- Hypodermis – your backup battery and natural insulation, also protecting you from trauma and cold.
Over time, and with poor care, these layers weaken. Wrinkles appear, elasticity fades, and that glow? It checks out like a Friday afternoon.
What the world does for better skin – global beauty rituals worth stealing
- Japanese women practice daily double cleansing (oil + foam), even on makeup-free days.
- Korean routines include jade rollers and fermented fruit masks — they believe cold smooths more than Botox.
- Indian women start the day massaging their face with warm sesame oil, followed by a turmeric tonic.
- French women? Rosewater toners, minimalist style, and absolutely no pressure. Sometimes less really is très chic.
What you eat shows up on your face – food for glowing skin
Best ingredients for beautiful skin:
- 🫐 Berries, rosehip, aronia – antioxidant-rich and powerful anti-agers
- 🥑 Avocado & olive oil – natural sources of vitamin E
- 🥕 Carrot & pumpkin – full of beta-carotene for a healthy glow
- 🥬 Leafy greens – chlorophyll detoxifies and oxygenates your skin
- 🥥 Fermented foods (sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha) – healthy microbiome = healthy skin
Avoid these daily skin-saboteurs:
Sugar, alcohol, deep-fried or ultra-processed foods — your skin feels the damage even before your gut does.
Collagen – the invisible scaffolding of youthful skin
If your skin were a tent, collagen would be the poles. This structural protein makes up over 70% of the dry mass of the dermis, ensuring firmness, resilience, and wrinkle resistance. After age 25, collagen production begins to decline — slowly but steadily.
Where to find collagen naturally:
- Bone broth (chicken feet, turkey wings, beef marrow) — a traditional, collagen-rich elixir
- Whole small fish with bones — sardines, mackerel, anchovies
- Homemade gelatin desserts using fish or pork gelatin and natural fruit juices
Plants don’t contain collagen, but they help build it!
| Nutrient | Function |
|---|---|
| Vitamin C (rosehip, parsley, acerola) | Essential for collagen synthesis |
| Silica (nettles, horsetail, cucumber) | Strengthens collagen structure |
| Amino acids (proline, glycine – in bone broth and egg whites) | Raw materials for collagen |
| Anthocyanins (blackcurrant, aronia, blueberries) | Protect collagen from degradation |
| Omega-3s (flaxseed, fatty fish) | Reduce inflammation, improve skin elasticity |
What to combine collagen with for best results:
- Vitamin C – critical for absorption and production
- Zinc & copper – support tissue regeneration
- Probiotics – improve gut absorption of proteins
- Turmeric & ginger – reduce inflammation, aid protein digestion
❌ What destroys collagen?
- Sugar (especially high-fructose corn syrup)
- UV rays – even on cloudy days
- Smoking and chronic stress – the perfect anti-beauty combo
💡 Unusual but natural collagen boosters:
- Egg white masks – amino acid-rich, skin-tightening effect
- Nettle or horsetail tea – high in bioavailable silica
- Beet kvass – probiotic-rich, improves gut–skin connection
- Cold water facial rinses – boost microcirculation and tone
Face massage – 5 minutes a day that beats a €100 serum
Daily massage:
- Boosts circulation and oxygen delivery
- Reduces puffiness and improves tone
- Enhances absorption of serums and oils
- Feels amazing. Period.
🪞 How to do it:
- Clean hands and face
- Apply a few drops of oil (e.g., rosehip or hempseed)
- Use upward, outward motions with your fingertips
- Add jade rollers or gua sha for an extra boost
- Just 5 minutes — the glow is instant
🧴 What’s really in your skincare? Know the ingredients
❌ Ingredients your skin would swipe left on:
| Ingredient | Why to avoid |
|---|---|
| Parabens | Disrupt hormonal balance |
| SLS/SLES | Strip the skin’s natural barrier |
| PEGs | Let toxins penetrate more easily |
| Silicones | Block pores, create false smoothness |
| Formaldehyde releasers | Possible carcinogens and allergens |
| Phthalates | Hormone disruptors often hidden in “fragrance” |
| Aluminum salts | Linked to neurological conditions |
| Synthetic fragrances and dyes | Common allergy triggers, especially in sensitive skin |
✅ Ingredients your skin will love:
| Ingredient | What it does |
|---|---|
| Hyaluronic acid | Deep hydration and plumping |
| Vitamin C | Brightens, boosts collagen, antioxidant |
| Vitamin E | Fights free radicals, regenerates skin |
| Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) | Reduces inflammation, balances oil |
| Rosehip oil | Nourishes, evens tone, supports elasticity |
| Hydrosols (e.g., rose water) | Tone, refresh, and soothe |
| Bakuchiol | Natural retinol alternative, gentle and effective |
| Panthenol & Allantoin | Calm, repair, and protect |
🧪 Your face can reveal hidden health imbalances
| Symptom | Possible root cause |
|---|---|
| Breakouts on chin | Hormonal imbalance, insulin resistance |
| Dark under-eye circles | Anemia, kidney overload, poor sleep |
| Red patches | Food intolerance, histamine, liver overload |
| Flaky or dry skin | Vitamin A/E or omega-3 deficiency |
| Pigmentation | Oxidative stress, lack of UV protection |
Home remedies that work better than filters
Avocado smoothing face mask:
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp natural yogurt
- 1 tsp raw honey
👉 Apply for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water
Green tea + aloe toner:
- 1 bag of green tea (brewed and cooled)
- 1 tbsp aloe vera gel
Use morning and night with a cotton pad
✨ Take a moment in front of the mirror…
Is your skin truly being cared for — or just managed?
Maybe you’re dealing with dryness, breakouts, or irritation… or maybe you just feel like something’s not quite right.
When’s the last time you looked at your face not through flaws, but through signs of internal health?
Do you know your skin type — or are you still guessing and following what’s trending on TikTok? No worries. You’re here now to understand, not to guess.
Already have a few trusted home rituals that work wonders? Share them — someone else might be looking for exactly what you know.
And if you’re just starting your skin journey — great. You’re not alone.
Some deeper questions to ask yourself:
How does your skin respond to emotion?
Do you flush with stress, break out when anxious, look dull after a tense week? Your skin may be asking for mindfulness, not just moisturizer.
Is your diet supporting or sabotaging your skin?
Are you nourishing it with vitamin C, omega-3s, and probiotics — or loading it with sugar and inflammatory snacks?
When was the last time your skin rested?
Not just slept, but really rested — no makeup, no screen glare, just breath, hydration, and natural light?
More coming soon — including a guide to caring for dry, oily, sensitive, and aging skin types, as well as tips for managing acne, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune-related skin conditions.
