A healthy skin and perfect glowing complexion tops the wish list of every woman irrespective of her age. There's just something so appealing about a refreshing, minimal makeup look.

Being a scientist and researcher, Neil Niren MD will take a flying leap into his all-time favorite skin routines that will help keep your skin healthy and hydrated as the weather starts to turn.  The lack of sunlight and the dehydrating central heating as well as the cold weather are not benefiting factors for your skin. Luckily, this dermatologist knows the secrets that will help prevent bad skin and protect your skin from the bad weather.

For years, different countries and cultures have practiced their own natural ingredients as remedies for the skin. As Dr. Niren points out, even after the advancement in science and technology, most of us continue to use these simple, natural, and effective beauty remedies. Your skin truly is a reflection of your overall health, so adopting habits that benefit the entire body is crucial for a glowing complexion. Although taking care of dry skin isn't an easy job, he assures there are natural, effective ways to keep your skin smooth and healthy.

It goes without saying that you should wash your face twice a day and remove your make up, to get rid of the oils and dirt that have built up on your skins surface. In addition, Neil Niren MD recommends using gentle soap and water for washing your face and always making sure you’ve removed all traces of make-up, as these oils and dirt can clog pores and leave you with bogged down skin. And although beauty products may have beneficial effects, the doctor asserts that beauty comes from within, and what's in the inside is what reflects on the outside. All it takes is a healthy start from within, and Dr Niren always recommends proper right nutrition to make sure you're in the best position to look your best.

With that being said, he thinks it’s safe to say that the best and cheapest, way to prevent dry skin is to keep your skin hydrated from the inside out by drinking lots of water. Drinking water will make your skin look healthier, and it will feel smoother and softer.

Cut down on caffeine and sugar intake and replace with green teas and other anti-oxidant rich food. Eating healthy food, rich in antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, E, and B, or minerals such as selenium, manganese, zinc and carotenoids is your passport to natural healthy looking skin. Fresh fruits, vegetables and other natural foods are hoarded with these essential nutrients, remarks Neil Niren MD.

Follow the doctor's instructions and cut down on caffeine and sugar intake and replace with green teas and other anti-oxidant rich food. A cup of green tea every day is good therapy for your skin. Packed with rich antioxidants it helps in reducing acne and enhances your skin to look younger and healthier. A dash of juice from a citrus fruit into your green tea further boosts its skin enhancing properties.

Exercise is a valuable addition to maintaining a healthy complexion, will tell every physician. Yoga is a fantastic option for both mind and body. As little as 10 minutes in the morning and 10 in the evening will help you to remain focused, relaxed and better able to deal with cravings.

Proper rest is essential for your body to function at its peak. According to Neil Niren MD, a good night’s sleep is the basis of the concept of beauty rest.  Additionally, he links stress with acne and other skin problems. Whether you prefer relaxing baths, a yoga practice, or quality time to yourself, for the sake of skin beauty and health, take time out from your schedule to reduce stress.