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	Stay Away from These Complexion Crimes Cleanse-Tone-Moisturise; that's the key to beautiful skin, right? Well, not exactly. There is...

Cleanse-Tone-Moisturise; that's the key to beautiful skin, right? Well, not exactly. There is a lot more to healthy, glowing skin than just regular skincare. Here are 10 things you must not do if you want to ensure soft, supple skin.

1. Taking hot showers
We all love languishing in a steamy shower but hot water can damage delicate facial skin. "If you are prone to redness the heat can weaken capillaries making redness worse, so aim for a tepid temperature," the Daily Express quoted Shula Starkey, founder of Ark Skincare, as saying. Dr Jamuna Pai, cosmetologist advised not to use hot water on skin on hair. "Skin loses its essential oils if you use very hot water," she said.

2. Stressing out
It's well-known that stress has a negative effect on health but it adversely affects your skin too. Try yoga and deep breathing techniques and treat your skin to a de-stressing product. "The stress hormone cortisol is your skin's worst ageing enemy and as we age, the levels rise. Avoid coffee and alcohol to relieve stress as it will only ramp up cortisol levels," said Starkey.

3. Rushing your cleansing routine
The new trend of cleansing in a hurry using packet wipes has many skin experts cringing. Inadequate cleansing can lead to bacteria buildup and skin break-outs. Dermatologist Dr Apratim Goel said, "Cleansing is very important and should not be ignored, no matter what. Use a make-up remover first, if you are wearing makeup. Don't substitute a cleanser for a make-up remover."

4. A balanced diet
Deepshikha Agarwal, dietitian and sports nutritionist said, "The kind of food you have, can easily show on your skin." Sticking to a strict low-fat diet can age and dull skin. Good fats are crucial for skin health, repair, moisture and flexibility. "Essential fatty acids from oily fish, eggs, flax seeds, walnuts and dark green vegetables are particularly important," said dietician Tanya Haffner.

5. Eating sugary snacks
Too much sugar in the bloodstream widens your waistline and can result in wrinkles. "Glycation is a process where sugar in the bloodstream reacts with collagen in the skin and changes its structure from springy and stretchy to hard and brittle and can lead to premature skin ageing," said nutritionist Melanie Flower. The process is accelerated in people with poor insulin control but Melanie advises cutting back on sugar. "Snacks containing protein are the best option when cravings strike, especially nuts and seeds because they contain skin-friendly oils," she said.

6. Not wearing sun protection
If you slather on SPF protection only when the sun is shining you're not doing enough, dermatologist Dr Stefanie Williams said. Ritu Tanwar, aesthetician added, "It is essential to use a sun-protection moisturiser every day; even when you are not going out. Use one that has a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of around 30 or more."

7. Neglecting your neck
"You should care for your neck exactly as you do your face, so apply all your facial skincare products from the hairline right down to the neck and décolletage," said Williams. "Use an antioxidant serum under your sun protection moisturiser every day," she added.

8. Not protecting against pollution
"Exposure to environmental pollution plus passive exposure to tobacco smoke can cause oxidative stress and damage to skin," said Williams and added, "Pollutants can also make the skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of UV exposure."

9. Drinking too much
Alcohol dilates the capillaries and over time can lead to broken veins and flushing of the face, deplete the body of vitamin A, an important antioxidant for skin elasticity, and dehydrate leaving your skin more prone to wrinkling. So drink water alongside alcohol and make sure you are getting enough daily fluid, advised Tanya Haffner. "Six to eight glasses will give your skin the necessary moisture for a dewy look and help flush out toxins," she said. If you are sipping cocktails on your night out, forego the straw as the sucking effect encourages wrinkles to form round the mouth.

10. Not sleeping enough
Skin regenerates at night so make sure you get eight hours. "Studies have shown lack of sleep can increase cortisol levels, which is associated with acceleration of the ageing process, reduced collagen production and increased collagen degradation," said Williams. Dr Apratim says, "During sleep our skin absorbs products better so we should use soothing night creams with a calming aroma."