There are certain skincare tips that apply to everyone, irrespective of the skin type, and most of them are habits that when cultivated and religiously followed will ensure clear skin in a relatively short time. We are talking about effective tips that do not require pursestrings to be loosened, and are backed by experts and dermatologists. Listed below are some of the best tips to not only get clear, but also to preserve the health and youthfulness of your skin.

1. Switch to Gentle Cleansers: One of the most important steps to include in your daily skin care routine is to cleanse your skin thoroughly, especially before hitting the bedtime. Cleansing helps to eliminate debris, dead skin cells, sebum, pollutants, from the skin. And make sure you are not using soap or harsh cleansers to do the cleansing part. Harsh cleansers and soaps can strip natural oils, disrupt the pH barrier of skin, and cause dryness.  If nothing, using besan instead of a store-bought cleanser would work the best – here’s a “Rice Water, Gram Flour and Honey Face Pack” that gently exfoliates and cleanses as well. 2. Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize: No matter what your skin type, never forget to moisturize it well. After the cleansing and toning, your skin tends to feel stretchy and dry. To prevent this, use a good moisturizer to hydrate your skin. It will aid your skin repair itself, minimize water loss from the skin and keep it soft and supple. Regular moisturization will p...