When you are working with the trinity of body, mind and spirit, it is important to remember that all three are distinct manifestations of the self, as well as being part of a whole. If one of these is out of balance, it necessarily affects the other parts of our self. Our body's health is important to our quality of life. The health of our body also shows up to us in a visible way, which in some societies, has even more importance than the actual internal health that one might have.
While fixation on the body's appearance is hardly healthy, there are a number of ways in which the outer appearance of the body can be used to gauge internal health. For example, if a person's skin is always dry, that is likely an indication that they need to drink more water. The false presumption would be to think that the solution for dry skin is more moisturizer. When it comes to facial skin care products, there are a number of things you should look at in order to find that right products for your skin.
To start off with, you want to be looking at the most healthful ingredients possible. That means avoiding harsh chemicals, regardless of what promises they may make. Likewise, it means using organic products made from plants as often as possible. Oftentimes, the needs of our skin can alert us to issues within the body that also need to be addressed, whether that is a lack of hydration or an over-stressed liver. Paying attention to your skin's needs is another way to listen to the body.
Of course, when your skin is looking great, you'll feel good about yourself, and that's always a good thing. If you do have trouble with your skin, remember that it is but a small part of one part of your whole being, and use your other skills to transcend small worries such as that.