There are various treatments and practices that help to have a smooth complexion.
Terso is a term that derives from the Latin tersus . This word, in turn, comes from tergĕre , linked to the action of cleaning . The adjective smooth, in this way, is used to describe that which is radiant , shiny or clear .
The most frequent use of the concept is associated with the skin . A smooth face , for example, is one that does not show wrinkles or marks: "I'm going to buy a cream to make my face smooth" , "The 70-year-old actress was surprised by her smooth complexion, without traces of the passage of time" , "If you continue including junk food in your diet, you will never achieve a smooth abdomen."
How to achieve a smooth complexion
Many people put special emphasis on achieving a skin that is smooth and soft, in order to show off a perfect image. In that case, what they do is apply different cosmetics , undergo specific treatments in beauty centers and even opt for homemade beauty routines and tricks, many of which have been passed down from generation to generation.
Among the most used habits of this type are the following:
- Before going to sleep, completely remove all makeup from your face so that the skin can oxygenate.
- Wash your face daily with water and neutral soap.
- Periodically, subject the skin to an exfoliation process to clean it thoroughly and remove all the dirt and impurities that may have lodged in it.
- Whenever you go out, it is essential to protect your facial skin with sunscreen, because this will prevent the appearance of spots and imperfections.
- You must hydrate your facial skin every day, which will also contribute to drinking at least 1.5 liters of water daily.
- Alcohol and tobacco should be put aside.
- You must follow a healthy, complete and balanced diet.
- Homemade masks can be applied to the face , for example one made with honey and sugar or one made with honey, lemon and egg white.
Facial masks help achieve a smooth complexion.
The adjective applied to objects
Beyond the skin, the adjective can also be used with respect to various objects.
«After setting the table, see if the tablecloth is smooth: I want this dinner to be perfect», «For the seafood to be shiny and smooth, it is important to respect the recommended cooking times» y"We must make sure the ropes are tight" son expresiones que muestran este uso.
Smooth on a symbolic level
On a symbolic level, terse alludes to that which stands out for its fluidity , purity or simplicity : "The businessman gave a terse and concise speech, which was applauded by all those present," "I am very happy to have been chosen to carry out this task." charge: the road to get here has not been smooth" , "The musician presented a smooth album, without superficial elements or great sound artifices" .
The opposite of smooth, in short, is that which is complex , confusing or tangled : "Unlike other films by the director, this film is not at all smooth: it is a proposal with a tangled plot that is difficult to follow."