How to Smooth Skin in Photoshop

I have decided to share my secret to always looking flawless in my Facebook profile pictures. I will be using Photoshop CC, but the features used can be found in previous versions of Photoshop CS.

Highlights of My Failed 365 Project

     So I tried to do a 365 project, but it became too time consuming with school about to start. It would have gotten even harder while I would be living away from home, so I figured I'd quit while I'm ahead. I was also at the point where I was out of ideas and motivation.