Post-Summer Skin Essentials
It is time to say a sad goodbye to summer...
...and begin to brace ourselves for the cold winter months, but that doesn't mean you have to give up your fresh, sun-kissed, glowing complexion just yet. We are here with a variety of skin tips you can use you hold onto your healthy summer skin!
Firstly, be careful of winter-time skin risks: harsh cold winds, drying indoor heat, sun deprivation, heavier makeup and oil based skincare. These elements stress the skin, contribute to product buildup and an all over dull complexion…
Secondly, start the season fresh by cleaning that makeup bag, or treating yourself to a new one. Followed by wiping down the remaining products with baby wipes.
Lastly, those brushes need a thorough wash so no nasties are transferred from brush, to product and onto your skin!
Try our Instant Brush Cleaner , it will deep-clean and completely dry your brushes in seconds!
Or if for an at-home remedy, a great technique is to massage raw coconut oil into the bristles before rinsing in warm water with a bit of baby shampoo (far more gentle than normal soap)!
DIY Beach Body Detox Scrub
This formula uses Sesame Oil to nourish, Eucalyptus to purify and Caffeine to firm.
Ingredients:
1/2 Cup fine grain sea salt.
1/2 Cup finely ground coffee beans.
1/2 Cup sesame oil.
1/2 Teaspoon eucalyptus essential oil.
How to Apply:
- Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl and store in an airtight container/jar.
- Use on damp skin in the shower with long, firm semicircular movements to activate the ingredients.
- Really focus on the knees and elbows. Rinse well.
- Don’t forget to use a deeply hydrating body cream or oil within three minutes of drying off.
Skincare Ingredient Essentials
Vitamin C:
This powerful antioxidant neutralises age-causing free radicals on the skin, while building collagen. It also improves brightness, tone and texture of the skin.
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Hyaluronic Acid:
The ultimate solution for moisture retention in your skin. When applied topically it draws moisture to the outer layers of your skin, plumping out fine lines and wrinkles.
It’s also fantastic for wound healing and the ideal hydrator for acne-prone skin.
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Caffeine:
An essential for stimulating delicate skin around the eyes, decreasing fluid build up which can cause dark circles and
puffiness.
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Retinol (Vitamin A):
Your #1 tool in the fight against ageing.
Retinol (Vitamin A) works deep in the skin to increase cell turnover. It has a powerful effect on fading dark spots caused from photo-ageing, hormonal changes, hyper pigmentation and blemish scars.
Also, retinol is commonly used to treat breakouts and acne.
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Rosewater:
Helps maintain the skins PH balance, whilst offering cooling and soothing properties which help reduce redness from irritated skin.
It also contains antibacterial properties, aiding in scar and wound healing.
A facial spritzer with rosewater is just what you need in seasonal transition months with changing humidity levels to keep things in line.
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So go, nurture your skin and don't let winter get you down!
Love,
Lizzy x
