Current Skincare Rountine

Hello lovelies, today's post is all about my current skincare routine. I love to swap and change up my skincare products all the time but there is always one trusty brand I always go back to which is Dermalogica. I have been a beauty therapist for the past 5 years and I trained in Dermalogica in 2010, I've got to say the training was absolutely amazing! Not only did I learn about the products and treatments, I learnt about the science of the skin in great depth. 

Dermalogica as a brand are dedicated to skin health rather than putting money into fancy packaging, their products really do work and are 100% worth every penny! The 500ml size Essential Cleansing Solution cleanser which retails for £48.50 lasted me over a year which works out to be about £4 per month, so even though the products are a little on the pricey side they are great value for money and last ages!

Here are the current skincare products I am using from Dermalogica and a little information about each one...

Cleanser- Dermalogica Essential Cleansing Solution - LINK

As I have quite dehydrated skin my favourite cleanser to use from the Dermalogica range is the Essential Cleansing Solution. It is a rich, creamy cleanser that removes impurities whilst replenishing the skin and maintaining moisture levels. I use this morning and evening as part of my skincare routine. 

Exfoliator - Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant - LINK

This product has got to be one of my favourites from Dermalogica, I think a lot of other people agree as it's one of their best sellers. It's basically a powder based exfoliant, once mixed with water it activates and releases Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes that gently polish away dead skin cells and leave the skin looking smoother and brighter. This exfoliant is gentle enough to use everyday and is great for anyone that suffers from sensitive skin as it's not abrasive to the skin. I use this product once a day, usually in the evening so products penetrate deeper and i'm not applying makeup straight after.     

I have spoken about this 'hero' product in a previous blog post, if you would like to check it out then click HERE :) 

Toner - Dermalogica Multi-Active Toner - LINK

A lot of other toners from other brands are very astringent and alcohol based which strips the skin of its natural oils, but the reason I love the Multi-Active Toner is because it's really hydrating, refreshing and like a drink of water to the skin. You simply spritzer it all over the skin, then apply your moisturiser. I use this morning and evening.

Moisturiser - Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream - LINK

This is a medium-weight cream that helps to smooth, hydrate and protect skin from environmental assaults and pollution. It also helps to combat dry skin and and reduce the signs of premature ageing. I use this moisturiser as my day time and night time moisturiser.  

Day Time Eye Cream - Dermalogica Total Eye Care SPF15 - LINK

I absolutely love this product. It has an SPF to shield the skin from UVA rays and it also has a very slight tint. This helps to diffuse light and help hide dark under eye circles. This is a really gentle formula which is great for anyone with sensitive skin or contact lens wearers. I apply this in the morning before my moisturiser, blending inwards from the outer eye. 

Night Time Eye Cream - Dermalogica Intensive Eye Repair - LINK

As I have previously said, I have quite dehydrated skin; therefore this can lead to premature ageing and fine dehydration lines if i'm not using a great skincare routine. I used to suffer from dehydration lines under my eyes and this eye cream really helped minimize this. This ultra-rich cream helps to improve dehydration lines, elasticity and smooth skin texture. I apply this every night before my moisturiser. 

I really hope you enjoyed this post guys!

Click HERE to find out what products you should be using, or alternatively leave me a comment below about your skincare problems or if you would like me to recommend you some products and I will do my best to reply to everyone :) 

What are some of your favourite skincare products at the moment?

My Feature in Base Magazine

Photos courtesy of Base Magazine

Hello lovelies, so as you would probably guess, I was very excited to have my very own feature in Base Magazine.

Base Magazine is a new beauty magazine which is written by bloggers. It is a quarterly publication which brings readers product reviews, releases, tutorials and events. The editors believe that having a magazine written by bloggers rather than journalists will give more honest information which readers will value.     

If you would like to know more, purchase a digital or printed copy, or you're a blogger and would like to maybe write a feature for Base Magazine then check them out... www.basemagazineofficial.com or @BaseMagOfficial :)

A big thank you to the girls at Base Magazine for letting me write a feature and I wish them the best of luck for future issues.

Top 10 Skincare Tips

Being in the beauty industry, I get so many people asking me about skincare, therefore I thought I would do a post on my top 10 skincare tips :)

1. Avoid exfoliating products that contain sharp grains as they can scratch and damage the skin.

2. Always make sure your moisturiser or foundation contains an SPF to protect your skin from the harmful UV rays.

3. Drink plenty of water.

4. As we age, cell turnover slows down making the skin look dull and lackluster, therefore exfoliating is the best 'anti ageing' tip I can give you! This is because when we exfoliate we promote skin renewal, therefore we stimulate new cells to be pushed upwards towards the surface, and these are the healthy, plump cells we all want to see.

5. Always take your skincare products down onto the neck and decolletage.

6. Use your ring finger to apply eye products as you use less force and wont damage the delicate skin around your eye.

7. Use products that are formulated without any nasty ingredients. Natural ingredients are always better.

8. Always double cleanse in the evening. Once to remove make up and the second time to thoroughly cleanse the skin.  

9. Always wash your hands before starting your skin care routine to stop the spread of bacteria.

10. Try to cut down on caffeinated drinks, smoking, sun exposure and alcohol as these all dehydrate the skin, which leads to premature ageing. 

  

Linked below is a few blog posts about a few of my favourite products and other skincare tips...  

Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask
Emma Hardie Amazing Face Moringa Cleansing Balm

Why Is Facial Exfoliation So Important

I hope you found this post helpful!! 

See you in my next post :)

Review: Origins Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask

I have never tried any of the Origins products but after hearing so many great reviews, I was really intrigued by the Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask. I picked up this mask a few weeks ago and I am literally obsessed, what an amazing product! Thank you Origins :)

This mask is designed for anyone with a normal/dehydrated skin type. Dehydration can be caused by a number of reasons, air con, heating, weather, not drinking enough water, drinking too much tea or coffee, bad skin care products and the list goes on. All these things can cause premature ageing, dehydration lines/wrinkles, skin tightness or breakouts, so this little bottle of loveliness may just be your skins savior! It has made a huge difference to the way my skin looks and since using this product my make up goes on really smoothly.

The Drink Up Intensive Overnight Mask is a cream/gel consistency. You pop this mask generously all over your skin in the evening (as you may have already guessed by the name haha) and leave it on until the morning. Before you apply this product, you should cleanse the skin, then I like to exfoliate to get the most out of the mask and then pop it straight on (a moisturiser is not needed).

At first I found this a little strange not to leave it 10-15 minutes and then wash off like other masks but this has the texture of a thick moisturiser and doesn't go hard like a clay based mask so it's very comfortable on the skin and you barely realise you have it on. 

On the Origins website they do a free trial with every purchase of this product. This means that when you buy the full-size bottle you receive a sample of it too. If you don't like it, then all you have to do is send the full-size back. But I can tell you now, you will definitely love it as much as I do and wont send it back, but I think it's great they give you the option to try it first.

Origins recommend to use this mask 2-3 times per week or as desired.   

Being in the beauty industry, I am quite fussy about what products I will use on my skin, therefore I was really impressed when I found out that all Origins products are formulated with natural and certified organic ingredients and 100% natural essential oils. They are also formulated without any nasty ingredients, so I'm very excited to try some more of their products in the future.

What are some of your favourite Origins products?

(If you would like to know more about exfoliating and why it helps get the most out of a face mask then click HERE to read my 'Why Is Facial Exfoliation So Important' post). 

Why Is Facial Exfoliation So Important?

In my opinion exfoliating should be a beauty must in everyone's skincare routine. It is great for all skin types but I would highly recommend it for anyone who is concerned with congestion, acne scarring, pigmentation or premature ageing. I promise you, you will notice a huge difference to your skin if you are exfoliating on a regular basis. 

My personal favorite product is Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant. Rice Enzymes, Salicylic Acid and Papain gently polish away dead skin cells, instantly making the skin appear refreshed, brighter and smoother. I love Daily Microfoliant because it's gentle and I find a lot of other products to be very harsh on the skin, leaving it feeling sore and looking very red. A big thank you to Dermalogica for producing such an amazing product! :)

So why is exfoliating so important? Firstly, it removes dead skin cells from the skins surface, making it appear a lot brighter and fresher. This also helps any products you apply afterwards to work better as they can penetrate deeper into the skin. 
As we age, cell turnover slows down making the skin look dull and lackluster, therefore exfoliation is the best 'anti ageing' tip I can give you! This is because when we exfoliate we promote skin renewal, therefore we stimulate new cells to be pushed upwards towards the surface, and these are the healthy, plump cells we all want to see.

When should I exfoliate? Usually you should do this around 1-3 times per week, but if like me you use, or are looking to try, the Daily Microfoliant from Dermalogica you can use this everyday as it's very gentle on the skin. In your skincare routine exfoliating should always be done after your cleanser but before a face mask, toner or moisturiser. Just beware, over exfoliating can cause inflamed skin, dehydration, sensitivity or premature ageing, so please don't over do it! Always stick to the recommended amount of times per week and don't get carried away! 

TOP TIPS: 

• Don't forget your lips!
• NEVER use body exfoliators on your face.
• Do not exfoliate immediately after shaving or waxing.
• Avoid products with sharp grains as these can damage the skin.
• NEVER exfoliate skin that has recently been sunburned. 

I really hope you enjoyed this post! If you would like to know more about Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant then click HERE :)

What are some of your favorite exfoliators? 

Rosina

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