Now that you have mastered your basic routine of cleansing and moisturising, it is time to start having some fun! Introducing exfoliation, treatment serums and a mask to your regular skincare will not only add some excitement for you, but your skin will love the extra additions.
So what is a serum?
Serums are a light weight, easily absorbed oil or water based liquid that contain active ingredients to feed your skin. These should not replace your mosituriser, but instead, your serums should be applied after cleansing, and before your moisturiser. Some serums are suitable to be used morning and night, however using 2 different serums will ensure that you are getting as much goodness into the skin as possible, so be sure to lock in the perfect combo for your skins needs
There many ingredients that you can reach for in a serum. Depending on your skin concerns, and skin type there are a number of actives you should look for.
Dry skin
Vitamin E - A nourishing antioxidant that will protect cells from oxidative damage
Niacinamide – Increases ceramide levels in the skin, Promotes skin strength, Hydrates
Hyaluronic acid – Boosts skin hydration
Acne Prone
Niacinamide – Aids congestion, Regulates oil flow, Good for redness, Hydrating
Zinc - Anti inflammatory, Calms the skin,
Salicylic acid – Unclogs pores
Dehydrated/dull
Hyaluronic acid – Intense hydration
Vitamin c – Increases collagen production, Brightening,
Ageing concerns
Vitamin C – Antioxidant, Increases collagen production
Peptides – Strengthens collagen and elastin fibres, Firms the skin
Vitamin a – Refines skin, Decreases lines and wrinkles, Typically applied in the evening.
Serums to try
Grown Alchemist Instant Smoothing Serum 25ml
An innovative anti-aging serum that delivers immediate results through intense hydration, rapidly smoothing the skin’s surface. In addition to a powerful daily beauty elixir this serum is recommended for use as a instant plumping and priming treatment before an evening out.
Skin Matrix Platinum Cell+ Peptide Serum
Your B3 Peptide Cocktail
Feed your skin a cocktail of peptides, vitamins, and skin brighteners daily with this luxurious regenerating serum. We handpicked every ingredient for the role it plays in the skin. Collagen - "its time to make some more", skin texture - "its time to get smooth", elasticity - "get to work", wrinkles - "its time to calm right down". Bearberry, licorice, and white mulberry combat an even skin tone whilst the peptides get to work on the deeper levels. Taking anti-aging to a whole new level.
A multi-cocktail of peptides that work similar to Vitamin A in the sense they encourage cell renewal and rejuvenation.
Platinum Peptide Serum contains 8 key peptides that target very specific actions in the skin, targeting ageing, skin texture, smoothness, hydration, calming, collagen synthesis and brightening.
Aspect Extreme B 17 - Wonder Serum
This must-have cosmeceutical serum will virtually turbo-charge your current Aspect skin care regime for maximum visible impact. Extreme B 17 is an ideal beauty elixir for all skin-serious, beauty devotees no matter what your concern - this serum is jam-packed with the latest cutting edge dermatological science. For the ultimate antioxidant cocktail- mix 1 pump of Extreme B and Extreme C in the palm of your hand and massage into the skin.
Skin Matrix Rebuild Level 2
Rebuild is our Level 2 Anti-Ageing Complex that stimulates collagen and elastin production in the skin. We use an encapsulated Vitamin A which reduces typical vitamin A sensitivities. The encapsulated Vitamin A also allows for greater product absorption into the skin. Matrixyl Synthe'6 is a peptide made up of amino acids, its role is to regulate cellular activity, great wound healer, and remodels collagen tissue for a more youthful appearance. This peptide also improves your natural hyaluronic acid function. Rebuild will smooth fine lines, rejuvenate the skin and fight the ageing process.
Whats comes next?
Next, you want to be adding an exfoliant to your routine will help to refresh the skin and allow it to absorb all those yummy serum actives you are now using. How often you exfoliate will depend on your skin type. It is generally recommended that you give your skin a gentle exfoliation 2-3 times per week, however this should only be done if your skin shown no sign of irritation. Those with dry, mature or sensitive skin should be exfoliating a little less often, aiming for 1-2 times per week. If you have combination, acne prone, or oily skins, these can generally tolerate an exfoliation 3 times per week.
The final step that you should be treating your skin with each week is a mask. Applying a mask on a regular basis can assist in your skin care concerns by delivering potent ingredients, to target exactly what your skin is needing. To make if fun, I like to have a few to choose from at home and alternate which ones I use each week. This way I know that my skin is not missing out on anything it needs!
Your mask should be applied to clean skin. Applying directly after your exfoliation will not only make it easier to remember, but will also give those actives multiple penetration powers! It is lovely to make mask time “ you time” so if you can, sit back, relax and let it do its job for 15 mins. If finding quiet time is hard, your skin will still benefit from your mask ever if you are in the kitchen or buzzing around the house with the vacuum.
Must Trys!
The Hemp Drop Desert Lime Enzyme Mask 70ml
A Vitamin C infused plant-based enzyme mask to instantly exfoliate, smooth, soften and rejuvenate the skin. Papaya and Bromelain from Pineapple are power exfoliants with antibacterial qualities, stopping blemishes in their tracks. Desert Lime, rich in Vitamin C, is supercharged with Rutin from the Flame Tree to brighten and enhance skin firmness.
Think of enzymes like little pacmen eating up the glue that holds dead skin together on the outermost layer. They are a gentle, yet effective form of exfoliant making this ideal for all skin types, even sensitive.
Grown Alchemist Age-Repair Gel Masque 75ml
This lightweight gel masque combats signs of aging and increases skin elasticity while hydrating, firming and nurturing facial skin. Formulated with gentle cooling actives this masque is perfect for sensitive facial skin.
Rich in calcium and Vitamin A. Naturally astringent, also stimulates blood circulation, to oxygenate the skin. This improves the elimination of toxins.
Eco Tan Face Compost Purple Power Mask
Designed to CLEAR & CALM your skin, our new Face Compost™ Purple Power Mask is packed with natures finest ingredients, including Acerola Extract for extreme brightening and Prickly Pear for seriously clear skin.
If you want clear, calm skin, you found me!
DETOX. BRIGHTEN. CALM. SMOOTH
Skin Matrix Platinum Peptide Mask 60ml
Brighten, Illuminate + Firm
Immerse your skin in a brightening, firming and illuminating Mask complex of Peptides, Vitamins and lavish skin nourishment. This Cosmeceutical Mask was designed with key skin loving ingredients to tackle and improve skin integrity and the signs of ageing.
Skin brighteners such as Bearberry, Licorice, and White Mulberry get to work to even skin tone whilst supporting a healthy, vibrant, nourished skin. Our Platinum Peptide Complex addresses skin texture, firmness, and elasticity. Growth Factors encourage cell regeneration, renewal and healing.
Platinum Peptide Mask contains 8 key peptides that target very specific actions in the skin, targeting ageing, skin texture, smoothness, hydration, calming, collagen synthesis and brightening.
Suitable for all skin types.
Now you have all the essentials to make your skin the best it can be. Don’t be afraid to try new products from time to time. Make your skin care journey fun and exciting. The more you enjoy it, the more likely you are to stick to it, so love your way to glowing, healthy, happy skin. x
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