Some of us are lucky enough to coast through life relying on make-up remover wipes, a slick of moisturiser and a dab of blemish gel when the need arises. This repertoire may be quick and easy, but let me tell you something, once you reach a certain age, your complexion will thank you for a good skincare routine. This is the key to keeping skin healthy and dewy well into our thirties and beyond. How we treat our skin not only affects how we age, but how our make-up looks too. It does not matter at what age you begin, looking after your skin by following a routine of cleansing, exfoliating, hydrating and protecting, will result in skin that looks more youthful and radiant. Every age and skin type take note!
Double Cleanse
The cornerstone of healthy dewy skin begins with good cleansing. This is especially important if you have been wearing a lot of make-up. The first cleanse will remove the surface layer of dirt, make-up and pollution, then the second works more thoroughly removing the traces of grime and impurities. By thoroughly cleansing skin, it maximises the effectiveness of the products you apply afterwards, whether that’s a mask, serum or moisturiser.
Facial Massage
By really massing your cleansing product into your skin, be it a cream, gel or balm, the motion works the product into the pores. Facial massage also helps with clearing the skin if you have puffiness or congestion. Massage also helps reduces tension in the face, especially around the jaw area where tension can build up. As an added bonus, massaging the face boosts blood-flow to the surface of the skin to oxygenate the skin for a bright and rosy complexion.
Serum
Serums are skincare wonder products that are brilliant at tackling specific skincare concerns. If you are to add a step to your skincare routine, make it a serum as their concentrated cocktail of ingredients will make a real difference to your skin. Using a serum can help with a multitude of concerns from lifting and hydration to redness and sun damage.
SPF on the Face
Come rain or shine, add an SPF to your morning routine. The sun is the number one cause of ageing, so adding an SPF is is the biggest difference you can make to slowing down the signs of ageing. It’s now easier than ever to use an SPF as they have lighter and more elegant formulations that easily slot into your routine. The tinted versions can be used just like a tinted moisturiser. Apply before your make-up.
Face Cream on the Neck
The skin on the neck is very delicate and prone to ageing, yet it’s often neglected. The neck deserves the same degree of attention we pay our face. When you apply your facial skincare products, simply extend the application down to your neck and chest area and your sorted!
