Can you believe in all this time of Audrey & Elizabeth (6 years this month!), I have never written about moisturiser and why we use it? I know! It seemed a bit surprising to me as well.
For many, a skincare routine started with a simple moisturiser. But as we give more attention to skincare, the focus now often seems to be on serums and treatments, rather than this fundamental step.
Cold weather care for your body
British Summer Time is officially over and the outside temperature definitely seems to have gotten the memo. Sure, there are still pockets of warmth in the sunshine, but early mornings and dark evenings have more chill in the air.
During this confusing fashion time (Is it time for boots? Are gloves overkill?), I’m transitioning my body care to keep it hydrated during the colder months when there’s less humidity in the air, even if my skincare hasn't quite required facial oil yet.
Spotlight on: hyaluronic acid
Winter skin saviours
Although we may not be at the winter solstice yet, the weather outside is starting to look frightful. And playing havoc with our skin.
I have written before that as the seasons change, so should our skincare. Hopefully, you’ve already taken notice of this and have upped your skin hydration game as needed. What can get missed in this seasonal exchange is body care, which I wanted to make note of today.
Spotlight on: squalane
We know what makes a great skincare routine, however when you go to choose a new product, do you wonder about ingredients you’ve heard about recently and whether you should be choosing something that includes it?
Hand gestures
In the winter, my hands can become as chapped as my lips. Even though I apply facial serum and moisturiser to my hands on a daily basis (just what’s left on my palms), when the mercury drops and the air gets drier, I need to pay special attention to maintain softness. Particularly as rough hands make for a less than enjoyable treatment for my clients.
Hydrate your skin while you sleep
In the winter months, we often find out skin can become dehydrated easily thanks to chilly temperatures and dry air. While a winter skincare routine is essential, sometimes we need an additional boost. For this challenge, I like to apply a sleeping mask (or sleep pack as it’s called in Korean skincare).