When it comes to skincare, we all need to start with achieving radiant, healthy skin. We may have other skin concerns such as dark circles, open pores or fine lines and wrinkles, however, when we have radiant, naturally glowing skin, our skin is at optimum health and we look and feel younger. This should be the starting point for any skincare routine; achieving skin health. In my opinion, it is only when we reach healthy balanced skin should we be looking at supplementing our routine with more results driven, active skincare products.
Do We Really Need A Skincare Routine?
We can all achieve good skin if we have a skincare routine. Our skin is the largest organ we have and the largest barrier against infection and damage by environmental factors. By having a skincare routine, we are helping to keep our skin healthy and moist which means that our own natural skin barrier is strong. Remember that prevention is key and is achievable with the right skincare routine.
Skincare Routine Basics
Our skincare routine can be as complicated or as simple as we want it to be but here are some important tips to follow:
- For our morning skin care routine, we should focus on prevention and protection of our skin and in the evening, we should focus on cleansing and repair.
- Cleanse! Cleanse! Cleanse! In the morning, cleansing with a good quality face wash before toning, applying moisturiser and sunscreen. After a full day of exposure and potential skin damage, more dedicated care is needed in the evening and take the time to double cleanse.
- Regardless of the time of day, we should always cleanse our face after working out or working up a sweat, as sweat can clog pores and can make skin problems worse.
- As a rule, remember to take your makeup off before bed and resist picking at your skin.
4 Steps To Radiant Healthy Skin With The Organic Pharmacy
1. Cleanse with The Carrot Butter Cleanser
Cleansing is the most important part of maintaining and achieving beautiful skin. Without cleansed skin moisturisers and special treatments will not penetrate properly and dead skin will not be removed. Carrot Butter Cleanser is a balm cleanser that melts on contact with the skin. I believe it is important for cleansing at home to be pleasurable and a sensory experience. It means that we are more likely to be consistent with our cleansing routine and see results on our skin.
The Carrot Butter Cleanser is the best selling cleanser of their range. It is infused with rosemary, carrot, calendula, and shea butter and thoroughly removes all traces of dirt, pollution, dead skin and any make-up including eye make-up. It also contains chamomile and lavender which soothes and calms both skin and mind. This cleanser is excellent for all skin types as it deeply cleanses without stripping the skin, quite the opposite in fact, it hydrates and balances the skin at the same time.
How To Use
Apply a small amount of the Carrot Butter Cleanser to the palms of your hands and rub together to warm the product. Then apply on to dry skin allowing the cleanser to fully dissolve grime and make-up. Remove with your muslin cloth soaked in hand hot water. This will boost circulation and fully remove the cleanser leaving the skin radiant.
Top Tip
After applying the Carrot Butter Cleanser, leave it to work on the skin for up to 5 minutes to get an even better, deeper cleanse.
2. Tone with The Herbal Toner
The Herbal Toner is their best selling toner. It helps to minimise and tighten open pores, allowing fewer oils and toxins to settle into the skin. It is a nutrient rich formula to rehydrate and prepare the skin for moisturisation. It contains 18 organic herbs and fresh extract of Sicilian lemons to lift and tone the skin.
How To Use
After cleansing, close your eyes and spritz Herbal Toner all over the face and allow to sink into the skin.
Top Tip
To refresh and rehydrate the skin and/or to refresh makeup during the day, lightly spritz the face whenever required.
3. Repair
Antioxidant Face Serum & Antioxidant Face Gel – It is for all skin types and developed using the latest cutting edge research, the Antioxidant Face Gel and Antioxidant Face Serum make a powerful duo that together lift, tone, repair and regenerate the skin. The serum is nicknamed by our clients as ‘the instant face lift oil’ and it is my desert island product from the range. The power of Rose Hip, Grapeseed, Alphalipoic acid, DMAE, Carrot and Grapefruit make this oil 50 times stronger than Rose Hip alone. It helps to reverse sun damage, lift and tone the skin, reduce wrinkles and protect from free radicals. The gel is light and rich in herbal extracts and cosmeceuticals that not only lift but also minimise pores. It is rich in marine algae, sea minerals, nutrients, collagen boosting herbs and cosmeceutical vitamins. My skin looks and feels so healthy, bright and strong using these two products in combination.
How To Use
Combine one pump of Antioxidant Gel with one pump of Antioxidant Face Firming Serum and apply to damp skin after cleansing and toning.
Top Tip
At night use Antioxidant Gel and Antioxidant Face Firming Serum instead of a night cream.
4. Moisturise
The Double Rose Rejuvenating Face Cream is their best selling moisturiser. It is light yet nourishing and leaves skin hydrated and glowing. It is for all skin types with purifying Rose and nourishing Rose Hip blended with Ginger, Gotu Kola and Marigold to promote cell regeneration, reduce broken capillaries and makes the skin glow.
How To Use
Apply every morning after cleansing, toning and repair.
Top Tip
In the morning, apply the Antioxidant Gel first and then mix the Antioxidant Face Firming Serum with the Double Rose Rejuvenating Face Cream and then apply.
Get Skin Confident
Life is complicated enough. If you are not 100% confident to be without makeup and have your photograph taken like I have for this article then you need to try the power of The Organic Pharmacy. Get skin confident with their 4 steps to radiant, healthy skin!
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