If you celebrated and indulged in the festive season, it’s now time to restore and rejuvenate your skin and extend the holiday glow.
Exfoliation is key
Firstly, a post-holiday skin detox is necessary to kickstart the glow. We suggest a mild facial peel by your aesthetician or the Sorbet Deep Cleanse & Hydration Treatment – a deep cleansing and purifying treatment that unclogs pores to reveal a clearer complexion while restoring moisture levels. Ensure you follow up with regular at-home maintenance, using a gentle product like the Sisley Radiant Glow Express Mask. Its gentle formula contains red clay which leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth.
It’s all about double cleansing
Double cleansing your skin is beneficial because, besides providing a deeper clean, it repairs the skin and respects the hydrolipidic film thanks to the duo oil and water phases, say the pros at Novexpert. The two separate cleansing steps typically entail an oil-based cleanser to remove oil-based impurities such as makeup, sunscreen, sebum (oil) and pollution, followed by a water-based cleanser to remove grime and sweat. Choose your double cleansing depending on your skin type. Good buys: Novexpert Cleansing Oil with 5 Omegas for Step 1 and Novexpert Clear Skin Foaming Gel (if you have oily skin) or the Milky Cleanser Hydro-Biotic for dry skin.
Mask it
For an intensive treatment, the La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask is a must-try. This overnight mask is packed with nourishing ingredients and has a rich, creamy texture that melts into the skin. It helps to repair and restore the skin’s natural barrier, leaving you with a radiant and refreshed complexion in the morning. Available at Woolworths and Edgars.
Spot, be gone!
If you spent a bit too much time in the sun, introduce the new Elizabeth Arden Visible Brightening Spot Correcting Night Capsules to your evening routine. The new formulation of this advanced serum – which now has double the brightening power of the previous formula – contains a potent blend of five brighteners that work overnight to visibly reduce dark spots and minimise pores.
Extend the glow
Not only does the Gatineau Tan Accelerating Lotion help moisturise and prep your skin for sun exposure, but also extends your tan by four weeks, helping you keep that glow for longer. Lastly, don’t forget to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful rays, even when simply commuting to work. Using a daily sunscreen can help to prevent premature ageing and maintain your skin’s youthful glow.
