A New Years resolution. . . for women who want to attain a gorgeous inner and outer glow.
Getting plenty of sleep may not be enough to reverse daily environmental damage to skin, but by taking advantage of the natural renewal process our bodies go through every night and making a little extra time in your night time beauty routine, you can experience beauty that goes beyond skin-deep. With products that are working whilst you sleep you quite literally can be rest assured that your skin is getting the best treatment it deserves.
steep some chamomile tea and pop on your PJ's, then follow this simple guide for effortless beauty and wake up feeling radiant, rested and feeling alive.
Cleanse: Take time to prepare the skin by cleansing thoroughly, it is really important to remove all traces of daily grime, sweat and make-up.
Exfoliate: Exfoliating your face regularly helps to remove dead skin cells that block pores, and it helps promote a clearer complexion.
Face Mask: Give your skin a boost by applying a face mask once a week to target problem areas.
A Relaxing Bath: A nice warm bath an hour or so before your sleep time may help you relax and feel sleepy. Warm water benefits your circulatory system while relieving tension and relaxing your body into peacefulness.
Moisturiser: Achieve maximum benefit to your skin by choosing a moisturiser made for your skin type and have your skin looking refreshed, replenished and healthy by the morning.
Eye creams: Improve the circulation and condition of your eye area to alieviate dark eye circles and bags, it is important however to apply the serum or cream sparingly at night. Too much on the area can contribute to the problem because of an increase in water build up.
Lip Care:
Applying moisturiser to lips at night can help fight against chapped lips due to central heating and winter chills.
Products
1. Cleanser: Shu Uemura - 'Cleansing beauty oil premium A/O' I love this two-in-one cleanser and makeup remover, Infused with green tea extract providing strong antioxidant protection against the environmental stresses associated with ageing while leaving the skin thoroughly clean. It also easily removes waterproof makeup. Available at Shu uemura 22 Dukes Lane, Brighton Priced £51.88
2. Tone and Tonic: Creme de la mer - 'The Tonic' A gentle soothing and non dehydrating tonic Infused with Colloidal Mineral Water that revitalises and enlivens the skin after cleansing. Available at www.cremedelamer.co.uk. Priced £45.00
3. Exfoliant: Dermalogica - 'Daily microfoliant' is a super fine rice-based enzyme powder that instantly leaves your skin feeling baby smooth and brighter. Finally, an exfoliant which is gentle enough to use every day! Available at Lookfantastic 26 Western Road, Hove, BN3 1AF . Priced £32.70
4. Mask: Sundari - 'Gotu Kola and India Asparagus Mask' This anti ageing, gel face mask helps restore a youthful glow to skin ravaged by the elements. A nourishing and firming mask infused with botanicals to stimulate collagen and elastin. Available at The Treatment Rooms 21 New Road, Brighton. BN1 1UF. Priced £80.00
5. Moisturise: Madara - 'Regenerating Night Cream' Repairs damage caused by stress, sun and the environment. Hydrates and nourishes whilst smoothing out fine lines and stimulating cell renewal. Simply divine! available from The Dolphin House Shop 14-15 New Road, Brighton, BN1 1UF. Priced £25.00
6. Treatment: KALME - 'Night Repair Cream' contains an active ingredient taken from young caper buds to combat rosacea, reduce redness and decrease skin sensitivity, amazing results for those with extremely sensitive complexions. Available from www.skinshop.co.uk Priced £19.99
7. Eye Cream: Avon - 'Avon ANEW Clinical Eye Lift' The best-selling eye cream in America, also Avon's best-selling skincare product in the UK, it works both above and below the eye to lift the skin and smooth out wrinkles. More than 1,000,000 British women swear by it. Available from www.avonshop.co.uk priced £15
8. Bath oil: NEOM - 'Tranquillity Luxury Organic bath oil' With English Lavender, Sweet Basil & Jasmine simply gorgeous' made using only the finest ingredients and are free from any synthetic products. Contains: 70% certified organic ingredients and 30% pure essential oils Available from www.neomorganics.com priced Price £32.00
9. Lip care: Dermalogica - 'Renewal Lip Complex' restores delicate tissue, minimises contour lines and helps prevent the signs of ageing. Superior conditioning lasting hours beyond application perfect for soft luscious lips. Available at Aguavida 58 Church Road Hove, BN3 2FP Priced £20.50
Did you know that Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe insisted on sleeping in satin or silk sheets!
And Victoria Beckham swears by wearing cotton gloves and socks after moisturising at night, to help lock in the moisture while she sleeps.
Sweet dreams. . .
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