Autumn skin
Despite the good times endless hot days bring, skin post-summer can look lifeless and dull. Sun exposure, dehydrating pool water, surf, moisture-zapping air-conditioning and too many late nights all contribute to a lackluster complexion. Naughty naughty… But now's your chance to right your wrongs – autumn is the ideal moment to get damaged summer skin back to its peak.
Buff up
A gentle scrub does wonders at buffing away dead skin cell build-up. Just don’t exceed three times a week and go gently – scrub too hard and you could end up with micro tears, redness or irritation. Gaia Skin Care Facial Exfoliant is enriched with the organic oils of avocado, evening primrose and wheat germ to provide essential fatty acids to nouris, while Lily Loves Pearl POLISH ME Gentle Exfoliant has a scent so heavenly it will sweep away any seasonally affected mood swings as it gets skin back to smooth.
If skin is particularly sensitive, go for naturally occurring chemical exfoliators with ingredients such as papaya extract, lactic and malic acids, pineapple extract, and fermented grains – they can be gentler on skin and require no manual scrubbing. Miessence Probiotic Skin Brightener contains lactic acid to buff away impurities and dead skin cells and gets bonus points for diminishing the signs of pigmentation and warding off blemishes.
Moisture boost
Summer’s heat and humidity is behind us so think about switching your moisturiser to suit the cooler, drier weather. Enlisting Rosehip Oil into your nightly routine will help repair a lot of the summer-induced damage. Lily Loves Pearl Repair Me Certified Organic Rosehip Oil gives summer-weary skin a heavy dose of essential fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants while you get your Zzz in. Alternatively try Absolutely Gorgeous Organic Rosehip Oil; ideal for correcting sun-damage, dehydration and scarring.
If ageing is your issue, an oil blend can work on several issues at once. Mukti Antioxidant Facial Oil mixes certified organic oils such as rosehip, macadamia, jojoba, apricot, calendula and evening primrose oil to help reverse cellular damage and fine lines as well as boost collagen production. If pigmentation is your main concern, invest in a spot-zapping formula such as Botani Acne Rescue Cream loaded with echinacea and lavendar this intensive formula helps visibly reduce pigmentation and add firmness to skin. Want more good news? It’s great on sensitive skin too.
Complexion perfect
Makeup, particularly during the day, looks its best when skin is allowed to shine through so keep things simple this autumn with tinted moisturizers and light-wear foundations. Mukti Tinted Moisturiser with Sunscreen has added SPF 15 and is lightly tinted to even out skin tone. When more coverage is required, opt for mineral makeup powders that allow for gradual buildup. Inika Mineral Makeup has no added nasties and leaves skin looking naturally flawless fast. Love that.
Autumn hues
Keep makeup tones should be kept tonal this autumn so update your look by sweeping rich, leafy shades onto lids. Shades of brown, bronze, chocolate, toffee and caramel look beautiful on eyes and suit every skin tone. Inika’s new season range of autumnal eyeshadows work best paired with naturally toned lipglosses, a slick of mascara and glowing warm skin.
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