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30/6/2019 13 Comments 7 habits for healthy skin Happy, healthy skin is something we would all love to have but it doesn’t just happen overnight, and unless you’ve hit the genetic jackpot, it doesn’t usually come naturally. The people who have the best-looking skin tend to have the best habits when it comes to skincare. Here are our top tips and favourite products to look after your skin.
Stay hydrated Hydration is key so be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day. And it’s not just about what you put in your body; you should invest in a good quality moisturiser to lock in your skin’s moisture. We love Dermalogica’s best-selling Skin Smoothing Cream with HydraMesh Technology that infuses skin with 48 hours of hydration and protects against environmental stress. With a hyaluronic acid complex, mallow, cucumber and arnica, your skin will be left hydrated and protected. Always take the day off Always, always, always remove your make-up properly at the end of the day. And even if you don’t wear make-up, you should be treating your face to a cleanse to wash the day away. Your skin does a lot of rejuvenation while you sleep, so you should give it a helping hand. Dermalogica has an extensive range of cleansers to suit every skin concern but we love best-selling Precleanse and Special Cleansing Gel. Precleanse melts impurities and make-up from skin allowing your Special Cleansing Gel to penetrate even further. The Special Cleansing Gel will rinse away toxins and debris to leave your skin smooth and clean. Exfoliate Dead skins cells get in the way of every other treatment that you do for your skin, so get rid of them. By exfoliating regularly, you’ll remove the dead skin cells that are clogging your face and uncover fresh new cells below. This allows moisturising products to penetrate more deeply, making them more effective. Our go-to product is Dermalogica’s Daily Microfoliant. It’s gentle enough to be used daily and helps achieve brighter, smoother skin. This rice-based powder is activated with water and releases papain, salicylic acid and rice enzymes to polish skin to perfection. Never pop your spots We repeat, never pop your spots. Annoying but unavoidable, spots are bound to appear from time to time, and when they do, please leave them alone. Popping and picking them can leave scars that can take months to heal. Instead, pop on some of Dermalogica’s Overnight Clearing Gel to help clear breakouts while you sleep. Bonus - it’ll also reduce visible skin ageing! A balanced diet Good skin starts from the inside. If you want your skin to get the vitamins and minerals that are essential to keep it happy and healthy, make sure you eat a balanced diet consisting of lots of fruit, veg and protein. Sleep Getting a proper night's sleep is one of the best habits you can have for your skin, and your overall health. While you sleep, your body takes time to recover from the day so regularly failing to get the recommended eight hours of sleep can really take a toll on your body and your skin. Catch those Z’s! If you want an extra boost, Dermalogica’s Sound Sleep Cocoon transforms your skin by optimising overnight skin recovery. Tamarind seed extract creates a nourishing cocoon of comfort for softer, more hydrated skin while motion-activated French lavender essential oil (with sandalwood and patchouli) work all night to promote deep, restful sleep for healthier-looking skin by morning. Sun cream UVA and UVB rays can cause long-term damage to your skin. We recommend that you wear sunscreen or a moisturiser with at least SFP 30 to combat the damaging effects and protect your skin. Dermalogica’s Prisma Protect SFP 30 is a moisturiser that provides broad spectrum defence and prevents future signs of skin damage. It comes loaded with antioxidants so not only does it protect you from UV rays, but also pollution. It’s a perfect all-rounder and we don’t go a day without it. If you’d like to learn more about your skin and find out what products you should be using, book an appointment for a Skin Solver and a facial at the salon.
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13/6/2019 4 Comments Eyelash extensions, half sets, full sets, express extensions, lash lifts – what are they?!There are so many eyelash treatments out there, how do you know which one is right for you? We’re here to explain exactly what each treatment is, how long it takes, how long it lasts and whether it will require any maintenance.
Semi-permanent eyelash extensions What are semi-permanent eyelash extensions? The application of one extension to each individual eyelash. If you’re looking for fullness and length from your eyelash treatment, we’d recommend this one. Half set This treatment comes in a half set or a full set. Most people tend to start out with a half set of lash extensions. This look will add length and volume but still give a natural look. Full set When you opt for a full set of semi-permanent eyelash extensions, more extensions are added to give a more dramatic look. How long do they last? If you look after your lash extensions, they can last a full growth cycle of your natural lashes – typically 6-8 weeks but we do recommend you come back for a touch up every 2-4 weeks to maintain a full lash look. Eyelash extensions will fall out naturally along with the growth cycle of the natural lash, so don’t be alarmed. And make sure you don’t pick at your eyelash extensions because it will cause them to fall out and take your natural lashes with them! How long do they take? A full set of eyelash extensions takes about two and a half hours. A half set takes about an hour and a half. Is there any maintenance involved? Due to the nature of the treatment, there is maintenance involved, that’s the price we pay for beautiful lashes! Oil based products, like makeup remover and moisturiser should be avoided around your eyes as this can weaken the adhesive. You will also need to be careful you don’t rub or pull at your lashes as this will cause them to fall out. How much does it cost? Full set: £80 Half set: £49 Eyelash maintenance £41 Individual express eyelash extensions What are individual express eyelash extensions? The application of one extension to every other eyelash, rather than every lash like semi-permanent eyelash extensions. It won’t give as much of a full look but will still add length and volume to your natural lashes and will save you time and money on mascara! How long do they last? Similarly to eyelash extensions, if you look after your express extensions, they can last a full growth cycle of your natural lashes – typically 6-8 weeks. How long do they take? Express eyelash extensions take about an hour. Is there any maintenance involved? Again, oil-based products should be avoided around your eyes as this can weaken the adhesive and you will need to be careful you don’t rub or pull at your lashes as this will cause the extensions to fall out, taking your natural lash with them. How much does it cost? £44 LVL lash lift What is an LVL lash lift? The treatment lifts your lashes from the root to create longer lashes with more volume. If you opt for a tint, this will also darken your eyelashes. How long does it last? An LVL lash lift can last up to six weeks. How long does it take? The treatment takes about an hour with a tint, and 45 minutes without a tint. Is there any maintenance involved? The benefit of a lash lift in comparison to extensions is that there is no maintenance required. You need to keep your lashes dry 24 hours after the treatment and that’s all! How much does it cost? A lash lift costs £35 and £45 with a tint It’s worth noting that we will always conduct a patch test before extensions and lash lifts to ensure you don’t have a reaction. What do they all have in common? No need for mascara so your makeup routine is halved! You can book in for any of these treatments online here. |
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