It’s not secret that Lindsay is one of my favorite beauty bloggers. She’s down to earth and so knowledgable and if you are the type to skip guest posts, don’t skip this one! It’s useful and dead on and am so grateful Lindsay is letting me put this on my blog. Her Beauty A-Z Series blends two of my favorite things: creativity and beauty. Check it out.
Thanks to Nina, and to you, for letting me take over again! I’m Lindsay from Bourbon & Lipstick, a beauty and lifestyle blog. Skin care is important to me so today I’m discussing some easy tips to get you started.
Developing a skincare routine is tricky. It’s hard to know what the best product is for you and your skin concern. As a non-professional, the most crucial piece of advice I can give you to begin is to wash off your makeup every. single. night. Once you get in the habit it will become routine and you will not be able to sleep without doing so! I’ve always heard it’s a good idea to keep makeup wipes on your nightstand for those evenings when you’re too tired (or had too much wine) and don’t have the energy to complete a ritual. It’s not the best way to wash your face but it will do for one night. Do you really want to keep all of the day’s bacteria on your face? And what for your pillow case? Shudder.
These tips are geared to those of you in your mid-to-late-twenties and early thirties, but caring for your skin is important at every age:
Understand your skin type.
Is your skin oily? Dry? Combination? Acne-prone? Sensitive? It matters. Using the wrong type of product for your skin can exacerbate the issue: some products make your skin dryer or intensify your acne. Do some research and ask your dermatologist. Also, get a dermatologist.
Wash it all off.
I start at night by removing my eye makeup. My eyes are sensitive and I can no longer use oil-based removers, so my optometrist suggested makeup wipes, specifically the Simple and Neutrogena brands. These wipes even remove waterproof makeup while remaining gentle. While wipes are great at removing eye makeup, you need an extra kick for the rest of your face. This is where knowing your skin type comes in: choosing the wrong product could produce undesired results. I have combination skin, though it is more oily than dry, especially this time of year. My current go-to product is Philosophy The Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash. It’s gentle but provides a light exfoliation, which I need. Another great brand recently recommended to me by another blogger (via her dermatologist) is CeraVe– they have products for those of you who need extra hydration.
Spot Treat.
I still suffer from hormone-induced breakouts at 30. How unfair is it that we have to deal with breakouts and wrinkles? I’m not acne-prone, so, instead of drying out my entire face, I prefer to spot-treat. For best results, look for a product containing Salicylic Acid or Benzoyl Peroxide.
Moisturize.
Women of all ages must never skip this step, even if you have oily skin. For summer I’ve switched to a lighter cream, Philosophy’s Take a Deep Breath. In winter I prefer something heavier for extra moisture. Again, choose a moisturizer based on your skin type.
Prevent.
In my early 20s I didn’t think about using anti-aging products, but at 30 my outlook has changed! I think mid-20s is a good time to start thinking about eye cream- not necessarily with anti-aging benefits, just a product that will add some moisture to the sensitive area (below). I apply serum before applying moisturizer. I wrote an entire post about serums here, but I think it’s a great thing to add to your routine as they contain antioxidants and other preventive ingredients. My skin is a bit dull and sun-damaged, so I currently use a serum that contains brightening Vitamin C (listed below).
Daytime.
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser in the morning and apply a light moisturizer with SPF before your makeup. Keep it simple.
Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Spot Treatment // Mario Badescu Serum // Mario Badescu Ceramide Herbal Eye Cream // Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Day Cream SPF 15 // Philosophy Take a Deep Breath // Philosophy The Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash // CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser //
Do you have a skincare routine? What are your favorite products?
Isn’t she great? Do you take your makeup off every night? What kind of skin do you have and what brands have worked for you?
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