Why it's never too late to start a skincare regime, by Karen J. Gerrard

4 December 2018

Unless you have exceptionally good genes, you will need more than a flannel, soap and water to get flawless skin! Celebrities are known to insist on skin care being added into their contracts and as said by Coco Channel “Nature gives you the face you have at twenty, it is up to you to merit the face you have at fifty.”

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Whilst we can’t turn back time, it’s never too late for a beauty regime to bring a healthy glow to your skin and it will pay off in future years!

Start with gentle products - to avoid any allergic reactions.
Be consistent – use for at least 3 months to give products time to build up and work.
Keep it simple – you can always experiment further on.

Here are some basic tips to help you look after your skin:

FACE - Morning and Night
Cleanse – to keep your pores clear and face fresh. Pores can become blocked from dirt, make-up and dead skin cells leading to acne and even eczema, Aspect Dr Mild clean cleanser will calm and soothe skin. Or use SkinCeuticals Simply Clean exfoliating cleanser to smooth rough surfaces whilst gently striping impurities.
Tone – to refresh the skin, remove excess oil and restore the PH Balance. You will be surprised at how much dirt comes off your face even after cleansing.
Moisturise – If you are only going to try one product it’s got to be a good moisturiser, to keep skin soft, help fight wrinkles, and have a brighter complexion.
Add in a serum underneath your moisturiser at night for extra hydration. Avene Radiance serum will help revitalise dull skin.
Neck – Skin is thinnest on our necks and prone to sagging, apply a neck cream in upward strokes. Boots No7 Restore & Renew Face & Neck Multi Action Serum with Retinyl Palmitate will support the skins renewal process and reduce the signs of ageing.
Eyes – The skin around the eyes is most delicate and can easily become damaged, Selena Gomaz uses First Aid Eye Beauty to help get rid of the dark circles under her eyes.
Lips – lips don’t have any sebaceous glands, so when exposed to the elements they quickly become dry and chapped. Use Burts Bees ultra-hydrating lip conditioner or substitute your lipstick with By Terry’s cult favourite Baume De Rose to instantly soothe and plump your lips.
Feet – Skin is thickest on the soles of our feet and can crack easily. Use a foot cream with urea such as Eucerin UreaRepair morning and night to keep heels soft and smooth.
Hands – We use our hands every minute of the day, everything we touch takes out the moisture, SEAMS Hand Cream with Shea butter and a Biomimetic Lipid Complex absorbs instantly and is non-greasy to help mend minor cuts, soften and protect hands.
Body – dry skin on the body can become irritated and flake onto clothes, always use a body cream after a shower, Meghan Markle is said to favour Nivea Firming Body Lotion.