UK based makeup artist, skincare specialist, beauty blogger. She is the founder of the Podcast series BOSSWOMAN.co.uk

How To Spring Clean your Beauty Routine


This year why not indulge in the minimalist lifestyle, and  totally indulge in the perfect opportunity to purchase a multi-functioning luxury beauty product, whilst choosing new ranges of masks, exfoliation creams, and serums. 
Whilst the real intention is to replenishing your old or out of date beauty items. why not have a deep clean cleansing spree clearing those closets in one big swoop. 
Top Tips for Beauty De-clutter 

If its out of date, smells or looks separated,  a strange colour, or even a thick or runny texture BIN IT!
Be harsh, share, sell or gift unwanted items that have perfect packaging and still in date, purchase pretty or new storage boxes to vamp a tired bathroom. Do you have too many of one item? Why not swap with friends, checking for dates, texture and usability.

GET RID, old mascaras, lipsticks, creams, body lotions, makeup brushes, and those foundation filled makeup sponges, include any item that you have not used in the last 6- 9 months, smell them check dates then yes BIN THEM!




 Spring Clean your Makeup and Skin care 

By seriously revamping our beauty game, and researching the growing brands of ethically friendly skincare, enjoy the benefits of deeply nourishing organic lavender spritzers, fabulous lotions, and potions lockdown is the perfect time to replace and update our closets. 
Now is the time to seize the opportunity to achieve the best texture EVER  by making great choices for your uncluttered beauty space ! 

Have you tried Vegan or Organically friendly brands, or do you prefer Premium anti-age peels and serums? Body oils are a must, for softening feet, legs and arms whilst banishing pimples, and flaky dryness. 
Congratulations you are now on your way to preparing the skin for much warmer Spring weather. 
During the harsh winter months, we are all guilty of stripping the skin of essential moisture, with excessive amounts of daily exfoliation, with over cleansing. The skin is sensitive, and can age terribly in frighteningly hot bath and shower temperatures, but also permanent damage to the blood vessels can occur. Avoid this practice at all costs, and ensure that whilst in the shower you use lukewarm water on the face, to retain the essential moisture and to avoid early signs of ageing skin. 
Benefits of Natural Clay Masks

Clay and Charcoal masks in particular, contain elements that have been used by Queens for centuries, because of the power to gently remove skin dirt, nourish and rejuvenate naturally. When using Retinols or Active Skin Peels, take advice from specialists.  You can easily rob the skin of its natural plumped healthy look, if not used effectively or overused, this can lead to the removing of vital amounts of natural oil and moisture. Treat the skin to exfoliation masks, but also ensure sure that you pack those super invigorating essences, mists, serums and oils, they smell simply fabulous too!!
FACECLAYS SKINCARE 


Over cleansing and daily removal of the skins natural PH balance, can leave the skin with fine lines of dehydration, flaky patches of dryness, and over stimulated oily blemished, super sensitive skin. Clay Masking could be introduced alongside your routine once or twice a week, depending on your skin type, skin condition, and product ingredients.
Image by Felix Wolf 
Professional Guidance 

The best option is to use a professional dermatologist if you have a skin concern, skin specialist for treatments, or purchase richer, more vitamin enriched moisturizers to create the best skin care routine that is bespoke and tailored just for you. There are wonderful products in the Beauty Industry, that deliver highly active encapsulated formulas, within a luxurious texture. By adding a few essential anti-oxidants, super seed products you will see the results immediately. Protecting the skin from environmental damage, harsh elements, and sun damage you can roll back the year's and enjoy a radiant glow, with a softer more balanced skin texture. 

You will see a huge boost in the skin health and condition, if you also add to your routine recommended Sun protection on a daily basis. There are many fabulous  SPF30 products that will block or absorb the harmful rays. This is available in Chemical sunscreens and also Organic.  The sun whilst great for a feel good factor is also, so detrimental to the condition of the skin. 
In addition, a few drops of facial elixirs, or serums applied at night will re-hydrate the skin, I also love to include a few blends of plant based essences to calm and relax for my night-time routine.

A Spring ready detox is the perfect way to start the year, ensure that your daily self care supplements include the best mineral and vitamin products you can afford, to boost your circulation, and allow your health, mind, body and skin to maintain a healthy system. 


Natural skincare 

Leading skincare specialists believe as the the milder weather approaches external factors wind, rain and sun can cause more sensitivity on the surface of the skin, which may lead to seasonal 'break outs'. Our bodies produce oils known as sebum to naturally protect the acid mantle or PH balance to regulate the levels of water and oil on the surface however as we age, the production of this vital oil is slowing down. 
Begin to use recommended Sun protection on a daily basis, find SPF products that will block or absorb the harmful rays, that are so detrimental to the condition of the skin. In addition, a few drops of facial elixirs, or include a few blends of plant based essences to calm and relax.
A Spring ready detox is the perfect way to start 2020, ensure that your daily self care supplements include the best mineral and vitamin products you can afford, to boost your circulation, and allow your health, mind, body and skin to maintain a healthy system. 

Read all product labels, try banish all or most chemical toxicity from your skincare routine for the safest results. The Industry has so many amazing organic plant based skincare brands that do not endorse the use of unsafe methods, begin by experimenting with natural fragrances and explore products that are 'clean' or Vegan with no animal testing.( look out for the bunny or ECO-CERT labelling.

Lets all try to be more aware and educate ourselves, by adjusting what we are putting on our skin and in our bodies. 

The best spring clean for the skin is now available to everyone thanks to the power of increased blood circulation with massage, a great balanced diet, plenty of exercise and carefully sourced beauty products, that are proudly placed in our clean and beautifully adorned shelves! 

Join me on this skincare journey, to achieve an inspiring new moon detox for the best skin...you can possible have this year!

Contact me on social media or leave a message with your contact details to book a FREE skin analysis, that includes a consultation to start your Beauty De-tox with a licensed Professional.

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