Glow from top to toe by incorporating these superb South African beauty products into your daily routine.
Cleansing is essential. It removes grime and preps skin for the next step. Apply a R2 coin-sized amount, rub your fingers together, and massage over your face in circular motions. Rinse and repeat. TRY Nimue Cleansing Gel (R370).
2 Exfoliate
This step decongests and refines skin, making it look clearer, and serum and moisturiser absorb better once the dead skin cells have been removed. Exfoliate twice weekly for good results. TRY SKNLogic SKNexfoliate (R96).
3 Lather
This cult brand is loved by those in the know, combining simple packaging with the power of bees. Simply Bee Hand And Body Wash (R47) is enriched with honey, turmeric root oil and sweet almond oil. And the soothing scent is divine.
Masks pamper your soul and complexion, and if you struggle with redness, inflammation and spots caused by ageing, a clay mask, like Lulu & Marula Purifying Clay Mask (R360), detoxes and calms for a smooth, clear finish.
Use a serum for specific concerns: salicylic acid if pores are your bugbear, vitamin C for dullness, vitamin E for dryness and retinol for wrinkles. TRY the vitamin C and E cocktail in Sorbet Age Affect Power Serum (R220).
6 Smooth
The skin around your eyes is the thinnest, which is why fine lines show here first. Creams with antioxidants work to prevent and soften the appearance of lines, as well as soothing puffiness. TRY Placecol Revitalising Eye Therapy (R220).
A rich body lotion applied twice daily keeps your skin feeling smooth and looking healthy. Environ Body Cream (R253) contains beauty-promoting antioxidants, and vitamins A and C to reduce ageing and help even out skin tone.
Don’t make this an afterthought! SPF is the ultimate anti-ageing tool – it helps prevent wrinkles and dark spots. Always go SPF30 or higher, and reapply regularly! TRY the all-natural Africology SPF30 (R220.50).
Apply a soothing lip balm throughout the day or before lipstick as a primer, especially if you love long lasting lip colours, which can be drying. TRY Wild Olive Eye & Lip Balm (R950) for a lovely scent and excellent hydration.
Oils are all the rage, and your hair can really benefit from this kind of treatment. TRY the nourishing grapeseed oil and lavender found in TheraVine Hair Conditioning Oil (R290). Simply massage 15ml of oil into dry hair and your scalp, and leave it on for 30 minutes before rinsing.
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