About You: Dry skin
Characteristics
- Aged between 25-35
- Less likely to have suffered from acne as a teenager
- Skin has uneven appearance in epidermal depth
- Skin feels parched, tight and taut as skin produces less oil and becomes dehydrated
- Without moisture, skin tends to chap, flake and has a rough scaly appearance
- Skin is prone to forming fine lines and wrinkles
- Skin tends to be fine textured, translucent, delicate and thin
- Pores are usually invisible, few or no open pores
- Foundation make up may need to be touched up throughout the day
- Complexion is fair and prone to sunburn
- Skin may become red and ruddy after exposure to cold weather
- Skin is usually drier in winter than in summer months
Causes
- Exposure to sun, wind and heat
- Lack of protection against moisture loss and excessive lubrication
- Lack of oestrogen
- Specific medications
- Use of soaps and harsh detergents
- Poor health
- Lack of Essential Fatty Acids and good oils in diet
Home Nurturing Ritual
Cleanse day & night: |
cleansing lotion |
Tone day & night: |
floral hydrating mist |
Daily Moisturiser: |
antioxidant facial serum followed by nourishing facial crème |
Eye Treatment day & night: |
rejuvenating eye balm |
Night Treatment: |
antioxidant facial oil followed by nourishing facial crème |
Exfoliate: |
Twice weekly with gentle facial exfoliant |
Mask: |
1-2 a week with pink clay vitamin masque |