There are a few points throughout the year where starting something new feels natural. The first of January is the obvious one, but a lot of us get those feelings in September too, with the start of the new academic year – often whether we’re still in education or not! However, it’s also a good idea to take a step back in the middle of the year and work out which parts of your skincare routine are working well and which parts maybe are no longer doing you justice. With this in mind, we thought we’d take a look at some common skincare issues and suggest some of the kits from our brands that might help:
Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that can happen to people for a variety of reasons. One of the main causes is the overproduction of oil by the skin’s oil glands. When too much oil is produced, it can clog the pores, and this creates a favourable environment for bacteria to grow, leading to inflammation and the formation of pimples. Hormonal changes, especially during puberty, can also contribute to acne. Additionally, certain factors like stress, poor diet, and using the wrong skincare products can worsen acne. If you’re dealing with acne, you should consider switching to Dermalogica Clear and Brighten Kit, which contains three Dermalogica products with highly active ingredients to clear breakouts, smooth skin and brighten skin tone.
Dry Skin
Dry skin occurs when the skin lacks moisture and becomes dehydrated, which is really common at this time of year when the weather gets warmer and people spend time in air-conditioned spaces. It can feel tight, rough, and may appear flaky or scaly, and factors such as weather conditions, harsh soaps, hot showers, and certain medications can contribute to dry skin. Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Trio Kit contains three core products that help to relieve and remedy dry or dehydrated skin, leaving your skin feeling nourished and repaired.
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation refers to areas of the skin that are darker than the surrounding skin. It can be caused by an overproduction of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin colour, and can result from factors such as sun exposure, hormonal changes, acne scarring, or skin injuries. It’s tricky to fix if you don’t have the right skincare regime. However, SkinCeuticals Radiance Renewal Starter Kit for Combination and Discolouration-Prone Skin contains four phenomenal products which are clinically proven to improve the appearance of skin texture, radiance and pigmentation in just 4 weeks.
Oily Skin
Oily skin is characterised by an excess production of sebum, the skin’s natural oil. It often appears shiny, greasy, and can be prone to acne breakouts. Hormonal changes, genetics, and environmental factors can contribute to oily skin. It’s also quite common for oily skin to be a reaction to an underlying dryness problem, where your body tries to overcompensate by producing too much sebum, which is why using balancing products is the key to fixing the issue. Evolve Organic Beauty Discovery Box: Balancing contains everything you need to cleanse, clarify and balance congested, oil-prone skin in three simple steps.
Fine Lines
Ageing skin concerns include wrinkles, fine lines, loss of elasticity, and uneven skin tone. These changes occur naturally as we age due to factors such as reduced collagen production, sun damage, and environmental exposures. Other factors like smoking, stress, and poor skincare habits can accelerate the ageing process, and once the ageing process begins it can feel like putting the brakes on is almost impossible. Thank goodness for Elemis Pro-Collagen Stars A Twilight Tale Gift Set, which contains four of Elemis’ most potent anti-ageing, collagen-renewing products to help you to make your skincare clock start to turn backwards!
Last updated on 01/06/2023.