The Five Worst Things You Can Do To Your Skin

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Listen; we get it. We’re all just getting by, doing the best we can, sticking to a skincare routine as closely as time/effort/budget will allow. We don’t want to lecture you about all of the things you’re doing wrong…however, there are a few things which are basically the worst things you can do for your complexion, and so if you can try to avoid these things, you’ll be doing pretty well in the grand scheme of things!

Squeezing Spots

Spots and blackheads can be unsightly and we are all guilty of squeezing them in an effort to improve their appearance, but squeezing spots actually pushes the bacteria deeper into your skin and can be the cause of further breakouts. We suggest using Dermalogica Concealing Spot Treatment which will not only target the spot-causing bacteria and reduce redness and inflammation, but it will also cover the spot using a light tint without having to apply heavy make-up.

Sleeping in Your Make-Up

When you sleep in your make-up, you basically hinder the skin during its most important healing phase. This leads to clogged pores and spots, as well as over production of oil. Don’t forget, it’s also good to wash your face before bed, even if you aren’t wearing make-up because the skin comes into contact with many airborne pollutants which cling to the face throughout the day and can cause damage to the skin if not cleansed away. We recommend Decleor Brightening Cleansing Foam to restore radiance for an even, glowing complexion.

Taking Too-Hot Showers

We know that, especially at the end of a hard day, it feels great to slip under a hot shower, but if you allow the water and steam to get too hot, you risk stripping away the essential layer of natural protection which the skin produces. This can lead to dry skin, oily skin, or a combination of both, which can be tricky to put right again. Try to have the shower warm, not scorching, and use some Decleor Relax Intense Relaxing Shower Oil to help you relax.

Spending Too Long in the Sun

The sun is bad. We ALL know it. However, it doesn’t stop us from wanting to spend time in the sun or wanting to have a tan. The best we can do is recommend that you cover up with Decleor Ultra Protective Hydrating Milk SPF50 Body, take regular breaks in the shade and repair your skin with Dermalogica After Sun Repair after exposure.

Not Getting Enough Sleep

As we mentioned above, sleep is the optimum time for your body to heal and repair itself and the skin is no exception. Making sure that you get enough sleep is KEY if you want to remain youthful and give your skin time to rejuvenate. Helping it along with Decleor Iris Rejuvenating Night Balm is also a good idea, especially if your skin is already on the mature side.

Poolside Products

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If you’re lucky enough to be jetting off to warmer climes this summer, or even if you have your own pool at home and are planning a staycation, there are several things that you’ll want to keep in your bag. Dermalogica and Decleor have a number of products which are perfect for keeping in your bag while you’re poolside and we thought we’d share just a few of them with you.

Decleor Ultra Protective Hydrating Milk SPF50 Body

Obviously, the most important things about laying in the sun is…sun protection! Using a sunscreen with a high SPF will allow you to spend time in the sun without burning and will prevent the suns harmful rays from accelerating the signs of ageing. This SPF50 from Decleor is highly moisturising and will rehydrate skin which may have been dried by chlorine or salt water.

Dermalogica Sheer Tint SPF20

Wearing a full face of make while you’re poolside is a fools errand, especially if you’re planning to actually swim in the water, combined with sweat will likely decimate your carefully applied make up. If you don’t want to go completely bare-faced, Dermalogica Sheer Tint is a great idea as it gives you colour and coverage as well as an added SPF20 protection for your face and can be reapplied whenever needed.

Dermalogica Climate Control Lip Treatment

Laying in the sun for hours is a sure-fire way to dry your lips out, so keeping a lip balm in your bag like Dermalogica Climate Control Lip Treatment is wise. The treatment is specially formulated to keep your lips hydrated in extremes of temperature, so even those of us jetting off to the warmest places will be well protected!

Dermalogica Emergency Spot Fix

The last thing you want while you’re doing your best to look glamorous on your lounger is for a pimple to emerge, so keeping a product like Dermalogica Emergency Spot Fix in your bag could be a real life saver. Dab onto a blemish as soon as you feel it starting to come out and it will help to reduce redness and inflammation, as well as killing the spot causing bacteria.

Dermalogica Body Hydrating Cream

Our reasons for recommending this product are actually two-fold. Obviously it’s hugely important to keep your skin moisturised to look best in your swimsuit, but this moisturiser also contains tea-tree oil, which is a natural insect repellent. This means that by slathering yourself in this cream from Dermalogica you could be rehydrating your skin AND keeping the mozzies at bay.