How to get through the Christmas period
November 3, 2022
3 min read
The festive season is upon us and while it may be the most wonderful time of the year it can also be the most hectic. It’s easy to get swept up in food shopping, gift wrapping and social events with self-care falling to the bottom of our to-do lists. Make this the year you do things differently with our relaxation tips and you may find you enjoy it even more…
Start a winter skincare ritual
We’re going to let you in on a secret, you don’t need 100s of skincare products. Go back to skincare basics with a consistent twice-daily routine of three steps: cleanse, tone and moisturise. It is the cornerstone of healthy-looking skin in every season.
Step 1: Cleanse
Remove dirt, oil, SPF and make up with the cleanser that’s right for your skin. Home from a Christmas party and wondering if you can get away with taking your make up off in the morning? We don’t recommend it. Sleeping in your make up can lead to multiple skin concerns, we’re talking clogged pores, breakouts, dryness…
Step 2: Tone
Refresh, soothe and hydrate skin post-cleanse. Our Instant Boost™ Skin Tonic is the unsung hero of your daily routine. The hydrating formula replenishes and brightens the appearance of skin making it the perfect companion for party-season.
Step 3: Moisturise
Cold weather and central heating can zap your skin of essential moisture. Finish your 3-step routine with a moisturiser suited to your skin type to nourish, hydrate and reveal a healthy-looking complexion.
Pick up your complete three-step routine in our Your Daily Routine offer with your choice of moisturiser and an extra skin-loving gift. Or gift yourself our Smooth & Nourished Skin Collection, inside you’ll find some of our best-loved essentials: your 3-step routine plus our Gentle Face Exfoliator wrapped up in our seasonal packaging.
An extra tip: don’t forget about the skin on your hands. Hand washing and low temperatures can leave hands dry, uncomfortable and feeling tight. Take a moment to treat your hands with The Scent of Winter Replenishing Handcare gift set, a 4-piece set to lavish hardworking hands and leave them feeling soft and smooth.
Exfoliate regularly, hydrate often
Exfoliation and hydration are essential for glowing skin. Exfoliation gently removes dull, dead skin cells on the surface of skin to reveal the healthy, radiant skin underneath. Want an easy way to exfoliate? Do it while you cleanse! Our Cleanse & Polish™ Hot Cloth Cleanser is always used with our gently exfoliating pure cotton cloths to lift away dead skin cells. Pick up our Cleanse & Polish™ Daily Skin Ritual and get our award-winning cleanser with cotton cloths, plus a stylish hook to hang your cloths on, just choose either our original scent or special edition spiced bitter orange fragrance.
Keeping skin hydrated is a must because without moisture skin can look dull and lacklustre. Lock in lasting hydration with a moisturiser suited to your skin type. Is your skin in need of some extra nourishment during the winter months? Try switching your regular moisturiser for one with a richer texture for more intensive hydration.
Prioritise your sleep
We all know that lack of sleep can play havoc with our skin, which is why getting our 8 hours – or as close to that amount as we can – should be a priority. Try an evening routine to help you switch off by minimising screen time, taking a bath and reading a book before you head off to bed. The calming scents in our Midwinter Wind-Down set help diffuse the day’s stresses so you can drift off.
Don’t forget about your eyes
Our eyes are often one of the first areas to show signs of fatigue – hello post-party puffiness. We’re never without our Eyebright™ Soothing Eye Lotion to gently cleanse and revitalise tired-looking eyes. For an extra indulgent treat, our Bright-Eyed Beauty Ritual contains a 3-step eyecare routine to minimise puffiness and undereye darkness while giving you a moment of much needed relaxation.
Keep moving
During December it can be all too easy to forgo your regular exercise routine with the intention of picking it up again in the new year. Moving your body is a great way to release endorphins and fight stress – the trigger for all sorts of skin concerns. Our secret to motivation? Rewarding ourselves with an indulgent shower ritual afterwards. In our A Ritual to Reconnect set you’ll find a luxurious bodycare routine to awaken your senses and leave your skin feeling soft all over. It’s the perfect post-exercise treat.
Last, but not least… relax!
Noticing an increase in breakouts and sensitivity? Stress could be the culprit and the easiest way to combat it is relaxation – easier said than done we know. Try lighting a candle – The Scent of Winter Botanical Candle with its softy spiced fragrance helps you feel grounded – taking a walk outside or doing 10 minutes of meditation. One of our favourite ways to de-stress is by taking a moment for our skin. If you need some calming inspiration, our Midwinter Wind-Down set contains the relaxing edition of our classic Cleanse & Polish™ – be sure to breathe in the soothing floral scent of lavender as you cleanse. It also includes our CICA Restore Skin Paste to give your skin a boost of botanically powered hydration and our soft cotton eye mask to help you retreat from the world and relax.
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