New Year ⋅ New Skincare Goals 

As a new year approaches, some of us tend use the time to reflect on the year that is about to end.  It’s a time to set new resolutions for the year ahead.  Did you achieve everything that you wanted to?

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Did you get that promotion?  Travel to all the destinations that you hoped you would?  Embark on that budding new romance?  Hit the gym much? Did you prioritise your skin health and achieve your skincare goals?

Our skin accounts for 16% of our overall body weight.  It is one of the most underrated organs of the human body.  The skins main function is to act as barrier and protect the body’s internal organs.  The skin is affected by many outside factors causing premature ageing,  issues with pigmentation, lines and wrinkles.

As we get older the rate our skin regenerates itself starts to reduce.  Typically the skin renews its self every 30 days but as we age it can take up to 90.

What does a basic skincare routine involve?

A good skincare routine doesn’t have to be complicated — it just needs to be consistent, suitable for your skin type, and targeted to your goals.

Here is a clear, simple breakdown of what a skincare routine typically involves:

Cleanse – Morning & Evening

Cleansing your skin removes make-up, pollution, sweat and impurities so that your skin is able to breathe.

AM- Single Cleanse to remove surface oils

PM-Double Cleanse to remove make up and impurities 

Exfoliate – 1-3 x per week

Exfoliation helps to smooth your skins texture, unclog your pores and helps to boost the appearance of your complexion.

There are 2 ways to exfoliate your skin

Physical Exfoliation: Using a facial scrub

Chemical Exfoliation: AHAs (glycolic), BHAs (salicylic), PHAs (Gentler and usually more effective)

Treat- Apply a serum to treat your concern

Address your skin concerns with a product that is designed to work towards making it better!  Look for active ingredients that have been scientifically proven to do what they claim.

Pro Tip:  Apply the serum with the lighest consistency first!

Moisturise 

Moisturiser or facial creams help to lock in moisture, strengthen your skin barrier, and help to create a smooth, dewy finish.

Choose your moisturiser based on your skin type:

  • Gel: oily/combination

  • Cream: normal/dry

  • Rich balm: very dry/mature skin

Protect – Morning 

The most important step. Protects your skin against ageing, pigmentation, sun damage, wrinkles and skin cancer.


Choose SPF 30 or 50 and apply every morning, even in the UK and during the winter!

Weekly Extras

These boost results and feel indulgent:

  • Face masks (hydrating, clay, brightening)

  • Facial massage or tools (gua sha, rollers, at-home tech)

  • Professional treatments (peels, facials, LED)

Not sure where to start? We’re here to help. Book one of our bespoke facial treatments  and let us create a routine perfectly tailored to you.