What's your skin care brand of choice?

Obviously I don't have one particular go-to brand but here are some of my past and present...

Taken on Samsung Galaxy S7

• Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Acne Clearing Exfoliating Treatment - Specifically designed to target existing blemishes and prevent future breakouts. I use this once to twice a week 
• Mario Badescu Acne Facial Cleanser - Formulated to fight acne and also calm and soothe acne inflamed skin. I use this as a daily cleanser when I'm breaking out.
• Glossier Priming Moisturizer - Light and buildable moisture for a dewy, smooth canvas. My everyday moisturizer before I apply makeup 
• KORE Pearl Optimal Repair Cream - Multi-purpose moisturising formula which rapidly penetrates to hydrate, tone and repair the skin. I love to use this at night after applying my serum.
• Embryolisse Lotion Micellaire Makeup Remover & Cleanser - Soothing and cleansing make-up remover for the face, eyes and lips. No rinsing required and great for all skin types
• Skin Laundry Clarifying Medicated Foaming Facial Wash - This medicated facial wash gently exfoliates while providing anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits to calm skin and protect it from future breakouts. I use this as a daily cleanser when I'm breaking out.
• Aesop Fabulous Face Cleanser - This Olive-derived formulation offers exceptional cleansing without stripping skin; ideal for those prone to dryness or sensitivity. I use this as an everyday cleanser.
• Grown Alchemist Gentle Gel Facial Cleanser - This delicate blend of botanical extracts gently removes impurities from sensitive facial skin without stripping, allowing skin to breathe freely. I use this as an everyday cleanser.
• MUSQ Gel Moisturiser - Properties of Aloe Vera soothe the skin while the energising elements of Lemon Peel revive the skin and senses. Enriched with Juniper Berry and Grapefruit to hydrate and heal the skin. Love this as an everyday morning moisturiser.
• Perricone MD Hypoallergenic Gentle Cleanser - A mild cleanser that effectively eliminates dirt, oil and makeup without stripping skin of its natural oils and never leaving skin feeling dry or tight. Great everyday and night cleanser after removing makeup and ideal for sensitive skin.
• Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater - Refreshing, hydrating mist for all skin types. I use this as a toner or every face spritzer.

KORE Skincare

Last month I was sent some products from KORE Skincare, an Australian company focused on producing luxury Skin Care products. I was introduced to this local brand by a good friend of mine and got to know a little more about their background. KORE's history was focused on researching the studies of ancient healing potions and remedies once used by our forefathers for spiritual or medicinal cures for a variety of illnesses and problematic skin disorders.

As I've mentioned in previous posts, I don't have the best skin and have always battled confidence issues due to my hormonal acne but I was blessed to be given a few products to try out in their skincare range. I got to try out their Foaming Cleanser, Cleansing Bar, Repairing Hand Cream and my favourite, the Optimal Repair Cream which feels like magical mousse.

What I also love about this brand and any brand gives back is that they have chosen a foundation that they support donates 20% of purchases to the llhan Foundation.

 

http://koreskincare.com.au/

The benefits of Beauty Sleep

My lifestyle is pretty hectic the bottom part of the year due to wedding season and full time job commitments as well as working on all my passion projects on the side but that’s no excuse not to make time for sleep. When I don’t get enough sleep, I’m less productive and my work suffers. This year I decided to make a change by prioritizing enough sleep into my daily routine. I realized if I wasn’t gonna get something done that day/night there was always tomorrow to get it finished properly, rather than half-a**ed. I also found that the poorer quality of sleep people get gives an incredibly negative effect on the way we feel and on the way we look. In learning about sleep, here are my personal tips on the benefits of a solid shut eye.

Simplifying your beauty routine

I'm definitely a fan of keeping my beauty routine very simple, there's so many products on the shelves these days and it becomes overwhelming choosing what products to use. But is there really an generic answer or a one size fits all approach when it comes to beauty and skincare?

As different as we are, most Makeup Artists will tell you one thing - skincare before makeup, always! Healthy skin is the basis of all flawless makeup and makeup should only be used to enhance and I guess filter to a certain extent. Ultimately, it cannot completely cover how you look on the outside and feel on the inside, we all know that starts with YOU. I remember the more I use to stress out and worry about my skin, the more I broke out. So I took the first step and made the realization that my skin would heal in it's own time, until today I still have my insecurities but I just try to keep positive.

Recently I came across an article that I truly related to regarding my skin journey this year, the message was easy - simplify and keep consistent. Further in the article, it goes into limiting yourself to 30 products a month and making sure you finish the product before purchasing another. As a makeup and skincare product hoarder, this is a challenge. However, I've given it a go and this has been on rotation for the last month for me. I've relisted the items on her list but modified it to my preferences/what I use to give you my simple guide.

Winter skin ft. Double Wear

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Price: $50 AUD inc tax (purchase from Myer, David Jones or Online)
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Packaging: 4/5 (Glass packaging always feel more luxe)

15-hour staying power. Flawless all day. This worry-free, long-wearing makeup stays fresh and looks natural through heat, humidity, nonstop activity. Won't change color, smudge or come off on clothes. Feels lightweight and comfortable. Now the flawless look you see in the morning is the look you keep all day

MUSQ Skincare Review

Social Media, good or bad? According to the latest news Instagram has created a new “buy now/shopping” feature on the app, what a complete game changer. Well, it is for people like me who tend scope out brands, products and food via Insta rather than physical retail shopping. Like most of you, my attention span is NIL so apps like Instagram, Pintrest and Snapchat have been lifesavers for quick answers. The latest beauty product I’ve come across is an Australian skincare and cosmetics brand called MUSQ, I don’t know why I hadn’t heard of it earlier especially since I’ve been on the all natural, animal cruelty free, organic skincare binge for over 18 months now.

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