MY SKINCARE ROUTINE

 

Skincare is something that has always been just as important as makeup to me when it comes to using quality products. If your skin isn't being looked after it can lead to breakouts and clogged pores. So, to combat this I make sure to cleanse my face every morning, followed by moisturizing, and every evening after removing my makeup I rinse my face with water just to make sure there is no residue left over.

 

I've been using  Kiehl's Ultra facial Moisturizer and Cleanser after I heard great things about it last year. I have normal to dry skin and this works a treat for my skin as its not too oily. I'm currently using the travel size versions of these products as I bought them to bring on holiday with me but this is a great way for you to trial the product before buying the full size! One thing I love about Kiehl's is that they always give you plenty of samples to try out other products when you purchase something. 

 

Face masks are one of my favourite products to use on my face (I'm actually wearing one as I write this). TIP: Try steaming your face before using a face mask to really open your pores and let the mask work it's magic! I like using them after a long day to unwind and have a little weekly pamper session - I love the cooling sensation it gives to the skin!

Two of my faves are the Charlotte Tilbury Goddess Clay Mask & the L'oreal Pure clay mask. I use the C.T mask when I want my skin to glow but also get rid of impurities - usually masks make your skin dry but this one leaves the skin dewy and refreshed. 

But when I need some heavy duty purifying I opt for the L'oreal mask - it's amazing for unclogging pores but it does leave my skin very dry! 

 

 Now this next product is classified as a mask but I would definitely say it's more of a moisturizer. ThirstyMud Hydrating treatment by GlamGlow is what I would use after the L'oreal mask I just spoke about. It's kind of like a balm you put on your skin to rehydrate any dry or tired skin - and it smells like coconuts! I bought mine from Space.NK on Grafton street (they stock Eve Lom, ByTerry, Hourglass and loads more).

And of course my beloved Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream needs a mention because it is simply amazing! Like I've said on previous posts, It is expensive but the best way to try out the product is to purchase one of the Christmas skincare gift sets - I've had my 15ml pot for almost a year now and it still has product left! The gift sets may be different than last year but hopefully they have something that includes this baby!

Another little gem I've been using is Witch Hazel Gel. If you haven't heard of it before, Witch hazel gel naturally soothes and helps to tone and close pores. It helps to keep skin clear and dissolves grease from the skins surface. I put a little bit of product on a cotton pad and apply to my face or just concentrate it on any problem areas I may have.

I hop you guys found this helpful and try out some of these amazing products for yourselves!

Aisling x