Triple cleansing

Since sharing my 10 Step Skincare routine, removing my makeup has been a really important step, with the number of layers of liquids, powders and cream we apply on our skin we need to make sure we remove everything. There is double cleansing and triple cleansing.

Best in Skincare 2018

Back with my favourite skincare related items of 2018, I can barely remember what I used in the first half the year so I should split this into half-year favourite for this year. Getting straight into the products....

November Favourites

The year is ending so soon! This will be my last favourites this year. I have done a lot of shopping in the month of November and even though it's not been a great month for my skin I still managed to have some favourites to share.

NIGHTTIME CLEANSING ROUTINE

Since moving to Hong Kong, my skin has changed a lot. I now have dry skin which causes dry patches hence exfoliating a lot more. My nighttime cleansing routine is a lot simpler than before.

TRANSITIONING SKINCARE FOR AUTUMN WINTER

As the weather is becoming colder, our skin gets drier, therefore, these are the products that I have in my collection that I will be reintroducing into my routine.

A WEEK OF MASKS

I love doing these posts sharing my weekly mask favourites. I have a lot and there is a lot that I left behind in the UK. These past two weeks my skin is going through a change getting used to the humidity and the constant in and out of the air con situation. To helps breakouts, restore hydration and soothe my skin I have been using the following.

CURRENT NIGHT TIME MASKS AND MOISTURISERS

I constantly change around my skincare depending on what my skin needs, these are the current go-to moisturisers and masks that I am reaching for.

EVERYDAY BASE

They say natural beauty takes no time, To look natural it takes me twice as long and sometimes I rather just go full glam. Does anyone else have that problem? Today I'm sharing all the base products from my daily morning routine, this was supposed to include all the minimal makeup products too but it got too long so there will be part 2.

MAY FAVOURITES

How is it June? I'm sure you've heard of it plenty of times now. The year is going by so fast. Today I'm featuring my May Favourites which I haven't done in such a long time. These are my most reached for products.

7 DAYS OF MASKING

It is no joke that I am a hoarder and that includes face mask too, one is never enough and to use up the products I decided to a challenge where I use a different face mask every day. It also gives me a chance to review them for you. So let's get comfortable.

THE LAZY YET PAMPERING ROUTINE

You 'all know that I am crazy obsessed with skincare and we all have those days where we just need to be lazy but still treat our skin. (I'm thinking Friday nights and the dreaded Sunday before we had back to work on a Monday.) These are the products I have been currently using for this regime.

BLACK FRIDAY PURCHASES

Yes, Black Friday was 2 weeks ago but life gets in the way and it took some time for my things to arrive. I have returned most of the things that were impulse purchases mainly clothing. Today I'm sharing the items that I was eyeing up prior to the big sales.

EMPTIES #3

I have been collecting my empties and seriously it has overflown from my little box. I think I've talked about most of these products before so some of them I won't go into so much detail. I am also a huge skincare fan so I do try out new things once in a while.

NEW IN BEAUTY

One of those show rather than tell blog posts, today I'm sharing what's new in my collection.

GOING THROUGH MY EMPTIES #2

Welcome back to another empties post, I am still on my spending ban therefore I have been using my makeup and skincare stash and have not bought anything at all, writing this up, I really need a new foundation since I only now have my summer shade which is about 3 shades too dark and I only have a pump or two left in the EX1 Foundation. I digress so let's take a look through my trash.

GOING THROUGH MY EMPTIES #1

Who else likes looking through other people's trash to have a little nosey? When it comes to end of any beauty product I'm always excited to try out other new skincare but I like to remind myself how I got on with these 'empties' because I may repurchase them in the future - more likely I will repurchase in the future if I managed to stick with it, so let's get into it.

JANUARY FAVOURITES

It's nearly the end of the month and today I'm sharing my favourites that I have been reaching for. These products come at no surprise since I have been talking about them on here and if you follow me on Instagram you should have seen it popping up on my feed.

THE BODY SHOP VITAMIN E SINK IN MOISTURE SLEEPING MASK REVIEW

Heard of a sleeping mask? It's a skincare product that I mostly came in contact with in Korean brands and I'm really glad I received The Body Shop Vitamin E Sink In Moisture Sleeping Mask as my Christmas present - all my friends know that I am a beauty/skincare junkie and knew I was going to review this on here. The Body Shop Vitamin E range is one of my favourite lines that The Body Shop has and I did not realise they had a sleeping mask until now.

SKINCARE ROUTINE

Skincare is a vital step to prevent ageing, breakouts and to completely remove all make-up in a thorough process.

Skin History

I suffered acne while I was younger (puberty), which left scarring across my face. I do get the occasional breakout depending on what I eat and if I am travelling or not. So my skin is quite temperamental.  I have combination skin, an oily t-zone and dry skin. And these are my steps to thoroughly cleanse.

1st Step - Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil  

At first, I could not stand the smell, but once you get over that, it's an amazing product. The oil removes waterproof mascara and eyeliner amazingly.  I pump  1-2 pumps depending on how much make-up I wore on dry hands and gently rub all over my face, I leave my eyes until last. I then wet my hand, which then creates a milky texture and I go over my face and eyes. And wiping off with a warm damp face towel and wash again.

2nd Step - Superdrugs' Brightening Hot Cloth Cleanser 

This is truly amazing and affordable, I have had many compliments from family and friends saying my face is more radiant. I've gotten my whole family hooked on this, it makes the skin hydrated and thoroughly cleansed.  Oh, and it comes with a muslin cloth which helps to gently exfoliate the skin which is a plus. I rarely need to whip out my exfoliating scrub since using this from last July. 

I squeeze a pump out and rub all over my face and eyes. it comes out as a cream form, and gently massage my face and then gently wipe away with a damp, warm muslin cloth and wipe away until fully clean. I have had no problem using this on my eye area, although my sister has more sensitivity around her eyes. Afterwards, you'll feel your skin soo much more hydrated, it's great for girls and guys with dehydrated skin.  

3rd Step - Vitamin E Hydrating Toner  

I'm the type of person that runs for my toner after my shower or bath, I don-t like it when I feel my skin is tightening up because it's dry. I have used this for 4 years now and it has not failed me. I squeeze a small dollop in the palm of my hands, rub together and then over my face. I know some people like to place the product on a cotton pad, but this is what works best for me. The texture of the toner is slightly thicker than your normal toner. I use this in the morning before applying moisturiser and at night before the night before applying facial oil.

4th Step Morning - Dr Jart+ V7 Relief Vita Drop  

This is an ultimate hydrating brightening moisturiser which I got in my BirchBox. I absolutely love this! It has a water-gel texture and feels heavenly on the skin and smells great. I only apply this on my cheeks and forehead avoiding my oily t-zone. My skin feels amazing throughout the day and is soo soft. I will be purchasing this when I use it all.

4th Step Night - Vitamin E Serum-In-Oil  

This is a cult item, which needs no explanation. It works well with my oily t-zone and counteracts with my oily skin leaving it hydrated and plumper by the morning. If you have a day off in the morning why not sit with it on? It's that good.

I hope you enjoyed this segment, I do use eye cream but have not found my 'the one'  so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated to help with dark under eye circles and fine lines.

Until next time. See you soon x