It is almost Spring, and time to reevaluate our skincare, and make-up routines.
It seems with each new decade my skin changes a bit, and not always for the better.
Let’s just say at the age of 64 my skin has gone through a lot of changes, if you know what I mean.
This
year in particular I have noticed a huge difference in my skin. I
believe a lot of that is due to a very stressful year with health issues
for my sweet hubby. (all is well and life is wonderful now)
I also have to admit I am a bit of a product junky. I read copious amounts of information about skincare and beauty products.
However there some products that are tried and true that I re-purchase over and over again.
Today I thought it would be fun to show you what is tried and true, and a few new to me products I am enjoying so far.
I guess the best place to start is at the base of it all…..
Facial Cleanser
I
have used Lierac oil for several years now. It is a product from Paris,
and it is such a wonderful cleanser. It is an botanical base, but don’t
let that scare you.
When
water is added it emulsifies, and rinses off easily. It has a lovely
fragrance and leaves my dry skin soft and satiny. I love this stuff.
SERUM
Once my skin is all clean I apply a serum. Serums are new to me, but I am now a believer.
It
takes about 4-5 weeks to see a difference, but all of the sudden I
noticed the texture in my skin was softer, the lines less noticeable,
and the pores smaller.
If
you are not using a serum I would definitely look for one that suits
your needs. This one suits my needs perfectly, and I have found it to be
very effective.
OIL BOOSTER
This product is new to me. In the past I have used facial quality oils on my face, and have enjoyed the feel and the results.
This particular oil has so many good botanical oils for your face that it is worth the try to see if it works for you.
MOISTURIZER/ SPF SUNSCREEN
You
can probably tell I have dry/sensitive skin so I am very careful with
what I put on my face. This next product is tried and true, and I have
used it for several years and absolutely love it.
It gives my skin a great deal of moisture plus protection from the harmful rays of sun that age us so quickly. Protect, protect, protect!! Oh how I wish I knew then what I know now!!
NIGHT CREAM
After cleansing my skin at night and applying my serum I use this as my night cream.
This
particular cream is new to me, but so far I LOVE it. It makes a great
night cream because it holds in the moisture for 12 hours, perfect for a
night cream.
Once
a week I will use an exfoliant, not a scrub but an exfoliant. I have
found my sensitive/dry skin can’t take more than once or twice a week.
After I cleanse my face I will apply this first……
This product is made to use everyday, but I have found I can not use it everyday so I use it once or twice a week.
We
all need to exfoliate in order to slough off dead skin cells so our
products we are using can get down to our skin, and not just lay on top
of the dead skin cells.
I am sure a professional could explain it better, but that is my layman terms trying to explain the, WHY of using an exfoliant.
Once a week I do what I call my puffing, and fluffing day.
That particular day is where I put a mask on my hair, and face and leave it all day and hope and pray no one comes over.
I would die if someone saw me all slicked up!!! Not a pretty picture.
I
just ran out of both of the products I normally use and since I am a
product junkie I am on the hunt for some new products to try.
If you have any recommendations please leave a comment and SHARE!!!
When I am in the market for any new products for my beauty regime I go to Beautypedia.com.
This is an unbiased review source that reviews all kinds of brands and products. It is a wealth of information.
Keep
in mind what works for me, just might not work for you, but I wanted to
share what has worked for me and is still working for me.
You will notice that many of the products I use are Paula’s choice products. I highly recommend her products.
I
am not being compensated by her company, but I am suggesting these
products based on my experiences in using her products, and reviewing of
other products.
The offer below is for anyone who is a Paula’s Choice product user.
If
you would like to try any of her products click on the code below and you will
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Please leave a comment, and share what is working for you! We can all learn from each other, and besides I love reading comments from my readers!!
