Life can often be busy and hectic and none more so than the month of September when we are often juggling multiple responsibilities and the daily schedule becomes jam-packed with school runs, after school activities not to mention an arduous job. As you balance the demands of our fast-paced world we know it can be challenging to incorporate daily self-care and provide your skin with the TLC it needs - busy schedules tend to take priority and committing to a complex routine can seem like a far-fetched dream.
For a while now, there has been the feeling that ‘more is more’ when it comes to skincare regimes and the more products you apply the glowier your skin will be. However, just as living life to excess always backfires eventually, excessive skincare effort can often lead to a trail of destruction including an impaired skin barrier, redness, irritation and in some cases skin breakouts as the complexion is at risk of product overload.
Fortunately, skin is not that hard to satisfy, and as indulgent as a super laborious skincare routine can feel, sometimes your skin can just do with a rest, reset and chance to repair and recover (as can you) especially after a fast-paced summer of travel, sun, and a lot of fun!
Enter ‘skinimalism’ the angel and a real tonic to hectic lifestyles and skin health. Skinimalism is all about streamlining your daily routine without compromising on results. It focuses on using fewer yet more efficient products and harnessing the power of multi-tasking formulas that provide maximum benefits AND save you time while helping you feel like your best self.
There is no denying the enduring appeal of French cosmetics and born over 90 years ago Gatineau Paris skincare is one such brand with a rich history. Each and every formula is backed by science and powered by effectiveness to deliver gold-standard skincare essentials that gives your skin a chance to ‘breathe’ while still meeting its very basic needs.
One of the easiest ways to adopt skin minimalism is by doing two things – good cleansing and hydration. Your entire skin health and skin’s ability to regulate and protect itself is accelerated with these two steps. Cleansing is a non-negotiable step in your daily regime and designed to remove make-up and pollution as well as dirt, grime, and excess oil, plus it allows for better absorption of the rest of your skincare steps. As the cleansing process itself can take a couple of minutes when carried out on its own it’s easy to see why some people simply choose not to bother when their mornings are filled with other duties, but one way to speed this essential step is to do it whilst you are having a shower. If you are craving luminous, clean skin (minus the squeaky over-drying feeling) then Radiance Enhancing Gelee Cleanser will be just what the doctor ordered. A multi-purpose cleansing solution powered by a medley of skin-refining acids it not only removes impurities and make-up, but it also balances and hydrates all whilst buffing away dead cells to make way for an enviable radiance. Making cleansing simple, this hardworking indulgent foaming gel is a great quick first step in both your morning and nighttime routine and is perfect for no-fuss people who need something that will kick-start their journey towards a clear and happy complexion fast!
Whatever your skin type, hydration is so important not only for how it looks but also to how it feels. Properly hydrated skin can complete its inane function which is to act as a natural barrier to external elements. A hybrid hydrating hero for any skin type Hydra Aura Water Crème is the secret to a plump, protected canvas and will dial up any skincare routine granting deep and long-lasting hydration whilst bringing a whole host of other beauty benefits with it. This a really versatile skin solution which you can build into your existing skincare routine - you can use it as the ultimate topcoat, mix it into your serum, add it to a primer, or blend it with hybrid make-up – the possibilities are endless. Gulped down by the skin instantly, this truly makes light work of enhancing your skin quality and striking the perfect balance and it slips effortlessly into your skincare wardrobe. (in the fashion world it would be considered denim because it goes with everything!)
Finding time for a full-fledged make-up routine can seem like a luxury when you’re balancing kids, work, and housework but if want a ‘makeup free’ glow in seconds then hardworking Vitamin C always triumphs. Fine lines, dull complexions, uneven skin, acne scarring – you name it, this essential nutrient can help fix it. Radiance Enhancing Vitamin C Serum is in a league of its own when it comes to potency and performance. A super-powered silky serum, it harnesses an extremely pure and stable Vitamin C that penetrates deep into your skin to provide unparalleled antioxidant protection, whilst working to brighten uneven skin tone and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The ‘icing’ to your moisturiser this powerhouse serum bestows a beautiful pearlescent glow that has both topical and cumulative benefits. Absorbed in seconds it caters to your every skincare whim, dialling up the dewiness, amping up the brightness for an enviably healthy complexion that looks ‘alive’!
The eyes are the windows to the soul, but they also give away your energy. When time is of the essence, yet your skin is looking a little out of whack, consider your skincare woes a thing of the past as Miracle Eye Contour Cream will give you the full effects of a flawless complexion in seconds. This powerhouse formula is where skincare meets make-up as it marries the hydration of an age-defying eye serum with the creaminess of a concealer - just call it a skintervention! This beauty hybrid not only camouflages dark circles, redness, discolorations, and blemishes, it blurs lines and creases AND its host of kind-to-skin ingredients nourishes and protects the delicate eye area. Virtually undetectable once blended it is perfect for the minimal effort no-makeup make up days when less is more - this could be your new beauty obsession.
So, if you find yourself standing in front of a bathroom shelf cluttered with an array of skincare products perhaps it is time to appreciate the beauty in simplicity in skin health. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the truth is an effective skincare routine need not be complicated with an arsenal of product clutter, instead it can be a mindful edit and minimalist approach that streamlines the essentials and focuses on quality over quantity……
Lucy x
