Dermalogica Skincare Blog

Let’s face it, the dull, dreary weather can put a real dampener on life, and thinking about the fact that we still have a good few months to get through before the weather starts to pick up can make you feel even more miserable.

This is why it comes as no surprise that sunshine breaks aren’t solely confined to the summer months for some, and jetting off to warmer, sunnier climes is the order of the day.

There are some real bargains to be had if you have the time and funds to spend on treating yourself to a few hot rays, although many people struggle when it comes to getting their mitts on sun protection products.

In most stores, sun protection products were confined to storage at least a couple of months ago, although there’s no excuse for putting yourself at risk of the damaging effects of the sun’s harsh rays, as there are no end of products to purchase online.

Products from the Dermalogica Solar Defence System range are known for being some of the best in the business, and are great for many different skin types- so you can fully enjoy your sunshine break whilst the rest of us are shivering in the snow.

Unfortunately, everyone is prone to suffering with the odd spot or blemish every now and again, and they are simply one of life’s little annoyances which can’t really be avoided.

The appearance of a spot doesn’t have to leave you feeling incredibly self-conscious though, as there are some brilliant concealing cosmetics around which can restore your skin to its flawless best.

In order to cover spots up successfully though, there are few things which you need to avoid, including:

Picking at spots

We all know how tempting it can be to pick at a spot in the hope that it will vanish a little more quickly, although this really should be avoided. Picking at spot before applying concealer may make it even more visible, and applying makeup (especially with fingers) could lead to spots spreading.

Going in heavy handed

Less is generally more when applying concealer, as applying layer upon layer of a thick product is highly likely to make the blemish which you’re trying to hide even more noticeable.

Applying several products

Applying different concealers and then covering them with foundation and powder is likely to result in a caked on look, which isn’t a look which you will want to achieve.

Dermalogica Concealing Spot Treatment is the perfect product for those looking to cover up spots and blemishes in a natural way whilst simultaneously helping to clear them up.

Why not arm yourself with Dermalogica Concealing Spot Treatment- it always pays to be prepared?!

Makeup can really help to bring your eyes to life, and there are lots of fab products out there which have real staying power.

Whilst long lasting mascaras, eye liners and eye shadows will help to ensure that your makeup looks flawless throughout your 9-5 in the office or throughout your big night out, removing stubborn products can be a little tricky.

At the end of a long day or night, spending hours trying to remove every last trace of your eye makeup is probably the last thing which you will feel like doing, and this means that the temptation to scrub at makeup in an attempt to shift it can be very strong.

It’s vital that you don’t succumb to this temptation though, as the skin around the eyes is very delicate, and heavy handedness is not only likely to result in soreness, but could also result in the appearance of fine lines.

For this reason, should invest in an eye makeup remover which will gently and effortlessly reduce every last trace of makeup- such as the increasingly popular Dermalogica Soothing Eye Make Up Remover.

As well as quickly removing cosmetics, this product also soothes and conditions the eye area- which makes it a beauty cabinet essential for every eye makeup enthusiast.

Even though there are many sunbed salons dotted about the country, they should be given a very wide berth. They might provide you with a temporary golden glow, but the negatives far outweigh the positives, so when you’re looking to give yourself a bit of colour, it’s much better to hit the bottle.

The popularity of fake tan has meant that formulations have come on leaps and bounds over the years, and there are now many great products out there which- provided you use them as directed- won’t leave you with a really unnatural looking orange hue.

Before applying fake tan, it’s important to do your preparation- which basically means that you need to ensure that skin is in tip top condition.

Rough skin can leave fake tan looking extremely patchy, so you need to gently scrub skin with a good exfoliant such as Dermalogica Exfoliating Body Scrub.

After exfoliation, you then need to arm yourself with a body moisturiser which will leave skin silky smooth without the need for any greasiness- and Dermalogica Body Hydrating Cream is just the job.

Prepare your skin properly and take your time with application, and no one will know that you haven’t just spent 2 weeks in the sun.

We’re now all aware of how much of a no-go sunbeds are, although if you’re guilty of having used them religiously in the past, the damage may already have been done.

The use of sunbeds can not also have many horrific health risks, but is also a key contributor to prematurely aging skin.

Whilst you may have thought that a bronzed body was worth the risk at the time, you’re likely to think the complete opposite now- especially when you’re stood next to friends who opted to stay ‘pale and interesting’ and who are now reaping the rewards.

Skin which has suffered at the hands of the electric beach is likely to look and feel extremely dehydrated, although unless skin’s condition is really severe, there are some great products on the market which can help to restore hydration and also help to reduce the look of premature skin aging.

The Dermalogica AGE Smart System line of products is great for those with skin which is aging prematurely, and is extremely popular with those looking to improve the look of skin which has suffered due to many factors- not just sunbeds.

The Dermalogica AGE Smart System contains masques, moisturisers, exfoliants and many targeted products which can help to quench the thirst of sun (bed) damaged skin.