Dermalogica Skincare Blog

When you read the list of ingredients of many skin care products today, it may seem utterly incomprehensible; all the talk of MMPs, ROS and AGEs, elastin, collagen and skin cell renewal may seem like a load of mumbo-jumbo, and you probably just want your skin care products to fulfil their promises and make your skin look and feel great.

Luckily for us, Dermalogica have done the hard work for us, looking at the three major causes of skin ageing (see previous article) and then using this knowledge to formulate a skin care regimen that both protects and repairs ageing skin. The result is the AGE Smart System, which is a range of products to be used morning and night to leave your skin looking smooth, bright and firm.

The range includes everything you need to cater to your skin’s needs:
• Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
• Antioxidant HydraMist
• Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
• Multivitamin Power Firm
• Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 30
• MAP-15 Regenerator
• Renewal Lip Complex

This range is ideal for skin that is dry or showing signs of premature ageing, with most people finding that their skin shows signs of improvement within days of starting to use the range of products.

Dermalogica Active Moist is a lightweight, oil-free lotion for daily moisture protection to actively combat surface dehydration. This sheer, easy-to-apply formula contains Silk Amino Acids and a unique combination of plant extracts to help smooth and improve the skin’s texture. Natural botanical astringents of Lemon, Watercress, Burdock and Ivy help to refine the skin while soothing extracts of Lavender, Mallow and Cucumber provide deep hydration.

Product Benefits

• Provides effective skin hydration, without oils.
• Smoothes skin and helps improve texture.
• Absorbs quickly, leaving no greasy after-feel.

Dermalogica Active Moist is part of the Dermalogica Moisturisers range of products and can be found in the Excess Oil Production Skin section.

RRP: £41.00
Our Usual Price: £31.65
Our Offer Price: £29.00
Offer Start Date: 02/05/2012
Offer End Date: 08/05/2012

If you are a dedicated fan of Dermalogica skin care products, the chances are that you have already told your friends and family how well it works for you. Have you ever thought, however, about offering them the chance to try it out for themselves?

You will find a wide range of Dermalogica Skin Kits on Pure Beauty’s website that would make excellent gifts for those you love, without breaking the bank! Although you will find a kit for each skin type the Body Therapy Kit is always a fantastic place to start, and will give the recipient a great excuse for some pampering:

• Conditioning Body Wash – a gentle but effective soap-free wash that cleanses and purifies the skin without drying it. Botanical extracts condition the skin and provide a wonderful fragrance, while essential oils and Panthenol leave it soft, supple and nourished.

• Exfoliating Body Scrub – gently removes dead and dull skin cells, revealing fresh, glowing skin beneath and stimulating skin renewal. Exfoliation is the best way to leave skin smooth and prepared for moisturiser or treatment.

• Body Hydrating Cream – a non-greasy cream that sinks easily into the skin to leave it conditioned, moisturised and smooth.

• Hydro-active Mineral Salts – can be used as a scrub or as relaxing bath soak for a moment of pure indulgence that also leaves the skin revitalised and purified.

• Climate Control Lip Treatment – should be a permanent fixture in anyone’s pocket or handbag!

So, next time you are struggling for gift ideas, think about sharing your secret for skin that looks and feels great; your friends and family will thank you for it!

Shaving is one of the most widely-used hair removal methods for both the face and the body, and yet if it is not done correctly it can leave your skin dry and irritated, with ingrowing hairs, cuts, rashes and burns.

As the razor cuts the hair at the skin’s surface rather than removing it from the root, it is also a method that can only offer short-term results. This makes it essential to have a shaving routine that respects your skin and treats it gently, as frequent shaving can severely damage and irritate your complexion.

Problems can occur when a razor is used without lubrication or when too much pressure is applied to the skin. Shaving against the direction of hair growth can also be damaging, as can using a blunt blade. It is important to avoid rubbing or scratching the skin as well as products that could irritate it, such as cologne.

The Dermalogica Shave System has been designed to prepare the skin for shaving:
• By removing dead skin cells and allowing for a closer, smoother shave (Daily Clean Scrub)
• By softening the hairs and shielding the skin (Pre-Shave Guard)

It also allows you to shave without fear of causing rashes or burns:
• By soothing the skin and providing adequate lubrication for a comfortable shave (Soothing Shave Cream)

Finally, it conditions the skin post-shave to keep it looking great:
• By cooling and moisturising the skin and providing shine control (Post Shave Balm)
• By preparing for the day ahead, offering protection, moisture and protection from the sun (Daily Defence Block SPF15).

Very few of us are blessed with a flawless complexion; the skin can be affected adversely by many factors, from hormonal imbalances and diet to polluted environments and harsh weather conditions. The natural ageing process can be accelerated by sunlight, stress and sleep deprivation, leaving us looking tired and old before our time.

The quality of your skin care regime will play a vital role in how well your complexion copes with its daily barrage of wind, smoke, central heating, free radicals and all the rest! You may be tempted to go for cheap products in an attempt to save money, and yet good quality, specialised skin care products don’t have to cost the earth.

Dermalogica Skin Kits offer you the ideal opportunity to try out a complete regimen adapted to your skin type and its particular needs, all at a reasonable price. A typical kit will provide you with everything you need to cleanse, tone, smooth and moisturise your skin, along with treatments specific to your skin’s problems.

You only need to read the reviews left by Pure Beauty Online’s customers to see that using the right products can transform your complexion and restore your confidence in your skin. These skin kits are a perfect introduction to Dermalogica products and will show you what can be achieved with a little time and great products!