Autumn seems to have arrived rather abruptly this year, but there's no surprises when it comes to looking after your skin this season.
Whilst I’m all for the crunchy leaves and crisp mornings, the change in season can sometimes bring with it changes to our skin too. So, here are my top Autumn skincare secrets to keep you glowing from head to toe, all season long.
Dry, cracked lips? It may be time to ditch your lip balm!
At this time of year, one of my most asked questions is what to do about your lips… And you may be surprised to
know, sometimes lip balm isn’t the answer!
As our lips don’t produce oil like our skin does, during this season they need some extra TLC from super-moisturising ingredients. Although lip balms are brilliant to a certain extent, there is a balm out there that takes hydration to a whole, new level… Nipple balm.
Now I know it sounds slightly ridiculous, but nipple balm is usually packed full of an ingredient called Lanolin.
Lanolin is a waxy substance that contains the most incredible, skin conditioning properties, which is why it’s used to help breastfeeding mums. When used on your lips, it delivers an extra layer of protection against the outside elements and even actress Margot Robbie swears by this secret!
If you don’t fancy whipping your nipple balm out when you’re on the go, you can always decant it into a little pot,
and no one will ever know!
What to do when you don’t have time for body lotion…
You won’t be surprised to hear that I never skip a day when it comes to my skincare routine. However, the same
cannot be said for my body care and this is the time of year it catches up with me. I very often skip body lotion
simply because I don’t have time to apply it and let it all absorb, before rushing to get dressed… A poor excuse on
my part, however, I’m sure many of you can relate!
So, a few years ago I went on the hunt for a time-saving solution. I wanted to nourish and condition my body in
the easiest way possible and what I found has genuinely been a game-changer…Oil-based body WASH.
Yep, all you need to do is swap out your foaming shower gel for a nourishing, oil-based one and your skin will be soft and supple without adding any extra steps to your routine.
This skincare secret is perfect all year round, but totally comes into its own during these colder months.
How to keep the seasonal blemishes at bay.
One of my favourite things about Autumn is all the layering. I love coats, gilets, scarves and hats but some of
these fashion statements can cause absolute skin chaos!
I’m talking about hats and scarves in particular here. These items are designed to keep the heat in and when
pressed against our skin for hours on end can be a breeding ground for bacteria, leading to clogged pores and
blemishes.
So, to keep your skin clear and healthy all season long, make sure you wash these items as regularly as you’d
wash your clothes. Been out for a brisk afternoon walk? Chuck your accessories in the wash as you would your
jumper. It’s such a simple secret but it will genuinely keep the seasonal breakouts at bay!
And those are my top tips for maintaining beautiful skin as the weather continues to get chillier. They are super-easy to incorporate and truly pack a punch!
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