Skincare Saturday- back to basics

At our skin at event we had a few new clients not only new to the salon but also to the world of Skincare. For those of you in a similar situation here are the basic guidelines to starting a simple Skincare regime.

1. Cleanse- Cleansing is the most important stage of skincare because it is as Dermalogica says it's an 'important part of whole-body health'. Cleansing is removing daily dirt, makeup and pollutants from your skin. 

2. Tone- Toning is an essential part of the skincare regime because it either removes additional dirt and oil or it acts as a hydrating spritz in ensure even absorption of the moisturiser. For more information on the Importance of a Toner read our blog post http://orchidsretreat.blogspot.com/2014/06/skincare-saturday-importance-of-toner.html

3. Moisturise- Moisturising is a vital step in every skincare routine because it protects, lubricates, and hydrates skin.  Every skin type (even oily skins) need to moisturise to protect skin from the elements and prevent moisture loss from the skin. 

Skincare ranges are made to work together so which ever range you invest in, make sure you use the same brand for each product.  If you are unsure of your skin type, visit a local Dermalogica stockist for a free face mapping session to learn more about your skin. 

What's next? Once you've got into a routine of following these three steps morning and night then introduce the next step. The fourth component to incorporate is exfoliation 2-3 times a week. I recommend to my clients to pick days if the week, so it's easier to remember. For example, Wednesdays and Saturdays are exfoliation days.