Mornings are the worst part of the day so anything that will leave you feeling more awake and refreshed seems like a God send. These are our regular routines which are quick and easy to fit into our busy mornings before school.
I start with a cleanser - the most effective morning cleanser I've found is Boots Skin Clear Deep Cleansing Wipes. I really like these because all you have to do is wipe them over your face and neck and your skin is left feeling refreshed and brighter. These wipes also help to prevent any breakouts so they are kind of like a 2-in-1 cleanser and spotless skin product.
Next I use Simple Soothing Facial Toner. I do find that if I ever miss out a step it's normally toner as it's not a vital part of my skincare routine but I do really like how it makes my skin feel that bit more clarified and fresh first thing in the morning.
Next I use Simple Soothing Facial Toner. I do find that if I ever miss out a step it's normally toner as it's not a vital part of my skincare routine but I do really like how it makes my skin feel that bit more clarified and fresh first thing in the morning.
Simple Spotless Skin Anti-Blemish Moisturiser is my next port of call. I do own Simple's normal light moisturiser but at the moment I find that the anti-blemish moisturiser nourishes my skin more and helps to clear breakouts quickly. I only use a pea sized amount each time so one tube lasts a long time.
I finish off my morning skin care routine by using an eye gel. I either use Simple Kind To Eyes Revitalising Eye Roll On or Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Eye Gel. I tend to use the Simple eye roll on when my eyes are feeling more tired as I find it really helps to open them up more and help me feel more awake. I use the Yes to cucumbers eye gel more on the weekends and do use it the evening as well sometimes. I really like this gel as it soothes the eye area and nourishes the skin at the same time as reducing puffiness.
I finish off my morning skin care routine by using an eye gel. I either use Simple Kind To Eyes Revitalising Eye Roll On or Yes to Cucumbers Soothing Eye Gel. I tend to use the Simple eye roll on when my eyes are feeling more tired as I find it really helps to open them up more and help me feel more awake. I use the Yes to cucumbers eye gel more on the weekends and do use it the evening as well sometimes. I really like this gel as it soothes the eye area and nourishes the skin at the same time as reducing puffiness.
For me, my skincare routine is one of the most important things of my morning.
I start off using the Neutrogena visibly clear pink grapefruit facial wash. I love this product! I'm on my second bottle, which is pretty good for me, as I normally try out new things. I've been using this on a pretty much daily basis for a while now, and find it really helpful for calming breakouts and refreshing my skin. It also smells amazing!
My next step is toner. In the mornings, if I have the time or am feeling particularly tired, I will reach for my Boots essentials cucumber facial toner. This is brilliant for cooling and calming my skin. An all round great product, at a very affordable price.
(If my under-eye circles are darker than usual, I may slot in my Boots essentials cucumber eye gel here too, just to reduce redness and cool the skin.)
I start off using the Neutrogena visibly clear pink grapefruit facial wash. I love this product! I'm on my second bottle, which is pretty good for me, as I normally try out new things. I've been using this on a pretty much daily basis for a while now, and find it really helpful for calming breakouts and refreshing my skin. It also smells amazing!
My next step is toner. In the mornings, if I have the time or am feeling particularly tired, I will reach for my Boots essentials cucumber facial toner. This is brilliant for cooling and calming my skin. An all round great product, at a very affordable price.
(If my under-eye circles are darker than usual, I may slot in my Boots essentials cucumber eye gel here too, just to reduce redness and cool the skin.)
The final part of my morning routine is my L'Oreal Paris triple active day moisturiser. This is really softening on the skin and is great for my t-zone as it's not oily at all. As you can see from the photograph, it's such an amazing product I couldn't bare to let it go without cutting it open to get out every last bit. This is a great tip for moisturisers, and it has lasted me about an extra month or so.
But these are just a tiny amount of the products out there and of course, everybody has different skin so there's bound to be a product that's perfect for you.
Comment and let us know if you've tried any of these products or if you've used them previously and found a better replacements. Also any products that you use daily and love.
Next week, we will be taking a break from beauty to share with you our birthday celebrations.
Stay beautiful x
Comment and let us know if you've tried any of these products or if you've used them previously and found a better replacements. Also any products that you use daily and love.
Next week, we will be taking a break from beauty to share with you our birthday celebrations.
Stay beautiful x