TEAM ZOELLA AUGUST 1, 2021

The New-In Skincare Products You Need on Your Radar

Your beloved beauty cabinet is about to get a serious update this season, with new skincare products dropping like it's hot here there and everywhere, and honestly, we don't know what to buy first.

Your beloved beauty cabinet is about to get a serious update this season, with new skincare products dropping like it’s hot here there and everywhere, and honestly, we don’t know what to buy first. In the month of heatwaves, floods and humidity gone wild, our skin has been through it to say the least, but as the British weather calms down to its showery and cool ways for the foreseeable, reestablishing a reliable, daily skincare routine feels somewhat more achievable. 

For the first step in your routine- the cleanse- look no further than the new Emma Hardie Moringa Cleansing Balm. This indulgent cleanser minimises the appearance of open pores, re-balances and hydrates and moisturises and conditions all skin types. The formula is beautifully soft making it a treat to use first thing on a grey morning. Next up on your need-to-know list: the Embryolisse Active Water Face Mist. This new, refreshing spritz has only two ingredients, making for a highly targeted solution that hydrates from the get go. 

Other hero products include the Mandelic Acid & Rice Bran Gentle Exfoliating Serum by the king of skinfluencing, Mr Hyram Yarbro and his brand Selfless by Hyram and the La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo+ Ultra Concentrated Serum which is simply chefs kiss . The below edit of new-in budget to indulgent skincare means you can’t go far wrong in adding to your well-loved existing routine. Enjoy skincare savvy peeps!

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TEAM ZOELLA FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The Products Worth Adding to Basket for a 10/10 Skincare Routine

Does anyone else feel like they need some lessons at skincare school? Us too. It's a confusing and crowded marketplace and between hyaluronic, lactic and glycolic acids we might as well be back in Chemistry lessons- does anyone really know what they're doing? Let's take it back to basics ...

Does anyone else feel like they need some lessons at skincare school? Us too. It’s a confusing and crowded marketplace and between hyaluronic, lactic and glycolic acids we might as well be back in Chemistry lessons- does anyone really know what they’re doing? Let’s take it back to basics …

Your bathroom shelfie doesn’t need to look like an extra from Boots Pharmacy, so it’s often best to start small and gradually introduce new products to avoid a complexion conundrum.

First thing’s first- finding out your skin type. The bareface method is one of the easiest ways to do so and is foolproof, even for skincare newbies. Wash your face with a mild cleanser and wait 30 minutes before evaluating the situ. If your skin feels tight and flaky, then you can be sure it’s dryness you’re struggling with, but if there’s a sheen in your t-zone or acne prone areas then it’s likely you’re dealing with oily skin. Once you’ve got this nailed, it’s time for the fun part: shopping!

Your bathroom shelfie doesn’t need to look like an extra from Boots Pharmacy, so it’s often best to start small and gradually introduce new products to avoid a complexion conundrum. The basic steps that cover all bases in treating and maintaining healthy skin include: cleanser, toner, serum, eye-cream, moisturiser and SPF. 

Once you find your go-tos it’s smooth sailing from here. Cleansers that calm angry skin, serums that soothe, toners to tackle problem areas and SPF to ensure your skin is looking smoooooth for the long run. Welcome to the happy skin club, it’s lovely to have you.

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Eye Cream

Moisturiser

SPF

Masks

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