Put Your Best Face Forward
No matter the age, routines are important. Especially when it comes to skincare, we need to be in a habit of caring for our skin. Life gets crazy, and is ever-changing, but my skincare routine is something that remains a constant. My products may change but the essentials of it do not and that is the type of regularities a girl needs!
Your routine should be a step-by-step process that is repeated twice a day. Some steps may vary on the time of day but it should essentially be the same. To me, my time in my bathroom when I start cleansing and pampering my skin is very relaxing. It is my time of day where I get to just worry about me and my well-being.
Oliver's carries a wide selection of Aveda products.
Why Aveda might be your best bet:
Aveda products are perfect staples for your skincare collection, being naturally derived and plant based they’re effective yet gentle enough to use everyday. No matter your skin type, Aveda has products to fit you.
Step by step skincare with Aveda:
The first step in your routine should be to remove any makeup and cleansing. If you do not wear makeup then you get to skip this step. Removing your makeup is probably the most important thing you can do for your skin. It is crucial that before you continue with any other steps, your makeup is off. It is even more crucial that you do not ever, ever sleep with your cosmetics on! Your skin will thank you, trust me.
Remove your eye makeup with the Aveda Pure Comfort Eye Makeup Remover. This oil-free formula is gentle on the eyes but effectively dissolves washable eye makeup.
Let the cleansing begin:
Start the cleansing process using the Aveda Botanical Kinetics Purifying Gel Cleanser to remove makeup, dirt, and surface debris. I recommend using the double-cleansing method to ensure your skin is nice and clean!
Double-cleansing is so important during your evening routine. Cleansing the first time removes surface debris, makeup and leaves your skin looking clean. When you cleanse the second time the cleanser is able to get deeper into your pores and pull out bacteria and pollution that is more likely to build up deeper into the skin and cause a break-out. This method is not necessary in the morning but is highly recommended by skin professionals before bed!
Tone down your problems:
After cleansing, a good toner is an essential. A toner has many benefits for the skin and the type of toner should be matched to your skin type- just like a good cleanser would be! The Aveda Botanical Kinetics Toning Mist will help balance the oils in your skin and refresh your pores. For more blemish-prone skin the Aveda Botanical Kinetics Exfoliant liquid is a great way to tone while getting rid of excess dead skin cells, which allows your serum and moisturizer to absorb more effectively.
A good serum can fix just about anything:
Your skin is clean and balanced and it is now ready for my personal favorite, serums and oils. Serums and oils are packed with vitamins and nutrients essential for the health of your skin. If your skin is more on the oily side I would recommend opting for a serum or concentration over the beauty oil. The Aveda Tulasara collection has an Oleation Oil made of 100% naturally derived and perfectly balanced oils. Because the oils are balanced, it will add a perfect blend of moisture to your skin without clogging your pores. This collection also has a range of concentrates for anything your skin needs an extra boost in, such as Aveda Tulasara Firm, Aveda Tulasara Calm, and Aveda Tulasara Bright.
Serums and oils are not as mandatory as the other 3 steps. These are just an add on for anyone who would like to see improvement in specific areas!
The most important part...
Next we moisturize! First the eye area needs some love, so eye cream goes first! The skin on the eye area is very thin and gentle so no matter your age, you should be using eye cream. The eye area is also usually the first area to show signs of aging. Something as simple as just keeping it moisturized will be preventive care.
During the day, opt for something light like the Aveda Botanical Kinetics Energizing Eye Creme. This will have your eyes bright and refreshed, ready for the day! At night let your eyes soak in the moisture with the Aveda Tulasara Wedding Masque Eye to brighten, moisturize, and give your eyes that “wedding day glow” as Aveda calls it!
After the eyes are taken care of, your skin needs to be given the moisture that was taken out of it during the cleansing process. At night time, your skin does a lot of it’s healing and replenishing so applying a thick moisturizer is ideal. Before bed is the best time to do the heavy moisturizing since you don’t have to worry about applying makeup on top.
A moisturizer like the Aveda Botanical Kinetics Hydrating Lotion is a perfect, lightweight moisturizer for oily skin or even for just during the day. For dry skin or night time moisture options, try the Aveda Hydrating Creme in Soft or Rich for instant 24-hour moisture.
Aside from your everyday products, you should fit in regular exfoliators to reveal a more lively complexion and once a month use a face mask to deep clean!
Routine add-ons:
Be sure to exfoliate 2-3 times a week with Aveda Botanical Kinetics Radiant Skin Refiner
Get a moisture surge with Aveda Tulasara Overnight Wedding Masque
Draw out impurities with Aveda Botanical Kinetics Deep Cleansing Clay Masque
This may seem like a lot but once you get into your ritual you will enjoy the process and the results even more! Finding the perfect products for you may take some time but it’s all part of your skincare journey. Some final thoughts to reflect on is give your products some time to work. You don’t want to confuse your skin by switching products too frequently expecting immediate results. As one of our estheticians, Trudi, always has to to remind me when I start going product crazy- “Less is more”.
Stop by Olivers today to talk to one of our employees about finding the perfect Aveda products for you! Check out our website or call us at (610) 366-8808.