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Is Hyaluronic acid right for you? Everything you need to know

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You’ve likely heard of the ingredient Hyaluronic Acid. After all every beauty professional, blogger and vlogger raves about it. But do you know exactly why this super skincare ingredient is adored by so many? Or whether it’s right for your skin? Well, we are here to educate you. Keep reading as we reveal all you need to know about this hydration hero, it’s multiple benefits, and the best hyaluronic acid skincare products you should try.

Firstly, hyaluronic acid is not a new ingredient, in fact, it has been a staple in skincare and makeup for decades now. The word ‘acid’ can be daunting for many when it comes to their skin, but this ingredient is in fact a paradox as it’s not actually an acid at all! It’s in fact a sugar!

Thanks to its sponge like affect, Hyaluronic acid has the ability to hold 1,000 times its weight in moisture, in other words, one gram of hyaluronic acid is able to hold up to six litres of water! Crazy right? Making it THE super hydrator of the skincare world, especially more recently as advancement in technical innovation has changed it for the better! Now, thanks to its molecular structure Hyaluronic acid has the ability to deeply penetrate to instantly deliver supple, dewy skin in a matter of seconds! In fact, it literally binds moisture to skin cells to keep skin smooth, firm, plump, and undeniably radiant! The extra moisture also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles!

But, this skincare-wonder doesn’t stop there, not only does it benefit those with dry, dehydrated skin, it’s also a must for all skin types, especially those concerned with premature ageing. This is because not only does it allow the skin and the connective tissues to retain moisture and remain hydrated, (and hydrated skin is healthy skin that ages slower!) It also helps maintain collagen levels (which dramatically declines with age), and we all know we need collagen to remain youthfulness when it comes to our complexion.

Hyaluronic acid also helps with tissue regeneration, it is proven to help wounds heal faster, can reduce scarring and diminish redness and sunburn! This is due to its ability to keep the tissue moist, manage inflammation and signal the body to build more blood vessels in areas with the skin has been damaged so nutrients can get to them!

And finally, this multi-tasking wonder is a real acne fighter. Hyaluronic acid has natural antibacterial properties making it perfect for those who are suffering from breakouts.  What more could you ask from one skincare ingredient?

Hyaluronic acid isn’t just a skincare ingredient though, it’s actually naturally produced by our bodies, but like collagen, as we age its production gradually decreases. Our skin then slowly loses its ability to maintain moisture and stay well balanced! This is where topical hyaluronic acid skincare becomes a necessity. Just remember though the more hyaluronic you put on your face, the more youthful you’ll look – fact! And nowadays we are spoilt with the many hyaluronic acid serums, creams, lotions and potions. Here are our four of our favourites, adored by our customers too!

 

THE SERUM

Pevonia Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Serum

This Hyaluronic Acid Serum features one of the highest concentrations of hyaluronic acid on the skincare market, combined with a powerful duo of marine collagen and hibiscus esculentus extract for optimum anti-ageing results. It penetrates deeply into the skin delivering smoother, softer, plumper, firming and brighter skin! What’s more it’s ideal for all skin types!

“I have just started using this serum and the results are already noticeable. My skin is so much more youthful! Smoother, plumper and visibly radiant! I couldn’t recommend more highly!” Mary C, BC Customer

Beauty Collective - Pevonia Hydra Serum

 

THE MOISTURISER

Pevonia Age Correction Marine Collagen Cream

Any Pevonia fan will tell you this is the “go to” cream for rehydrating the skin and smoothing away dehydration lines. This global best-seller is in fact abundant in Hyaluronic and Collagen, and acts like a moisture magnet, plumping and firming the skin immediately.

“I absolutely love this cream. It is a day crem and night cream and it helps with puffiness, lines, blemishes, skin tone, you name it! Totally amazing ❤️” Ana Hall, BC customer

Beauty Collective - Pevonia Marine Collagen Cream

 

THE MIST

NEW Pevonia Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Mist

A true multi-tasker, it can be used in the morning to revitalise your senses and replenish the moisture your skin has lost overnight, after your makeup to set it in place, throughout the day to help your skin stay supple and fresh (or as the perfect pick-me-up), and as a toner to enhance your evening cleanse. What’s more it will actually improve the absorption of your serum and moisturiser optimising the benefits and overall results too!

“Completely obsessed! I’m not usually into face mists or even toners but tried this and fell madly in love!!! Not only does it make my skin feel super moist and dewy first thing, but I also noticed it keeps my make-up nicely set. I use it in the am after I’m made up and before bedtime after my moisturizer. Here’s the obsession part, since I’m on a computer all day and it’s become my go-to mist as my skin feels dry and tight from all the blue light exposure, I hydramist away!” Maribella, BC customer

 

THE MASK

Vie Collection Mesoforce Hyaluronic acid vitamin mask

Containing a cocktail of vitamins and hyaluronic acid, this sensational mask reveals hydrated skin and a radiant complexion. With each application, skin is visibly smoothed and plumped.

”My skin was feeling patchy with the changing seasons, but after one application of this mask it felt better moisturised and fresher. Dry, flaky patches were soothed and smoothed with my powder foundation sitting much better the very next day. I’ve used it once or twice a week since and my skin tends to feel plump and fresh for a good 4 days after using the mask. Very gentle and soothing.” A McBride, BC Customer

Beauty Collective - Mesoforce Hyaluronic Acid VItamin Mask 

Beauty Collective - VItamin C

Vitamin C and your skin: Everything you need to know

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Ask anyone with beautifully radiant skin what their secret is and they’ll likely tell you they’re using Vitamin C! Recommended by every beauty expert, Vitamin C is THE go-to ingredient to dramatically brighten skin, but that’s not all it does, the notorious glow-getter offers a multitude of other benefits too. Read on as we reveal everything you need to know about this antioxidant powerhouse and why it should be a staple in your daily skincare routine.

Firstly, thought was exactly is Vitamin C?

In short Vitamin C is a nutrient that our body and skin cells need to function and stay healthy. It is a potent antioxidant (the best of the best!) that helps prevent cell damage caused by age-accelerating free radicals, (highly reactive molecules which are produced either from normal essential metabolic processes in our bodies, or from external sources such as pollution, cigarette smoke, radiation, medication and industrial chemicals.)

So, what exactly does this sought-after ingredient do for your skin?

Free radicals can wreak havoc on our skin by harming healthy cells and promoting premature ageing! In fact, they are responsible for breaking down our skin’s collagen, resulting in unflattering skin blemishes like wrinkling, dark spots, fine lines and loose, saggy skin.

Antioxidants like Vitamin C, interact with and neutralize these free radicals preventing them from causing damage. The body makes some of the antioxidants that it uses to neutralize free radicals but topical antioxidants like Vitamin C dramatically help too! So, just as eating a diet rich in antioxidant food helps your body in fighting off free radicals, topical Vitamin C does the same for your skin by helping to offset daily aggressors like UV damage, air pollution exposure and other premature agers, stress even!

But amazingly, this outstanding ingredient’s skin-saving benefits aren’t limited to its antioxidant status. It has plenty more going for it too!

Vitamin C is also well known for  boosting collagen (the protein hailed for keeping our skin supple and youthful!) through the process of collagen synthesis. In fact, collagen synthesis can’t happen without vitamin C! And although ccollagen is naturally present in our skin, as we age our natural collagen production dramatically slows! Vitamin C applied to the skin in the form of Vitamin C Serum can encourage new collagen to grow. It also helps maintain the collagen you do have and protects the precious protein from damage! Amazing stuff right?

By adding vitamin C into your daily skincare routine will also make a noticeable difference to hyperpigmentation, dramatically reducing it in fact. Studies show that vitamin C helps inhibit melanin production — the pigment responsible for skin colour and the appearance of dark spots, this in turn reduces dullness and gives skin that youthful glow we all desire. And if you combine the best vitamin C skincare, such as Vitamin C Serums with your daily Sunscreen in the morning, you’ll be applying a powerful protective layer to help ward off the signs of ageing.

Vitamin C skincare will also treat uneven skin, improving skin tone and texture. Plus, it’s an anti-inflammatory so will help reduce skin inflammation and redness too!

When should you use vitamin c in your skincare routine?

Free radical damage can occur throughout the day so it’s best to apply your Vitamin C serum in the morning. For best results, follow with sunscreen as this will give your skin the best antioxidant defence to protect it from pollutants and free radical damage which as we know can accelerate signs of ageing.

When it comes to vitamin C serums apply them after cleansing and before your moisturiser and or SPF.

Is Vitamin C safe to us with other active ingredients?

The great news is, vitamin c can be safely used with other active ingredients, although using alongside niacinamide may make vitamin C less effective.

Is vitamin c for everyone?

Vitamin C is a versatile ingredient that can cater to different skin types depending on its formulation. For those with sensitive, reactive skin, certain forms of vitamin C can actually aggravate skin leading to dryness, peeling, and redness so you have to be careful about which products you use.

Look for vitamin C serums formulated with a gentle derivative such as sodium ascorbyl phosphate, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate or Tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, these vitamin C forms are considered more stable and less irritating.

So, if you suffer from hyperpigmentation or dark spots or if your skin is lacking life and needs some serious brightening, vitamin c should be your go-to. Here are our favourite Vitamin C products, adored by our customers too!

Pevonia Vitamin C Complexe

This Vitamin C Serum is a-mazing for that perfect pick-me-up. Vitamin C and hydration hero hyaluronic acid, work together to quite literally drench skin with repairing antioxidants, deeply nourishing skin while correcting photo-damage. Not only does it have the most beautiful citrus aroma, when applied, skin looks instantly brighter and dewier too!

Pevonia - C Complex

Phytomer Cyfolia Radiance Cleansing Cream

This rich, velvety cleanser literally melts on contact with your skin to gently cleanse and remove makeup, oil and impurities! Organic Orange water delivers vitamin C for skin radiance and optimal glow while Cyfolia Algae enhances the glow by providing a reflective effect! Like a burst of radiance to the complexion, skin is soft, supple and glowing after every cleanse!

Beauty Collective - Cyfolia Radiance Cleansing Cream

Vie Collection Photo C Bright Radiance Mask

This brilliant brightening mask delivers radiant skin by morning! It will help draw out any build-up of impurities, dirt and pollution, reduce the appearance of dull skin and increase the look of luminosity!

Power packed with vitamin c, exfoliating papain, marine minerals and more we promise after the very first application an incredibly radiant and brightened skin appearance will be revealed!

Photo C

Pevonia “C” Evolutive Eye Gel

Instantly say goodbye to dark, puffy eyes with this this nourishing and cooling eye gel formulated with Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid and Ginkgo Biloba. The power trio combine to smooth wrinkles while effectively reducing dark circles and under eye puffiness and thanks to its delivery of decongesting benefits throughout the day, eyes remain beautifully refreshed and rejuvenated morning to night.

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Want smaller pores? Here’s how

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You might not think it, but enlarged pores is one of the most common skin concerns and how to reduce them, one of the most googled skincare questions too – in fact How do I reduce the size of my large pores? has almost 3 billion hits! Crazy right? But not really when we are a nation obsessed with pore size!

Well, if you are one of the millions, billions even, that need help with your pores, keep reading, as we have the answers.

 

Firstly, though what exactly are pores and what is their purpose?

Essentially pores are an opening on the surface of our skin. In fact, they are tiny openings around our hair follicles and oil glands that help sebum (our body’s natural oils) move through the surface of your skin. When the sebum is released to the skins surface it helps keep it naturally moisturised, so while their appearance, if enlarged, can be frustrating, pores are actually helpful for maintaining skin health!

 

What causes enlarged pores?

Believe it or not, our pore size is genetically determined (thanks parents!) but, oily skin, sun damage and aging are other factors that can make your pores look bigger. For instance, if oil, toxins, dirt, and makeup collect in the pore, they can weigh it down and stretch it! And as we age the skin around our pores become less elastic as our bodies start to produce less elastin and collagen (the proteins that actually strengthen the walls of our pores making them tighter), so the already stretched pores can stay stretched as well as sag, this in turn can cause pores to expand and therefore become much more visible!

Also, when we are hormonal our bodies can produce more oil, this can make pores appear larger than they really are because the excess sebum collects on the skin’s surface magnifying these small openings.

 

How can we shrink our pores?

While you can’t actually get rid of your pores or change the size of them even – eek! You can minimize their appearance by following a specific skincare routine, making a few lifestyle changes and introducing pore minimizing products and/or treatments. Keep reading to learn more…

  1. Choose makeup wisely – opt for mineral formulations

Unfortunately, our makeup can make pores seem bigger than they actually are. Products like our powders and foundation can settle into our pores over the course of the day, making them appear larger, so your best bet because, let’s face it we aren’t going to want to forego our miraculous makeup, is to opt for mineral products! A huge benefit of using mineral makeup is that it’s non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog your pores! We love ELES Cosmetics range of mineral formulations. Try the best-selling Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation or if you’re a lover of powder foundations we highly recommend the Mineral Powder Foundation.

ELES - Mineral Powder Foundation

  1. Use a makeup primer

A makeup primer not only helps your makeup stay in place all day, but it also smooths and fills the surface of the skin which can help reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. We love ELES Cosmetics Pore Perfecting Face Primer. It’s a game changer for those with large pores! It’s oil-free, perfectly lightweight and seems to combat shine almost instantly. It contains a natural Dermat Complex which enables it to absorb oil and effectively reduce pore size in one hit Genius.

ELES Pore Perfecting Face Primer

 

  1. Cleanse your skin morning and evening

If you want to help minimise the appearance of your pores it’s essential to keep your skin clean by cleansing morning and night to remove any excess oil, dirt and makeup. Be mindful of what type of cleanser you choose though as the best ones will get rid of dirt and grime without stripping your skin of moisture. If your skin is oily look for gel-based cleansers like Pevonia’s Phyto-Gel Cleanser. It deeply cleanses the skin with a luxurious foaming consistency.  It works by removing the excess and unnecessary oil from the skin’s surface, unclogging pores and ridding it of impurities and surface toxins.

If you have a normal to dry complexion, you’ll benefit best from creamy cleansers. Try Phytomer’s Perfect Visage Gentle Cleansing Milk, it’s creamy texture melts on your skin to gently remove makeup and impurities without disturbing the skin’s protective barrier.

Just remember too much cleansing can actually cause your pores to produce more oil though and we don’t want that!

Phytomer Perfect Visage Gentle Cleansing Milk

  1. Exfoliating your skin is a necessity

Exfoliating 1-3 times a week in order to remove dead cells and unclog pores is a must! Exfoliators with AHA’s and BHA’s (hydroxy acids) such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, citric acid and salicylic acid are best. These are the holy grail of ingredients when it comes to penetrating and cleaning out your clogged pores, and clogged pores look bigger, fact. So by unblocking them you are already halfway there in terms of reducing their size.

While all four acids exfoliate on a cellular level, Glycolic, Citric and Lactic works on a more surface level to brighten and smooth your skin, whereas Salicylic Acid penetrates much deeper to effectively remove dead skin cells clogged in pores.

 

  1. Minimise sun exposure

UV radiation breaks down our collagen and elastin, which in turn leads to saggy pores which expands pore size! So minimising your exposure to the sun is a must.

 

  1. Never skip wearing your sunscreen, even on cold, cloudy days

Sunscreen is a necessity for everyone no matter your skin type! Overexposure to the sun is not only the cause of premature ageing and cancer even, it can also dry out skin making pores look bigger.

You can also choose foundations that contain SPF in them like ELES’s Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15.

ELES Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15

  1. Make sure you do a weekly face mask

Clay masks are best. They can help remove oil, dirt, and dead skin deep inside your pores to make them look smaller. Phytomer’s CityLife Radiance Reviving Mask is our go-to. This unique cream-mousse mask instantly counters dehydration, signs of fatigue, dark spots and enlarged pores. Combining 100% natural red and white clays, blue microalgae, red algae and a comprehensive depolluting complex of 3 marine sugars, it reveals luminosity, radiance and refined pores after just one application!

Beauty Collective - Phytomer - CITYLIFE Radiance Reviving Mask with Clay

  1. Never fall asleep with your make up

Falling asleep with your makeup on is detrimental to your skin, fact. Failing to remove makeup at the end of every day is a major missed opportunity for skin to be able to regenerate while you sleep, you see not removing your makeup means the skin ceases to breathe freely and pores clog. This can make them look larger than life the next day when you awake!

That’s why it’s so important to wash your makeup off at night, no matter how tired you are or how late you get home. For added benefit, you can also use a makeup-removing product before cleansing, such as Vie Collection’s Micellar Water. It purifies, conditions and cleanses your complexion in one easy step gently removing makeup from your lips, eyes and face for a fresh and flawless appearance..

Vie Collection - Micellar Water

 

  1. Make sure you moisturise daily even if your skin is oily

Those who have oily skin tend to suffer from oversized pores. The problem is though that one of the most common mistakes people with oily skin make is to skip out on moisturiser for fear that it will add more oil to their face. Moisturising actually helps your natural sebum penetrate into the deeper layers of your skin though. This not only reduces the appearance of oiliness, but it also helps to condition your skin effectively. Without it, your skin could produce even more oil.

 

  1. And finally use a pore perfecting moisturiser

When it comes to large pores, the key is to choose a pore-minimizing moisturiser as they work by stimulating and plumping the collagen that surrounds pores.

Yes it’s a thing! If you aren’t already using one, you simply must now. Formulated to quite literally refine pores for a smoother, flawless complexion free of shine you won’t believe the results. Our go-to is Pevonia’s Age Correction Micro-Pores Refine Cream. It’s a mattifying treatment cream which radically reduces oil production and pore size, while providing long-lasting hydration at the same time.

“I have seen the difference in my pores since using the micro pores range, my pores have slowly minimise. The moisturizer is hydrating and mattifying on the skin”. Sally S

 

“I’ve only started using this cream as I am now in my 40’s and need a cream to suit my skin’s needs. It really helps to reduce pores (particularly on my nose).” Rhiannon K

 

“It did exactly what it’s formulated to do. I saw great improvement in reducing large open pores….Thank u Pevonia.” Anne K

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12 tips to prevent premature skin ageing

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If you’re in your 30’s and 40’s and have started to notice some significant signs of early skin ageing (tears) we feel you. From dryness to loss of elasticity, wrinkles, fine lines, dark circles and more, skin ageing is unfortunately inevitable. The great news is, however, that it’s possible to slow down the rate in which our skin ages by simply following a few key steps.

From anti-ageing skincare to lifestyle choices, follow these top tips and help prolong your healthy, youthful glow naturally!

 

  1. Get serious about sunscreen – protect your skin from the sun every. single. day.

The sun is THE no. 1 cause of premature ageing (amongst other serious issues) so you need to get serious about sunscreen from an early age! I’m talking about religiously applying it daily even when it’s cloudy! Just as you use a cleanser to wash your face, apply a sunscreen to protect your face! The harmful UV rays from the sun causes proteins in our skin to deteriorate, leading to the loss of our youthful appearance over time but a good sunscreen can help to prevent this!

Fortunately, there is a myriad of products out there with SPF, from sunscreen to daily moisturisers, foundations and more, and many are now formulated to work with specific skin types, so if you are a sensitive skin sufferer and the idea of slathering on sunscreen scares you, worry no more! We love The ELES Luminous Defence Brightening Day protection SPF 50, it’s light and smooth on the skin and hydrates, protects and corrects skin!

ELES - Luminous Defence Brightening Day Protection 50

And when it comes to foundation, we highly recommend ELES Cosmetics best-selling Age-Defying BB Cream 30. multi-tasking makeup miracle, suitable for all skin types! Your moisturiser, primer, sunscreen and foundation in one! It primes, tints, nourishes, protects, blurs and evens out your skin tone for a truly, natural, flawless finish. And thanks to its skin-loving ingredients including Vitamin E, Goji berry, Squalane; its multi-mineral complex, and age defying peptides, over time it will help to promote cell health, strengthen elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines and restore that natural glow you once donned! What’s more, you’ll feel as though you aren’t even wearing makeup, no easy feat for a foundation or any product with SPF for that matter! Genius!

BB Cream

 

  1. Cleanse correctly

In the quest for a clear complexion cleansing is a must. But cleansing with conventional, harsh products can simply dry out skin which will age you! Worse, it can make skin over-produce oil so you could be hit with rather a few pesky pimples too!! Teenage acne? No thanks.

So be sure to use a cleanser specific to your skin type. Beauty Collective has a myriad of cleansers for every skin type and concern so get searching!

  1. Don’t forget to exfoliate your skin once a week

Dry, dull skin lacks youthful luminosity, so exfoliating is a necessity! We’re not talking daily though, just once or twice a week depending on your skin type will suffice, as too much exfoliation can be counterproductive. It can actually increase the aging process of the skin. If you exfoliate too much, too often, you’ll end up with thin, dry skin and wrinkles!

A good weekly exfoliation will break up dead surface skin cells and improve circulation to your skin revealing a fresh glowy complexion. But that’s not all! Exfoliation can also help your body produce more collagen and elastin, keeping your skin extra plump for longer! This makes exfoliating a great way to slow down and even delay the appearance of wrinkles!

Pevonia Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser blog

If your skin is a little on the sensitive side, exfoliation is still important just be sure to opt for a super gentle formula – we LOVE Pevonia’s Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser, it gently polishes your skin with its unique creamy, granular texture. But if granules scare you, we also highly recommend Phytomer’s Vegetal Exfoliant with Natural Enzymes. It’s a soft exfoliant for even the most sensitive or rosacea prone skin and uses natural enzymes to encourage cell turnover without scrubbing or irritating your skin.

Phytomer's Vegetal Exfoliant with Natural Enzymes

 

 

  1. Moisturise your skin daily morning and night

Moisturisers trap water in your skin which can actually help your skin look more plumped and youthful. Moisturiser can also reduce appearance of fine lines exacerbated by dry skin.  Using a moisturiser with anti-ageing properties such as retinol which can stimulate collagen production, hyaluronic acid which traps moisture in skin, vitamin C which is a natural antioxidant that helps produce collagen, and peptides which is tied to the body’s production of collagen and elastin, will hugely benefit the skin and help in the path to preventing premature ageing. Formulated with both Retinol and Vitamin C to help boost collagen production  (the oh so important protein for prolonging youthful skin) we highly recommend Vie Collection’s Retinopur Wrinkles Imperfections Fluid.

Vie Collection Retinopur Wrinkles Imperfections fluid

I’m also personally in love with Pevonia’s best-selling Age Correction Marine Collagen Cream. It’s a gorgeously rich, yet fine cream that feels amazing on application and leaves skin super soft, supple and like it’s had that much-needed boost of moisture, a feeling that lasts all day! I swear my 42-year-old self has less visible lines and wrinkles thanks to this superstar cream!

Beauty Collective - Pevonia Marine Collagen Cream

 

  1. Always remove makeup before going to bed!

From a few too many wines to being just plain old exhausted, sometimes it hard to peel yourself off your bed to go and remove your makeup but remove your makeup you must!

Cleansing your face especially at night to remove not only your makeup but any remnants of the days sweat, dirt and grime is imperative for healthy skin. Not removing your makeup means your skin is unable to regenerate effectively while you sleep, pores clog, and fatigue (ageing!) signs start to appear.  For a fantastic makeup remover which effectively melts away makeup and grime with minimum effort try Phytomer’s Doux Contour Eye and Lip Waterproof Makeup Remover. Combining the effectiveness of an oil (a trio of oils in fact) and the gentleness of a lotion, this ultra-hydrating makeup remover, eradicates even the most stubborn of lips and eye makeup fast!

To read more about sleeping in makeup and what it really does to our skin click here.

Phytomer - DOUX CONTOUR Eye And Lip Waterproof Makeup Remover

 

  1. Don’t rub your eyes!

When we are tired it’s easy to fall into the trap of rubbing our eyes, hey I’m told I’m guilty of this by my husband all the time! The problem is the area around our eyes is the most delicate on our face and tugging, rubbing or pulling at your eye area can cause tiny blood vessels to break resulting in dark circles that make you look older and tired All. Of. The. Time. Instead, start applying an anti-ageing eye cream morning and night pronto! I am currently loving Vie Collection’s Chrono Eyes Puffiness-Dark Circles Wrinkles Cream. It’s a beautifully fine cream enriched with moisturising ingredients to nourish the eye area.

Vie Collection - Vie Collection - Wrinkle Dimension Hyaluronic Acid Concentrate 15ml

  1. Indulge in an antioxidant rich diet

Antioxidants are SO important when it comes to protecting our DNA from damage – they are the last line of defence against premature ageing. Thankfully our bodies produce antioxidants on their own, but we can definitely strengthen our protection against ageing by eating an antioxidant-rich diet. So what foods are rich in antioxidants? The favourites in our house include raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, broccoli, spinach and kale!

 

  1. Eat less sugar

A diet high in sugar can accelerate aging! This is sadly true. Although quitting sugar may not reverse signs of aging that have already manifested, it can slow their progression.

 

  1. Cut down on alcohol

While a glass of red wine can be good for our health, excess alcohol will damage and dehydrate your skin making you look older! So if you love a drink or 5, try to cut down your intake.

 

  1. Exercise daily

Exercise is good for your health as well as your soul! Moderate exercise every day can improve circulation and boost your immune system oh and it releases endorphins which make you feel pretty good too. This is turn can give your skin a more youthful appearance.

Exercise can also improve conditions that are damaging to the skin, like eczema and acne.

 

  1. Try to reduce stress in your life!

When you’re stressed your body releases cortisol (the stress hormone). Sadly, it’s infamous for breaking down collagen, the protein which keeps your complexion supple and firm! If like me, when you’re stressed you’ll also be more guilty of frowning, which unfortunately can lead to deeper, permanent wrinkles in these areas over time. Eek.

Gentle exercise or relaxation activities such as yoga, meditation or even just walking has been shown to reduce stress so practice these on a daily basis and help prevent premature ageing.

 

  1. Get enough shut eye

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it a hundred times, and we all know it’s the truth, not enough shut-eye can have serious ramifications on our skin! From premature ageing, to dermatitis, eczema, acne, loss of collagen and more! Scary right? So we need to think of sleep as an essential step in our daily skincare routine. Not only will plenty of shut-eye let skin cells regenerate overnight, it will also help prevent dark under-eye circles which can really make us look so much older than we are! We know, no one is choosing to be sleep deprived, the stresses of everyday life can seriously prevent us from getting the amount of sleep we crave, but if it’s possible to try and get our heads down at a reasonable time (I’m talking to myself here too!) and stick to it nightly, it’ll improve quality of sleep and in turn have a positive impact on our complexion too!

For more information on what really happens to your skin while your sleep, click here.