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7 foods that fight ageing: Your edible skincare guide

7 foods that fight ageing: Your edible skincare guide

by Jo Boyden on Feb 13 2026
We’ve long known that healthy skin starts with what we eat. Fresh greens, vibrant fruits and nourishing healthy fats all play a powerful role in supporting hydration, collagen production and overall skin vitality. But, the most effective way to achieve truly radiant skin? Pairing what’s on our plate with what we put on our face. Cue “edible skincare”, a rapidly growing movement that blends advanced skin science with ingredients inspired by what’s in our pantry! It’s built on a simple principle, if your skin absorbs much of what you apply, those ingredients should be as clean, nutrient-rich and recognisable as the foods you trust to nourish your body! Think antioxidant-rich botanicals, vitamin-packed extracts and naturally derived actives that support the skin barrier, boost radiance and defend against environmental stress. Keep reading for our expert guide to the best foods for glowing skin and how edible skincare can help you achieve long-lasting, healthy results.   Firstly, what is edible skincare? Before we get into the foods, let's talk about what edible skincare actually means, because it's probably not what you think! Edible skincare doesn’t mean you’re meant to eat your moisturiser! Instead, it refers to formulations made with natural, food-grade ingredients that are safe enough to consume though designed for topical use of course! The philosophy is built around the idea that your skin absorbs a significant portion of what you apply to it. So rather than harsh synthetics or unnecessary fillers, edible skincare focuses on ingredients you’d feel comfortable putting into your body such as antioxidant-rich fruits, nutrient-dense vegetables and skin-loving plant extracts. It’s basically skincare inspired by real nutrition!   So what foods are best for the skin? From vitamin-packed fruits to skin-friendly veggies, here are some of the best foods for a glowing, healthy complexion and how you can bring their benefits into your skincare routine!   1. Celery: The ultimate hydration hero Celery might not be glamorous (in fact it might be the most underrated food there is!), but I am here to tell you it is incredibly effective! Made up of approximately 95% water, it's one of nature's most powerful hydrators, replenishing moisture levels as it delivers electrolytes, vitamins K, vitamin C, and a host of antioxidants that work together to plump, calm, and clarify our skin. When ingested or applied topically, its deeply hydrates, soothes inflammation, reduces puffiness and helps flush toxins! Celery in your skincare routine: Naturys Moisturising Celery Farm Mask Just like a glass of celery juice (which I personally find quite delicious!), this mask delivers an instant surge of hydration, plumping the skin and soothing redness with organic celery extract. Who’s it good for? It’s fantastic at revitalising-tired complexions. 2. Avocado: Deep nourishment & barrier support Is there anything avocado can't do? A nutritional powerhouse inside and out, avocado is loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamins E and C, and potassium, all of which are essential for maintaining a strong, resilient skin barrier and soft, supple, healthy complexion. Avocado in your skincare routine: Naturys Moisturising Hydra Cream 24H This rich cream uses avocado oil to deeply nourish and soften the skin, preventing moisture loss, strengthening the skin barrier and smoothing out those fine lines caused by dehydration. Who’s it good for? It’s perfect for dry, dehydrated or compromised skin. 3. Orange: The vitamin C & radiance booster Oranges are bursting with vitamin C, and vitamin C is synonymous with glowing skin. This vibrant citrus fruit is one of the richest natural sources of ascorbic acid, a powerful antioxidant that brightens, protects against environmental stress and supports collagen production! But it's not just the vitamin C that makes orange so special for your complexion, its bioflavonoids, natural AHAs, and antioxidant compounds work synergistically to deliver a full-spectrum radiance boost like nothing else! Orange in your skincare routine: Phytomer Cyfolia Organic Radiance Cleansing Cream Formulated with organic orange water, this cleanser doesn't just wash away the day, it delivers a dose of Vitamin C to leave your complexion visibly radiant and refreshed. Who’s it good for? Dull, devitalised complexions in need of a radiance boost. Uneven tone and early signs of ageing. 4. Tomatoes: Antioxidant protection & natural glow getter Filled with important nutrients including fibre, vitamin c, vitamin a, potassium, calcium and more, tomatoes don’t get the name superfood for nothing! One of the most important nutrients that truly makes the tomato a superfood (and gives it its vivid red colour!) is however lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps fight off free radical damage! It shields the skin from UV damage, reducing the risk of sunspots and premature ageing.Tomatoes also promote collagen production ensuring skin elasticity and firmness. Their natural acidity acts as a gentle exfoliant, revealing a brighter, smoother skin surface. With anti-inflammatory properties, tomatoes also soothe irritated skin and manage conditions like acne. Tomato in your skincare routine: Naturys Sensitive Hydra Oil The soothing, sensitive skin oil delivers antioxidant-rich botanical nourishment to strengthen and protect the skin barrier, helping to maintain elasticity, comfort and a healthy, radiant glow Who’s it good for? Sensitive skin sufferers or irritated skin in need of soothing nourishment, brightening and antioxidant protection. 5. Cucumber: Cooling, calming & balancing Cucumber is known for its incredibly high water content and naturally soothing properties. It hydrates, refreshes and helps reduce the appearance of puffiness, making it ideal for skin that feels overheated, irritated or out of balance. Rich in antioxidants and gentle plant compounds, cucumber helps calm inflammation while delivering lightweight hydration, without heaviness. Cucumber in your skincare routine: Pevonia Balancing Combination Skin Cream This helps regulate and hydrate combination skin, maintaining clarity and comfort without congestion. For an added boost of soothing, plant-based hydration, cucumber-inspired formulas are perfect for restoring calm and balance. Who’s it good for? Its balancing nature makes it especially beneficial for combination and breakout-prone skin, where hydration is needed but excess oil must be kept in check. 6. Green tea: The anti-ageing antioxidant to calm and protect Packed with polyphenols (specifically EGCG epigallocatechin gallate), green tea is one of the most potent antioxidant ingredients available in both food and skincare. It protects against pollution and UV damage, neutralises free radicals, calms inflammation, and protects collagen. It even brightens and evens skin tone with consistent use making it an essential ingredient for anyone concerned about ageing, redness, or environmental damage! It’s a powerhouse! Green tea in your skincare routine: Naturys Anti-Age Well Ageing Eye Contour Cream This beautifully nourishing eye cream packed harnesses antioxidant-rich botanicals (green tea, peptides and bakuchiol) to protect and revitalise the delicate eye area helping to reduce puffiness and undereye bags, as well as soften the appearance of fine lines while maintaining firmness and luminosity. Who’s it good for? Anyone wanting antioxidant protection, detoxification and hydration in one. 7. Honey: Nature's healing humectant Honey has been used in skincare for centuries and for good reason! Naturally rich in antioxidants, enzymes and skin-supporting nutrients, it offers both nourishment and protection in one beautifully simple ingredient. As a natural humectant, honey helps draw moisture into the skin and lock it in, making it ideal for dry, dull or dehydrated complexions. Its antimicrobial properties can help calm and support breakout-prone skin, while its antioxidant content works to defend against free radical damage that contributes to premature ageing. The result? Skin that feels softer, smoother and more resilient with a healthy, natural glow. Honey in your skincare routine: Pevonia Rejuvenating Dry Skin Cream This divine day cream with a beautiful subtle scent delivers deep nourishment and comfort to dry or mature skin, helping to restore suppleness, improve elasticity and support long-lasting hydration. Who’s it good for? Those needing deep hydration, clarifying, and healing benefits or a clearer, more balanced and nourishing complexion. A quick breakdown! Remember your skin is a reflection of your overall health. By fuelling your body with these superfoods and mirroring that nutrition with food-grade topicals from Naturys, Pevonia and Phytomer, you’re creating the perfect environment for a lifelong glow!
Makeup that does more: New skincare-infused foundations from ELES

Makeup that does more: New skincare-infused foundations from ELES

by Jo Boyden on Feb 13 2026
Foundation isn’t just about coverage anymore. We want more! More glow. More protection. More skin benefits! Cue the new ELES Mineral Foundations. 3 skincare-makeup hybrids that combine mineral SPF, powerhouse antioxidants, anti-ageing actives and barrier supporting ingredients that don’t just perfect your skin but visibly improve it too! Sound like something you need in your life? Keep reading to find out more.   The foundations for every skin concern These next-generation, high performance foundations are loaded with skincare benefits thanks to their formulation of potent ingredients including kakadu plum extract that is exceptionally rich in vitamin c, hydration hero hyaluronic acid, antioxidant rich marigold extract, zinc oxide & titanium dioxide, two gentle mineral sunscreens that protect against UV damage while calming and strengthening the skin barrier and more! Plus, they are made in Australia, are vegan, are cruelty-free, talc-free and fragrance-free, and each formula has been designed for oily, dry, sensitive and environmentally stressed skin! In short, these foundations blend clean beauty with anti-ageing ingredients to create breathable (no pore clogging in sight!) skin-like finishes that protect, nurture and enhance skin long after application!   The best foundation for dry, dehydrated skin ELES Mineral Glow Skin Tint SPF 15 If your skin tends to be dry, dehydrated or dull and you love a more dewy finish this is the new foundation for you! This hydrating foundation with hyaluronic acid is the ultimate skin tint with SPF in one. Lightweight, silky and luminous, it delivers sheer-to-buildable coverage while keeping skin plump, smooth and radiant throughout the day. While it’s perfect for those with dry or dehydrated skin wanting that youthful glow it’s also a great tinted sunscreen for sensitive skin, protecting and perfecting. Titanium dioxide provides gentle and non-irritating broad-spectrum protection. Hyaluronic acid and squalane maintain hydration, while antioxidant botanicals including pomegranate, sea buckthorn, kiwi and cucumber revive tired-looking skin. It’s your 3-in-1 tinted SPF! Skincare, sun protection and makeup rolled into one outstanding multi-tasking foundation. It really is the best lightweight foundation for everyday wear that provides a flawless finish. I know I’m biased but can you tell I’m already in love! Best Foundation for oily or combination Skin ELES Mineral Flawless Finish Foundation SPF 15 Prefer more coverage but still want it to look like your skin? This is your perfect match! This liquid mineral foundation delivers medium-to-full buildable coverage with a soft, powder finish that never feels heavy. It glides on effortlessly and sets to a refined, natural-looking complexion that lasts from morning to night! It’s formulated with Zinc Oxide SPF 15, hyaluronic acid, squalane and jojoba esters, and it hydrates skin while helping to regulate balance! What’s more green tea and marigold extracts protect and calm your skins, while kaolin clay and rice powder absorb excess oil and blur pores. It’s genius! It’s the perfect natural-looking foundation, polished, breathable and long-wearing, without congestion. Best Foundation for Sensitive or Reactive Skin ELES Mineral SkinPerfect Powder Foundation SPF 15 For those who love a pressed powder foundation with real coverage, this one truly lives up to its name! This pro mineral powder foundation perfects, protects and delivers an airbrushed finish with lasting wear. Silky and weightless, it smooths texture, blurs imperfections and controls shine, without drying or irritation! Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide provide gentle broad-spectrum mineral SPF 15 protection while calming the skin and supporting barrier function. A powerful antioxidant blend of Kakadu Plum, Pomegranate and Bilberry helps brighten and defend against environmental stress. It’s hypoallergenic, talc-free, fragrance-free and non-toxic, making it ideal for sensitive skin that still wants coverage. It really is the perfect skin-perfecting foundation! Your mineral powder foundation with sunscreen! Whether you prefer luminous glow, buildable liquid coverage or an airbrushed powder finish, there’s a new-generation foundation designed for your skin type, not just your shade. Your skincare-makeup hybrid!
Expert approved: The best vegan and organic skincare for you

Expert approved: The best vegan and organic skincare for you

by Jo Boyden on Mar 14 2025
When it comes to our skincare, we all want products that provide results. But these days skincare packed with natural goodness really is imperative too. The thing is with so many brands claiming to be “clean” and “green”, how are you supposed to know what actually works and isn’t just marketing hype? Well, we decided to turn to the BC pros for their top recommendations when it comes to the best plant-based skincare solutions for every skin type. Products that are not only natural, but organic and vegan too, so you know you are not only doing wonders for your skin but helping our animals and the environment too! From dull, dry skin and sensitive skin, to oily and ageing, keep reading for the best vegan and organic skincare products for your skin type!   Firstly though, why choose vegan and organic skincare? Free from harsh chemicals, synthetic additives, and artificial fragrances, natural, organic and vegan skincare products rely on pure, plant-based ingredients that nourish and support your skin’s natural functions. Organic skincare ensures that ingredients are grown without pesticides or harmful toxins, reducing irritation and long-term damage. Vegan formulas skip animal-derived ingredients, making them more ethical and often gentler on sensitive skin. Plus, many natural and organic products are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and essential nutrients, helping to hydrate, repair, and protect your skin while promoting a healthy, radiant glow.   The best natural, vegan and organic products for your skin type; For Dull skin Phytomer Cyfolia Organic Radiance Cleansing Cream Natural, Marine, Organic, Vegan The super-soft, velvety and creamy cleanser is formulated with so many clever ingredients including; Cyfolia algae, revitalising seawater – oligomer, organic orange water, organic vegetal oils, rose, cedarwood, spiced pink peppercorns, and aloe vera, which envelope the skin with a beautiful, fresh fragrance. And on application, it quite literally melts into skin to very gently (but also very effectively!) remove makeup, oil, and any impurities while nourishing and soothing your complexion too! 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! Seriously! “I love this new cleanser from Phytomer. I’ve been using it for a few months now and can say my skin is definitely softer and more radiant after use and I love the scent too.” – Sarah M Phytomer Cyfolia Organic Hydra Comforting Cream Natural, Marine, Organic, Vegan Thanks to Cyfolia algae, orange water, oligomer, and seaside flower, this beautiful cream, as the name suggests! Is super hydrating, soothing, calming, and brightening! “Not only does this product feel great on your skin, but I'm absolutely crazy about the natural fragrance. The scent isn't artificial, it's a result of the ingredients that include aloe vera, rose, and cedar.” - Rosie Pevonia C Complexe with Oxyzomes Natural, Organic, Vegan 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 and this Pevonia beauty is one of our go-tos! It 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! “This is a beautiful serum. You only require two pumps and the coverage is excellent. Radiant looking skin instantaneously. Definitely worth the investment.” - Deborah W Pevonia Enzymo Spherides Peeling Cream Natural, Organic, Vegan Combining natural fruit pineapple and papaya enzymes, this mini facial in a jar gently melts away impurities, blackheads, dead cells and toxins revealing silky soft, smooth and glowing skin instead! Simply apply it all over face like you would a face mask, wet your fingers with warm water and work the peeling cream gently, leave it for 2 minutes to let it work its magic, then remove! Voila gorgeous glowy, smooth, soft as a baby's bottom skin! “Don't let the peeling word scare you. I've been using this product for 20 years (I'm 45yo now). Back then it was to help gently clear my skin with those pesky zits (rather than roughly exfoliate), and now I use it to slough away dead skin and keep me looking younger. It's the enzymes. The day after I use this product I have people at work comment on how good my skin looks. (I don't wear makeup). People routinely say I look 7 years younger than I am. This is a non-negotiable must have product!” – Dee M For Dry Skin Phytomer Hydra Original Moisturising Melting Cream Natural, Vegan, Marine If your skin constantly feels tight or flaky, it’s craving moisture and this products is a must! It delivers deep hydration with marine-sourced ingredients that replenish your skin’s moisture barrier. “Probably the best cream I have ever used and I have been using Phytomer for about 10 years. I get a lot of complements about my facial skin and Phytomer products are the reason; and, of course, I drink a lot of water” - MRM Naturys Multi-Peptide Serum Natural, Organic, Vegan Experts rave about Naturys’s vegan formulations as well as their commitment to being cruelty-free, but what’s more is how good the products actually are and this product is not exception! The collagen and elastin boosting serum stands out for its ability to firm and rejuvenate and hydrate the skin thanks to its outstanding anti-ageing formula which combines an array of peptides, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin C. It leaves your skin softer, smoother, plumper and visibly radiant too.  “This is my new favourite serum! I love the texture, it's light enough to soak into my skin easily, yet rich enough to leave my skin feeling plumped and moisturised. I use it under which ever cream I'm using and it makes the cream work even better.” – LS Pevonia Vitaminic Concentrate Natural, Organic, Vegan This soothing, silky oil with the most amazing mandarin aroma, is worth its weight in gold! It’s fast-absorbing and radically combats dryness by locking in hydration and delivering moisture that stays! So you’ll wake up to smooth, supple and seriously glowy skin every morning. “This product has saved my dry skin. You put it on after cleansing and it is absorbed right away. It is a dry oil and is just wonderful.”- Amelia G   For Combination to Oily Skin Phytomer Oligopur Purifying Cleansing Gel Natural, Vegan, Marine Think oily skin doesn’t need hydration? Think again! The right ingredients can control oil without stripping your skin. This lightly foaming, cleansing gel, deeply cleanses skin eliminating impurities and excess sebum while maintaining balance. “This is a great cleanser for oily skin, it has a good lather to it and I have noticed an improvement on my oil production during the day. Not to mention it doesn't dry you out!” - Rachael Phytomer Oligopur Hydra-Matifying Control Cream Natural, Vegan, Marine This excellent mattifying cream is ultra-light, almost like a lotion but delivers long lasting anti-shine and eliminates oily patches for those with combination skin. “The perfect, lightweight, oil controlling moisture cream to wear day or night. It is the perfect weight under makeup and controls breakthrough shine.” - Rebecca Pevonia Radiance Pure Skin Charcoal Mask Natural, Organic, Vegan Prone to oily skin and pesky pimples? A detoxifying charcoal mask will do wonders! Pevonia’s Pure Skin Charcoal Mask is the perfect antidote for combination, oily and congested skin. It neutralises pollutants, draws out impurities and leaves skin glowing with pure freshness! “Used this over the weekend I like how it makes my skin feel so clean afterwards. Definitely worth investing in, I have combination skin and it works a treat.” – Christina K   For Sensitive Skin Phytomer Douceur Marine Soothing Moisturising Cream Natural, Vegan, Marine Formulated with Marine Spring Water and Coralline Extract, this beautifully soothing and comforting cream reduces redness, irritation, and discomfort while delivering deep, long-lasting hydration. Its lightweight, soothing formula helps restore balance for a soft, comfortable complexion. “I am on my 7th pot of Douceur Marine Velvety Soothing Cream so obviously I am extremely happy with this product. I am 76 and have sensitive skin so I am very selective as to what I put on my face. My skin reflects the benefits of using this cream both day and night. I was introduced to this product while on a 50 day cruise which was aborted 2 days in. The cream was the best thing to come out of that terrible event.” - Cheryl R  Phytomer Oligoforce Soothing Enforcement Serum with Oligomer Natural, Vegan, Marine Sensitive skin? Suffering from facial redness? We swear by this product! It helps calm and soothe irritated or sensitive skin instantly. It contains anti-inflammatory Phycosaccharide to reduce stinging sensations, infused with OLIGOMER® to deliver an optimum dose of trace elements & minerals. It fortifies the epidermis & prevents cellular fatigue. Calm & soft skin is immediately restored. “I am completely obsessed with this product. I have very sensitive skin that breaks out from everything, so keeping it hydrated and clear at the same time has been a real struggle. UNTIL NOW. This serum hydrates my skin, tames the redness and sensitivity and gives me a natural glow. I use it morning and night under my moisturize.” – Sophie R Pevonia Phyto-Aromatic Mist Natural, Organic, Vegan When your skin is feeling uncomfortable, tight and in urgent need of a quick soothing and comforting pick-me-up, our go-to is this Pevonia Phyto-Aromatic Mist. This beautiful mist can be spritzed onto skin any time of day immediately soothing, calming and hydrating skin with its perfect blend of calendula, chamomile, aloe and French rose too! Some of the best skincare ingredients for those suffering with sensitive skin! Calendula, also known as marigold, is prized for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. Chamomile contains compounds like bisabolol and chamazulene, which help soothe sensitive skin, alleviate itching, and promote healing while aloe vera and French rose soothe, hydrate, reduce redness and strengthen the skin barrier!  “Nice and gentle calming mist, I actually use it instead of toner. Great for sensitive skin. Calms my skin down after the sun.” - Ann-Marie B ELES Calming and Soothing Sheet Mask Natural, Vegan Formulated with a plethora of skin loving and soothing goodies including; niacinamide, green tea, tea tree, hyaluronic acid, lavender, centella asiatica and of course aloe vera, this calming and deeply nourishing mask drenches skin in moisture, soothing and reducing inflammation. Like a cool balm, it immediately reduces redness and heat and restores a protective barrier to prevent moisture loss. “I tried this mask at the recommendation of my beautician who wanted to make sure it was ok for my sensitive skin. It was calm and soothing exactly as the name suggests. Easy to use, contains plenty of product that you can massage in afterwards. Leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated.” - Tanya For Ageing Skin Phytomer Expert Youth Wrinkle Plumping Cream Natural, Vegan, Marine If you want to see a reduction in your wrinkles give this cream a go! Ideal for day and night (it has a beautiful rich formulation) it works by plumping up fine lines and wrinkles using a precise blend of outstanding marine ingredients – brown algae and red vegetal coral. What’s more the formulation has recently been revamped for more naturality and more effectiveness on all wrinkles! It’s a personal favourite of mine, in fact I use this product every night and the results are phenomenal! Smoother, clearer, nourished, youthful skin. “I have been using this product for quite some time. No one EVER believes me when I share my age or mention my two grandchildren. I love this cream!!” – Diane Pevonia Micro Retinol Essential Serum Natural, Organic, Vegan Retinol is a proven anti-ageing superstar, and this award-winning serum delivers it in a gentle yet effective formula. Known for increasing cell turnover and boosting collagen production, it smooths fine lines, and improves skin texture, making it a must-have for your nighttime routine. “I wake up with my skin glowing after using this. I noticed a smoothing of my skin's texture and fine lines almost immediately.” - Sam F Phytomer Expertise Age Contour Youth Eye Cream Natural, Vegan, Marine This skin around our peepers is in fact the most delicate on our face and the first to show signs of ageing so you want to make sure you protect them just as we would the rest of your skin! Formulated with anti-ageing ingredients including hyaluronic acid and fatty acids and moisturising shea butter, this beautifully fine cream deeply nourishes the eye area while reversing puffiness, dark circles, and wrinkles! Seriously! it gives immediate gratification thanks to a pearlescent finish that instantly brightens the eye area! “This eye cream seems to do it all; takes care of dryness, puffiness, and lines. My eyes seem to "pop" more than they were before using it. At 52 my eyes want to withdraw, but this cream brings them back out and you have to love that.” – Vicky D Phytomer Night Recharge Youth Enhancing Cream Natural, Vegan, Marine Everyone needs a good night cream and this is one of the best! It’s at nighttime, while we sleep, that our skin goes into repair mode and this beautiful cream literally envelopes the skin in deeply nourishing hydration ensuring skin restores its youthful glowy vitality by morning. We all love it! “I am obsessed with this night cream! I have been using it for nearly a year now and apply nightly. Every morning I wake to glowing, plumped skin and swear it’s what keeps me looking years younger!” JoJo   Why Vegan and Organic Skincare Matters Choosing vegan and organic skincare isn’t just about avoiding animal-derived ingredients, it’s about using clean, sustainable beauty that’s good for your skin and the planet. No matter your skin type, nature has provided everything you need for healthy, radiant skin. Switch to vegan and organic products and experience the difference of pure, plant-powered beauty!
The beauty products you’ll want to take on your next holiday

The beauty products you’ll want to take on your next holiday

by Jo Boyden on Jun 27 2024
Planning your next holiday is always fun, but packing? Not so much! How are you supposed to decide what to bring, especially since you clearly need all your clothes, and have a plethora of beauty products you use daily! Well, the key to stress-free packing, is bringing versatile essentials that will keep you looking fabulous and fresh without overloading your suitcase. Whether you’re jetting off to a tropical paradise, or exploring a bustling city, we’ve rounded up the best BC beauty buys that are perfect for any getaway. Get ready to simplify your packing and elevate your holiday beauty game with these must-have products that ensure you’ll look and feel your best no matter where your travels take you! What you need; A nourishing moisturiser for face: Naturys Moisturising Hydra Cream 24H If you’re heading interstate or overseas your holiday starts the moment you board the plane! The dry air on planes can leave you feeling seriously dehydrated. So first things first, you need to hydrate right from the get-go. After all, to save your skin hydration is key! This means making sure you’ve got your faithful moisturiser on hand to keep skin healthy and happy! We love Naturys Moisturising Hydra Cream 24H. It’s a deeply nourishing moisturiser that suits all skin types. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, panthenol and celery stem cells, it’s excellent for retaining moisture and therefore maintaining hydration levels so you can be sure that you’re giving your skin the treatment it really deserves. A cooling eye gel: Pevonia C Evolutive Eye Gel Long flights and changes in routine can lead to tired, puffy eyes. A hydrating eye gel with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, caffeine, gingko or peptides can help reduce puffiness and dark circles, keeping you looking fresh and awake. The Pevonia C Evolutive Eye Gel really is the perfect cooling and calming gel going! It soothes and de-puffs peepers like no other. A trusty cleanser: Phytomer Cyfolia Organic Radiance Cleansing Cream No matter where you go for your holidays, packing a cleanser is always essential! Whether you’re spending a day at the beach, or exploring an exciting city, your face will feel it that evening. Cue a gentle, hydrating cleanser to soothe your skin and free it from the day’s impurities. We highly recommend Phytomer Cyfolia Organic Radiance Cleansing Cream. Rich in organic orange water, oligomer, organic vegetal oils and Cyfolia algae, it melts away makeup, sunscreen, dirt and oil without stripping your skin's natural moisture or causing any irritation. You will love it! A nourishing body moisturiser: Pevonia Dry Oil Body Moisturiser Just as you moisturise your face, you won’t want to forget about the skin on your body. To keep your skin soft and supple on holiday, nourish your body with a hydrating moisturiser. Our favourite body moisturiser (and a global best seller!) is Pevonia’s Dry Oil Body Moisturiser. It literally feels like silk on application, is not greasy at all (despite it being an ‘oil’) and absorbs immediately, quite literally nourishing every inch of your body. Formulated with Lavender and Chamomile the scent is heaven, and it renders skin soft, supple with a healthy glow. This product does not disappoint, and the reviews speak for themselves. If you are however more of a cream lover, we also highly recommend Phytomer’s Oleocreme Ultra-moisturising Body Milk, it’s an ideal combination of the comfort of a cream and the lightness of a body milk, and its “anti-thirst” formula means it is super hydrating but not too rich! Plus it absorbs very quickly making way for smooth, visibly plumped skin. Sunscreen for face: Pevonia YouthfulRenew Tinted Cream SPF 30 You don’t need me to preach about the importance of sunscreen, we all know it’s an absolute must for any getaway! Protecting your skin from harmful UV rays after all is crucial to prevent premature ageing and skin damage. For the face, we love Pevonia’s YouthRenew Tinted Cream. It’s broad-spectrum SPF 30 and is the perfect size to fit in your handbag. Lightweight, age-defying, hydrating, pore refining and brightening, it’s the ultimate multi-tasking 5-in-1 DD cream! It delivers instant radiance to the skin while it’s subtle natural tint visibly reduces the appearance of enlarged pores for a flawless complexion. The added benefits of Collagen, Vitamin C and Green Olive Extracts help to repair fine line and wrinkles while you are wearing it too! Sunscreen for your body: Phytomer Sun Solution Sunscreen SPF 30 (face & body) Never underestimate the power of a good sunscreen when it comes to both your face and your body! It not only prevents premature ageing, but sun burn and skin cancer too! Choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays. For both body & face, we highly recommend Phytomer's Sun Solution Screen. With an SPF of 30 it contains anti-UVA & anti-UVB filters to offer effective protection from the sun. Ultra-light and non-sticky its blended with Vegetal Coral Extract for powerful moisturising. Also enhanced with exclusive OLIGOMER® it delivers an optimum dose of trace elements & minerals to the skin, strengthening the epidermis and leaving skin incredibly soft and supple. No thick, white, sticky emulsion in site! A quick hydration fix: ELES Sheet Mask Don’t forget to pack a few hydrating sheet masks in your bag for a quick skin pick-me-up. They’re easy to use and can provide an instant boost of intense moisture, perfect for helping your skin recover from a day by the beach or for the night before a big day of exploring! We can’t get enough of ELES’s range of Sheet Masks to calm, hydrate, brighten, purify or rejuvenate! There is one for every need! Not familiar with sheet masks? For everything you need to know click here. Multi-tasking makeup: ELES Blue Light Radiant BB Cream SPF 30 When packing for a holiday, choosing versatile and effective skincare and beauty products is key to keeping your luggage light and your routine simple. One product that stands out as a must-have is BB cream, otherwise knows as your beauty balm. A BB cream is the ultimate holiday hero providing light coverage, hydration and the added bonus of SPF! It’s perfect for days when you don’t feel like wearing much at all. A good BB cream like the ELES Blue Light Radiant BB Cream, really ensures a flawless, protected complexion with minimal effort! A convenient compact: ELES Custom Palette Every holiday check list needs a handy makeup palette for face and eyes! It can save you time and of course space! Choose one that includes eyeshadows, blush, and even a bronzer or highlighter. Neutral tones are perfect for creating both day and night looks without carrying your entire makeup collection. By opting for the ELES Custom Palette, you have the freedom to choose whatever products or shades you want! Just as the name suggests this palette is fully customised. You simply need to pick a powder foundation, a blush and two eye shadows, and they come presented in a very sleek compact, perfect for on the go! What’s more the soft, powder formulas deliver rich, velvety, blendable colour that lasts all day and is good for your skin! A waterproof mascara: ELES Lash Fortify Waterproof Mascara From swimming in the pool, hanging out on the beach or simply holidaying in a humid climate, can have you sporting panda eyes. This is when upgrading your everyday mascara to a waterproof formula can quite literally save face. A good waterproof mascara like the ELES Lash Fortifying Waterproof mascara will ensure you lashes stay long and luscious all day long. It’s also a must-have for wide-eyed look without worrying about smearing, smudging or flaking. A reviving face mist: Pevonia Hyaluronic Acid HydraMist A hydrating face mist can be a lifesaver during travel. Use it to refresh and hydrate your skin throughout the day, especially during long flights or after a day in the sun. Pevonia’s Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Mist is a game-changer for skin! Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, ultra-calming Chamomile, Aloe, Green Tea and aromatic essential oils, this multi-tasting product not only rejuvenates, plumps, calms and repairs the skin with simply a few sprays over your face, but it also helps makeup stay in place all day long! What’s more, you receive this product for FREE when you purchase a Pevonia essential line cream for dry, sensitive, oily or combination skin this June! Some Soothing After-Sun Care: After Sun Soothing Gel Even with the best precautions, sometimes your skin might get a little too much sun. An after-sun lotion or gel formulated with aloe vera or waterlily can help soothe and repair sun-exposed skin. Keep it in the fridge for an extra cooling effect. We adore Pevonia’s After Sun Soothing Gel with waterlily, green tea and chamomile. A tension reliever – Pevonia Tension Relief Gel For those of you going on a long-haul flight, carrying a gel to relieve tired muscles can make all the difference. Pevonia’s Tension Relief Gel is phenomenal! It’s anti-inflammatory, cooling and uplifting for tired aching muscles or sore feet. It cools, refreshes, stimulates circulation and alleviates tension, heaviness and fatigue in the muscles as well as a heavy sensation in calves and feet. Travel-Friendly Products: Beauty Collective's range of travel kits Or if you are seriously limited when it comes to your luggage, or carry-on luggage is your only option, travel-sized products should be your go-to! They not only save space in your luggage but also ensure you stay consistent with your skincare routine too! Just make sure you get travel friendly skincare products perfect for your skins needs or concerns.
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What is multi-masking and is it right for your skin?

by Jo Boyden on Oct 27 2023
Ever wondered why a certain skincare product works wonders for your friend but leaves your skin looking far from flawless? Well, the answer lies in our skin type. You might have dry skin, while your friend’s is naturally oily. But then sometimes you might find that different areas of your face suddenly have different needs. Perhaps your cheeks are dry, but you’re experiencing pimples on your forehead and chin. Then what? It is a good idea to use your rich, dry skin moisturiser on your oily T-zone?! This is where skincare trend “multi-masking” could be your go to! Multi-masking is all about customising your skincare routine to target specific areas of face. Intrigued? Keep reading to learn all there is to know about multi-masking and whether it’s right for your skin. What exactly is multi-masking? Think of multi-masking as the art of using different face masks on various parts of your skin simultaneously to help combat a variety of skin concerns. Its like creating a tailored treatment for your skin addressing those different concerns at the same time.So if your forehead is oily but your cheeks are dry and then you’re experiencing pesky pimples on your chin and nose, multi-masking could be the perfect remedy. Is multi-masking right for you? While multi-masking can be a game-changer for some, it might not be for everyone. Here are a few things to consider; Identify your skin concerns Take a closer look at your skin and pinpoint the specific areas that need attention. If you have multiple skin concerns, multi-masking will likely be a great option for you. Choose the right mask for the right areas of your face Face masks are designed to target specific areas of concern and therefore each face mask depending on that concern will be formulated with different key ingredients. You need to be sure you select masks that cater to your skin's individual needs. Whether it's hydration, exfoliation, oil or blemish control, there's a mask out there for you, just choose wisely!For areas of your face suffering from dry skin, you’ll best to use a hydrating mask. Oily T-zone, apply a purifying mask to that area. Certain areas of your skin looking dull and devitalised, applying a brightening mask will do wonders for your skin!For oily skin areas with enlarged pores we recommend Pevonia’s Age Correction Micro-Pores Bio-Active Mask. The exceptional mask has been uniquely formulated to control sebum production and help reveal a matte complexion with a more even-toned, visibly minimized pores and younger-looking skin.If certain areas of your skin are dealing with breakouts try Pevonia’s Pure Skin Charcoal Mask is the perfect antidote for congested, dull skin. It neutralises pollutants, draws out impurities and leaves skin glowing with pure freshness!For dry skin, we love a super hydrating mask like Pevonia’s Ageless Skin Collagen Mask, it combats dehydration in just 10 minutes. The rich texture is a soothing balm as your skin literally drinks in the moisture leaving it both dewy and hydrated.And if skin is a little dull Pevonia’s Brightening Green Apple Mask is the best! It’s a clay-based mask to deep cleanse the pores and beautifully brighten skin tone! Patch test new masks first Before slathering different masks all over your face, it's crucial to do a patch test first. This will help you determine if your skin reacts well to the ingredients in each mask. Don’t overdo it While multi-masking can be both effective and fun! Don’t go overboard and over apply! Applying too many products at once can overwhelm your skin and lead to irritation. Its best to stick to 3 masks maximum at once. What are the benefits of multi-masking? By targeting different areas of your face with specific treatments, you can address multiple concerns simultaneously. It's like giving your skin a tailored spa treatment, leaving you with a refreshed, rejuvenated, and glowing complexion all over. How do you apply the masks? Using a brush or your fingers, carefully and evenly apply each mask to the appropriate area of your face. Then sit back and relax for 10 minutes while the masks work their magic. Remove with lukewarm water. For more on why you should incorporate face masks into your skincare routine, as well as the many benefits, click here.What’s more, for the month of October, 2023, when you purchase a Pevonia Face Mask, you’ll receive a Mask Brush for FREE.
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Oily skin do’s and don’ts: Busting the Myths

by Jo Boyden on Apr 11 2023
If you’re fed up with your face feeling greasy every single day, you’re constantly looking for ways to prevent your makeup sliding off your skin by mid-morning, or you’re simply over staring in the mirror and seeing a super shiny complexion staring back (and not because you’ve been adopting the ‘hyper glowing skin’ trend of late), it’s time to get serious about your oily skin condition.When it comes to oily skin there are a number of dos and don’ts. Things you may be doing but shouldn’t! Or things you aren’t doing but should! Keep reading as we bust a number of oily skin myths and provide our top tips on how to manage your oily skin too!Firstly though, it’s good to understand oily skin and why you have it! Despite oily skin being a nuisance, believe it or not, it’s actually not all doom and gloom! Oily skin happens when the sebaceous glands in your skin make too much sebum. Sebum is the waxy, oily substance that protects and hydrates the skin (it’s actually a blessing as it’s vital for keeping the skin super healthy and youthful looking) however, too much sebum can lead to oily skin! This in turn results in your greasy, shiny complexion and can also result in clogged pores, and unwanted acne if not treated! Fear not thought, that’s why we are here to help! Myth #1Oily skin doesn’t need moisturiser, it’ll just make it oilier – WRONGOne of the biggest misconceptions about oily skin is that it doesn’t need moisturiser. Contrary to popular belief moisturising does not make oily skin worse. Oily skin, in fact, needs moisturiser just as much as any other skin type. Moisturising actually helps to regulate oil production and often people who struggle with oily skin can actually have dehydrated skin (skin doesn’t contain enough water) therefore their skin tries to compensate by producing too much oil! And there we have ourselves a vicious cycle.The key is to find a lightweight moisturiser specifically targeted to oily skin types that won’t clog pores or leave a greasy residue.Myth #2Washing your face multiple times a day will help control oil production – WRONGWashing your face too frequently can actually have the opposite effect on oily skin! Over-washing can strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to increased oil production to compensate. Instead wash your face twice daily (morning and night) with a gentle, oil-free foaming cleanser to remove excess oil and grime. Myth #3Oily skin doesn’t need sunscreen – WRONGWe know many sunscreens can feel greasy on the skin so clearly that’s the last thing you want to apply to your already oily face right? But I’m here to preach to you the importance of sunscreen for all skin types and that it’s, unfortunately, necessary to wear every. single. day come rain or shine. Just make sure if your skin is oily to look for lighter oil free sunscreens that won’t feel heavy on your skin.Myth #4Using harsh products such as exfoliators daily will help control your oil production – WRONGUsing harsh products on oily skin can actually exacerbate the problem! Over exfoliating or just using harsh ingredients can strip the skin of its natural oils leading to increased oil production and potentially irritation too. Instead, opt for more gentle non-comedogenic products designed to help control an oily skin complexion.Now that we’ve busted some of the most common oily skin myths, let’s talk about some of the do’s and don’ts for managing it. DoWash your face with a gentle cleanser twice a day as mentioned earlier to remove any excess oil, grime and other impurities from your skin’s surface.Try Pevonia’s Phyto Gel Cleanser. This gorgeous non-drying product provides a delightful natural soft lather for deep cleansing. Saponaria, Rosemary, Lemon, and Pine, precisely blend to rid your skin of impurities and surface toxins and oils.Don’tWash your face more frequently than twice daily or use hot water as both can strip your skin of its natural oils and cause skin to produce even more oil to compensate.Do Use a lotion or toner after cleansing your skin as this will help remove any remaining oil as well as tighten pores.Try Phytomer Oligomarine Flawless Skin Tonic. Actually ideal for combination to oily skin types, this toner completes makeup removal and cleansing for really clear and clean skin. From the 1st application, the skin feels fresh, looks clear and is evenly toned. Day after day, excess oil dramatically reduces and pores are tightened. Oh, and your complexion will be more radiant too!Don’tUse heavy, oil-based moisturisers. While oily skin does still need moisturising just like any other skin type, rich moisturisers can clog pores and lead to breakouts.Do Moisturise your skin though! Simply use an oil-free lightweight moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated.Do Exfoliate regularly to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores which can help control oil production. Don’t Over-exfoliate! Once or twice weekly is sufficient. Over exfoliating skin can be detrimental and actually have some of the same signs as oily skin! From a shiny complexion to skin suddenly prone to breakouts. To find out whether your skin could be over-exfoliated click here.Don’t Use products with alcohol. Alcohol-based products can be very irritating and drying for oily skin. Your sebaceous glands will get the message that your skin is too dry and will work overtime to produce more sebum which equals even oilier skin!DoUse face masks that contain salicylic acid, beta-hydroxy acid, clays and ingredients with antibacterial properties. Our Pevonia Age Correction Micro-Pores Bio-Active Mask can be used once or twice a week as it pulls debris, blackheads and pore-cloggers from the skin. It's uniquely formulated to remove excess oil, control sebum production and help reveal an even-toned matte complexion.Don’tSkip sunscreen. ever. It’s important to protect your skin from the sun no matter what your skin type.DoUse oil-free or non comedogenic makeup to avoid clogging pores. Mineral makeup it best. For beauty tips on how to make your makeup last all day even if you have oily skin click here.
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Combination skin vs oily skin: Which type is your skin?

by Jo Boyden on Dec 23 2022
With the weather warming up now summer is finally underway, you may well have noticed a change in your skin. Perhaps it’s looking and feeling a little more oily than usual, with dry areas even? Or maybe you’re experiencing a constant shiny complexion which let’s face it is far from desirable. Unfortunately with a rise in temperature and humidity, comes an increase in our skin’s sebum production (the oil secreted by the glands in the skin) so it’s then that we might all of a sudden self-diagnose our skin as oily, when in fact it might be a combination complexion you actually have? Many of us do find it hard to tell these two skin conditions apart, after all they do share certain similarities, but oily and combination skin are in fact two very different skin conditions and therefore need to be treated in different ways.So if you think you are one of many dealing with either oily or combination skin, we are here to tell you the difference between the two, and exactly which skin type it is you have.What is combination skin?If you have combination skin, you do indeed suffer from oily areas on your face, but this tends to be concentrated to your T-zone (forehead, nose and chin) while your cheeks remain normal or dry. That said, your skin can also be oily and dry in different areas, or your might have noticed your pores are enlarged, or you’re experiencing some signs of sensitivity. With that said if you’ve noticed you have two or more skin issues occurring at the same time, it’s a sign you have combination skin.What is oily skin?On the other hand, oily skin is skin that is shiny (or greasy) all over the face, although those with oily skin may also notice a prominence along their T-zone, where they may be more prone to pimples. People with oily skin often struggle with large pores too which can get easily clogged with sweat and oils, this is why oily skin had a tendency to breakout where pores are more prominent such as the cheeks and T-zone. Another way to determine that you have an oily skin type is that shortly after cleansing, oil will return!After cleansing, oily skin will feel clean and oil-free, almost the only time it feels that way. Shortly after cleansing, oil will return.What are the best products for oily and combination skin?Want to know which products are best suited to your oily skin? Click here.Combination skin? This is how to manage it.
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Makeup primer – do you really need to use it?

by Jo Boyden on Dec 23 2022
From concealers to foundations, bronzers to blushes and more, with the multitude of makeup products available to ‘perfect’ our face these days, it’s no wonder some of us might question which products are really necessary and which ones we might be ok to forgo. For many, makeup primers tend to fall into the latter category, but we are here to tell you why this underrated makeup staple is a necessity when it comes to your daily makeup routine! Keep reading as we discuss everything there is to know about makeup primers, from what they are, to their numerous benefits, as well as our favourite primers for all skin types too!What is a makeup primer and what does it really do?Creating an extra layer between your skin and makeup, face primers are used to plump fine lines, blur impurities and blemishes, smooth skin, and help makeup last all day without caking, creasing or the need for constant touch-ups. They really are key to achieving smooth, flawless skin that’s perfectly prepped for your foundation! Depending on your skin concerns, you can choose from a hydrating primer, a mattifying primer, an illuminating primer or a colour-correcting makeup primer.What are the benefits of using a makeup primer? They provide the perfect base for your foundation Even though you might well have followed a rigorous skincare routine, your complexion can sometimes still be a little uneven, enter makeup primer! A makeup primer provides the perfect base for seamless foundation application free of any patches! This is because a primers main job is to fill the open pores of your skin and smooth it in preparation for your makeup to follow. They keep makeup intact all day long Ready to say goodbye to touch-ups and reapplication throughout the day? With a face primer in your makeup arsenal, you can enjoy a long-lasting, smudge-free complexion all day long. They can blur imperfections While makeup primers won’t enhance your skin quite like a bronzer, or conceal pesky pimples like a foundation, they are formulated to hide and blur imperfections! They are in fact touted as the photoshop of the makeup world! How they actually blur imperfections is down to two key ingredients: silicone particles which “fill in the gaps” on the surface of skin to even it out, and light-diffusing particles which scatter the light that hits the surface of the skin, creating an optical illusion that tricks the eye and makes pores and fine lines less visible. Sounds ideal right? They combat shine This will be music to those of us with oily skin! Indeed mattifying face primers can combat shine by balancing out excess oil, this in turn creates a smooth base for your makeup so it won’t slide off your face come lunchtime! They correct discolouration if you struggle with discolouration or hyperpigmentation, a face primer can be an important component in your makeup routine. Colour-correcting primers even out the skin tone and neutralize discoloration as the tinted pigments, antioxidants, and vitamin E brighten skin and minimize visible imperfections. They are packed with skin loving ingredients Many face primers, including our range of ELES makeup primers, are like an extension of your skincare, enriched with skin-loving ingredients including Vitamins A, C & E and salicylic acid to not only promote skin cell turnover and nourish and hydrate the skin but tackle and conceal common concerns like dullness, dryness and redness too!When do you apply a face primer?In terms of application, a face primer should be applied to perfectly cleansed skin, after your moisturiser and before you apply your makeup.Can you use primer without makeup?Absolutely! For no-makeup days, applying a primer is one of the easiest ways to conceal imperfections, colour correct, mattify the skin and combat shine and oiliness. You can apply your face primer after your daily serums and moisturiser.Are makeup primers for everyone?Whether you love a less-is-more makeup look or prefer dramatic glam, a makeup primer is the perfect tool, and you can choose the right primer for your skin's specific needs, from hydrating to pore perfecting and more…Our top picksFor dry to sensitive skinIf your skin is a little dry, opt for a multi-functional face primer that will keep makeup in place, while hydrating, firming and plumping the skin with a gentle blend of nourishing botanical oils. Try the ELES Retexturizing Face Primer. Not only does this soothing, lightweight serum feel like actual silk on your skin, it basically helps protect, condition, smooth and blur out skin imperfections too! Want to look like a filtered goodness, and have makeup last the distance, try this!For combination to oily skinIf your skin tends to be on the oilier side, we recommend opting for the ELES Pore Perfecting Face Primer. Not only does it keep makeup in place it also combats shine, absorbs excess oil and also reduces the appearance of pores to keep your foundation looking smooth and flawless! Genius!
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Oily skin? This is the best toner for you

by Jo Boyden on Dec 02 2022
If you deal with oily skin day in and day out, no matter what the time of year, you’ll likely be on the quest to find the best skincare routine to keep your oily skin at bay. And yes, while there are targeted cleansers, moisturisers and serums to battle oily skin, have you ever considered using a toner too? If not, you should now, and we are here to tell you why. Keep reading to find out why a toner can make a significant impact to your oily skin and what the best toner for oily skin is too (as recommended by our BC experts of course!) Firstly, what is a toner exactly?A toner, or otherwise known as a lotion, tonic or cleansing lotion, is designed to clean the skin, removing oil and traces of dirt. Toners also moisturise, protect and refresh the skin. Sound similar to a cleanser? They do indeed have similar qualities however cleansers, while they wash off makeup, dirt and oil leaving skin clean, fresh and tight, can throw out the natural pH balance of our skin when used with water. Dependant on how hard the water is our natural pH balance of 5.5 can increase up to 9.5! which can lead to dryness and irritation (yes even if your skin is always oily!) This is where a toner comes into play! It will restore skin to its normal pH, removing any cleanser and hard water residue. It will also remove any additional makeup, excess oil and dirt that your cleanser has left behind which helps control acne and oil skin at the same time! What’s more, a toner will also prepare the skin to drink up your post-cleansing serum and moisturiser (and any other treatments that you may apply) providing optimal results for your skin! Is a toner really a necessary step in your skincare routine?You might have been wondering if a toner is essential or just another step in your skincare routine that perhaps you can skip? The thing is if you find that your cleanser isn’t removing impurities, a face toner will come in and finish the job by removing any excess makeup, bacteria build-up, grime or dirt. Thanks to some innovative, soothing and active ingredients, a face toner will also balance out the PH levels in your skin and work in conjunction with your other skincare products to build up a strong defence against unwanted acne breakouts and blemishes.Toners are especially helpful and necessary for people with oily or acne-prone skin, or for people who want extra cleansing after wearing makeup or other heavy skin products such as sunscreen, When should you use a toner?ideally, a toner should be applied twice a day, once after the cleansing process in the morning and the second time, during the night-time skin care routine after thorough removal of makeup. What is the best toner for oily skin?Phytomer Oligomarine Flawless Skin Tonic. Actually ideal for combination to oily skin types, this toner completes makeup removal and cleansing for really clear and clean skin. From the 1st application, the skin feels fresh, looks clear and is evenly toned. Day after day, excess oil dramatically reduces and pores are tightened. Oh and your complexion will be more radiant too!
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5 signs you have combination skin and how to manage it

by Jo Boyden on Jun 24 2022
While many of us tend to self-diagnose our skin with one specific condition, be it dry, oily, sensitive, ageing, the list goes on, it might actually surprise you that the most common skin type is actually combination skin - a mix of both oily and dry!So, if you’ve noticed that you have dry areas on your face but experience excess oil at the same time, you could well be one of the millions, billions even, with combination skin. The problem is it can be tricky to figure out how to care for your skin properly considering that different parts of your face have different needs! The good news is however that you can indeed perfectly balance your combination skin by following a few tips and tricks!Read on a we explain the tell-tale signs of combination skin, what exactly causes it and how best to care for it. Your t-zone is oily, while your cheeks are dry Combination skin tends to display certain characteristics – excess oil, large pores, shine, and blackheads on the forehead, nose and chin (otherwise known as the T’zone) this is due to over-active oil glands in these areas, and then dryness, dullness, fine line and wrinkles elsewhere (predominantly on your cheeks). As a result, it’s very important for those of us with combination skin to regulate sebum and oil production along the T-zone so be sure to steer clear of greasy, creamy products as they will be too rich for your skin and may lead to clogged pores, at the same time though you don’t want to use products that can dry out your skin in turn activating even more oil production! The goal is to treat both oily and dry areas at the same time for a clear, balanced complexion!Solution:Multi-mask your skin once a week! Apply a moisturising mask to your dry areas and an oil-absorbing charcoal or clay mask to your oily T-zone. It’ll do wonders for combination skin.It’s tricky to soak up excess oil without over-drying the skin but products containing charcoal and clay do just that! They work by attracting and absorbing dirt and oil. As a lightweight natural ash residue hydrocarbon, charcoal easily pulls toxins out of the skin for a clean, purified, and healthy complexion as it restores a normalized cellular function. Try Pevonia’s Pure Skin Charcoal Mask. Apply once a week to oily areas of your skin and watch it work its magic. You get breakouts in the oily area of your face Thanks to excess oil production in the t-zone, combination skin can often lead to breakouts when the pores get clogged.Solution: To fight these breakouts, we suggest using a salicylic acid-based cleanser like Medicalia Clarifying Cleanser which provides pore-clearing benefits in a super gentle lather that won’t dry out the skin, stripping it of moisture.We also love Phytomer’s’ Oligopur Blemish Target Gel, it’s a phenomenal spot treatment which targets blemishes with precision, rapidly improving the skin’s appearance and eliminating spots almost overnight! Your oily-to-dry skin ratio tends to change dependant on the season With combination skin, your oily-to-dry ratio tends to vary with a change in seasons. During summer the heat and humidity cause oil production to increase, causing your T-zone to feel extra oily while your dry areas are actually quite “normal”. During winter, the opposite happens this is because environmental exposure sucks moisture from your skin which means your T-zone will appear “normal” while your dry areas will look really dry.Solution:Use Pevonia Balancing Combination Skin Cream, it’ll keep your skin perfectly balanced all year round no matter what the weather. With a subtle lemongrass scent to die for and a soothing, silky texture which perfectly dissolves into skin on application, this moisturiser is a BC best-seller for very good reason! Perfect for those with combination skin, prone to oily t-zones, it effectively refines pores and controls oil and shine with skin nourishing ingredients including vitamin e, arnica and aloe. Get ready for smooth, soft and supple skin minus the excessive oil and congestion that it brings! Yes! You have enlarged pores on your nose, chin and forehead Unfortunately the more oily your skin (thank you overactive oil glands in our forehead, nose and chin area!) the more prone this area is to clogged pores. When sebum builds inside pores, they expand giving them an enlarged appearance!Solution: You can reduce the appearance of these pores by following a number of tips. Your makeup always looks patchy! That’s right, your makeup looked flawless when you left the house but come midday it’s slid straight off your t-zone and clung to those cheese of yours looking like a patchwork piece!Solution: Apply a hydrating and mattifying makeup primer before your foundation.A good skin primer will become your lifeline. Not only will it stop your foundation from sliding off your face quite literally, it’ll keep your base smooth while reducing the appearance of pores (and fine lines!) too!Our go-to is the ELES Pore Perfecting Face Primer. It’s oil-free, perfectly lightweight and seems to combat shiny areas on your skin almost instantly! This is because it contains a natural dermat complex which enables it to absorb oil and effectively reduce pores size in one hit! Outstanding for those of us with oily T-Zones!The good news is it’s also formulated with nourishing ingredients to keep the dryer parts of your skin happy too! So now you know you definitely have combination skin, what exactly causes it you might wonder…Like with all skin types, genetics play a major role so you can thank your parents for the skin you’ve landed! It’s not all their fault though! Environmental factors as well as your lifestyle choices play a large part too. For instance, prolonged humid conditions in the summer months cause sweat glands to produce more sweat leaving the skin moist and shiny, whereas prolonged heat causes skin to dehydrate resulting in dryness! And then let’s not forget those darn hormones of ours that can play havoc on our skin during certain times of the month! Skin issues can be exacerbated by our hormones. Your sebaceous glands (sebum) have receptors on them which respond to our hormones. The more testosterone produced, the more oil is produced in the skin!
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The 5 best-selling moisturisers on BC and why we love them too!

by Jo Boyden on Jun 01 2021
Applying moisturiser daily is one of the keys to achieving healthy, supple skin, no matter what your skin type or concern. So it's little surprise that the most common question we get asked at Beauty Collective is what is our best moisturiser. While there is no ONE moisturiser that can be plucked from the hundreds we have, there are a number which have received gold star status and for very good reason. So read on to find out the 5 Pevonia best-selling moisturisers on BC and which skin type they are best suited to. Age Correction Marine Collagen Cream Best for dry, dehydrated, ageing skin My personal absolute can’t live without product and the no. 1 favourite of many of the BC crew too, the Marine Collagen Cream isn’t Pevonia’s global bestseller for nothing! It’s a gorgeously rich, yet fine cream that feels amazing on application and really does leave skin super soft, supple and like it’s had that much-needed boost of moisture, a feeling that lasts all day! I swear my 40-year-old self has less visible lines and wrinkles thanks to this superstar cream! Pevonia Balancing Combination Skin Cream Best for oily, combination and hormonal skin With a subtle lemongrass scent to die for and a soothing, silky texture which literally melts into skin on application, this moisturiser it top 5 for every good reason! Perfect for those with combination skin, prone to oily t-zones or susceptible to the odd blemish and pesky pimple, it effectively refines pores and controls oil and shine with skin nourishing ingredients including vitamin e, arnica and aloe. Get ready for smooth, soft and supple skin minus the excessive oil and congestion that it brings! Yes! Pevonia RS2 Care Cream Best for seriously sensitive or rosacea prone skin Formulated with calming, skin-caring ingredients including Green Tea, Licorice, and Chamomile, this beautifully textured, nourishing cream is soothing like ice on seriously sensitive skin. It provides skin with vaso constricting, repairing, and hydrating benefits to effectively reduce redness and inflammation, even the chronic inflammation associated with Rosacea. We love the great results for rosacea prone skin but also love its natural signature scent of French Rose. It’s one heavenly product so not hard to see why it’s loved by so many! Pevonia Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream For normal to sensitive skin There is nothing not to love about this product if you are a sufferer of sensitive skin. This cream will quite literally calm and control hypersensitivity. Formulated with soothing and healing propolis, aloe, shea butter, and chamomile, it alleviates and harmoniously corrects skin’s blotchiness and irritability. Skin sensitivity be gone with you! Pevonia Firming Marine Elastin Cream Best for those concerned with skin slackening or simply wanting a richer, more nourishing cream for winter Formulated with hydrating superstars’ hyaluronic acid, glycerin and squalane, this rich, nourishing anti-ageing cream dramatically increases moisture to the skin while improving overall texture and elasticity. Get ready to feel the difference! Oh and it smells pretty divine too!
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What’s your foundation formula? Choosing the right one for you

by Jo Boyden on Mar 03 2021
Whether your skin is oily, prone to breakouts, sits on the more sensitive side or is simply dry, it’s important to take care of it with good skincare products as well as using the right foundation base too.From mineral to traditional formulations, matte foundation to tinted moisturiser, oil-free to liquid, powder to stick and more, there really is a foundation out there for every skin type and need, but with so many options on the market, it’s not always easy knowing which is likely the best for you! And then there’s the issue of finding the correct colour too!So whether you are looking for the best foundation to help conceal those pesky pimples, without being the cause of yet another breakout, are after a longer-lasting formula which won’t slide of your oily-prone skin in next to no time, or are simply having trouble determining what might be best for your dry, dehydrated complexion, BC have you covered.First things first though is understanding your skin type as this will dictate what’s right for you and we are here to tell you how; For dry, dehydrated and lack-lustre skinChoose a liquid, stick or tinted moisturising foundation.Liquid and sticks both tend to have a creamy texture and are formulated with ingredients that deliver moisture directly to the skin while offering great coverage too.Try: ELES Foundation Stick. It provides the coverage of a concealer, the fluidity of a liquid and the weightlessness of a tinted moisturiser in a longwearing formula that delivers flawless, natural coverage! Winning.If you prefer something with a dewier finish, try ELES Mineral Sheet Tint SPF 20 For Oily skinSteer clear of foundations with a dewy finish. This is because oily skin can make the foundation appear way too shiny. Instead opt for a matte, semi-matte powder or Oil-free foundation, whether it be a liquid to powder formulation or a powder compact. They contain ingredients that absorb oil, creating a smooth, matte finish.Mineral makeup often works well on oily skin because the dry particles tend to absorb moisture and prevent shine.Try: ELES Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation For problematic skin prone to breakouts and skin sensitivityIf you struggle with blemished or sensitive skin, you really need to navigate the ingredients in a foundation. It’s best to avoid skin irritants like alcohol and fragrance which can be found in many a foundation and opt for a mineral formula every time. These contain no chemical nasties and will allow your skin to breathe freely.Try: ELES Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation or ELES Mineral Powder Foundation For combination skinCombination skin can be a little tricky as you don’t want to accentuate the dry patches but you need a base that will treat the extra oily spots. A mineral powder foundation will allow you to distribute the oil-absorbing makeup where you need it and less where you don’t without leaving visible lines like some foundations do.Try: ELES Mineral Foundation Powder or treat the oil with a mattifying primer first before applying ELES Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation.For ageing skin with pronounced fine lines and wrinklesThere is one type of foundation you should sadly seek to avoid as your skin starts to really age and that’s piling on the powdered foundation. Most face powders tend to magnify lines in the skin, accentuate pores and flatten the complexion which in turn can age us.Try: If you can’t give up your powder, we get you, but try simply switching to a sheer translucent powder or a mineral-based one. We highly recommend the ELES Mineral Foundation Powder. ELES HD Luminous Foundation is a must too as it will reduce shine but create a youthful luminosity.Once you’ve selected the right foundation formula the next challenge is choosing the correct colour. But this goes beyond simply looking at your skin tone, instead, you need to understand your skin’s undertone, the colour from underneath the surface of your skin that affects your overall hue…A cool undertone is generally associated with skin that has hints of blue, pink or ruby red, while a warm undertone is more peachy, golden or yellow. To work out which you are, one trick is to look at the veins in your wrist – if they appear blue or purple in colour, you’re cool, if they are green, your warm. And if you have a mix of both you’re neutral!For a cool complexion, a foundation with a pink undertone will be best, if your complexion is on the warm side go with a shade that has yellow undertones.Another option is to do the three-stripe trick. Take three foundations that are close to your skin tone, but one that looks more pink, one that looks more yellow and one that looks neutral in colour. Apply one stripe of each along your jawline and gentle blend. Whichever shade disappears into the skin will give an indication of what the undertone really is.Now your ready for flawless foundation and no more second guessing if you’re wearing the right formula for you!
Beauty Collective - Pevonia Skincare

Which skincare range is right for me? Discover Pevonia

by Jo Boyden on Feb 24 2021
Last week my good friend entrusted me to order her lots of skincare goodies from BC based on my expert advice. I’ve been encouraging her to turn to professional skincare for years for many a reason, and finally, since her current skincare wasn’t providing her with the results she’d hoped, she said it was time. That and turning 40 …!She had her heart set on Pevonia, partly because I’m a huge advocate but also because she loved the idea of all-natural, cruelty-free skincare that actually delivers. But with so many products in the collection she wasn’t sure what the right products or range was for her, a question the BC team have been asked many a time before.The amazing thing about Pevonia is that there is a range that caters for pretty must all skin types and concerns, from anti-ageing to anti-acne, hydration to skin brightening, sensitivity, hyperpigmentation, and more. So read on to find out more on each of Pevonia’s key skincare ranges and discover the best for you and your skin's needs. Trust me when I say you won’t be disappointed in investing in a range that provides optimum results every time. The Essentials – Dry Skin LineWho’s it for?Those suffering from dry and dehydrated skin.What does it do?Dry skin often lacks lustre and vitality. This effective program provides your skin with immediate nourishment and protection. Formulated with super nourishing ingredients including hyaluronic acid, pear seed extract, royal jelly, rose, ylang ylang and vitamins A, E & C, it visibly renders skin rejuvenated with increased suppleness and elasticity.Products in the range;Dry Skin Cleanser, Dry Skin Lotion, Vitaminic Concentrate, Rejuvenating Dry Skin CreamBC’s pick: Vitaminic Concentrate“This soothing, silky oil has the most amazing mandarin aroma and is honestly worth its weight in gold! It’s fast-absorbing and radically combats my dryness. Every time I apply at night, I wake up to smooth, supple and seriously glowy skin in the morning.”The Essentials – Combination Skin LineWho’s it for?Those who tend to suffer from both dry and oily skin at the same time.What does it do?This range normalizes an oily T-zone while combatting dehydration at the same time. Formulated with ingredients such as Grapefruit, Rosemary Oil, Arnica and Lemon Grass Oil it delivers a wonderfully balanced and toned complexion with tightened pores.Products in the range;Combination Skin Cleanser, Combination Skin Lotion, Combination Skin CreamBC’s pick: Combination Skin Cream“I love this product. Before discovering it I always suffered from hormonal skin with blemishes and shine. Not anymore! It’s beautifully light, absorbs quickly, keeps my oily skin under control, and doesn’t cause me to breakout! Plus, it smells simply divine!”The Essentials – Sensitive Skin LineWho’s it for?Those whose skin reacts to anything and everything. Sensitivity, irritability, blotchiness…What does it do?It effectively calms and controls hypersensitivity. Formulated with ultra-gentle ingredients such a propolis, shea butter, bisabolol, allantoin, chamomile and neroli oil, it alleviates and harmoniously corrects irritability, redness, and blotchiness.Products in the range;Sensitive Skin Cleanser, Sensitive Skin Lotion, Soothing Propolis Concentrate, Soothing Sensitive Skin CreamBC’s pick: Soothing Sensitive Skin Cream“This is by far my favorite Pevonia product. The cream isn’t heavy but light and smooth, which absorbs immediately into my skin. My skin feels stronger, smoother, calmer and hydrated. Both sensitivity and dehydration is a key concern of mine and the Sensitive Skin Cream works it magic throughout the year. Nothing I have used in the past compares to it.”Power Repair Age Correction LineWho’s it for?Caters for all ages, specifically those concerned with premature ageing, fine lines, wrinkles and loss of elasticity.What does it do?Pevonia’s global best-selling range and for good reason. It provides your skin with a truly effective youth-prolonging system to strengthen, smooth and rejuvenate skin. Prevents and visibly repairs fine lines and wrinkles.Products in the range;Hydrating Cleanser, Hydrating Toner, Marine Collagen Cream, Firming Marine Elastin Cream, Micro-Pores Refine Cream, Micro-Pore Bio Active Mask, Intensifier – Collagen & Myoxy Caviar, Intensifier Elastin & Sorghum, Eye ContourBC’s pick: Age Correction Marine Collagen Cream“My absolute can’t live without product is the Marine Collagen Cream. I use this both morning and night religiously! It’s a gorgeous rich yet fine cream that feels amazing on application and leaves my skin soft, supple, and like it’s just had a boost of moisture! Lastly, it has the most luxurious texture yet doesn’t leave my skin greasy and smells gorgeous! In a nutshell, it’s everything I look for in a moisturiser.”Stem Cells LineWho’s it for?If you are looking to combat ageing, this is the collection for you!What does it do?Using plant stem cell technology Pevonia developed a process to reverse not only the signs of ageing, but also the skin’s ageing cycle too! Each product works deeply within the skin to radically reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles while firming and intensely hydrating your complexion!Products in the range;Multi-Active Foaming Cleanser, Intensive Cream, Intensive Serum, Intensive Body CorrectorBC’s pick: Intensive Cream“Nature’s answer to Botox! I absolutely adore this product, packed with Argan and Comfrey Stem Cells perfect for dramatically plumping and smoothing out my fine lines and Royal Jelly a powerful collagen booster. This lightweight super formula leaves my skin feeling silky smooth, young and beautiful. I love knowing that I’ve given my skin a distinct advantage in preventative aging.”Caviar LineWho’s it for?Looking to counteract wrinkles? Look no further.What does it do?This range is loaded with anti-ageing superstar ingredients including Caviar, Pearl, Vitamins and Escutox (natural botox) to improve firmness and elasticity while effectively decreasing wrinkle breadth.Products in the range;Timeless Balm Cleanser, Timeless Repair Lotion, Timeless Repair Serum, Timeless Repair Cream, Timeless Eye Contour.BC’s pick: Timeless Repair Serum“I LOVE this product! It’s pricey yes, and a huge investment, but I noticed a dramatic decrease in my wrinkles as well as a smoother texture in a matter of weeks. Coupled with the Timeless repair Cream I continue to see amazing results. My skin looks and feels healthy and hydrated, smoother and more toned!”Micro-Retinol LineWho’s it for?Concerned about hyperpigmentation and uneven skin texture as well as ageing? Then this is the line for you.What does it do?This easy to use 4 step range keeps skin looking porcelain-smooth and youthfully radiant. Featuring Pevonia exclusive Micro-Retinol technology, it allows immediate and easy absorption as well as targeted delivery within the deeper epidermal layers, rapidly re-stabilizing the skin’s normal function. It smooths wrinkles, “densifies” the skin, strengthens elasticity, increases moisture, evens skin tone and pigmentation, provides radiance and glow and rejuvenates overall skin appearance. Impressive hey?Products in the range;Essential Foaming Cleanser, Essential Toner, Essential Moisturiser, Essential SerumBC’s pick: “I’m completely in love with the Micro-Retinol line. I noticed the most dramatic change to my skin after the very first treatment and over time my skin just keeps getting better. My favourite product in the line is the Micro-Retinol Serum; it gives my skin a glow and seems to make the pores disappear. Ive noticed a great improvement to firmness, moisture levels, skin texture and a reduction in hyper-pigmentation. What more could I want? I¹ve used Retinol based products before but find them irritating and unpleasant to use, this line however feels great, smells great and works!Problematic skin and Acne LineWho’s it for?Those prone to blemished skin and acneWhat does it do?It effectively deals with intense skin problems such as acne by controlling bacteria and preventing inflammation while calming and soothing irritated skin.Products in the range;Clarigel Exfoliating Cleanser, Spot Treatment, Problematic Skin Care CreamBC’s pick: Spot Treatment“Even though I’m approaching my 30s my skin still gets easily irritated and spots appear. I’m so glad I discovered this Spot Treatment! It immediately takes away the redness in my skin and when using on specific spots, they always disappear within a few days after application.” RS2 Rosacea LineWho’s it for?For those suffering from facial redness and rosaceaWhat does it do?Formulated with some of the most nurturing and desensitising ingredients including French Rose, Licorice, and Green Tea, each of the four products in the collection visibly reduces redness and blotchiness while soothing any irritations.Products in the range;RS2 Gentle Cleanser, RS2 Gentle Lotion, RS2 Care Cream, RS2 ConcentrateBC’s pick: RS2 Care Cream“I suffer from Rosacea so my skin is very reactive, sensitive and red. Since using this, my skin feels so much calmer and has seriously improved over time. I wish I’d had this product years ago as nothing I used before seemed to help. I now use the entire RS2 line and my skin feels pretty great for an oldie.”Special LineWho’s it for?For those with dull, devitalized skin which needs a serious pick me up.What does it do?Seasonal changes, lifestyle variances, pollution and other key factors visibly affect our skin’s texture. You can invigorate your skin with these skin specific products for specialised care. Thoroughly desquamating toxins and boosting overall skin health, your complexion resurfaces luminous and revived.Products in the range;Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser, “C” Complexe, Enzymo-Spherides Peeling Cream, Renewing Glycocides CreamBC’s pick: “C” ComplexeMy fave Pevonia product is the “C” Complex Concentrate. I love that it's hydrating, collagen stimulating and extremely brightening in one! Makes me look like I've had a great night's sleep after just one application.
Beauty Collective - Best products 2020

These were the best BC products of 2020 – as voted by you!

by Jo Boyden on Feb 17 2021
Ever wondered what everyone else is buying when it comes to skincare and make-up must-haves on BC?When a product achieves best-selling status it’s usually a sign that it’s a well-loved and proven effective product, as well as being the most-shopped. So whether you are shopping BC and looking for recommendations or are simply wondering if your favourite product made the cut, here we count down the best-selling beauty buys from 2020. From super serums to everyday moisturisers, there is something on the list for everyone. The soothing serum Pevonia Soothing Propolis ConcentrateIf you’re a sufferer of reactive or sensitive skin this could be your go-to! It’s a beautiful rich gel-like serum formulated with calming lavender and soothing propolis from the Jura Mountains of France to soothe, nourish and decongest irritable skin with its antibacterial and healing powers. The calming cream Phytomer Douceur Marine Velvety Soothing CreamAn absolute dream for sensitive skin, this luxurious, melt-away cream is rich in marine ingredients which act to reduce redness and calm uncomfortable skin while strengthening the skin’s natural defences against stress, weather and pollution. The hydrating cleanser Pevonia Hydrating Cleanser If you are concerned about premature ageing, skin’s a little on the dry side and you love yourself a creamy cleanser, then you are simply going to love this! It removes daily grime effortlessly but what’s more it replenishes skin’s moisture by combining deeply nourishing and anti-ageing duo, marine collagen and elastin. The creamy exfoliator Pevonia Gentle Exfoliating CleanserIf you’re looking for proof that fellow BC shoppers are serious about exfoliation (not just cleansing and moisturising!), Pevonia’s Gentle Exfoliator is ranked #7 on the list. This creamy exfoliator is a game-changer for those with sensitive skin….well for anyone really! It very gently polishes away dead skin, impurities, and toxins with jojoba beads, Saponaria, and chamomile to reveal a beautifully smooth and brightened complexion. The balancing cream Pevonia Balancing Combination Skin CreamThere is nothing not to love about this product if your complexion tends to lean towards the shiny, oily, hormonal side. This extra light yet nourishing moisturiser feels smooth and soft on application but effectively controls oil and shine while reducing congestion! Oh, and it smells pretty fab too! The multi-tasking beauty balm ELES Cosmetics Age Defying BB Cream 30Not to be mistaken for its sister - the CC Cream, BB Creams or otherwise known as beauty balms, are infused with antioxidants, brightening agents, acids, broad-spectrum SPF to treat the skin while giving it a fresh, even glow, and let me tell you this BB Cream is no exception! Multi-faceted it really packs a punch as it quite literally primes, tints, nourishes, protects, evens out skin tone, and helps to strengthen skin on contact. So if you are a busy mum on the go like me, this is for you! It’s your sunscreen, primer, and foundation in one! The redness-be-gone calming cream Pevonia RS2 CreamFormulated with soothing, sensitive skin loving ingredients including Green Tea, Licorice, and Chamomile, this beautifully textured, nourishing cream provides your skin vaso constricting, repairing, and hydrating benefits to effectively reduce redness and inflammation, even the chronic inflammation associated with Rosacea. We love the great results for rosacea prone skin but also love its natural signature scent of French Rose. It’s one heavenly product! The super sensitive comforting cream Pevonia Soothing Sensitive Skin CreamThis cream will quite literally calm and control hypersensitivity. Formulated with soothing and healing propolis, aloe, shea butter, and chamomile it alleviates and harmoniously corrects skin’s blotchiness and irritability. The formidable foundation ELES Cosmetics Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation Especially great for those with oily or combination skin but also fab for those that love a matt finish that isn’t heavy, this foundation literally glides onto skin effortlessly thanks to its silky liquid formulation yet sets to a soft powder finish. It looks natural on application yet covers up blemishes beautifully, and its SPF and skin-loving ingredients mean it not only conceals skin but protects it throughout the day too! The global best-seller Pevonia Age Correction Marine Collagen CreamTo keep skin soft, supple and free of fine lines (seriously) we are forever in love with Pevonia’s no.1 global best-seller!This moisturiser has an international, star status for good reason! It is deeply nourishing without feeling heavy or oily, it’s formulated with marine collagen and hyaluronic acid, two anti-ageing wonder ingredients and the results speak for themselves – radiant, plumped skin after every application. Say no more.Want to know more? Head to the products pages to read all of the amazing reviews!
Beauty Collective - Rebalancing

Troublesome Skin? It might be time to strip back your routine!

by Jo Boyden on Jun 26 2019
Skincare isn’t one size fits all, everyone has a different skin type and different skincare needs. Some people like having an extensive skincare routine, and others want something quick and easy. Whatever your skincare routine is there are times when your skin needs nothing more than rebalancing.What is rebalancing?It’s focusing on the skin’s oil and moisture levels to find perfect harmony, what we call a “normal” skin. By doing this skin becomes more tolerant, less dry or oily and generally happier.Why Pevonia Essential Line is the perfect antidote to unbalanced skin.The essential lines; Dry, Sensitive and Combination are based on Essential Oils in perfect percentages to achieve optimum rebalancing. Essential oils are whole, complete plant compounds. They contain the life force of the plant, which not only makes them beneficial but also powerful!Here’s how they work…DRY SKIN LINEIt is commonly misconstrued that dry and dehydrated skin are one and the same, this is not accurate. Dry skin can also be dehydrated, but dehydrated skin is not necessarily dry skin. When your skin is dehydrated it needs more water, when your skin is dry it needs more oil.Pevonia Dry Skin Line contains hydrating Hyaluronic Acid as well is nourishing Micronized Vitamin E and Pear Seed Extract and the Essential Oils of Rose and Ylang Ylang to stimulate the skin’s oil production.SENSITIVE SKIN LINEThose with sensitive skin must choose products that contain ingredients that calm, soothe, heal, reduce redness and moisturise.Pevonia Sensitive Skin Line contains calming, soothing ingredients like Allantoin and Azulene to control sensitivity with healing ingredients like Aloe, Chamomile and Propolis to help repair and reduce redness and the discomfort felt with sensitive skin, but it is the exquisite French Rose essential oil that is gold in this collection, not only does it dramatically sooth the skin it balances the oil and moisture levels offering stronger protection against the elements.COMBINATION SKIN LINETreating and understanding combination skin can be confusing; nevertheless, being consistent with a clear, concise regimen will balance and hydrate this misunderstood skin type.The important thing to remember is Combination skin requires products that normalize skin deficiencies while combating dryness and dehydration.Pevonia's normal to combination skin line contains some of the most effective essential oils such as: Grapefruit, Rosemary Oil and Lemon Grass Oil for balancing skin's oily secretions. These oils literally “sedate” the oil glands. Add to this healing Arnica, Hazel Nut Oil and Vitamin E and the results are tightened pores, balanced, toned and refreshed skin.So if your skin is feeling less than “normal” or you are suffering from ingredient overload, it might be time to strip back your routine and enjoy the powerful rebalancing powers of the Pevonia Essential Lines.SPECIAL OFFERFor the month of July, purchase a Pevonia Essential Line Cream; Dry, Sensitive or Combination and Receive a Full Size matching Cleanser FREE!
Beauty Collective - ELES Cosmetics Perfect Foundation

Q & A - How Do I Choose The Perfect Foundation For My Skin?

by Jo Boyden on Mar 26 2019
Oily, dry, combination, blemish-prone skin…it’s important when choosing a foundation to select what is right for your individual skin type, but with so many foundations promising to deliver an array of benefits as well as the multitude of formulations from liquid to powder, stick to tinted, it is a wonder how any of us manage to get it right, and that’s before having to wrap our head around selecting the correct shade too!Well you’ve asked us for our guidance and here we are to help! Read on to determine once and for all your perfect foundation match! UNDERSTAND YOUR SKIN TYPE This is fundamental when choosing your foundation as the last thing you want to do is invest in a formulation that is only going to exacerbate your dry skin or pesky pimples.Oily skinIf your complexion is prone to that 3pm shine, opt for a matte powder or oil-free liquid foundation and avoid dewy formulas. Mineral foundations work well on oily skin because the dry particles tend to absorb moisture and prevent shine.You can also try prolonging the wear of your foundation with a primer and then setting with a translucent lightweight powder.Try: ELES Mineral Powder FoundationDry SkinIf you tend to have dry skin, choose a hydrating liquid foundation. These have a creamy consistency which delivers moisture to the skin and offer great coverage too.Try: ELES Mineral Sheer Tint SPF 20 for natural, radiant coverage or ELES Luminous HD Foundation for even more luminosity.Combination SkinAvoid powder formulations since they can make dry patches look even dryer, and treat extra oily spots with a mattifying primer before applying your base.Try: Liquid Powder Mineral FoundationSensitive SkinIf you struggle with blemished or sensitive skin, you really need to navigate the ingredients in a foundation. It’s best to avoid skin irritants like alcohol and fragrance which can be found in many a foundation and opt for a mineral formula every time. These contain no chemical nasties and will allow your skin to breath freely.Try: ELES Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation or ELES Mineral Powder Foundation PREP YOUR SKIN It is important to have clean and well moisturised skin before trialling foundations, this will stand you in good stead for finding your perfect match! KNOW YOUR SKIN’S UNDERTONES You want to choose a foundation shade that has the same undertones as your skin. Either ‘cool’ or ‘warm’. If you have a warm complexion go with a shade that has yellow undertones, if your complexion is on the cool side, a foundation with a pink undertone will be best.To tell which undertones your skin has, look at your veins on the back of your arms. People with blue or purplish-looking veins usually have cooler undertones. If your veins, on the other hand, look a greenish colour, then you have warm undertones. FIND YOUR SHADE MATCH Finding the perfect shade is the single most important part of foundation shopping. The ultimate goal is to find a shade that looks like your own skin but better!Firstly select three shades that you think are a close match to your skin colour. Forget testing them on your arm and test directly on the face instead, swiping all three side-by-side down your cheek towards your jawline. The shade that seemingly disappears is the one you want!Make sure you test in good natural lighting. ADAPT TO THE SEASON In the winter months, our skin tends to be paler so you need to adapt your foundation shade accordingly. We recommend having one key shade for spring/summer and another for autumn/winter.Now go forth and be flawless!