Some Skin Treatment Favorites
***I do want to preface I am not a dermatologist and not a skincare expert, all the products linked and that I use, are ones that have worked for me. ***
When we first started our quarantine journey back in March, I started seeing these posts of people’s skin improving from not wearing makeup. I did not see these changes to my skin simply from not applying foundation… While I wasn’t seeing any additional breakouts, my cheeks redness had accelerated from 6 to 10 and my skin still appeared dull and droopy.
Since I now had all this time I decided to take a deep dive into my skin. Implementing this new skincare regime also gave me a semblance of routine, and during this unknown time in our lives routine, I discovered, plays an important role in my everyday life to keep me motivated.
I can do a more in-depth post on my actual updated skincare routine, because since my last post back in September things have changed slightly. However, my biggest take away from my deep dive into the wonders of my clogged pores, is that masking is a huge part of my daily and nightly face care experience. I have listed below my favorite masks I have been using this past month, which includes what I love about them and the improvements I saw.
***All Products are linked***
Khiel’s Detox Clay Mask:
Great to use in the morning before applying makeup for a clean canvas, or at night if I feel a breakout coming in
my skin feels very matte and clean after using this mask
Not over drying and pores have a fresh tightness
When used consistently, I start to see noticeable changes to my skins texture but when I use once a month I don’t see as quick of an improvement
Asarai Australian Red Clay Mask:
Prefer this in the morning to give me a brighter, more even complexion.
Noticeable difference in my skin after use, skin looking more even and clean.
A little goes a long way with this product
The Organic Pharmacy Jasmine and Honey Hydrating Mask:
I have a small size of this and I love it.
Fragrance smells really good, but not overpowering.
Skin feels incredibly soft after one use and plump.
Less redness on cheeks from extra hydration
I notice a difference in my skin immediately after use
I wake up with dewy and plump skin and my redness calms down significantly
Easy to sleep in
I use two to three times a week and have noticed improvements the next day, but consistency is key
Vichy exfoliating mask:
Very gentle and skin feels tight and clean after use.
I like the mask application for an exfoliant and I will put on before the shower and use the steam and warm water to scrub and invigorate my pores
This is also available at Target
Super gentle and has a great smell
Skins feels clean and super soft after use
Today’s Post is Highlighting Day’s For Girls
Image Source: https://www.daysforgirls.org/
Days For Girls is a foundation founded by Celeste Morgan in 2008 when she working in an orphanage in Nairobi, Kenya. She noticed a lot of the girls did not have access to proper feminine hygiene care, and developed reusable/washable pads for the girls to have in their communities. They trialed 28 different kits that fit the environment and cultures in communities around the world.
“ Today, Days for Girls has reached more than one million women and girls in 125+ countries with DfG Kits and menstrual health education. This translates into over 115 million days of dignity, health, and opportunity! ”
Ways You Can Help:
Donate to their foundation to help make and provide kits for communities in +140 countries
Help distribute DfG kits
Fundraise
Partner and/or volunteer with a local chapter
Days For Girls have also reacted to the COVID-19 response by having their volunteers make and donate masks to healthcare workers and patients for as long as their is a need. They have also accelerated their reusable pads and focused on high risk communities like food banks, homeless shelters and charities.
TOP 5 DAILY READS:
TO HELP YOUR SKIN: https://www.thecut.com/article/best-eye-creams-for-dark-circles.html
TO INSPIRE SOME THOUGHTS: https://www.manrepeller.com/2020/05/worst-movie-characters-quarantine.html
TALKING WITH AN ICON: https://www.vogue.com/article/grace-coddington-red-hair-root-touch-up
TO LOOK AT BEAUTIFUL FASHION: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/best-met-gala-looks-of-all-time
