RAISE YOUR GLASS!

To the bride and groom, sure — but also, to your own amazing skin! Is it possible to achieve that super-hydrated, perfect-to-the-touch, IG-ready skin without filters or Photoshop? Definitely! As we always say, beautiful skin starts from the inside, out. Here’s how to get your skin that glassy, classy look… 

Double Cleanse

Gentle cleansers are the first step to achieving this flawless look — and you need to do it twice — after all, healthy skin begins with a clean canvas. Avoid harsh cleansers that strip skin, leaving it dry and susceptible to breakouts and dullness. Instead, choose products like SkinCeuticals LHA Cleansing Gel, which clears pores and smoothes skin, or SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleanser, which gently exfoliates while deep cleaning, moisturising and brightening. Finish up your cleanse with SkinCeuticals Soothing Cleanser or similar foaming wash, and check out the cleansers we recommend for various ages and skin types, here.

Exfoliate 

Next, exfoliate. Consider this something of a spring cleaning to get rid of all the unwanted excess (in this case, dead skin cells and other debris). You should exfoliate at least two to three times a week with a gentle product like SkinCeuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub, which effectively cleans pores and softens skin without robbing it of moisture.

Tone

Toners actually set the tone for your skin, helping to maintain the correct pH balance. Be sure to avoid harsh toners that strip skin of the natural oils it needs to stay in balance. SkinCeuticals Equalizing Toner gently refreshes skin and restores its even texture while removing excess residue. 

Search for serums  

These are usually rich in antioxidants that protect the skin from the effects of free radicals — which most commonly manifest as premature ageing. Serums like SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic, which contain ingredients like vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, offer skin much needed hydration, making it plump, firm and radiant, and the oil-free SkinCeuticals Retexturing Activator exfoliates while it moisturises.

Apply essences  

A term that covers a range of toners, facial mists and light serums, essences have the ability to penetrate the skin more deeply than say, moisturisers can. Light but power-packed botanicals like SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Essence Mist strengthen the skin’s barrier and reduce inflammation. Just spritz on throughout the day — even over makeup — for all-day hydration. You will feel so pampered! SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3, a lightweight emulsion that contains niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3 that prevents flushing), is also a great choice. Remember: the more moisture your skin retains, the closer you will be to achieving that glassy look. 

Moisturise 

To seal in the hydration, pick moisturisers that are lightweight, rich, and easily absorbent. We’ve got great suggestions for different brands depending on what stage of life your skin is at. Adding value to your routine is SkinCeuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight, which exfoliates and promotes natural cell turnover as you sleep.

Protect 

There’s no way around the sunscreen if you want to get skin as smooth as glass. We’ve got a range of choices that protect brilliantly while moisturising, and don’t feel heavy on your skin, including the broad spectrum SkinCeuticals Daily Brightening UV Defense Sunscreen, which has the added benefits of correcting discolouration and hydrating skin even as it protects you from harmful UV rays. EltaMD UV Daily Broad-Spectrum SPF 40, which contains hyaluronic acid and gives you the coverage you need while moisturising skin, is also a fantastic option. 

Develop supportive habits 

Skin health is naturally tied to overall health, so make good nutrition choices. Healthy fats found in foods like avocados and salmon help maintain skin’s moisture balance, while a daily serving of fruits and vegetables brings more antioxidant power into the mix. Drinking enough water also goes without saying (skin loves moisture!) — and getting enough beauty sleep greatly benefits your skin.