Monday, July 25, 2011

My faithful skin care regimen

SkinCare


Phytomer Expert Youth Wrinkle Correction Cream, $100
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF, $152
SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex, $85
SkinCeuticals Phyto +, $78





I credit Spalon Montage with getting me hooked on nice expensive skin care products. I've become such a sucker for any and all products from their two main lines- SkinCeuticals and Phytomer. Both are spendy (especially when you get into the serums) but the products work wonders for your skin and overall complexion. My justification is that it's worth the money to take care of my skin now so that it looks wonderful and expensive in 10 years! I've included my morning and evening regimens for those of you that are interested in the products I use. 

I love my Shiseido purifying cleansing foam because it is creamy with a small amount of exfoliation beads and leaves your face feeling absolutely clean and make up free. After cleansing in the morning I apply a few drops of SkinCeutical Phloretin CF all over my face. Phloretin CF is an amazing antioxidant that "protects against not only free radicals but other molecules known to cause damage to your skin cells".  In addition "it corrects existing damage by stimulating the synthesis of essential proteins and fibers and accelrating cell turnover". The result is a more youthful, firm, radiant appearance and I LOVE it! It's also excellent to use under sunscreen (such as the SkinCeuticals option I mentioned in the "It's a scorcher today" post) to provide complete and utter protection from sun damage. I finish off my morning routine with Phytomer's HydraContinue instant moisture cream. It's light and very moisturizing- perfect for these humid summer days. 

In the evening I follow a similar regimen with a slightly different mix of products. I start by cleansing my face with the Shiseido product mentioned above. To remove all make up remnants I use Phyotomer's Rose Visage toner. Light with a nice scent, it leaves your skin feeling totally fresh. I then apply a small amount of Phto+ serum. "This botanical gel for hyperpigmentation is an advanced lightening formula combining four active ingredients to diminish discoloration and improve the overall health of the skin". This is a product that was recommended to me by my dermatologist (they sell SkinCeuticals at her office so you know it's a good product!). She uses it morning and night which you can do as well. Lastly, I use phytomer expert youth wrinkle correction cream. I love this product for its thick creamy consistency. It's VERY moisturizing and my go to product in the winter when my skin gets dry! I top everything off with a little eye cream beneath the eyes. 

This sounds long and complicated by my skin has totally changed in the year that I've been using these products so if you're looking for a change try some of them too! Happy skin care product hunting!!

XO

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