Glowing skin around the clock!

The good news on facial oils.

Facial oils seem to be gaining mass popularity at the moment but the truth is they have been around for a while. From ancient beauty care to today’s skin care formulations, facial oils are true skin saviours when it comes to skin that is dehydrated, dry and lacklustre.

Facial oils comprise of oils from botanicals derived from seeds, nuts, kernels and the flesh of plants as well as essential oils from plants, roots and flowers. These oils are jam packed with antioxidants, polyphenols and vitamins that our skin just simply loves.

But not all oils are good oils… Synthetic, cheaper alternative oils and petroleum derived oils like mineral oil are not great for the skin. Mineral oil is occlusive, meaning that it sits on the surface of the skin, a bit like cling wrap, which in turn can lead to clogging, whiteheads and milia. Sadly, synthetic fragrance oils unlike essential oils do not contain the same therapeutic benefits of their true counterpart.

Facial oils are designed to protect and hydrate by locking in moisture. They help to restore lost barrier lipids giving the skin suppleness and can turn a lack lustre skin into the dewy glowing skin we all want.Barrier lipids or natural protective oils play an important part in preserving the health of our skin. When our barrier is compromised, trans epidermal water loss occurs more readily which means that our skin becomes dry and dehydrated. This can lead to sensitivity and pre-mature signs of skin ageing.

Many factors can contribute to barrier depletion such as ageing, over use of exfoliation products and skin stripping ingredients like alcohol based toners. Stress, UV exposure can also be additional sources of lipid depletion.

The good news is that we can restore these barrier lipids with facial oils that are rich in phytolipids and when it comes to good oils, Dermalogica use a combination within their formulations that have multiple benefits for the skin;

Argan Oil is an excellent source of antioxidants and provide an enriched source of fatty acids to help reinforce the barrier lipid layer of the skin.

Rosehip Seed Oil and Rose Oil are essential fatty acids designed to protect the skin and enhance luminosity. Extremely rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C this oil help to improve the appearance of ageing.

Sunflower Seed Oil is a good source of ceramides. Cermides make up part of the barrier lipid layer. This oil is also rich in Vitamin E and helps to shield the skin.

Jasmine Oil is a highly fragrant essential oil that has skin softening properties.

Chia Seed Oil, rich in Omega -3- fatty acids helps to reduce inflammation and is rich in antioxidants. This fatty acid oil helps with skin moisture.

Tamanu Oil is rich in phyto-activesand is soothing with beneficial antioxidant qualities.

Camellia Oil is a unique oil that is calming and soothing and has a light pleasant feel on the skin. Its high in antioxidant qualities and provides twice the antioxidant protection of Grapeseed Oil and Vitamin E.

Borage Seed Oil contains Gamma Linoleic Acid which is a fatty acid that has been widely used for treating inflammation.

Kukui Nut Oil is a rich source of vitamins A, C and E and Omega-3 fatty acids to help reinforce the barrier lipids of the skin.

Apricot Kernal Oil is used to soothe irritation and is a great source of vitamin A.

Dermalogica have the perfect choice of facial oil products for both day, night and around the clock for glowing skin!

Pre Cleanse is a light weight oil based cleanser that is perfect for all skins as the first cleanse. Its aim is to liquefy oil and oil based dirt from the skin without leaving a greasy residue. The best way to use this incredible cleanser (which is likened to popular micellar water) is to apply a small amount onto dry skin and massage over skin concentrating on areas of congestion, then wet hands and massage over skin to create a light milky emulsion. Remove and continue with your chosen Dermalogica cleanser.

Phyto Replenish Oilrestores the skins protective layer and help to preserve the skins youthful and dewy appearance. It works in three phases by strengthening, hydrating and shielding the skin. This featherweight treatment oil is ideal for normal to dry skin conditions and can be used in a few different ways.

Apply 4-6 drops directly onto a cleansed skin and follow with your moisturiser.
Mix into your prescribed moisturiser.
Mix in with your primer or foundation for a fresh dewy look.
In winter, apply around the corners of nose and areas of dryness.
Use with the DIY massage for extra skin benefits.

Age Smart Overnight Repair Serum. This night time age fighting treatment works while your sleep when the regeneration process increases. Its rich formula is designed to provide night time skin repair and to increase luminosity. This age smart peptide serum formula stimulates collagen production and helps firm the skin whilst Argan and Rose Oils revitilise a lacklustre skin. Overnight Repair Serum is best for a mature or prematurely mature aged, dry, dehydrated or lack lustre skin. Use as your final layer in your skin routine, or mix 3 -4 drops into your moisturiser. If you are in need of a real boost, try using 3-4 drops under the Age Smart Multi Vitamin Power Recovery Mask and leave overnight.