5 SHORTCUTS TO BETTER SKIN OVER 40
Skincare really doesn’t need to be complicated to be effective. Often women think the more products they incorporate into their daily regime the better the skin result. But that’s not always the case and sometimes you are missing just one vital step which could change your skin for the better.
Follow these simple tips from Naomi Watt’s go-to Sydney facialist, Nicole Manning from ONDA Beauty, and you’ll notice glowing, more beautiful looking skin in under one week.
1. Stop over cleansing! This can be worse than not cleansing at all. Stripping and foaming cleansers disrupt the microbial balance, and over-exfoliation weakens the barrier layer, which will leave skin vulnerable. I recommend skipping your morning cleanse and opting for a warm compress or splash of water in the morning and incorporating an oil cleanser into your routine. Don’t be afraid of oils cleansers, oil is great for breaking down oil!
Luxe: Marie Veronique Pure + EO Free Oil Cleanser, $73, ondabeauty.com.au
Less: Trilogy Rosehip Transformation Cleansing Oil, $28.99, priceline.com.au
2. Use Vitamin A: Retinoids are an ingredient that, used and prescribed properly, will really make a difference to your skin. With consistent and long-term use, Vitamin A works on a deep level, yielding visible improvements to the skin in the form of reduced wrinkles, diminished hyperpigmentation and better skin texture. The skin changes are incredible!
Luxe: Marie Veronique’s Gentle Retinol Serum, $202, ondabeauty.com.au
Less: Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Retinol Oil, $42.99, neutrogena.com.au
3. Guzzle Water: It’s a simple one but it makes all the difference to a more radiant complexion. So keep drinking water, but also incorporating hydrating mists to use throughout the day. These water-based essences will help to plump and hydrate your skin’s epidermis and your skin will glow.
Luxe: Sodashi Calming Rose Mist, $79, ondabeauty.com.au
Less: Essano Rosehip Certified Organic Mist Toner, $12.99, essano.com.au
4. Apply Sunscreen: Apply it daily, no matter what. This is your best protection against premature ageing. We [at ONDA] are curating beautiful SPF products from around the world and they are a joy to use - the experience is one of a high-quality moisturiser rather than a ‘sun cream’. There is no point investing in your skin if you're not going to wear SPF.
Luxe: Josh Rosebrook Nutrient Day Cream SPF 30, from $75, ondabeauty.com.au
Less: La Roche-Posay Anthelios Dry Skin Cream Cream SPF 50+, $29.95, laroche-posay.com.au
5. Prioritise Gut Health: Radiant skin begins with good digestion, I love the GLOW powder from The Beauty Chef, $18 (box of 5 sachets), ondabeauty.com.au which contains prebiotics to feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut, and vitamins to support skin function. I recommend almost all of our clients use GLOW and we see great results. This just makes sense. Eat well, stay hydrated, protect your insides and your skin will tell the story.
NOTE: I’m not paid to endorse any of these products. I only recommend what I know really works.
