Happy New Year!!!
With the start of every new year comes the start
of the resolution making. The top 10 resolutions for 2013 were to lose weight,
get organised, spend less/save more, enjoy life, get fit, learn something new,
quit smoking, help others, fall in love and spend time with family. We are all
guilty of making these promises to ourselves and not following through because
we forget, or just don't have enough will power. So, why not do something
different this year and make resolutions that will benefit your beauty? Try
these little resolutions that are just a matter of fitting into your busy
schedule rather than other massive life changing tasks you set for yourself and
always end up failing at. I have compiled a list of what I think your Beauty
resolutions should be…
1-I will remove my makeup every night!
This is something that is as important as
brushing your teeth. It's not good to go to bed with your makeup still on, and
I know so many people who do this! Your body temperature rises when you sleep,
opening your pores, which will become clogged and create a nasty breakout on
your skin. It shouldn't take longer than 2 minutes to remove makeup thoroughly.
A cream wipe off cleanser or face wash would work fine and a toner then, to
remove any excess cleanser and/or dirt on the skin.
Heres a great little cleanser and toner in one
making it even easier than ever. “Philosophy. Purity Made Simple - One Step Facial Cleanser”.
This award winning one step daily
cleanser thoroughly cleanses, and dissolves dirt, oil and makeup, it also tones
and gently hydrates the skin. It doesn't leave your skin feeling tight. Its
suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive and wait for it…it can be used on the eyes too!! Sure why
wouldn't you use this product? Its available from Debenhams.ie and priced at
the very affordable €22.50
2-I will not over colour or over heat my hair!
It goes without saying really with this one but
over colouring your hair will lead to it being left dry and it will eventually
damage your hair from the tips right up to the roots, especially when you're
using peroxide. Try not to use your hair straighter every day and just use it
once a week or even just when you've washed your hair. Always use a heat
protectant and serum to keep your locks looking luscious.
Heres some products that I would recommend to
help you maintain your mane. The “TRESemmé Heat Defence Styling
Spray” and the “Schwarzkopf Tame and Shine Styling Oil” are my absolute favourites when drying and
styling my hair. Even when only blow drying you still need a heat protector and
the serum tames those little fly aways and keeps your hair looking glossy.
3-I will moisturise daily and also use an eye
cream.
Not only is it important to remove your makeup
thoroughly but also make sure you use a moisturiser for afterwards that is
suitable for your skin type, not just the cheapest one available. The first
signs of ageing show around the eyes so a good eye cream to soften and hydrate
will help combat those little rascals!
A great eye cream and daily moisturiser to help
combat dryness and dehydration in your skin are the “La Roche Posay” “Gentle Hydra Phase Intense Eyes 15ml” and “Hydraphase Intense Riche Cream 50ml”.
These products absorb very easily into the skin and even though
the consistency is quite light they do a very good job of keeping the skin
hydrated throughout the day as they infuse the skin with water. I use these
when my skin is feeling particularly dry. They can be used night and day and i
love how inexpensive they are. The eye cream is more of a serum in texture. Its
soothing and refreshing on the eye area. Great for dehydration lines, bags and
puffy eyelids. Priced at €17.50 and the
moisturiser is priced at €21.50 and are both
available from Sam McCauleys and Mulligans.
4-I will use a serum before I moisturise
The difference between a serum and a moisturiser
is a serum is designed to penetrate deeper into the skin layers and applying a
moisturiser on top of that locks in the serum and protects and moisturises the
outer layer of the skin.
Elizabeth Arden’s “Visible Difference
Optimising Skin Serum” is a fantastic serum for both night and day
and is suitable for all skin types, even sensitive skin. It gives the skin a
naturally healthy glow. It renews skins clarity and texture. Prepares the skin
for, and enhances the benefits of your moisturiser.
Available from any Elizabeth Arden counter
nationwide. Price: €52
5-I will be more adventurous with colours.
The latest fashion trend for spring/summer this
year is going to be neon. If you are feeling reluctant to spend your hard
earned cash on a whole new outfit to match this trend, you could invest in a
few beauty products to give you that hint of neon like this electric pink eye
shadow from Urban Decay called “Woodstock” or these fab nail polishes from Art Deco.
These colourful beauty products mean that you can funk it up a little without
going crazy.
The eyeshadow is priced at €18 at any Urban Decay counter nationwide
and the Art Deco nail polishes are priced at €11.20.
6-I will drink more water and get more sleep!
No matter what creams you use you have to combat
whats going on internally too. So plenty of hydration with loads of water
throughout the day and the full 6-8 hour sleep per night that your body needs.
Water will flush out all those toxins and keep skin looking and feeling
healthy. Creams do help you look rested and beautiful but in the long term you
need your “beauty sleep”.
7-I will treat myself!
This is something most of us forget to do. We
have busy schedules (especially if you have kids and jobs) so I think a little
treat out of our wage pack every week or month isn't going to break the bank
and its something to look forward to. Decide how much it is you can afford and
whether its to buy that magazine you used to love reading or the latest NOW 345
CD, or maybe you’re lucky enough that
you can afford luxury products like the latest Michael Kors watch?
Just don't
forget to treat yourself! :)
Hope this helps you look and feel beautiful this
year!
Sam x
