The Reality of Skincare in Your 40s
As a busy mum and cosmetic practitioner in my early 40s, I’ve started to notice the typical signs of ageing. To maintain a healthy glow, I rely on cosmeceutical-grade skincare that’s simple to use and fits easily into my at-home routine.
Why Skin Quality Matters Most
When I think about traits that contribute to my perception of a healthy and fresh appearance, it’s the quality of the skin and hydration that tell the story.
With such a wide variety of skincare brands and products available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start, but it is so important to start by implementing simple steps that you can maintain.
The Partnership Between Home Care and Professional Treatments
At-home skincare complements treatments that we perform in the clinic and is equally as important in slowing down the ageing process. The aim of my nighttime skincare regime is to give my skin the best chance of repairing and rejuvenating while I sleep!
I love the feeling of going to bed with beautifully hydrated and glowing skin and waking up fresh-faced, ready for a busy day ahead.
My Evening Skincare Routine
Step 1: Deep Cleansing
I absolutely love cleansing my skin with the Medik8 Lipid Balance Cleansing Oil to remove my makeup. It has the perfect balance of lipids to nourish my skin’s surface while removing the impurities without drying it.
Step 2: Exfoliation and Renewal
Next, I use a few drops to drop a few years with DrNC Cosmeceuticals Concentrated Clarifier, which is filled with AHAs and BHAs. It is specifically designed to produce new skin cells, exfoliate and even out my skin tone, and a little bit goes a long way.
Step 3: Deep Nourishment
I finish off with my favourite night cream of all time, Medik8 Advanced Night Restore for deep nourishment and hydration.
This multi-ceramide night cream facilitates the skin’s overnight processes to combat the visible signs of ageing. It’s packed full of antioxidants, emollients and nighttime plant extracts.
Weekly Self-Care Ritual
Once a week, I give myself an extra bit of self-care. After cleansing, I use the DrNC Cosmeceuticals Concentrated Micropeel Wipe.
This powerful towelette wipes away dull, congested, dehydrated and damaged skin to give me the most amazing glow of all time! It’s great to do the night before a special occasion for that extra fresh look, and I even use it on my neck, décolletage and hands.
Professional Guidance for Your Skincare Journey
We LOVE to talk about skincare in the clinic, so pop in for your own custom recommendations! Stay tuned for my daytime routine, coming soon.