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Give the gift of clear skin this Christmas with skin:genius

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This Christmas, give the gift of clear skin with the multi-award-winning 100% natural skin:genius range.

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Its special-price festive pack is beautifully presented in a cotton s:g bag and includes: a 100ml Cleansing Face Wash (Best Cleanse  Forever); 30ml Leave-on Purifying Gel (All’s Well That Gels Well); 50ml Calming Moisturiser (Soothe Operator) and 10ml Spot Zapper (Hits The Spot) alongside a cotton flannel and lavender bag.  Worth £75.00, this festive bundle costs £60.00.

 

Specifically formulated to prevent and reduce acne, breakouts and spot-prone skin in teens and adults, skin:genius is packed with anti-bacterial ingredients that tackle the bacteria which commonly cause these problems.  The synergistic behaviour of its natural ingredients – including Red Clover, Nettle, Roman Chamomile, Oregon Grape, Witch Hazel, Marsh Mallow and Calendula – reduces inflammation and redness while hydrating, calming and smoothing irritated skin.

 

Rich in anti-oxidants, skin:genius products bring positive results from using high-quality, proven, natural and organic ingredients that work with the skin. Unlike many other products, skin:genius® uses a high number of quality active ingredients in lower concentrations, reducing any risk of sensitivity to the products while multiplying the benefits. This means you can attack one issue from many angles, achieving excellent results in a powerful yet gentle way.

 

Its Cleansing Face Wash, Leave-on Purifying Gel, Soothing Moisturiser and Hits The Spot all help to keep the skin clear by tackling the causes – not just the symptoms – of troublesome skin. They smell and feel wonderful and would make a super gift for anyone with problem skin.

 

Cleansing Face Wash – ‘best cleanse forever’

Bursting with Calendula, Red Clover and Lemongrass, this gentle daily face wash effectively removes impurities and excess oil, cleanses and cleans the face without over-drying the skin. Its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory action reduces rashes, redness and irritation leaving a more even skin tone.

Leave-On Purifying Gel – ‘all’s well that gels well’

This maximum strength, fast-acting gel tackles inflamed spots and reduces redness immediately, to quickly bring relief and results. Easily absorbed, it’s loaded with Oregon Grape, Nettle and Roman Chamomile to help tackle breakouts while preventing the bacteria that cause acne and spots. Its antioxidant and antibacterial ingredients help improve the skin’s immune function while reducing redness and irritation.  It works best when used at bedtime and left to work its magic overnight.

Soothing Moisturiser – ‘soothe operator’

Calming and light, this balancing moisturiser provides skin with long-lasting hydration while minimising the appearance of pores and scarring.  Babassu, Macadamia and Hazelnut nourish the skin and leave it feeling silky smooth. It is rich in vitamin E to aid skinrecovery and naturally collagen-boosting. Importantly, it contains ingredients that behave similarly to sebum which signal to your skinto stop producing this substance which, when produced excessively, leads to oily skin and blocked pores.

 

Spot Zapper – ‘Hits The Spot’

Designed to stop a spot in its tracks. You simply apply one dot of this maximum-strength, fast-acting gel as a direct hit to help restore calm. Loaded with Oregon Grape, Nettle, Roman Chamomile and Yarrow, Hits The Spot helps fight and prevent the bacteria that cause spots and breakouts. It’s also high in antioxidants to protect and soothe inflamed skin and reduce redness.

 

Did You Know Truffle Is The Secret To Diamond Skin?

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With the seasons changing and the days becoming cooler, this can often take a toll on your skin. Most commonly, the winter weather affects our skin by drying it out; the combination between the cold outside and the heat of your house, contributes to this. This ‘winter skin’ can cause your skin to have a dull appearance, and even contribute to signs of early ageing.

SOS H20 may be your secret to diamond skin this winter due to its secret ingredient… truffle. Yep, that’s right, the secret to keeping your skin hydrated and youthful may just be your favourite ingredient in pasta.

 

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Why Truffle is the secret to diamond skin:

  • Infused with nutrients, vitamins, and amino acids, which boost healthy skin with anti-aging properties.
  • Packed with anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties from an enzyme called Superoxide Dismutase which repairs skin and helps to prevent fine lines and wrinkles. 
  • Rich in vitamins and amino acids, this ingredient will nourish the skin with hydration and boot moisture levels for softer, smoother skin.
  • Packed with ceramides and Vitamin C, your skin will be brightened and dark spots will be diminished.

​SOS H20, from £5, sosserum.co.uk 

  • Formulated with Green Grapes and White Truffle, the appearance of fine lines will be reduced, and skin will be brightened.
  • Infused with skin-perfecting ingredients including low molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid, to keep even sensitive skin moisturised all day. 
  • A silky formula, fast absorbing, that increases hydration, elasticity and suppleness as well as leaving the skin looking firm and toned.​

Offering UVA and UVB protection of SPF 30, this is the perfect daily moisturiser in winter. UVA rays are at the same strength in winter, as they are in summer, meaning that skin damage is just as likely to occur in the cooler months as it is the summer. Wearing SPF 30 everyday means that 97% of UV rays will be blocked, and skin damage will be reduced.

Intensely hydrating, soothing, and offering UVA and UVB protection of SPF 30, SOS H20 is the winter swap we all need to keep skin youthful and glowing throughout the colder months.

 

Frost Loves Spanish Skincare brand Sepai

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With the last couple days highlighting that summer is nearly upon us, many of us realise that after the year we’ve had, our skin needs some TLC.
Spanish skincare brand, Sepai delivers ultra-performing, customisable skincare that mimics the effect of a personal trainer for your skin, with the ultimate concoction to condition your body. This bodycare cocktail hydrates, firms and revitalises skin.
I love Sepai Sublime Youth. This all-purpose rescue oil is deeply nourishing and leaves skin glowing. You can use it on its own or mix it in with your regular products. I cannot recommend it enough. It has left my skin looking so much better.
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Skinsmiths, the chain of trusted clinics dedicated to ultimate skin confidence

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Skinsmiths, beauty, beauty reviews, skincare. For those who do not know Skinsmiths yet, they are a chain of trusted clinics dedicated to ultimate skin confidence. You can buy their products, or you can get curated skincare for your skin needs. You can also have a membership. We reviewed some of their products to get our glow back.

Wake up with the glow your skin deserves. Skinsmiths Overnight Glow is an exfoliating treatment, packed with a mix of high concentration active ingredients  – say goodbye to dead skin cells and clogged pores. And, hello to softer, smoother, glowing skin.

• Boost radiance

• Smooth skin texture

A mix of AHA’s, including Glycolic (7%) and Lactic acid (2%), clear away skin build-up on the surface helping skin appear smoother and brighter.

Salicylic Acid (BHA) (1%) soothes the skin while exfoliating the surface and deeper into the pores for calm, clear skin.

With a concentration of over 10% acids, this is a high strength treatment is perfect for oily skin, dry skin, acneic skin, dull skin. Everyone can benefit from a great exfoliant.

We loved this. It works so well and gives a gorgeous glow. 

Next up was the Hydration Booster. This was much needed. It gives dry skin what it needs. Impressive. 

This Hydration Booster is jam packed with ingredients that draw moisture into the skin. It this floods the skin with hydration and helps your skin to retain it too, leaving it plump and replenished.

We also loved the reusable cotton pads. They are so much better for the environment. 

These dual textured cotton pads are gentle on skin and the environment.

What they do

  • Remove makeup and impurities.
  • Delicately clean around the eyes.
  • Reduce the need for disposables.

 

You can also take out a membership to Skinsmiths.

  • A membership provides
    you with:
  • A personalised treatment schedule
  • Regular reviews
  • Expert advice

 

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We really loved the products. 

 

Frost Loves New Beauty Brand NUTURE

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New brand NUTURE has created a range of highly effective, plant-based skincare products designed to care for your skin concerns, including scars, stretch marks and post blemish marks.
The range is designed for both men & women.
Nuture‘s ethos is deep rooted in creating products from safe and cleaner ingredients… because we know that nature is the best remedy of all.

Nuture is the new and effective plant-based skincare brand that is here on this journey called life, every step of the way, to care for you and your skin concerns, including scars, stretch marks and post blemish marks. With its innovative range of nurturing and caring products inspired by nature, Nuture’s ethos is deep rooted in creating products from safe and cleaner ingredients. Because we know that nature is the best cure of all.

Scars and stretch marks are not something to hide. They are your history written on your body. They are experiences gained. And they’re something to be proud of. Everyone has their own story of finding strength in unexpected ways, and that is something to never feel ashamed or embarrassed of, but always be proud of.

From a Nourishing Skin Treatment to a Facial Treatment Serum, the vegan-friendly range from Nuture uses a unique blend of plant-based omega-rich oils with high performing nature actives, like Squalane, Centella and Grapeseed Oil, a natural source of Vitamin E, to deliver a positive impact on your skin. There are no questionable ingredients like mineral oil, artificial fragrances or colours, parabens or silicones in Nuture’s range – we let nature take its course and care for your skin the good way.

Nuture wants everyone to feel confident and accepting of their scars, stretch marks and imperfections through the pure power of nature. Nuture is there for you and your daily life, when experiences both good and bad, leave their mark.

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The full range includes:

Nuture Nourishing Skin Treatment Oil:

A deeply nourishing and restorative oil that helps to visibly reduce the appearance of scars and stretch marks in just 8 weeks*. The light- weight oil, which is easily and quickly absorbed, works to soothe skin and replenish hydration for improved elasticity, whilst also helping assist the skin to become more supple.

RRP: 150ml bottle with spray £17.99, 50ml bottle with pipette £8.99

Nuture Skin Treatment Cream:

A rich, luxurious cream that helps improve the appearance of both old and new stretch marks. Crafted with ultra-nourishing Shea Butter and Coconut Oil, along with omega-rich oils Grapeseed, a naturally derived source of Vitamin E and Sweet Almond. The cream works to provide intense moisturisation and elasticity while helping to improve tone and texture. Formulated to help all kinds of stretch marks, this is the perfect complement to our Skincare Treatment Oil, helping to promote the appearance of firmer, toned, more even skin.

RRP: 100ml Jar £12.99
Nuture Facial Treatment Serum:

With a unique ingredient blend, this facial serum helps to reduce post-blemish marks and hyperpigmentation. It helps to brighten skin and reduce the appearance of dark spots and skin discolouration
for a more even skin tone. It works to soothe and nourish the skin and help even out skin tone, it is also suitable for people with oily and combination skin. For best results use after cleansing but

before moisturising. The serum can also be used for any areas of hyperpigmentation on your hands or neck.

RRP: 30ml bottle with pipette £15.99

Nuture Family** Recovery Cream:

Take care of delicate skin with our multi-purpose skincare remedy whenever you need a little helping hand. This highly effective repairing cream works to gently soothe bumps and protect upset and dry skin, helping to restore its natural moisture level. Useful tips: the cream is perfect for soothing and calming mild sunburn and is a great go-to for annoying little insect bites.

RRP: 50ml tube £8.99
Stockists: Available in Boots.com now and Amazon.co.uk from November

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*Based on an 8 week in-home trial on stretch marks by 111 female panellists aged 18-60, and a 8 week in-home trial on scars by 113 female panellists aged 18-60. Stretch marks are influenced by many factors including diet, skin type and genetics. Results will vary from individual to individual.

**Nuture Family Recovery Cream is suitable for children over the ages of 6 months and they are encouraged to be patch tested before us

We love these products because they are plant based and Nuture have a great ethos. The products really work and feel great on the skin. Frost loves.

 

Frost Loves Jurlique Skincare

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Jurlique recognises that organic ingredients are just as important on your skin as in your body, going one step further than most with its approach to organic skincare.

Jurlique’s sustainable farm in South Australia, an area that WHO has declared to have some of the best air quality on Earth, uses methods of certified organic, Biodynamic Farming to harness the concentrated botanicals into its products.

Jurlique’s Biodynamic Farming method embodies a more holistic approach to agriculture, enhancing nature’s energy in order to produce the best quality ingredients, full of life and vitality. And with organic farms having around 50% more bees, butterflies and other pollinators, organic not only nourishes your skin but also the planet.
Jurlique’s Organic Hero Products:

Rosewater Balancing Mist
Rose Body Oil
Nutri-Define Range

I tried the activating water essence. You put it on after cleansing but before your serum, or moisturiser. It smells amazing. Jurlique says it continuously hydrates, softens and revitalises the skin.  It does leave skin more hydrated and looking fresher. Jurlique is a high-end skincare brand and I cannot fault their products.

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4 Reasons Your Skin Is Looking Dull – and What You Can Do About It

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There are many reasons why your skin might be looking dull, but there are just as many solutions. Dull and unhealthy skin can lead to a tired and wrinkled appearance, and no one wants that! The good news is that simple changes can make a big difference when it comes to combatting a lackluster complexion. Here are some common reasons why your skin might be looking dull – and what you can do about it.

The Environment

The air both inside and out contains many pollutants and small dirt particles, all of which are bad for your skin as well as your body. When dirt clings to your skin and clogs the pores, it gives it an uneven texture, which also diffuses light. This can make you look even more tired, and as though you have more wrinkles! The only way you can remedy this is to make sure you cleanse your face thoroughly at night before you go to sleep. If you don’t, all that dirt will start to cause untold damage to your skin. So, remove all traces of makeup with a gentle makeup remover, followed by a splash with warm soapy water.

Your Diet

What you drink and eat can be contributing factors to your dull complexion. Of course, drinking plenty of water should be common sense, as it helps to hydrate the skin and increase blood flow to your face. Additionally, any wrinkles you do have will appear deeper in dehydrated skin, so water is a great way to help reduce them. However, while drinking enough water is important, you should not neglect your diet, assuming that your water consumption will offset any negative effects. If you continue to eat foods high in sugar, salt and fat, you will reduce your skin’s ability to retain any moisture. So, try to eat plenty of green leafy vegetables, fatty fish, nuts, seeds, and eggs.

Stress

Stress is also a major reason why you may be suffering from dull-looking skin. And when you are worried about your appearance, it can lead to more feelings of stress, leaving you in a never-ending cycle. If you aren’t looking your best for an important presentation at work, a first date, or another special occasion, your confidence levels will suffer, and your fight or flight response will kick in. This means all your blood flow will be concentrated on your vital organs and not your skin. It’s easy enough to suggest avoiding stressful situations, but this is not always impossible. In these cases, you can try giving yourself a facial massage to help get the blood flowing. You should be left with plump looking skin and a more glowing complexion, which in turn will boost your self-esteem.

Not Using the Right Products

You might already have a skincare routine and still suffer from dull skin. In this case, it may that you are using the wrong type of product. For example, if you usually have dry skin, you should avoid oil-absorbing products, as this will simply exacerbate the problem. Also, products that contain PEG (polyethylene glycol) should be avoided, as it is said to reduce or alter the skin’s natural ability to retain moisture. It’s best to look for products that contain natural ingredients; for example, here’s a facial serum with vitamin C that helps to brighten and even skin tone and reduces inflammation, with additional ingredients such as green tea and aloe.

By taking the tips listed on board, dull skin can be a thing of the past!

 

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HYDRATION, HYDRATION, HYDRATION

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We all know the importance of keeping hydrated and the benefits extend to the whole body. Shop our targeted roundup below.

FOR THE BODY: THE ION8 LEAKPROOF 1 LITRE BOTTLE

One of the easiest way to keep hydrated – DRINK WATER! Drink the full bottle before lunch and you’re halfway to your daily target, simply refill once and drink the rest before the end of the day and you’re done. Just one pitstop at dinner to refill is all you need to keep you on track.

Buy for £13.89 from Amazon

FOR THE FACE: CLINIQUE DRAMATICALLY DIFFERENT HYDRATING JELLY

Hyaluronic acid is the hydrating elixir for the skin and its popularity has sky rocketed over the past few years. The Clinique Jelly is a super lightweight gel which is packed with Fortified with hyaluronic acid and innovative Clean Shield Technology™ (a blend of Sunflower Seed, Barley Extract and Cucumber. It offers 24hr hydration and the best part is that a little goes a long way – meaning you’re getting more for your money too!

Buy for £31 from Look Fantastic

FOR THE SKIN: EMBRYOLISSE LAIT-CRÈME FLUID

A top way to avoid dryness and redness across the body is to keep hydrated and moisturised and our favourite is from Europe’s number one, Embryolisse fluid is a brilliant way to achieve oft and supple skin. Once applied, you’re instantly treated to a velvety feel finish on the skin. This one though, has a number of benefits – everything from removing make up and soothing skin after skin exposure.

Buy for £16 from Cult Beauty

FOR THE HAIR: PHILIP KINGSLEY ELASTICIZER

It turns out that elasticzer was originally created over 40 years ago for Audrey Hepburn to keep her hair looking healthy so if it’s good enough for Audrey, it’s good enough for us! The Philip Kingsley elasticizer is enriched with castor oil and olive oil, which is high in Vitamin E and fatty acids. Generalyl,  elasticizer delivers a rush of moisture to the hair’s cuticle, helping to lock in and retain moisture. Suppleness, elasticity and bounce appear instantly without weighing down or coating the hair. Dreamy

Buy for £33 from Philip Kingsley