GET your skin looking smooth and sexy this Valentine’s Day.
Patricia Mathew and Annie Stead of Empangeni-based 5 Ways Beauty Clinic share some simple tips to ensure a radiant skin this summer.
Tips
• Do monthly facials which cleanse, tone, exfoliate and remove blackheads. It also helps in moisturising the skin and relaxing the cells.
• Peels are great for the skin, as it penetrates deep, removing dead cells and promoting glowing skin.
• Start using a good anti-aging serum at 30 to prevent premature aging and most importantly, never sleep with makeup. It blocks the pores causing blackheads and congestion in the skin.
What’s on the inside counts
• Leafy green veggies contain high amounts of anti-oxidants which helps skin fight free radicals caused by smoking and environmental damage such as sun exposure, heaters and air conditioners.
• Foods with high levels of Vitamin C are fabulous in maintaining healthy, resilient skin as it helps prevent wrinkles and age spots.
• A minimum of eight glasses of water a day helps rid the body of toxins and brightens the pupils of your eyes.
Homemade skin masks
Annie swears by an egg white mask. Lightly whisk egg whites until firm, apply across face, allow to dry and rinse off with warm water. It helps oily skin and refines large pores.
Patricia is a firm believer in an avocado mask. Mash ripe avocado into a paste and apply as all masks. Leave on for 20 minutes which is the standard duration for skin masks. This mask is ideal for dehydrated and dry skin.
As an exfoliator, the beauticians recommend an oats and honey mixture. The oats work to remove dead skin cells and the honey moisturises the skin.
Makeup tips
• Before applying foundation, use a primer to keep your makeup in place for longer.
• Use a moisture seal spritz which adds a great finishing touch to your look.
• For a good tinted moisturiser, mix together your day cream and foundation before application, which leaves the skin feeling lighter.
