For soime reason there is a directive coming from somewhere not to exercise?
As it is a heatwave I’m not exercising anyway.
As I have time to do other activities and time to reflect on lifestyle living; I’m back to wondering how I never find balance in my life.
I either exercise till I’m exhausted then sit lounging around with Lavendar Spa music and spa day films or don’t exercise eat less and get back to my home spa treatments.
One day I wish I could achieve the perfect balance between exercise and spa treatments.
With this new none exercise directive I’ve decided to try out spa treatments for weight management and toning.
This spa treatment is for problamatic summertime skin.
My skin is greasy and uncomfortable on my nose area but dry around my ears.
The rest of my face isn’t too bad thanks to my Lancome, Weleda and Bioderma facial routines.
Basic facial
I used Bioderma for my face wash with my face brush.
I just use this on my face; I like to keep my face and feet tools seperate.
Was going to get another one for my feet.
It just seems more hygenic.
I’ve switched to this face wash for summer as it is addressing my oily pore areas better but not drying out the rest of my face.
(If you have normal skin your lucky and this must sound awful.)
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Lancome
Rose Sugar Gentle Exfoliating Face Scrub
Product details
LancÔme Rose Sugar Gentle Exfoliating Face Scrub
The new LancÔme exfoliating Rose Sugar Scrub has been specifically designed to remove dead skin cells using dissolving sugar grains to provide gentle exfoliation. Its formula is enriched with acacia honey and rose water to leave your skin smooth, comfortable and supple.
BENEFITS:
• Removes dead skin cells.
• Skin feels smooth, comfortable and supple.
• Gives skin even-looking texture
• Suitable for sensitive skin.
HOW TO USE:
1. Remove makeup and impurities with a face cleanser
2. Apply a small amount of sugar scrub on clean, wet skin.
3. Massage gently in circular motion for 1 minute: this slightly warming mask is enriched with sugar grains that dissolve and provide a gentle exfoliation.
4. Rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Use 2 to 3 times a week. Rinse off formula. Avoid eye and lip contours. In case of contact with eyes, rinse the immediately and thoroughly. Do not swallow.
Lancôme Rose Sugar Gentle Exfoliating Face Scrub
Witch hazel peel off face mask
Product details This Peel Off Face Mask contains antibacterial Tea Tree Oil and skin calming Witch Hazel to help keep your skin clear and healthy by: – Grabbing dirt and lifting it out of your pores. – Helping to remove blackheads. – Helping to tighten pores and prevent future breakouts. Dermatologically tested 100% vegan Not tested on animals This tube contains a minimum of 55% PCR (post-consumer recycled content) Recycle tube with cap on How to use Apply a 1mm layer evenly over your face avoiding the eye area. Leave to dry for 10-15 minutes. When completely dry, peel off from your face. Rinse with warm water to remove any remains. This product will not dry if you use it in the bath.
This is one of my go to products but the link isn’t working.
Put a link below to Witch Hazel products at Boots if you want a browse and shop
My skin has gone really oily of late so worth trying some of the other products in th range.
Boots Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Blemish StickÂ
Product details
Formulated with anti-bacterial Tea Tree Oil and skin calming Witch Hazel to help clear spots and blemishes instantly, whilst keeping your skin looking clear and healthy.
Suitable for all skin types
Dermatologically tested
100% vegan
Not tested on animals
Recycle carton
How to use
Dab onto affected area as often as required, avoiding delicate eye area. Suitable for all skin types but especially for oily/combination skin.
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Redness Solution
Clinique
Product details
Clinique Redness Solutions Daily Relief Cream
A gentle face cream improves the look of redness.
Appropriate for skin with rosacea. Safe for sensitive skin. Allergy tested. 100% fragrance free.
Concern
Redness, irritation
Benefits
Hydrates, helps calm the look of skin and comfort
Skin Types
All skin types
Details
Redness Solutions Daily Relief Cream is an gentle face moisturiser.
Soothes the look of redness and blotchiness and comforts.
Appropriate for skin with rosacea.
Formula Facts
- Appropriate for skin with rosacea
- Allergy tested
- Fragrance free
Free Of
- Fragrance
- Drying alcohol
How to use
- Use twice a day, morning and night, after Redness Solutions Soothing Cleanser.
- Apply our redness relief moisturiser over makeup-free skin, avoiding eye area.
- Tip: Wear sunscreen—redness-prone skin may be more sensitive to sun exposure.
- Try Redness Solutions Daily Protective Base SPF 15.
If you suffer from red skin, (that was my skin condition patchy red and white skin,) this is the best product I have ever found.
I’m halfway through this jar and used tons of it so great value.
I’ve gone red a few times through summer also post and during weekend drinks; I flush up red sometimes. Sitting by an open fire in winter can create flushed cheeks too. I am healthy red now, but I still like to calm it down with this.
You just apply it to the red or flushed area and it works fairly fast every time.
Facials can also flush the skin red sometimes so great for calming the skin back down, especially if you have to go out after the facial and don’t want to glow red.
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Moisture
Clarins facial oil
I massaged this in with my face brush massage head.
Blue Orchid Face Treatment Oil
Product details
Clarins Blue Orchid Face Treatment Oil is a targeted treatment for dehydrated skin that tones, revitalises and restores radiance to moisture-depleted skin. Made from 100% plant extracts, the nourishing oil contains rosewood, patchouli essential oil and blue orchid extract as well as hazelnut oil to prevent moisture loss. The oil is instantly absorbed leaving once dull, dehydrated skin feeling supple, nourished and balanced.
Clarins Aroma range embodies the synergy of skincare and wellbeing. With over 70 years of expertise in aromatherapy, Clarins uses the intelligence of plants and philosophy of a spa create products that feel good and pamper the body, mind and soul.
Suitable for
All Skin Types
How to use
In the evening, after thorough cleansing, apply a small amount of Blue Orchid Oil on skin still damp from Toning Lotion. Avoid the eye contour area.
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vitamin e oil
I used to use this in a homemade facial, but just use it on its own now.
Description
What Is It:
A nourishing Vitamin E Pure Oil Complex that deeply moisturises and nourishes dry, ageing and uneven skin. Contains bioactive, organic ingredients such as sunflower seed oil and is formulated for use as a moisturiser on stretch marks, scars and dry skin. Please Note: Due to an update in packaging, the image shown may differ to the packaging received. We apologise for any inconvenience caused
Key Benefits:
- Deeply moisturises and nourishes skin to improve the appearance of stretch marks, scars and dry areas.
- Contains bioactive, organic sunflower seed oil together with a balancing blend of botanically inspired oils.
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans and intended for face and body use, including mature and uneven skin.
- Includes rose, rosehip and jojoba oils to support intensive hydration and contribute to a more even skin tone over time.
How To Use:
Apply to rough, dry skin, uneven skin, surface scars, lines, wrinkles and stretch marks. Store in a cool, dry place
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Eye Mask
Champneys
These have got bad reviews but I love them?
I can’t use sheet masks anymore as they are either too small or too big like fashion.
The eye masks are all I can use still.
Product details
Champneys Energising Hydro Gel Eye Patches 5 x 3g
At Champneys wellness is a way of life.
As the UK’s original health spa, we’ve inspired generations to rest, refresh and re-energise since 1925. Pioneering holistic wellbeing, with spa inspired ingredients to provide nourishment for the mind, body and soul.
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Formulated with essential oils.
Citrus & Vitamin C
Suitable for
Vegan Friendly
Spa Approved
Not Tested on Animals
30%* PCR
POST CONSUMER
RECYCLED
*This jar and cap contains a minimum of 30% post-consumer recycled content.
How to use
Open sachet and slide the eye gel masks from the tray. Peel off the thin film and gently position a mask under each eye, then dispose of the thick film.
Remove the masks after 15-20 minutes and tap gently under each eye with your fingertips until any remaining product is absorbed.
Use 2-3 times a week.
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Conclusion
These products work if you have similar summertime skin problems.
Jogging makes it sweat more.
You need to exercise and do facials as well really.
Probably better to get it out and clear your skin.
You can use a facial steamer to open your pores, I can’t use steamers due to my skin problem; a lot of beauticians aren’t nurses so they steam skin conditions and make them worse; that happened to me.
I had to have medical treatments by nurses before covid.
Have to sort of muddle on by myself at the moment.
Luckily I’ve had a lot of help from the internet, just need to address my flaky, sore dry ear problem now.
Hope this is of help, happy to share my discoveries.
Saphire
(I have to do facials but the plus side to them is they do work and help you stay young)
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