There’s something about a New Year that makes us want to make significant changes to our lives and create new habits, and although this year is off to a rocky start for many, this year we believe you should go easy on yourself! Focus that new year energy into things that make you feel good. So why not start right away, get serious about skincare and twelve months from now you might be rewarded with the best skin you’ve had in a long time.
Here our top IMAGE Skincare picks for your New Year Skin Resolutions:
Skincare Resolution No.1: I will cleanse morning and night!
Iluma Intense Brightening Cleanser RRP: €37/£32**
Although it’s tedious at times, removing makeup at night is a necessary step after a long day. The skin needs to be cleaned and nourished properly before applying your night-time skincare products to allow absorption overnight. Going to bed with oxidized makeup from the day is harmful to your pores and complexion.
We recommend the Iluma Intense Brightening Cleanser, a daily sulphate free gel to milk cleanser designed to gently and effectively remove surface impurities while brightening skin complexion and tone. This oil-based cleanser contains plant derived stem cells as well as botanical lightening agents to help fade dark spots and discolorations.
Skin Resolution #2: Introduce Plant Stem Cells into your routine.
Max Stem Cell Crème RRP: €119.50/ £103*
Just like animal stem cells, plant stem cells have the ability to help stimulate regrowth after injury. In skincare products, plant stem cell extracts have shown the ability to help minimize the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Plant stem cell extracts are a great new frontier in skin care because they have shown promising results, but of course do not carry the same stigma as animal stem cells.
The Max Stem Cell Crème is a great product to add to your routine. It contains plant stem cells extracts derived from alpine botanicals that mimic the plant’s survival abilities in harsh climates. These stem cell extracts help to encourage moisture retention in the skin, helping to
delay the visible manifestation of wrinkles and fine lines. The antioxidants in this cream also help to reduce signs of aging for a smoother, more youthful-looking complexion.
Skin Resolution #3: Target those areas of concern.
ORMEDIC Balancing Antioxidant Serum RRP €74.50/ £64*
Serums do the heavy lifting when it comes to correcting specific skin concerns since they contain the highest concentration of active ingredients that target anti-aging or acne, hyperpigmentation, sensitivity or dryness issues. They also usually contain potent antioxidants to fight free radical damage, one of the most important ways to slow down the manifestation of aging.
Why not try our ORMEDIC Balancing Antioxidant Serum, an essential everyday serum that soothes the skin and strengthens its defences against damage. Kakadu plum and beet root extract are multi-benefit antioxidants that give skin a healthy glow. Nutrient-rich organic grape water and hyaluronic acid restore balance and hydration to dehydrated skin.
Built with the ORMEDIC PROMISE: contains select certified organic ingredients, avoids unnecessary ingredients and supports a stronger skin-barrier with a balanced skin-neutral pH.
Skin Resolution #4: Elevate your skincare routine by adding retinol.
Ageless Total Resurfacing Masque RRP €93/£80**
Get the power of a mini-peel at your fingertips! This micro-exfoliating masque maximizes exfoliation while minimizing the appearance of dark spots. It rejuvenates skin’s surface with a blend of alpha hydroxy acids and smooth micro-crystals that gently slough away dead skin cells. Mix with any IMAGE Skincare cleanser to boost its exfoliating properties, or use on rough skin on the body such as elbows and knees.
This product is not advised during pregnancy, and as with all retinols we recommend talking to your local salon or skincare expert before adding this to your routine.
*20% off the Max Steam Cell Crème and the Ormedic Balancing Antioxident Serum in January with all IMAGE Stockists.
**20% off the Ageless Total Resurfacing Masque and the Iluma Intense Brightening Cleanser in February with all IMAGE Stockist.
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