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Skincare Splurge or Save? Andrea's Approved Guide to Skincare Investments!
Prioritizing skin health remains essential, and Andrea has long been a proponent of this principle. However, when faced with particular skincare issues like fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, or uneven texture, it becomes even more vital to utilize effective products containing high-quality active ingredients. Given the extensive variety of skincare products on the market, determining which ones justify a higher investment—especially during periods when financial prudence is necessary—can be quite daunting.
Andrea shares her top tips........
9 Minutes read
Posted on 21 Nov 2024
Andrea explains that Advanced and Cosmeceutical skincare products tend to be more costly due to their inclusion of higher quality or harder-to-source active ingredients. Furthermore, these products frequently utilize patented and proprietary technologies that require extensive time and significant financial investment to develop. However, she emphasizes that this does not imply that more affordable options lack effectiveness.
One thing Andrea always focuses on in her clinic skincare consultations is that budget is always important when selecting a skincare routine. Your budget should always guide you in your purchasing decisions. "If there is a high-priced item that you are particularly fond of, feel free to allocate funds for it within your budget. However, in most cases, numerous excellent and affordable alternatives may serve as effectively "says Andrea.
I will showcase products worth the extra expenditure to maximise the benefits of your skincare routine!
Save vs. Splurge
Serums
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A Serum holds the utmost importance in your skincare routine as it typically contains the highest concentration of active ingredients.
Among all the products you use, the serum exerts the most effort and often brings about a transformative effect on your skin.
If you can only allocate your budget for one high-quality product, it is advisable to invest in a good serum.
Serums are available for various purposes such as anti-ageing: like antioxidants, Peptides, Retinols, increasing hydration, reducing redness and pigmentation, and addressing other specific concerns.
Cleansers
Save & Splurge
My advice would be to spend on your treatment cleanser and save on your cleanser to remove makeup.
When choosing a cleanser, it is important to select a formula to suit your skin type.
I prefer using an exfoliating cleanser as these are multi-tasking powerhouses that cleanse and exfoliate skin at the same time.
Moisturisers
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The age-old advice of "cleanse, tone, and moisturise" has been ingrained in us, but in reality, an effective skincare routine involves more than just these three steps.
Additional steps such as using serums are the ones that truly make a difference.
If you do not incorporate serums into your routine, then investing in a multi-tasking moisturiser that offers more than just hydration would be a great addition.
Multi-tasking moisturisers
However, if you already have a good serum, a basic moisturiser will suffice for providing a little extra hydration most of the time.
Sunscreens
Save & Splurge
Finally the most important step, the only step you cannot avoid!
Wearing sunscreen every day – rain or shine – is one of the best ways to protect your skin and keep it healthy.
Solar exposure, also known as “photo-ageing” causes up to 80% of skin ageing.
You may have to try different SPFs to find the one that suits your skin type, concerns, and routine.
Other ways to save
Why not incorporate SPF into your daily moisturiser or your makeup by using a tinted sunscreen instead of your foundation?
Whichever skincare products you choose, always make sure they are professional grade.
Andrea
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