CosBeauty Magazine #103

BEAUTY
IS IT IMPORTANT THAT YOUR DAY
CREAM CONTAINS SPF?
Broad-spectrum sunblock 50+ is essential for use
every day. If your day skincare contains one then it
is an extra bonus. A separate sunscreen should be
applied over the top of your moisturiser and serum.
WHAT ULTRACEUTICALS PRODUCTS
DO YOU SUGGEST FOR USE DURING
THE DAY?
It will vary from person to person, but generally
a cleanser is the first step. Ultraceuticals has six
to choose from, offering benefits for each skin
type and concern. Next, an eye cream should be
applied, followed by a corrector such as a Vitamin C
product. Vitamin C products have a double duty as
they also support your sunscreen and make it more
effective. Follow this with a moisturiser / day cream–
for oily skin, opt for a moisturising lotion over a
cream. The final steps are to apply a skin protector,
such as Ultraceuticals Protective Antioxidant
Complex, and broad-spectrum sunscreen such as
Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 50.
SHOULD YOU CHANGE YOUR
DAY CREAM ACCORDING TO THE
SEASONS?
Most skins change with varying weather conditions
so it is important to adjust your skincare according
to the changing needs of your skin. Generally, in the
cooler weather you need to step up the hydration
levels of your moisturiser, perhaps a product that
contains more lipids to support the lipid bio-layer
of your skin. You may also need a moisture booster
during this time to help ensure you retain optimum
skin moisture. Ultraceuticals B2 Hydrating Mask is a
favourite hydration booster.
WE
LOVE
Guerlain Abeille Royale Honey
Treatment Day Cream, $255
AT WHAT AGE IS IT TIME TO START
USING A DAY CREAM?
This may vary but generally when one becomes a
teenager is a good time to regularly use a good
day cream. Of course, even tiny tots should use
sunscreen as part of daily skincare. CBM
Cinch Pump + Glow 5 in 1
Daily Moisturiser, $39.95
Murad Essential-C
Firming Radiance
Day Cream, $115