Step-by-Step Guide to Supercharged Hydration - From Cleanser to Occlusives

Hydrated skin is the cornerstone of a healthy, glowing complexion. While using a good, natural moisturizer is essential, understanding how to maximize its benefits through proper layering can make a significant difference. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to get the most hydration out of your moisturizer and layering products effectively.

Start with a Clean Slate

Begin your skincare routine with a double cleanse to effectively remove impurities, makeup, and excess oils, ensuring your skin is primed to absorb the hydrating ingredients in the subsequent products. Start with the Rosemary Cleanser, which gently dissolves makeup and surface impurities while preserving your skin's natural oils. Follow this with the Rosehip Cream Cleanser for a deeper cleanse that nourishes and hydrates your skin, leaving it clean, soft, and prepared for the next steps of your routine.

After the double cleanse, use the Coffee & Turmeric Soap enriched with glycerine to further purify and balance your skin. This soap helps to ensure thorough cleansing and prepares your skin to maximize the benefits of your hydrating serums and moisturizers. By incorporating this cleansing routine, your skin will be thoroughly cleansed, balanced, and optimally primed for absorption of subsequent skincare products, promoting a healthy and radiant complexion.

Apply a natural Mist

After cleansing, apply a hydrating toner to balance your skin's pH levels and add an initial layer of moisture. Opt for the Rose Mist, which is enriched with ingredients like glycerin and geranium essential oil. These ingredients are known for their ability to attract and retain moisture in the skin. The Rose Mist not only hydrates but also refreshes your skin, providing a soothing and revitalizing effect. 

Incorporate Serums for Deep Hydration

Serums are potent, concentrated treatments designed to address specific skin concerns. For optimal hydration, incorporate the Rosehip Serum with aloe vera, rosehipseed oil and vitamin C into your routine. This serum penetrates deeper into the skin for a more substantial hydration boost. 

Choose the right natural Moisturizer

Choose a moisturizer that suits your skin type and contains hydrating ingredients to achieve maximum hydration. Look for natural creams that incorporate:

• Natural Butters: Ingredients like shea butter provide deep hydration and nourishment, making them especially beneficial for dry skin.
• Essential Oils: Oils such as jojoba, rosehip, and argan oil not only moisturize but also offer additional benefits like antioxidant protection and skin barrier repair.
• Liquorice Extract: Known for its soothing and brightening properties, liquorice extract can help reduce redness and improve skin tone.
• Zinc Oxide: Often found in day creams, zinc oxide offers sun protection and helps soothe irritated skin while providing a barrier to prevent moisture loss.

Opt for a natural cream that combines these ingredients to maintain soft, supple, and deeply hydrated skin.

Seal in Moisture with Occlusives

To maximize the hydration benefits of your mist, serum, and moisturizer, consider incorporating occlusive products into your skincare routine such as the Eye Balm, Rosehip Balm, Liquorice Butter, Rosehip Tissue Oil, and Primer. These occlusives create a protective barrier on your skin's surface, effectively preventing moisture loss. 

• The Eye Balm targets the delicate eye area, providing intense hydration and reducing fine lines. Rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids, 
• Rosehip Balm nourishes and shields your skin, promoting its health and elasticity. 
• Rosehip Tissue Oil further enhances this with its ability to deeply moisturize and improve skin texture, while also aiding in reducing the appearance of scars and wrinkles. Additionally, 
• Liquorice Butter soothes and brightens your complexion while sealing in moisture, ensuring your skin remains hydrated and radiant throughout the day. 
• Primer helps to create a smooth base for makeup application while also providing additional hydration and prolonging the wear of your skincare products.

Layer Products in the Correct Order

To ensure optimal absorption and effectiveness, apply your skincare products in the following order of consistency: 

• start with cleansers to prepare your skin, 
• followed by mist to hydrate. 
• Next, apply serum to deliver active ingredients, 
• followed by occlusive products to seal in moisture. 
• Then, apply cream for additional hydration and nourishment. 
• Finish with primer to create a smooth base for makeup application, ensuring each product penetrates deeply without being hindered by heavier textures.

Hydrate from Within

Drinking plenty of water throughout the day is crucial for maintaining skin hydration from the inside out. A healthy diet rich in water-dense fruits and vegetables also contributes to overall skin health.

Use a Humidifier

Especially in dry climates or during winter, using a humidifier can add moisture to the air, helping to keep your skin hydrated.

Avoid Hot Water

When washing your face, opt for lukewarm water instead of hot water. Hot water can strip your skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness.

Regularly Exfoliate & Mask

Regular exfoliation and masking are essential for removing dead skin cells that can obstruct the absorption of hydrating products. Integrate exfoliants into your skincare routine a few times a week to maintain smooth skin and effectively enhance moisture absorption.

Consider using a regular exfoliant like Coffee & Charcoal Exfoliant, which gently buffs away dead cells while boosting circulation. This promotes a smoother complexion and prepares your skin to better absorb the hydrating benefits of serums and moisturizers. Additionally, incorporating a purifying mask such as the Rosehip Pink Clay Mask helps to refine pores and revitalize your skin, ensuring it remains fresh, smooth, and receptive to the nourishing properties of your skincare products. By consistently exfoliating and using masks, you can optimize your skincare routine and promote healthier, more radiant skin.