Well folks, we've hit the most drab time of year- and our skin tends to follow suit looking drab and dull right along side the weather outside. Dull, dry and lackluster are not words that anyone wants associated with their skin or face, but during these cold winter months it seems almost impossible to avoid the seasonal slump that plagues our complexions.
Today I am giving you my secret recipe for Dewey Skin even in the Dead of Winter, and you might be surprised at how easy it really is. You can catch the full scoop on Studio5 TV (video available here after 2pm MST) and get my 5 steps to glowing skin down below.
1- Take your kitchen Crock Pot and turn it into a luxury spa service by heating up a few moistened wash cloths (add a few drops of essential oils for added relaxation) for about 20 minutes on low heat. Next remove a towel and place it over the face and press gently to allow the steam to go to work unclogging pores and cleansing the skin for about 45 seconds until the towel has cooled. Repeat as necessary until makeup and dirt is all removed and skin is squeaky clean.
2- Deeply exfoliate with a peeling gel like my favorite Sonya Dakar Flash Facial. It removes the surface layer of skin cells in 60 seconds without irritating, stinging or burning- and you're left with a fresh radiant layer or skin that is already glowing! (I do this once a week, but up to 3 times per week is ok in the winter months. Be sure to watch the video to see this in action... it's kind of gross but so cool!)
3- Repair lost moisture with a cooling gel like the Garnier Moisture Rescue. It's lightweight and non greasy, but extremely hydrating and leaves the skin glowing and smooth.
4- Complete your dewey complexion with a light reflective serum like Revlon Skinlights. It comes in four different tones and is easy to apply as a last step in your makeup routine. Tap the product onto the tops of your cheekbones and around towards your temples for a subtle reflective glow.
5- Illuminate the dark circles under your eyes with the SmashBox Under Eye BB Cream. This step rehydrates fine lines and brightens all at once giving you a Summer time glow even when temperatures are plummeting outside.
Cheers to Dewey Skin, xo
