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As the warm weather Down Under takes its final bow for the remainder of the year, so, too, does my once glowy skin.
Fortunately, intrigued by their holisitic approach to skincare, I finally tried beloved beauty brand, Alpha-H, and can confidently confirm — their products are divine.
So, in my winter skincare routine this year? First, a creamy cleanser before bed and when I wake, that will also prepare my skin for all the hydrating, nourishing ingredients I intend to heap on it.
Or, if you fancy overall makeup coverage, this hydrating balm-to-oil cleanser which will melt away makeup, SPF, dirt and pollution and dirt with ease.
Then, after my skin is squeaky clean, four to five drops of this glycolic acid and retinoid serum, formulated to reduce the appearance of fine lines, to even skin tone, stimulate collagen production; basically, all the things.
Annnd lastly, in the morning, after cleansing, this vitamin C and hyaluronic acid, to not only improve pigmentation, tone and texture, but also inject that glow that the cold air likes to rob us of in winter.
If there are ingredients or acids you have already identified are best for your skin (and I've not waxed lyrical about them above), but you still want to try this fantastic brand, may I suggest a build-it-yourself, five-piece kit?
Me, after giving my face the love and care she deserves:
