Hey guys! So a little while ago I asked you if you had any questions for me, and a few of you asked ones that related to skincare, something I completely understand because as I get older it’s something I’m so so much more aware of. During Australian Fashion Week a little while ago my friends over at Dermalogica came and spent a day with me as part of their #myfacemystory project, getting ready for Fashion Week and hanging out at home (my friend’s home where I couch surf now and again that is) in Sydney. We talked skincare, crafting, Instagram filters and lots more in between in the video below. BTS we also talked so much about a day in the life of my skin (I got lots of great tips) which I wanted to share with you below.
Watch the video below to see the day I spent the Dermalogica!
As part of the #myfacestory campaign, I also wanted to share with you a day in the life of my skin – the things I do every day to improve my skin.
Something I learnt from my father very early on is that what you put inside your body is just as important as what you put on your skin if you want a clear and hopefully glowing face. I’ve leant that for me skin care isn’t just something you think about when you’re washing your face or putting on make up, it’s all day and is bundled together with overall health. But don’t worry it’s not going to take over your life!
A Day In The Life (Of My Skin)
6.30am First off, I start the day with two big glasses of water (and try to do 2 litres throughout the day), something that’s pretty obvious when it comes to wanting great skin. People talk about lemon water but tbh I always feel like it’s the water part that’s important, maybe I’ll throw some lemon in if I have it but more often that not it’s just the water. I also throw in a few vitamins and supplements which contribute to general health but are also useful in encouraging glowing skin – Vitamin C, E and some Zinc and Magnesium. I’ve just started taking this fermented supplement in the mornings too, not that cheap but it seems to last a long time.
8am Exercise! As soon as I have a few days off my usual routine of circuit training in the morning, I find my skin starts to look pretty sallow and dull. Have you noticed this too? I think for me it’s something to do with having a good sweat and promoting circulation that improves my skin so I always try to tick that off first thing.
9.30am After exercising I’ll prep my skin for the day cleansing with this and also applying this moisturiser and this zinc based SPF. After many years of not paying much attention to SPF the first signs of pigmentation have sent me running to the sunscreen, and if I go up the peak in the morning I’ll throw some on before I leave the house. I also only wear make up when I have to – something that I feel helps to promote clear skin. Leaving the corporate environment allows me to be a bit more relaxed about make up and if I want some coverage I’ll keep it minimal unless I have a big event or meeting – I’ll wear a very light tinted moisturiser and some concealer under my eyes (argh dark circles!).
1pm Lunch anyone? When it comes to food, in the last few years I’ve come to focus a lot on gut health, something that I’ve noticed has a big impact on how my skin looks. I try to eat at least one big plate of leafy green vegetables every day and some good fats (fish or avocados) as well as something fermented like kimchi or yogurt. Keeping the sugar and processed foods to a minimum always works to reduce redness and give me a glow. Sounds intense and I guess it is in a way but it’s about whole health rather than any one part.
4pm I’ll usually pop on a face oil or a face spritz (like this one) if I’m feeling a bit tired from sitting in front of the computer or running around in the studio doing projects or shoots. If I’m out and about like at Fashion Week or sourcing, I’ll have some sort of moisturiser in my bag that I’ll apply, made easier if I’m not wearing too much make up (the spritz is easier if I have a full face on). And I always try to drink at during the afternoons when I get tired. Green tea gives me the pep up I need.
7pm Once the work day is over the biggest thing for me is avoiding the wine… If I can! It’s hard but over time I’ve tried to move away from during a glass of wine and instead have some sort of tea. A few days not drinking during the week seems to always helps reduce my dark circles (the bain of my existence!).
9pm Before I hit the hay I have a little routine I always (99% of the time regardless how many glasses of wine I’ve had… hopefully!) do. I cleanse with this gel cleanser, do a light exfoliation using this powder, and then apply tea tree oil or Golden seal ointment to any blemishes. I find this heals them overnight meaning my skin is more often than not nice and clear in the morning. Yay! I then try to hop into bed early because 8 hours always leaved my skin glowing. If I can.
Here’s to healthier skin every day. 🙂
Meet my new favourite shoes, I’ve been looking for a great pair of booties for a very very long time. These Manning Cartell ones are just the ticket (although broke the bank just a little bit…).
And this is the top I crafted in the video, you can see the full tutorial here. It’s such an easy staple, I wore it to the last day of fashion week.
Do you guys have any tips for what you do to maintain healthy skin? I’d love to hear.
This post is in collaboration with Dermalogica.
That’s a perfect Skincare routine. I’m a Beauty Blogger and I just did a 7 day guide to Skincare. I believe in using each day to care for your skin and yes, I agree on eating healthy for better skin. 🙂
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Great post and chic booties ! 🙂
Thanks so much for sharing, we’re totally on the same page xx
Love that top your worse to the last day of fashion week, gorgeous!!
Rxx
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Thanks so much! 🙂
Love this post and especially the video:-) More of this, Thank you;-)
Oh thanks so much, I adore video and have been trying to do more of it 🙂
I have never commented before, but I would like to let you know I enjoy reading your posts. I don’t travel due to ongoing back/ body injury/pain, so I have fun living vicariously through others’ experiences. My favorites are your own and international craft project shares and how-tos.
The reason I decided to write today is because I’m concerned that you are going to seriously regret wearing such high heels (and most heels!) later on in life. High heels take such a toll on your entire body, throwing your spine off, which will almost inevitably result in pain as you age. I know it’s hard to imagine now, and the lure of beautiful shoes is irresistible, but I wish you would reconsider and select flats or lower, chunkier heels in the future. Ask me how I know…
I’m so glad you like the content here Amy, so happy to inspire you vicariously. Can I let you in on a little secret? I wear heels only when I’m dressing up so most of the time only once or twice a week. I’ve really gotten into medium height heels recently, and boots that have a little bit more support. Thanks for the tips 🙂
You have such flawless skin! I love your skin routine as well, I definitely have been trying to drink as much water as well and watch what i eat. Also I definitely use daily moisturizer and spf especially in the summer =o)
Great video as well =o)
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Glad you like, hoping to get better with time too. x
I guess it does pay off to be mindful of your skin every moment of everyday, huh! Your skn looks gorgeous!
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I used to not care at all tbh but age makes you think about it all a bit more. x
Awesome post!
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Thanks so much Sofia!
I am always so interested in people’s skin care routines! Also I have been really good about drinking water lately but terrible about exercising! I need to get on that 🙂
xx Annie
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Hahaha I have found exercise pays off so much, even just something light. I have been sick for the last 2 weeks with the worst flu of my life and have really noticed how much not exercising has effected how I look and feel.
I used to take Zinc and I’m thinking (after reading this) that I probably should start taking it again. And the drinking water thing… Still getting the hang of that…
madison xx
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I’m not desperate or anything… Am I?! Ok I admit. A little. I’ll give you a free cookie if you do come on over though… (it might be imaginary) ???? ⭐️ ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???????? ⭐️ ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???????? ⭐️ ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???????? ⭐️ ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???????? ⭐️ ???? ????
Good luck Madison! x
Oh love this! I have always been curious about Dermalogica and now I must try them!
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Yah I love their products, the exfoliator is really good. x
Lovely post, thanks for sharing! BTW Beautiful shoes!
x
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Thanks Stephanie!
Haha, who knew wine can be such a skin-hater? 😉
Hahahaha so sad. Because I am Sri Lankan I get dark circles anyway, so when I drink, even one or two glasses, they get worse and worse. Learnt this the hard way! 🙂
Fab tips 🙂
Mel x
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can you tell us where you got your awesome jacket?
Hi Geneva, I loved reading this post, you gave me some ideas for my own skin care. I especially need to work on caring for my skin from the inside. I had no idea that red wine can contribute to dark circles! That is sad as I am a fan, too, haha 🙂
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What a regime I like your beauty regime and it does pay off with beautiful soft skin. I guess I can borrow a leave of this skin care
Great story Geneva. We also love Dermalogica.
I loved reading about your beauty routine! It motivates me to actually exercise and to really think about what i’m putting in my body and how that affects my skin. Lovely post!
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