Night Time Routine - removing makeup and skin care...

Night Time Routine

Removing Makeup and Skin Care

I'm always getting questions from friends asking what I do of an evening to remove makeup and care for my skin. They expect an elaborate response; when in reality - I do as little as possible!

I am often too tired, or to put it simply, too lazy to do any huge regime, so I stick to the basics. Here are the top 6 beauty items I use to remove all evidence and keep my skin feeling fresh.

 Step 1: Dior Purifying Foaming Cleanser

This is a gentle foaming wash that lathers beautifully, removes every inch of makeup from your skin, including eye makeup! (as long as you keep your eyes shut and rinse off well!)

I wet my face, apply a small amount to my already wet hands, rub between my fingers and massage all over my face and neck, then rinse with water.

 Step 2: YSL Top Secrets Pro Remover 

As you can see, there's only a little bit left! It does last for a very long time. I use this on my eyes after the facial wash, as I want to ensure all traces of mascara have been removed so my eyes don't become irritated and I wake up with panda eyes (not sexy when the boyfriend stays over!).

It is a Bi-Phase formula (bi meaning two) and the two work together to remove even waterproof mascara, without leaving an oily shine and even conditions the eyes.

I shake it first to combine the two, splash a few drops on a cotton pad and massage onto my eyes, taking care not to tug or pull at the skin or lashes. Lovely!

Step 3: Clarins Body tonic

I also use this product in my morning routine. Skincare doesn't just mean your face. It's what you do to care for all of your skin. This tonic is for toning and firming your skin, and I use it in the aid of stretch marks. It can also be used to help battle the effects of cellulite and scar tissue.

I simply apply a generous amount to my hands and rub into my skin where needed (putting focus on stretch marks and scars from spots or drunken nights). It smells divine and leaves your skin feeling soothed and hydrated, not oily.

 Step 4: Estee Lauder advanced night repair eye cream
The advanced night repair range is an excellent one. My mum has used it for as long as I can remember. I generally don't use eye creams, but if I feel as though my eyes have undergone a lot of stress or I've used a particularly large amount of makeup that day, I will use this just to keep them looking good and hydrated so my makeup will look good the next day. It works over night to heal any damage (why it's called night REPAIR, duh!) and also works to reduce your skin creating dark circles.

I just apply this product with my ring finger and blend in gently.

 Step 5: Origins Drink Up Intensive

Although technically a mask, I use it as a super hydrating moisturiser. Yes, I do use it nightly, but only in the winter as my skin gets so dry from the harsh elements. I will switch to something lighter in the summer. The mask works overnight to soak into the skin and leaves it feeling incredibly hydrated and ready for the next day. I apply a small amount (a little goes a long way) to my fingertips and rub all over my face and neck.

Step 6: Vaseline original blue tin.

I rub a generous amount of this bad boy onto my lips and nose before going to sleep. It soothes dry lips and skin almost instantly and sinks in by the morning so there is no trace of it left behind (that's how you know its done a good job!). The last step, but a very important one!  No one wants to kiss gross, dry chapped lips now, do they?

My skin care changes overtime, but the best you'll keep buying. However, all of these are new products, as part of my new year beauty revamp. So far I have had excellent results. I will keep you updated with any changes.

How good is your night time routine?

Becky xo