I’m back on Great Day Green Country this morning to share my tips, tricks and products to cure the inevitable dry skin we find this time of year. I turned on my heater for the first time last night, so I know keeping up with dry skin just got far more important.
A couple of months ago, I was so thrilled to learn that one of my best friends had gone to business school with a true beauty entrepreneur. Julie emailed me to let me know about Nyakio, a skin care line inspired by Nyakio’s own Kenyan grandparents. A first generation American of Kenyan descent, Nyakio combines the best natural African ingredients with modern, result-driven formulas. Designed for women of all ages, skin types and backgrounds, the Hydrating Face Oil is the keystone of the line.
I’ve really jumped on the face oil bandwagon. First, nyakio Hydrating Face Oil with Kola Nut provides the super-charged hydration that my dry skin needs. But it also works well with oilier skin types. Because this oil is light and non-greasy, it will keep all complexions hydrated and radiant. One friends who’s been using the oil reports “I was shocked at the results. People actually commented on how well rested I looked which was obviously false with a newborn.” (thanks, Tina! xoxo). There is a slight medicinal smell but it disipates quickly. The oil also absorbs on contact. I love the luminous finish it gives my skin and it works beautifully under makeup. Additionally, it is free of sulfates and parabens.
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“Simple, gentle and effective.” If any claim makes me sit up and listen, it’s those three magic words. While I am a huge fan of active ingredients and medical grade skin care, this summer I’ve been focused on nourishing and calming my skin. That’s why Mario Badescu has been such a huge part of my routine over the past couple of months.
Peptides have long been known to help fight the good fight against wrinkles and fine lines. This targeted duo also used botanicals to achieve a more toned complexion. Not to mention, the formula contains my beloved hydrating Hyaluronic Acid.
The Mario Badescu Peptide Renewal Cream is rich and nourishing but doesn’t leave my skin greasy. The Mario Badescu Peptide Renewal Serum is hydrating enough for me on its own. And it has similar properties to a face oil. Personally, I slightly prefer the serum as it contains soothing chamomile and yarrow helping the redness in my complexion. The serum also has green tea to protect against free radicals.
If you are aiming to skip retinol this summer or just want anti-aging for more sensitive skin, don’t miss these new treats from Mario Badescu. The Peptide Renewal Serum is definitely in my permanent rotation as a soothing, nourishing tool against fine lines.
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Bliss Blood Orange+White Pepper Body Butter Maximum Moisture Cream has long been a favorites, particularly for the bright and cheerful scent (blood orange and spicy white pepper top notes with nuances of coriander and white musk). The rich formula absorbs quickly and leaves skin nourished.
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Just when I was thinking Kate Somerville couldn’t possibly get any more amazing, she comes out with another dream product. Everything in her product line speaks to some need while still being so well thought out. This time, her Dilo Oil checks the box of being 100% natural and is designed for simply healthier looking skin. Who wouldn’t want that?
Natural oils work to improve hydration and strengthen moisture barrier. I’ve found that I get a glow even though it is so quickly absorbed. Over time, it also can improve find lines and wrinkles and even skin tone. It came in particularly handy on my long plane flights last week. I might have slightly gone over the recommended 1-2 drops but my skin still soaked it up with out looking greasy.
Thanks to a nasty summer cold, I can’t really smell. But as I remember it last week, Dilo oil has a slight but pleasant natural fragrance – almost tropical. And if that hasn’t sold you yet… check out this video by Kate telling her story about discovering this treasured Dilo nut!
You can find Dilo Oil Restorative Treatment at KateSomerville.com.
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I remember trolling the aisles of Sephora over a decade ago, swooning over this Greek brand that had such rich and wonderful smelling lotions. The love affair continues – today it isn’t only the body butters I am hooked on. But their skin care has become renowned and does so well with my dry and sensitive skin.
The latest and greatest out from KORRES is a sleeping facial – part mask, part moisturizer. They already well-known for their Wild Rose + Vitamin C Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial, so I knew this alternative version would be just as great of a hit. Greek Yoghurt Advanced Nourishing Sleeping Facial has a weightless texture, but feels rich and luxurious. The whipped consistency melts into skin while smelling fresh and soothing.
Using yoghurt as part of a skin care routine isn’t a new idea. As a natural source of vitamins and minerals, yoghurt can nourish stressed, dry skin. After my afternoons in the sun, the cooling cream kills every bit of redness and zaps skin with moisture the sun and heat have stripped. There is a reason I am already half way through my jar. I keep reaching for it. In fact, I am a little sad it is being left at home for my trip this week. Reuniting will feel so good!
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