Skincare Secrets For A Valentine’s Day Glow

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, now’s the time to show your skin some love and get it glowing for the big day. Whether you have a hot date, a Palentine’s get-together or simply celebrating yourself (as everyone should!), radiant skin is the perfect accessory for any occasion.

Getting All Dolled Up? Don’t Forgo The Prep

Before you even think about reaching for that lippy, we need to talk prep. It’s a non-negotiable. Think of it as the true foundation of your makeup masterpiece (Michelangelo didn’t paint the Sistine Chapel on a dirty ceiling, did he?). Prepping your skin is the key to a flawless finish, helping your makeup glide on and stay put. You need to start with a clean, clear complexion. Well-hydrated and ready to wow. 

Sound like a lot of effort? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Just follow our easy routine, with products already picked out, obvs. And hey, even if you’re skipping the makeup altogether, glowing skin is ALWAYS in.

Step 1: Cleanse

Wearing the day’s makeup or even barefaced, cleansing is so important. Think of it as a fresh start for your skin. This crucial step washes away all those impurities - dirt, grime, stubborn makeup (we’re looking at you, mascara). Our Collagen Boost Crème Cleanser is a must. It’s packed with fine-line minimising, hydrating Rosehip Oil, we’re obsessed and you should be too, plus natural fruit acids that gently cleanse without stripping your skin of its precious moisture. Plus, those AHAs will give you a radiant glow - even if you’re running on three hours sleep and strong coffee.¹

Step 1: Exfoliate

Next up: achieving that flawless canvas. Evenly texture skin is the secret to makeup that lasts. Enter our hydration+ Pink Clay Exfoliator, your weekly skin-perfecting booster. This antioxidant-rich formula is formulated with hydrating hyaluronic, skin-loving rosehip oil, natural pink clay to draw out impurities and rosehip granules to buff away those dead skin cells. Oh, and did we mention it also doubles as a face mask? Because who doesn’t love a multi-tasker? (You’re welcome.)

Step 3: Tone

Time to tone things down - see what we did there! A skincare superhero, toning gives you a smoother texture, softer skin and a radiant glow. A good toner, like our hydration+ Toning Mist, preps your skin for the next steps in your routine, helping those serums and moisturisers sink in properly. Plus, it can be the perfect pick-me-up during your makeup application. A few spritzes will keep your skin hydrated and give you that dewy, fresh-faced look.

Step 4: Serums

Now for the heavy hitters: serums. These concentrated formulas are packed with powerful ingredients that dive deep to tackle your specific skin concerns. Need a radiance boost? Our Advanced Brightening Vitamin C Concentrated Serum is your go-to. It’s a brightening and exfoliating treatment with vitamin C (the smartest way to turn up your skin’s wattage) and AHAs which work their magic to reduce dark spots, pigmentation and free radicals. Or if hydration is what you crave, our Intense Hydration Hyaluronic Acid Concentrated Serum is a must-have. It’s loaded with FIVE molecular weights of hyaluronic acid for multi-depth hydration. Plump, supple skin? You got it.

Need both hydration and radiance, you can layer these up. Our serums are designed to work together without any adverse effects. Start with the lighter one (Intense Hydration) and follow with the creamier Vitamin C.

Step 5: Eyes

Eyes on the prize, people. This skin around your eyes is super delicate and prone to creasing (not a good look for your Valentine’s close-up). A good eye cream will keep things supple, moisturised and bright. Our Collagen Boost Eye Crème, with rosehip oil and our secret Eye’Fective recipe, works wonders on fine lines, droopy eyelids and dark circles.

Or, if you prefer a lightweight concoction, our Vitamin C Brightening Eye Gel is packed with fruity goodness - mango, papaya and pineapple - to brighten and smooth.

Step 6: Moisturise

Last but not least, lock in all that goodness with a moisturiser. Our hydration+ Glow Daily Defence Moisturiser is a total overachiever. It's a 2-in-1 moisturiser and primer that hydrates, protects, and illuminates. Think of it as the ultimate finishing touch for your pre-makeup routine. Rosehip oil nourishes, hyaluronic acid hydrates, and optical spheres give you that lit-from-within glow. Hello, radiant!

Don’t Snooze On The Nighttime Rituals Either

Ok, the night is over (sad we know!), now it’s time for the grand finale: your post-Valentine’s skincare routine. Because even if you’re tempted to crash face-first into your pillow, your skin deserves a little TLC. 

Step 1: Remove Makeup

First things first, remove every trace of makeup. We know it’s the last thing you feel like doing, but unless you’re planning a 6am drag performance (in which case, carry on) then sleeping in makeup is unacceptable.

Our hydration+ Micellar Makeup Remover makes things simple. It wipes away every trace of makeup and grime in one swipe, leaving your skin hydrated and soothed thanks to hyaluronic acid and rosehip oil.

Step 2: Prep For Sleep

Next, prep that precious skin for beauty sleep. Our Collagen Boost Night Créme is like a fairy godmother for your face. Plant peptides boost collagen production and repair your skin while you snooze. Rosehip oil provides intense moisture, so you wake up looking fresh and youthful.

Sweet dreams!

¹ Don’t worry, your secret’s safe with us.