The Seven Best Skincare Tips to Try Today

Whether you’re fairly new to using beauty products or you’re pretty clued up already, we’ve got some handy tricks and hacks that’ll have you thinking these are the skincare tips I wish I knew earlier.

Along with using a solid skincare routine (and knowing how to use the products properly), these are the glow-boosting secrets you’ve been searching for.

So, let’s get into our seven must-know skincare tips to help you take your regime to the next level. Some of them might even surprise you!

 

1. Keep your makeup brushes clean

Cleansing our skin twice a day is one of the best pieces of skincare advice out there to help keep your face free from dirt, pollution and more that can lead to irritation and breakouts. But all that great work can quite literally go down the drain if you don’t give your accessories a clean regularly.

That’s because makeup, bacteria and more can cling to each bristle or sponge. Over time, this builds up and transfers onto your skin, causing potential irritation.

We like to set a little bit of time each week to give them a thorough clean. Just swirl them in some hot, soapy water, rinse and then leave them to air dry.

If you use muslin cloths when you cleanse, remember to pop these in with your laundry as well to keep them nice and fresh.

You can learn more about the best cleansers to use with them here.

2. Choose quality over quantity

Less is more, right? At Simple® skincare, our philosophy is all about creating products that contain everything your skin needs and nothing it doesn’t.

Quality skincare has been specially formulated so that the amount you apply is enough. So, if the pack says to smooth on a pea-sized amount, then that’s all you need. After all, it’d be a waste if all that lovely night cream ended up on your pillowcase instead.

Accidentally scooped out too much cream? One of our top skincare tips is to use any excess you might have on areas that need a little extra care – think your hands, neck and collarbones.

The same goes with the number of products you own. It’s fun to experiment with different formulas for sure, but once you find what works for you, try to stick to a ‘capsule’ collection of products. Your skin, purse (and bathroom that’s rapidly running out of room) will all thank you for it. 

 

3. Understand the ingredients

An underrated skincare tip is to learn all about ingredients and discover which ones will give you the best benefits.

Different skin types have unique needs, so when you know your Ceramide Boosters from your Niacinamide, you’ll know which formulas will work best for your skin.  

By using skincare products specifically created for sensitive skin like ours, you can enjoy amazing ingredients knowing they’ve been formulated to be ultra-gentle and dermatologically tested. Plus, all Simple® skincare is free from perfume, colour and harsh chemicals – so those are some things you’ll be happy not to find on the packaging.

When you’re thinking about your daytime routine, a key ingredient to include to maintain healthy skin is SPF.

A moisturiser blended with broad spectrum sunscreen protects your skin from UV rays, which can lead to irritation and damage. Over time, exposure can even lead to premature fine lines and wrinkles. Not to mention that it makes skin look instantly radiant, which is another reason why it’s one of the key skincare tips for glowing skin.

Two moisturisers with added sun protection we’re obsessed with right now are our Protect N Glow™ Triple Protect Moisturiser SPF 30 and Kind to Skin™ Protecting Light Moisturiser.

4. Ditch what’s not working

Is that scrub you got recently leaving your skin sore? Or is your cleanser you’ve been trying to use up leaving your dry skin feeling stripped?

Your skincare routine should make you and your skin feel great, so don’t struggle on with products that don’t work for you.

Remember if you’re experiencing irritation, it’s likely a sign that your skin barrier has been compromised. One of our best skincare treatment tips if you think that’s something you’re experiencing is to focus on restoring your barrier with a gentle, replenishing regime.

When you’re searching for replacement products to restore your skin’s natural balance, opt for gentle formulas like our Smoothing Gel Cleanser.

This amazing cleanser from our NEW Active Skin Barrier Care collection gently exfoliates as it purifies and replenishes. That means you can still help prevent clogged pores without being overly harsh on your skin.

A moisturiser enriched with Ceramide Boosters meanwhile helps reach deeply within the skin, supporting its natural repair processes. Like our Soothing Water Cream, which is blended with 15% Skin Conditioners and Aloe. 

 

5. Make the most of multi-tasking products

Our skincare products can do a really good job of keeping our skin cleansed, refreshed and nourished. But some of them can also be used as handy beauty hacks.

Think things like using a tiny bit of our Micellar Water on a cotton bud to clean up a winged liner that’s gone a bit wobbly. Or try putting your toner in the fridge before using it to wake up tired skin in a flash.

Easy skincare tips like these can take your products from being good to serious multi-tasking marvels, in seconds.

Read up even more on how to get the most out of your skincare products here.

6. Give your tech a tidy

You know how we mentioned earlier that your makeup brushes could be impacting your skin? Well, then just imagine how much bacteria and dirt collects on your tech...

If you’re forever scrolling through your feed or always typing away on your laptop, you might notice that you experience more breakouts than you used to - especially if you have an oily skin type as it is.

That could well be because you’re touching your devices and then your face throughout the day (OK, more like hundreds of times a day, let’s be real).

Make sure you give them a wipe down regularly to avoid grime building up and wash your hands as often as you can. Oh, and of course, using a great cleanser twice a day will help keep the blemishes at bay as well.

7. Prep your skin properly before makeup

If you want your makeup to look better and last longer then prepping with skincare is the way to go.

Creating a clean, nourished base gives you the perfect canvas to apply your makeup onto for all skin tones. After using your favourite cleanser and toner, replenish skin with our 3% Hyaluronic Acid Booster Serum and then apply our Repairing Rich Cream

Doing a quick refresh on the go? Keep our Water Boost™ Hydrating Booster in your bag for an instant moisture boost – it’ll quench thirsty skin in seconds.

Don’t forget, your evening routine is important if you’re applying makeup the following morning. Go for intensely hydrating night creams, eye creams and sheet masks to help you wake up with super dewy natural skin.

A quick morning skincare routine and you’ll be primed and ready for a little daytime glam.

Looking for more skin care advice?

So, there you have it, you now know the seven top daily skincare tips we use all the time. Let us know if you try any of them (or all of them) over on our social channels.  We can’t wait to hear if they’ve worked for you.

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