Facial Serums

Facial serums are formulated to provide delicate facial skin with targeted nutrition to meet specific skincare needs. They are concentrated, omitting the extra ingredients often found in lotions and creams. Serums can both nourish and hydrate the skin, and provide the highest concentration of active ingredients, much more than most other facial care products. They are fast-absorbing and designed to address specific issues you may be experiencing with your skin. Think of facial serums like vitamins. You select your vitamins to address specific health needs, and you should apply this process to choosing facial serums, too, to address specific skin needs.

Should you add a facial serum to my regimen? Short answer, Yes. While moisturizers hydrate the skin, serums nourish from deep within and and work to target specific skin ailments. Many people are hesitant because they are scared of oils. However, if you are choosing the right serum for your skin type, the oil will be okay- yes even if you are prone to oily skin. Using a serum can actually help regulate your natural sebum production, helping your skin to not overproduce oil.

To use a serum and maximize it's benefits, cleanse the skin well for 2 minutes. Using a toner after cleansing will help the serum spread more evenly and work into the skin quickly. Apply a few drops of serum and massage all over face, neck and chest. Finish your routine with a plant based moisturizer to lock in the active ingredients. Remember you can layer up different serums to tackle various issues too!

Avapure offers three serums.

The original Facial Serum which contains antioxidant rich raspberry and blackberry seed oil, this one is best for normal to dry skin types.

The Beautifying Serum contains Amazonian Lily extract which is nourishing, giving the skin a smooth and supple appearance. Its rich composition provides deep conditioning and moisture while also having a detoxifying effect on the skin. This one is perfect for all skin types.

The Balance Serum is perfect for normal to oil skin types. This serum is formulated with oils that help regulation the skin’s natural sebum production.

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Simple Steps to a Spa Like Facial at Home

Over the next few weeks, I will be discussing how to easily and effectively give yourself an at-home facial. This series will include basic steps for an effective home facial, tips and tricks for getting the most out of your facial, and a self-care challenge to conclude our series, committing to regular at home facials.

 The at-home facial is wonderful for a variety of reasons. It is fabulous for maintaining your skin in between those recommended professional facials every few months. Additionally, at-home facials can deeply cleanse and exfoliate the skin, while adding some skin loving nutrients your skin will drink up. Lastly, there is something so relaxing about an at-home facial. It is a mood lifter and a confidence booster too. So, everyone pull those clay masks out of your cabinet and follow these easy steps.

1.     Remove your make-up. Start with gently removing your eye make-up. I love to use Avapure’s Eye Make-up Remover and a Norwex face cloth (the face cloth alone is too rough around my delicate eye area). According to Sarah from Skincare by Sarah, the best way to wash your face is without water! Apply cleanser to dry skin. Massage into your skin for about 1 minute, or until the cleanser is nearly soaked in.  After the cleanser is absorbed well into the skin, add water and continue massaging for an additional minute. This allows the cleanser to go deeper into the pores, loosening up any make-up and environmental build up.

2.     Exfoliate! I love exfoliating. It is like a relaxing massage for your face. I love Avapure’s Honey and Herbs Scrub or the Ylang Ylang and Lime Facial Scrub. Both are gentle, non-toxic and have the added benefits of herbs and essential oils. In a pinch, some at home items will work well enough. Try making a paste out of baking soda. This is surprisingly effective, even on sensitive skin. Another option is organic rolled oats blended up into a fine grain. Whichever product you choose, apply it in circular motions avoiding the delicate skin around the yes.  Good exfoliation is the base to exposing new, healthy skin for your next few steps.

3.     The mask comes next! This is the most relaxing part of the facial. Mix up your favorite Avapure mask and apply the cool treatment to your skin, avoiding the delicate skin around the eyes. Sit back and meditate in the calm. Take this 15 minutes to focus on your skin and de-stress. If you choose, apply Avapure’s Cooling Eye Gel around and under the eye area. This cucumber gel is the perfect compliment to your mini spa session.

4.     Toner is the most underrated part of the facial. After so much cleansing and exfoliating from the past four steps, your skin is raw and exposed. What goes on your skin next is crucial: this layer should be soothing and chock-full of vitamins and antioxidants to restore your skin back to its normal pH.  Avapure’s toners are all in a range for healthy skin (4.5-5.5)

5.     The rest is up to you!  Personally, I prefer going all out during my at home spa session. I will apply an oil facial serum such as Avapure’s Balancing Serum followed by the Priming Balm or Repair Collagen Serum. Both contain Hyaluronic acid, which penetrates deep inter the dermins, hydrating and boosting elasticity of the skin.

6.     Lastly, apply your traditional cream based moisturizer such as Avapure’s Power C Facial Cream, containing Camu Camu extract which is incredibly high in Vitamin C and promotes a bright, healthy glow.

 These simple steps will create a luxurious at-home facial that will trick your supple radiant skin into thinking you spent the entire day at the spa!