March marks the beginning of autumn, a season notorious for leaving us with dry, cracked and tight skin. Whether on your face or your body, the colder months wreck havoc on your skin. In preparation for the upcoming autumn and winter months, here are five must-have skincare products that will hydrate and protect your skin from all the uglies of the colder seasons.
The completely organic and natural Native Child brand is paving the way towards a clean lifestyle. Its skincare products are designed with the sensitive, allergen-aware consumer in mind. Their Black African Soap with Activated Charcoal is a must-have for autumn and winter. Those with acne-prone skin, blackheads, dark spots or dry skin will benefit from the detoxification provided by the charcoal. Pores are left clean whilst the skin is given nutrients to repair and hydrate itself. Furthermore, this soap can be used on the whole body, making your life easier and more convenient.
Price: R76.90
Where to buy: Native Child
Ingram’s has come out with a Moisture Plus range at just the right time. Incorporating Triple Glycerine, this skin doctor ensures the body is nourished and moisturised for 48 hours. The recipe promotes the skin’s natural health and offers relief from dry and irritated skin. Furthermore, Ingram’s Moisture Plus is non-greasy and fast-absorbing, meaning you can apply it once and forget it is even there. It is dermatologically tested too, so it is perfect for sensitive skin and eczema flare-ups. Furthermore, it comes in Original, Shea Butter & Vitamin E, Aloe Vera & Vitamin E or Coconut Oil & Vitamin E. There is also a special one for men, as dry skin knows no limits.
Price: R59.99
For a daily moisturiser, we can highly recommend BiomeRenew’s Postbiotic Daily Moisturiser. This cream is designed to hydrate and protect the skin simultaneously. The presence of postbiotics in its water-based recipe supports a healthy skin microbiome so as to treat acne, dark spots or blemishes. It balances the presence of good bacteria, viruses and fungi, reducing the chance of harmful pathogens entering the body. Furthermore, the moisturiser is softening and calming for the skin, controls excess oils and it is perfect to use morning and evening.
Price: R249
Where to buy: BiomeRenew
Say goodbye to cracked knuckles and flaky hands this autumn with Skin Functional’s Restorative Hand Cream. With the key ingredient of 1% Ceramide, this cream ensures hands are kept hydrated and protected against external factors. Furthermore, Jojoba Oil heals and moisturises while Vitamin E and Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate protects against anti-oxidants. Skin Functional acknowledges that hands are one of the first areas of the body to show signs of premature ageing due to them being exposed to environmental aggressors and the harmful rays of the sun. Ultimately, it is important to look after the skin on your hands that so easily becomes cracked and tight, especially in colder months.
Price: R150
Where to buy: Skin Functional
With their new 4% Ceramide NP + 4% Centella Asiatica water serum, Fundamentals is there to restore dry, dull and ageing skin. This deeply hydrating and restorative recipe is perfect for the dryness that comes with autumn and winter. The water-based serum will replenish depleted ceramide levels to support and reinforce the skin’s natural moisture barrier. It will also increase skin hydration by locking in moisture for long-lasting softness and smoothness. Furthermore, by reducing inflammation and promoting barrier repair, it reduces the risk of dehydration and external aggressors.
Price: R160
Where to buy: Fundamentals Skincare
These affordable skincare items are perfect for those who want to prepare their skin for the cool, dry autumn and winter months, known for causing dryer, cracked, tight skin. Having skincare products that are designed to combat just that is now more important than ever.
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