For far too long I’d been using cheap moisturisers…reassuring myself “it’s okay…my young skin can totally get away with it.” This was of course ignoring the fact I’m a smoker and have pretty much the worst sleeping habits in the world. A few months ago my skin was not in a happy place. I was breaking out, my skin felt greasy one moment, dry the next (way to make myself sound like a stone cold fox right?) but then my love affair with Origins started and everything got a whole lot better. Checks and Balance proved to be a real life saver to my daily routine, so when I ran out of cheap brand less moisturiser, I thought I’d give one of the Origins moisturisers a try. After a wee consultation and a quick evaluation of my bank balance I splurged on Origins Brighter By Nature Moisturiser. At £33 for 50ml I did wince a touch as I entered my pin, but now I can’t imagine not using it. I found the moisturiser to be very light and I don’t really need much in the morning. Like all Origins products it’s got a very light herbal smell – it’s one of those things that just smells like it’s good for you. It’s all cucumber and basil and just feels very fresh. The moisturiser is marketed as being a skin tone corrector – and it’s really helped balance out my skin, or maybe I’ve just found a good match. It feels nice and light while still quenching my skin. With an SPF factor of 35 this guy pretty much has all the bases covered. It’s become one of my favourite things – and while I’m still on my eternal search for the perfect skin care routine, this guy is a front runner for best moisturiser.
Any skin care favourites that I should know about ladies?
Scottish writer based in Glasgow