My Daily Skincare Routine: Oily Skin

In this post I thought I'd share with you the skincare products that I use on a daily basis, and ones which I recommend if you have oily skin like myself. These three fabulous product keep my skin clean, smooth and hydrated, whilst keeping my complexion shine-free.

I begin my skincare routine by washing my face with Clean and Clear Morning Energy Shine Control Daily Face Scrub, and this really refreshes and invigorates my skin in the morning. It contains tiny beads that burst on your skin, which help to remove surface oil, as well as gently exfoliating to keep your skin looking bright. This product smells absolutely gorgeous too - it has a zesty scent that really perks you up. 150ml is £3.99 from Boots.

When I come home from work I remove all my makeup before I head to the gym using Nivea Visage Pure & Natural Facial Cleansing Wipes, which are suitable for all skin types. Although these do contains bio argan and aloe vera oils, they don't leave my skin with a greasy film, unlike most other wipes I've tried. These wipes are great at multi-tasking, as they cleanse, tone and hydrate skin in one simple step, and even remove stubborn waterproof mascara with ease. I have really sensitive eyes and these produce a lovely cooling sensation, which I really like. A pack of 25 wipes is £2 from Superdrug.

 

I finish my skin care routine by applying Nivea Daily Essentials Oil Free Moisturising Day Cream. Despite this being a day cream, I actually use this in the evening as I feel that works best for my skin. In the winter I'll apply it in the morning as well for extra protection, but at any other time of the year one application a day is enough to combat dryness for me. It's really lightweight and doesn't clog my pores, and it also helps to balance out oil levels. This is another bargain at £2.99 for 50ml from Boots.

 

 

What are your skin care tips? Which products do you recommend for oily skin? Have you tried any of these products before?

 

 

 

 

Balance Me Super Moisturising Hand Cream

As someone who used to suffer from very dry hands after spending over a year working as an order picker in a warehouse, I've tried and tested my fair share of hand creams, and I have to say that this offering from Balance Me is up there amongst my favourites.

A pet hate of mine when it comes to any kind of cream is the greasy residue that the majority seem to leave behind. However, Balance Me Super Moisturising Hand Cream absorbs in an instant, without a hint of oiliness. You can just apply it and go, without having to worry about gripping things or leaving fingerprints on whatever you touch.

Made with 98.8% natural ingredients, it contains a blend of ancient skin conditioners (benzoin and yarrow), oils and butters that will fight dryness to keep your hands soft and in perfect condition.

The smell is absolutely divine too, with lavender and patchouli being two key fragrances in this cream. I love applying it just before I go to bed, as the calming sent helps me to relax and drift off into a deep sleep, with the added benefit of waking up with smooth hands.

Which hand creams to you love? Have you tried any other Balance Me products?