Wellbeing Journal
ALL ABOUT CALENDULA
Calendula Officinalis is the star ingredient in Jurlique’s groundbreaking sensitive skin range, Calendula Redness Rescue.Also known as the Marigold, Calendula is a member of the daisy family, Asteracae. An annual plant that reaches one metre in height, Calendula grows well in the Australian spring and summer and is particularly suited to growing in the climate of the Adelaide Hills.Thought to have originated in southern Europe, the Calendula likes a sunny location and tolerates most soils. A favourite among gardeners, the Calendula’s distinctive flowers, ranging in colour from pastel yellow to deep orange (thanks to high levels of antioxidants, including carotenoids) are a common sight in flower gardens around the globe.AN IMPRESSIVE HISTORYCalendula has made itself extremely useful for thousands of years. It has been used to dye fabric and even hair; it has worked its way into cooking (and looks especially pretty when its petals are sprinkled on summer salads); it has even starred as an ingredient in love potions.According to Jurlique Ultimate Beauty Expert Rebecca Nicholls “Calendula is known to help soothe and calm most major skin sensitivities,” she explains.WE GROW SUPERIOR CALENDULAThe harvest of this bloom begins around the last week in December and continues over the next three months. Our Calendula crop consists of thousands of plants.Our biodynamic* growing method allows a more potent plant extract and offers greater efficacy as compared to most commercial versions offered by other raw material suppliers.**CALENDULA SOOTHES SENSITIVE SKIN“The key activity of Calendula extract is found in the flavonoids, a plant-based antioxidant that protects the body against environmental aggressors” says Rebecca. “Calendula extract is also rich in oleanolic acid which helps with skin soothing and calming.”Potent Calendula extract has been deployed in our range of products formulated for sensitive skin, comprising a serum, moisturiser and mist.Shop the story: Discover our Calendula Redness Rescue Range*Certified biodynamic by the National Association for Sustainable Agriculture, Australia. Jurlique’s products and farm are not certified by or affiliated with Demeter® USA or Demeter International.**Based on testing conducted by a third party laboratory commissioned by Jurlique.
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ALL ABOUT SENSITIVE SKIN
More than half the populations of the US, Australia, Japan and China suffer from symptoms associated with skin sensitivity. Despite being so common, sensitive skin is notoriously hard to manage.WHAT MAKE SKIN SENSITIVE?According to Jurlique Utlimate Beauty Expert, Rebecca Nicholls, sensitive skin is inflammation caused by a hyper-reaction to an external source. Any part of the body can be affected by sensitivity but the face is the usual problem area.You might also suffer from sensitive skin if you have inherited a thin stratum corneum barrier, or it has been compromised – this makes you more sensitive to factors that normal skin is protected from or does not react to.Skin that is ‘sensitised’ – a temporary state of sensitivity caused by external factors – can also hyper-react to irritants, resulting in inflammation. Skin can become sensitised when external influences damage the skin’s barrier, or after chronic exposure to damaging conditions which wear down the skin’s natural protection. The good thing about sensitised skin is that if you remove the irritant and give the skin the right care, the skin’s protective barrier can be restored.WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SENSITIVE SKIN? Blotchy, pink/red skin patches Itchy skin Broken veins on the nose and cheeks In direct heat or sunlight, your skin may feel tight, turn red or sting Dry, flaky, tight or sore skin WHY IS MY SKIN SENSITIVE?There are many factors which cause sensitive skin symptoms. Here are some of the most common: Heredity; sensitive skin can be genetic, especially if family members have eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis. Certain cosmetics or skin care products can irritate sensitive skin. Harsh household products or chemicals. Environmental factors like cold, heat, frequent and significant changes between temperatures, pollution, dryness in the air, indoor heating or air conditioning. Lifestyle issues such as stress. Poor diet. A lack of essential nutrients and can damage and dehydrate the skin, making it more sensitive. Hormonal imbalances; skin often becomes more sensitive during pregnancy, times of stress and as you get older WHAT’S THE BEST WAY TO TREAT SENSITIVE SKIN?“Sensitive skin is often a self-diagnosed condition and sometimes it’s hard for people to really understand what environmental triggers upset or irritate their skin,” says Rebecca. “Many people with sensitive skin don’t take the time to try and rebalance their skin’s own natural protective barrier, they only focus on the visible redness and not the cause. The stronger your skin’s own defence mechanism is the fewer problems your skin will have in the future.”It’s important to look for a simple, proven ritual that can help to restore your skin’s own protective barrier as well as calm and soothe sensitive skin, she says.Look for product formulations that are free from nasties, as sensitive skin can flare up at the slightest provocation. That’s why you’ll never find harsh chemicals in the Jurlique range, just natural ingredients that calm, restore and soothe skin.The Calendula Redness Rescue range has been formulated to be free of many of the ingredients that are known to be triggers for sensitive skins. “Keep things simple and your skin will love you for it,” Rebecca adds.
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STOP. SMELL THE ROSES.
We’ve always known our signature botanical, the Rose, is more than a sweet, natural scent. Hotwired directly to memory and emotion, fragrance can have a powerful, immediate impact on our sense of wellbeing – and Roses are a powerful joy-trigger. Need more excuses to upgrade your day with a hit of Rose-tinted bliss? We’ve got four of them…Sweeten dreamsPut your favourite Rose scent on double duty before bed. The ability of stress-defusing Rose essences to lull a busy mind to sleep is no secret, but a German study has also showed that subjects exposed to a Rose fragrance during REM had more positive dreams than those who smelled a control or unpleasant scent. Experts think that having positive dreams as we recharge could be a key to maintaining positive moods while we’re awake.Learn fasterDeploying a shot of intense scent while learning a task, then smelling that scent again while we sleep, can help memories set faster. New things are filed in one part of the brain short-term, then etched into the cortex for permanently during sleep. Reactivating the brain with smell, a major trigger for memory, overnight can make the process more efficient. Mist to boost your night cream – and your memory.Boost mood, relax sensesDeep breath, in and slowly out…The scent of Rose uplifts your mood and calms jumpy nerves. Inhalation of a Rose fragrance can help soothe the senses when we’re under pressure of time, a deadline or emotional stress. Spritz yourself happy.Feel good fastInhaling the scent of natural Rose oil and essence can have an instant effect on the mind and senses. We’ve upped the ante with ourRosewater Balancing Mist Intense Deluxe Edition, this year’s limited-release update of our iconic Rosewater Balancing Mist. Powered by natural Rose fragrance this intense mist gives your senses a deep, rosy bliss. In an express mist. Stash one on the top shelf, in your bedside drawer, on the desk, in a bag for on the go… You don’t need to slow down to smell these Roses – but you might want to. References * https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn14773-sweet-smells-lead-to-sweet-dreams/ [Ref: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12499579}
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THREE REASONS YOU NEED A HAND MASSAGE
A little indulgence has never been more necessary. A DIY massage can supercharge skin care. Do it at your desk or while getting into the sleep-zone before bed – one luxurious, multi-tasking hand cream and a few minutes is all it takes. RELAX YOUR SENSESMindful moments of self-care can give your busy mind a break, refocus attention, and calm jumpy nerves. Tap into the soothing power of scent with the new Fragrant Rose Hand Cream Limited Edition, fragranced with the pure, concentrated extract of Rosa gallica, the Alchemist’s Rose.This sweet and natural Rose scent uplifts the mind and senses. Break it out at the desk when you need a dose of calm or spend a few quiet moments massaging the day away before bed. SOFTEN AND RESTORE SKINMassaging in a hand moisturizer cream with soothing, fluid strokes allows rich hydrating and ingredients to sink into the skin and keeps hands looking youthful. RELEASE TENSIONEven small, repetitive actions like typing at a keyboard can strain muscles in hands. Focusing your massage method on key zones not only feels fantastic in the moment, it can stretch out cramps, release tension and make it easier to push through the next few hours. CHOOSE YOUR TECHNIQUE. YOU DO HAVE TIME… THE THREE-STEP BLISS EXPRESS Squeeze a dose of lush NEW Fragrant Rose Hand Cream Limited Edition into your palm and warm it between your hands. 1. Use your thumb to stroke deeply upwards between each tendon on the back of one hand, from the knuckles to the wrist.2. Now palm up, stroke your thumb firmly up the palm of one hand from the base of your fingers to the wrist then out to the side in a fanning motion. Repeat several times. Then make deep circular thumb pressure all over the palm.3. Using your thumb and index fingers gently massage along each finger. Work right up to the fingertips and massage around the nail and nail bed. - Repeat all movements on opposite hand. THE LUXURIOUS HAND & NAIL TREATMENT Try this once a week to improve the tone, clarity and softness of hands. Cleanse hands with Softening Shower Gel Rose to soften and purify skin. Polish and smooth skin with Exfoliating Hand Treatment, a gentle, two-in-one scrub and mask that sloughs rough, dull surface skin, preparing it for moisture. Treat your cuticles and condition nails with two drops of Nail and Cuticle Treatment Oil, massaged into nails and the nail bed. Leave to absorb throughout the rest of the massage. Massage hands with a generous amount of NEW Fragrant Rose Hand Cream Limited Edition. Blend the cream up and down the outer and inner arm. Repeat four times, being sure to moisturise elbows. Sweep your thumb from the centre of the back of one hand out toward the outside of the hands in a fanning motion. The skin should be gently stretched. Repeat four times. Rotate each finger then gently ‘pull’ toward your fingertip, moving down the sides of the finger. Trace light feathering movements of your fingertips down forearm, ending at the fingertips. Repeat all steps on the other arm. Cup soft, nourished hands over your face and breathe deeply to let the intense Rose scent revive your senses.
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WHEN DID YOU FIRST TRULY SEE YOUR MUM?
There comes a moment when we recognise not only how our mothers transform our lives but how she has lived her own. We see her as a woman, a mentor, a confidant – an everyday icon. It doesn’t always hit like a lightning bolt. Sometimes it’s a slow appreciation that dawns as we enter adulthood. Other times, it’s in the awestruck affinity we feel for our own mothers when we become parents ourselves. When we truly begin to see our mothers as women who lived entire lives before us, and who created a world around us, we understand what it really means to be iconic. And that there’s more to say than thank you on Mother’s Day. One day really isn’t enough. We honour resilience We bow down to the plate-spinning juggles and the struggles – because we can see now that when she made our childhoods feel like magic, she worked hard to make it so. Even when it seemed effortless – in fact, especially then. We admire her power to lead and inspire The trails our mothers blazed to light our way are often invisible when we’re kids. Was yours doing double shifts? Was she chipping at the glass ceiling or the role model and CEO of the home? We know she deserved to be paid double. As grown women, we see how far there is to go because we understand how far our mothers and mentors have come. That’s real inspo. We celebrate her compassion How do we say a simple thanks for her endless capacity to nourish and nurture us? For the unrelenting strength in her tenderness? She’s imperfect and so are we and yet she loves us anyway. There’s no love like it. Mum, we get it. We see you. And on Mother’s Day we give more than gratitude. To celebrate all she is and all she does, Jurlique has boxed up absolute bestsellers in beautiful gift sets – for every kind of everyday icon.
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The Benefits Of Using A Face Mask
Chances are you already have a step-by-step skin care ritual but even when we’re doing all the right things, sometimes our skin needs (or deserves) a little boost. That’s when you turn to a face mask – or, what we like to call, ‘power products.’ Face masks offer a focused moment of care that helps replenish and revitalise the skin when it needs extra nourishment. Here’s why it’s worth adding a weekly mask to your skin care routine. They target complex complexion concerns Face masks are so much more than an excuse to sit down and relax for 10 minutes.They deliver concentrated botanicals to the skin and support your complexion with targeted care. Choose the mask that aligns with how your skin feels that day. Explore our full range of masks and exfoliators. Dry and dehydrated skin Look for creamy, replenishing masks that help restore moisture and soften the skin’s surface. Hydrating cream textures work well here, similar in feel to a gentle hydrating mask that nurtures softness and leaves the complexion more supple. You may like the feel of our Hydrating Mask. Sensitive skin Choose masks with calming botanicals and minimal fragrance. Soothing ingredients and moisture-rich textures help support comfort when skin feels delicate. A hydrating, comforting mask style can be especially suitable. Dull, tired skin Reach for masks that help refresh the complexion and support a more radiant look through added hydration. Gel-cream masks or formulas that promote luminosity can help revive the appearance of tired skin. Oily or congested skin Opt for masks that help rebalance without stripping. Lightweight, non-drying formulas help maintain comfort while addressing areas that feel unbalanced. Hydration-focused masks can also be useful when oilier skin still needs replenishment. Ageing skin Look for richer masks with firming botanical extracts that help soften the appearance of lines and support a smoother, revitalised look. A treatment mask with naturally derived firming ingredients, such as those used in the Nutri-Define Cream Mask, can offer a more lifted and rejuvenated feel. They have visible results As a focused form of skin care, face masks offer a concentrated boost to your ritual. They absorb effectively, helping restore softness and support visible radiance. Use face masks to complement your skin care ritual, especially when your skin feels like it needs an additional layer of nourishment. They’re a relaxing ritual Stress not only affects our mental health but can influence how our skin feels. Taking a quiet moment while your mask works can bring a sense of calm to both skin and mind. They boost the effectiveness of other skin care products After masking, your toner, serum and moisturiser will absorb better. Masking leaves the skin feeling soft, supple and ready to receive the next steps in your ritual. Follow with a favourite serum or treatment, then finish with a moisturiser. Complete your skincare routine by adding in a weekly face mask. You can explore our Nutri-Define Cream Mask and Hydrating Mask to find the treatment that aligns with your skin’s needs. If you would like personalised guidance, reach out to our team: contact us FAQs What are the benefits of using a face mask? Face masks provide a focused moment of care that helps refresh the complexion, support hydration and refine the way the skin looks and feels. They complement your daily ritual by offering an extra boost when your skin needs it. Is it good to put a face mask on daily? Most masks are intended for use two to three times a week. Daily application is only suitable if the product directions specify that it can be used that often. How long to leave on a face mask? Follow the directions on your chosen formula. Most masks are applied for around 10 to 15 minutes, or until the texture begins to absorb. Do you moisturize after a face mask? Yes. Applying moisturiser after masking helps maintain comfort and ensures the skin feels soft and replenished. Can face masks reduce wrinkles? Masks can help soften the appearance of lines by hydrating and smoothing the skin’s surface. They work best as a supportive step alongside targeted treatments in your ritual. How do you use face masks? Apply to freshly cleansed skin, leave on for the recommended time, then rinse or gently remove depending on the formula. Follow with essence, serum and moisturiser. What do face masks do? They help revive the complexion, support hydration and enhance the overall effectiveness of your skincare ritual, offering a moment of care that leaves the skin looking refreshed and revitalised.
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HOW TO ACHIEVE ‘NO-MAKEUP’ MAKEUP LOOK
As the old saying goes, less is more. While we love playing around with the latest makeup trends, we’re all about an effortless everyday look - a natural makeup look that highlights your best features and gives skin a healthy glow.This is commonly known as the ‘no-makeup’ makeup look, and works best when you’ve got a great skincare routine to begin with. Think dewy, hydrated, expensive looking skin, complemented with cream blushes, no powders, natural fluffy brows, curled lashes with a light flash of mascara, and a bee stung lip.To help you master the no-makeup look and build an easy, foolproof beauty routine, we’ve teamed up with Sydney Makeup Artist’s Nicola Johnson - an expert in ‘barely there’ makeup - to come up with our best tips on achieving ‘no-makeup’ makeup.STEP 1: CLEANSE YOUR SKIN FOR A SMOOTH BASEFor that effortless ‘I woke up like this’, no-makeup look, you need a smooth, healthy base to work with - so start with skincare products that will cleanse, hydrate and brighten.“Clean hydrated skin is the first step to creating the ‘no-makeup’ makeup look,” says Nicola. “I love Cleansing Oils for this purpose. Take the opportunity to really massage the skin with the oil - this will stimulate the circulation and deliver oxygen rich blood to the skin cells leaving the skin looking plump & alive”.After cleansing, try an essence such as the Jurlique Purely White Skin Brightening Essence – packed with powerful botanicals, this lotion is great for reducing the appearance of skin discolouration.Nicola’s go-to Cleaning Oil: Nourishing Cleansing Oil STEP 2: PRIME YOUR SKIN FOR A FLAWLESS LOOKNext, smooth, soften and tone your skin to create the perfect canvas for your ‘no-makeup’ makeup. “Facial mists are wonderful on the skin,” says Nicola. “They’re perfect for prepping & hydrating ready for makeup, they deliver and extra layer of hydration & can also be used after the makeup to refresh.For extra radiance and a reduction in appearance of fine lines, a serum like the Herbal Recovery Signature Serum, followed by a lightweight moisturiser like the Moisture Replenishing Day Cream,will help you achieve a flawless looking finish.Next, use a primer to smooth your skin’s surface and ensure your makeup lasts longer. Choose a dewy primer for that fresh, natural look and wait a few minutes for your moisturiser to absorb before applying (for the best results, warm the primer between your fingertips first).Nicola’s go-to facial mist: Jurlique Lavender Hydrating Mist STEP 3: CHOOSE LIGHTWEIGHT MAKEUP COVERAGE FOR DEWY SKINNow your skin is ready for makeup, a super light hand is needed for this ‘off duty model’ look. Opt for tinted moisturisers, BB and CC creams over heavy foundations – you want your natural skin to show through. You can always mix a drop of your everyday foundation with your day cream to create your own tinted moisturiser.Freckles, beauty spots, and imperfections are to be celebrated. Apply with your fingertips and then soften any edges with a damp beauty blender or sponge. This look is all about dewy, hydrated skin, or ‘expensive skin’ as Nicola calls it.“I love to mix a drop of my favourite Jurlique facial oil with the moisturiser to give the skin some extra glow,” she says. “Spend a minute massaging this into your skin and neck for the deepest level of hydration - foundation always sits better if the skin has had some extra love first.”Nicola’s go-to facial oils: Jurlique Herbal Recovery Antioxidant Face Oil & Jurlique Moisture Replenishing Day Cream STEP 4: GROOM YOUR BROWSFrom the early 2000s pencil-thin brow to Cara Delevingne’s era-defining oversized look, we’ve seen our fair share of eyebrow trends over the decades. For a natural, timeless look, keep your brows groomed, see a professional a few times a year, and avoid overplucking.“Brush up your brows - the fluffier the better.” says Nicola. “I love to set with brow gels. If you feel like your brows need some extra definition or are super fair then try a tinted brow gel – this is much softer approach than a brow pencil, and much quicker too!”When it comes to your eyes, skip the eyeliner and keep it simple. Curl lashes and apply a whisper of mascara. For blondes, Nicola recommends opting for a dark brown over black mascara for a more natural feel. Apply a small amount of highlighter to the inner corners of your eyes to brighten them up. STEP 5: WARM UP YOUR COMPLEXIONAs an extra boost, a small amount of blush, eyeshadow or bronzer will do wonders. “Cream blush and cream eye shadows are essential as they melt into the skin, leaving no traceable edges,” says Nicola. “Once again, fingertips make excellent tools as the heat for your hands helps soften the product over the skin.”For ‘just bitten’ lips, Nicola recommends using a tinted lip balm or your favourite lipstick by lightly pressing the colour on with your finger for a sheer wash of colour - the Jurlique Lip Care Balm is great for healthy-looking lips.For the finishing touches, set your makeup with a hydrating mist. Go for cult classic the Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist to give your skin the ultimate glow, and pop a bottle in your bag to freshen up throughout the day. NATURAL PRODUCTS FOR NATURAL BEAUTYIn short, ‘no-makeup’ makeup is all about enhancing what you already have, using a carefully-selected range of products that will lead to a flawless looking complexion (after all, we all need a little help now and then). Give your skin a glowing head-start by adding hydrating products to your routine. Shop our range of essences, serums and moisturisers for the best natural skincare products to achieve flawless looking skin.
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YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO THE JURLIQUE SKIN CARE RITUAL
At Jurlique, we pride ourselves on our six-step skin care ritual. While it may seem excessive – especially compared to the traditional three-step cleanse, tone and moisturise routines – each step is beneficial for the skin. And for us, it’s not just a ‘routine’, we call it a ritual for a reason. It’s our form of self-care, a time to slow down, focus on ourselves and our wellbeing and look after our entire selves: mind, body and soul. Discover our guide to the Jurlique skin care ritual below.CLEANSELike every good skin care routine, cleansing is the first step of the Jurlique ritual. Cleanse twice daily and embrace the double-cleanse in the evenings for a deeper clean (the first cleanse removes dirt, debris and makeup, while the second cleanse unclogs the pores). Choose a natural-based face cleanser like our Nourishing Cleansing Oil or discover all our cleansers here. MISTWe do things differently at Jurlique. We don’t have a traditional ‘toner’ but we have Mists instead (our Rosewater Balancing Mist is kind of a big deal). Packed with natural botanical extracts, our Mists provide instant hydration, helping skin to feel soothed and balanced. After cleansing, close your eyes and spritz your mist around your face. Gently press into your skin to help the ingredients absorb. ACTIVATING WATER ESSENCEActivating Water Essence hydrates and preps the skin to help it absorb the rest of your skin care products. It also contains emollients and high-performing botanical extracts to attract and hold water for a smoother, softer and healthier-looking complexion. To apply, pour a couple of drops into your palms and press gently onto the face, neck and décolletage. Want to know more? Discover 5 reasons to use Activating Water Essence. SERUMFace serums are lightweight (but potent) formulas designed to provide your skin with extra hydration as well as target specific skin care concerns (read our guide to choosing a serum that addresses what you need best). With serums, a little goes a long way - gently press 1-2 pumps of the formula over your face, neck and décolletage and leave to sink in before you move on to the next step. EYE CAREThe skin around the eyes is delicate and prone to dryness. It’s also one of the first areas to show signs of ageing, so a nourishing eye cream or gel is important (for those first signs of ageing, Herbal Recovery Signature Eye Cream is our best eye cream for wrinkles and dark circles). Eye creams are formulated for different skin care concerns, so choose one that suits your needs most and gently press and smooth the cream around your eye contour area using your ring fingers. MOISTURISERRich and creamy, moisturisers seal in hydration, improve the skin’s protective barrier, and lock in the benefits of the products you’ve used before it. Like other skin care products, moisturisers target different skin care concerns and can be used at different times. A richer formula is great for your nighttime ritual, while lightweight moisturisers tend to work well for day and in hotter climates. The final step of all good skin care rituals is a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher. Sun has damaging effects on the skin so it’s essential to use it every day, even in winter or when it’s overcast. At Jurlique, we’re yet to find a sunscreen formula that we’re happy with so while we wait, choose your favourite to end your skin care ritual with.
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5 WAYS TO SWITCH YOUR SERUM INTO POWER MODE
When it comes to high-performing skincare, a serum is your MVP. A concentrated blend of active ingredients designed to create change on your skin, adding a serum into your skincare routine is a really effective way to reach a multitude of skin goals. Here are five ways to get the most out of your serum: 1. BUT FIRST, CLEANSEWe shouldn’t have to say it but we will: don’t even think about applying your serum to your skin unless it’s freshly cleansed. Give the concentrated actives in your serum the best possible chance to deep dive into the layers of the skin, without first having to wade through any debris (in this case: sweat, sunscreen, makeup). 2. WAY TO GLOWFor a guaranteed glow, first apply a hydrating mask for 10-15 minutes. Wipe or tissue off then apply a few drops of your favourite serum for renewed radiance. 3. ACTIVATE YOUR BEST SKINA skincare boost from the South Australian Hills: Activating Water Essence preps skin to absorb and enhance the full benefit of serums and moisturisers. It's made from softening marshmallow root extract from our Jurlique Farm in South Australia. 4. BAN THE BRUSHAvoid the trend of applying serums with a makeup or facial brush; you’ll lose precious product soaked up into the brush hairs. Instead, use your fingertips to lightly massage your serum directly into the skin. Apply any excess to your neck and backs of your hands. 5. THE PERFECT FINISHTo really amplify the effects of your serum, apply to the skin and leave for a few minutes (while you brush your teeth or get dressed for the day). Then add a moisturiser over the top to seal in the serum and protect and hydrate the skin. Try the power couple that is Moisture Plus Rare Rose Serum and Moisture Plus Rare Rose Lotionn. Together, they’ve been clinically proven to visibly plump and smooth skin and renew radiance in just 7 days*. Read more about ourMoisture Plus Rare Rose range.*Based on a consumer study of 50 participants using Moisture Plus Rare Rose Serum and Lotion after 1 week
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