At Urban Elegance, I pride myself on offering top-quality facial therapy services.  I am dedicated to providing deluxe facials to help you look and feel your best.

Understanding Your Skin Types

Normal Skin
  • A clear appearance and even colour.
  • Feels neither tight or greasy.
  • Is soft and supple when touched.
  • Has good elasticity and moisture.
  • Has small, less visible pores.
  • Not sensitive to normal external stimulation.

Skincare Routine

AM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Antioxidant serum 
  • Mosturiser with SPF and/or sunscreen 
  • Make up

PM

  • Double cleanse
  • Eye cream 
  • Moisturiser if needed

Dry Skin
  • A feeling of skin tightness.
  • Skin that feels and looks rough.
  • Itchiness (pruritus)
  • Slight to severe flaking skin, which causes the ashy look that can affect dry brown and black skin.
  • Slight to severe scaling or peeling.
  • Cracked "dry riverbed" look to leg.
  • Fine lines or cracks.

Skincare Routine 

AM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Hydrating antioxidant serum
  • Moisturiser
  • Sunscreen
  • Make up

PM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Moisturiser

Dry skin can benefit in the short-term from hydrating masks but exfoliation should be carried out with caution once or twice a month if tolerated. 

Oily Skin
  • Shine on the skin that feels oily to the touch.
  • Open or clogged pores, concentrated in the oilier areas of the face.
  • Whiteheads and blackheads.
  • Regular breakouts.
  • A tendency to get pimples on the chest and back.
  • Dull-looking skin.

Skin Care Routine 

AM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Antioxidant serum (if an ageing concern) 
  • Mosturiser
  • Make up

PM

  • Double cleanse 
  • Eye cream
  • Spot treatments, if needed (e.g. retinoid)
  • No need for night cream unless skin is dry or tight

Consider exfoliation once or twice per week.

Combination Skin
  • An oily T-zone (forehead, chin and nose) with shiny skin.
  • Enlarged pores in this area, or pores that look larger than normal, perhaps with some impurities.
  • Blackheads
  • Normal to dry cheeks.

Skincare Routine 

AM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Antioxidant serum
  • Moisturiser with SPF and/or sunscreen
  • Make up

PM

  • Double cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Mosturiser if needed 

Sensitive Skin
  • Naturally sensitive 
  • Environmentally sensitive
  • Reactive
  • Thin

Skincare Routine

AM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Hydrating serum if dryness is a problem
  • Moisturiser
  • Sunscreen 
  • Make up 

PM

  • Cleanse
  • Eye cream
  • Moisturiser if needed 

Avoid exfoliating products as these can aggravate sensitive skin.

Toners

The ingredients you prioritize in a toner depend on your skin type and the function you want it to serve, be it hydration, cleansing, exfoliation, or a combination of the three:

  • Hydration: Marisa Garshick, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor at Cornell University, recommends opting for hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and aloe vera.
  • Exfoliation: If you need exfoliation, Dr. Garshick says to look for hydroxy acids like lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acids.
  • Cleanliness: If you want to ensure skin cleanliness, look for gentle ingredients like rose water, green tea, or aloe vera, says Dr. Garshick.
  • Texture or acne: Exfoliants like glycolic or salicylic acid can help address texture or acne.
  • Dry or sensitive skin: If you have dry or sensitive skin and want to strengthen your barrier, reach for a toner with hydrators and calming ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, or glycerin.

Avoid using harsh alcohols, which can dry out your skin. If you have sensitive skin, it’s also best to avoid toners that contain fragrance.

Book Your Facial Therapy Appointment Today

Experience the rejuvenating benefits of my facial therapy services. Contact Urban Elegance on 07803089352 to schedule your appointment.

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