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SKINCARE SECRETS FROMTHE EXPERTS Everwondered how beauty gurus and dermatologists take care of their skin?Aspen Weatherburn lets you in on their secrets,with skincareadvice from the best in the business 62 Heallh&rdness
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ost of us haveexperimented Drinklots of water (one-and-a-halfto two with differentskincare litresa day)and follow a regularskincare routine of salontreatmentsand home care routines,readmagazine advicein an attempt to keep thosewrinklesat bay and tried all sortsof treatmentsto boost
to keepyour skinhealthy,moisturisedand protected.Thisis the basisof "Guinotfor Life"- the client programmeI introducedin Guinot salonsover 10yearsago.'
our complexions,but where betterto get the ultimate beautyadvicethan from the What do you use on your skin? skincaregurusthemselves?On a day-to-day 'I'vebeen usingGuinot productsand basisthesespecialistsadviseon and research treatmentsfor over 20 years(andso have the best possiblebeauty regimesand my son and daughter).My daily routine treatmentsavailable.Sohow do they look consistsof cleansing,toning and aftertheir own skin?It'stime to find out. moisturising,in the morning and evening.I alsousean eyecream (LongueVieYeux, packedwith antioxidantsto revitaliseand CAUDWELL moisturise)and neckcream (Creme SurtenseurCou with horsechestnut,vitamin Trainingand .1' ..'t Development Manager, A and sheabutter to firm and moisturise). Guinot UK/Ireland. Twicea week,I exfoliate- usually on Skincare expert. Monday morning beforework - with GommageBiologique(with fruit enzymes, What is your philosophy? 'My skincarephilosophyis basedon the greentea extractand sheabutter),and then KISSprinciple(KeepIt SimpleSweetheart). on Fridaynight beforegoing out. I usea
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body brush every other day and body moisturisers daily.' Have you ever suffered from a skin problem? 'I do suffer from the effects of drying. I combat this by taking supplements of Omega 3 oils, which also help my nails.' What can you tell us about sun protection? 'I always wear sunscreen, usually with SPF30,
and a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses to block out 99 per cent of UV rays.I love to play golf but try to stay out of the sun during peak hours (llam Do you believe
to 3pm).'
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'Yes!I loveto makemy own juice in the morning and try to eat lots of fruit and vegetables. I alsoeat when reallyhungry, not just by the clock.I do like wine,but neverdrink red aftera facial,as it stimulates the circulationand can giveyou red cheeks.' What
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Do you believe in anti-ageing creams?
always remember it,so invest in it. 'Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate! It's the key to renewing your complexion; it helps eliminate blemishes, blackheads and spots from forming; it instantly brightens
the skin.
You should exfoliate before using a face mask for maximum benefit:
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your Gp. What is your skincare philosophy? 'Firstly,always use a moisturiser,and lots of it.Secondly,take care in the sun: What do you use on your own skin? 'I have a minimal beauty regime. I use an unfragranced soap in the bath and shower and a mild shampooon my hair.Tocleanse my face, I use soap and water (a handmade herb soap from the South of France).I then apply a non-perfumed moisturiser,followed by base make-up and mascara.To remove my make-up, I use baby wipes, or similar: Have you ever suffered from a skin problem? 'I get mild eczema on my hands during the winter months caused by the sheer amount of scrubbing they get before I go into surgery.I treat the eczema by moisturising my hands frequently and use gloves for household chores involving harsh products: What can you tell us about sun protection? 'I have always used the theory "clothing, shade and timing':Iwear tight-weave clothing and stay in the shade between llam and 3pm.ln my profession I see so much skin cancer it has put me off sunbathing. And just because a cream is expensive it doesn't mean you can lie out in the sun any longer: Do you believe we are what we eat? 'Yes.Make sure you have lots of water, fresh fruit and vegetables. A balanced diet and a bit of what you fancy is absolutely fine:
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From Noella Gabriel, director of treatment development for Elemis. 1.Neverusesoaponthe face. 2. Reviewyourskincareroutineseasonally. 3.Alwayscarrya mistwhile on busy journeys,to adjustto ever-changing environmentsandtemperatures. 4. I amneverwithout myskinantioxidant (ActiveSkinComplex)whichhelps maintainmyskinin timesof highstress. 5.Alwayspractiseabdominalbreathing, whichhasa directeffectonthe skin. 64 Heal1l1&rrtness
'There is evidence that retinol (from vitamin A) used in skin creams can help rid you of fine lines,but I wouldn't touch them with a barge pole, as retinol can make skin red and quite sensitive: What is your ultimate skincare tip? 'Moisturise,especially after a shower, as cream is easier to work in while your skin is damp. And stay out of the sun. Iwork in Brighton,where we have a population of 315,000.Each year,we see 1,000cases of rodent ulcers (a form of skin cancer) and 50 malignant moles: 'When lying in the sun, take a look at your shadow. If it is shorter than your body, it means the sun is directly on top of you so it's best to get covered up:
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Do you believe the public knows enough about what treatments are available? 'It worries me that because of the lack of information it can be tempting to look for help for skin problems from people who trade on desperation. Variousoutlets will sell "allergy testing" of a dubious nature, and we know that some hair clinics and clinics offering cosmetic procedures
for ageing
skin are simply fraudulent. Even people with common skin conditions often do not know where to get help. There are patient support groups for many skin disorders and these are an excellent resource. The Skin Care Campaign (www.skincarecampaign.org) is an umbrella organisation
with information
about skin-related support groups:
Heaven@Home, a new
What is your skincare
pampering
'Keep it simple and quick! Avoid using
concept.
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products you don't really need and keep to
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things that suit your skin. Clean off make-up
What is your skincare philosophy? 'Find a great all-in-one cleanser and a moisturiser that suit you and stick to these. Alwaysapply moisturiser all the way down the neck to the decolletage - remember that your face doesn't stop at your chin. 'Our eyes are the windows of our souls, so it is important to be kind to them. Using your wedding finger, pat gently around the delicate eye area with Cariad's Rose Face Gel(ÂŁ4.50;01462443518).Tryusingit straight from the fridge on tired eyes to hydrate, cool and rejuvenate: Have you ever suffered from a skin problem?
gently but thoroughly
and use moisturisers
often, especially on your hands. Use sunblock creams on exposed skin if you are outside: What do you use on your own skin? 'Gentle moisturising soap and water to clean, especially to remove make-up. I use whatever moisturiser suits my skin for everyday, and a special expensive one if I want to pamper myself. I know it won't do what it claims on the packaging, but it will feel and smell lovely. I use a high-factor sunblock on my face and exposed skin almost all of the time I am outside, because I am fair-skinned and burn easily. If I want to look brown I use an artificial tan product:
'I have only suffered from the occasional PMT acne breakout. I use a combination of
'It really is all about moderation.
neat tea tree and lavender essential oils -
lovely and we feel better for it, and we need
How do you protect
your skin in summer? Sunshine is
just dab onto the blemish and wait. Do not
a little to produce vitamin 0 in our skin, but
pick at spots, as this spreads infection:
it can undoubtedly
Do you believe
don't set out to sunbathe
we are what we eat?
cause skin problems. I deliberately and
'We are totally what we eat! I make sure I
avoid doing outdoor activities in the sunniest
get a good mix of essential fatty acids. These
time of the day (11am to 3pm). Don't forget
are the good fats the body needs and can
that plenty of ultraviolet light gets through
be found in nuts and oily fish. It is difficult
on a cloudy day and a cooling wind doesn't
to get all the vitamins and minerals we need
stop the sunshine. Take special care to
these days from the food we eat, largely
protect small children and - a plea for men
because of poor soil quality and mass
and boys with very short hair - protect the
farming methods. Always try to invest in a
top of your head. The skin here is thin and takes the full force of the sun, so wear a hat:
good multivitamin and mineral supplement: 'Splash skin 20 times with cold water to
Do you believe we are what we eat? 'No. We are what we think. But most of us
give yourself a wide-awake, fresh
eat too much and should cut down on
What is your ultimate
skincare
tip?
complexion. Brown sugar and olive oil make
high-fat and high-sugar foods. The advice to
a great moisturising scrub - just apply, rinse
eat plenty of fruit and vegetables
off with warm water and pat dry. And it's no
valid. Some people may need vitamin
great secret, but give up smoking and drink
supplements
loads of water. If all else fails, cover up with YSLTouch Eclat!'
What is your ultimate
seems
if their diet is poor: skincare
tip?
'Your skin does a fantastic job and works
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Teatree oil canbeusedto treat
fungalinfections,suchasringwormand athlete'sfoot. . Chamomiletea canbeusedin a soothingbathfor inflamedskinconditions. . Anoat bathcanbeverysoothingfor eczema.Runwarmwaterthroughan old stockingfilled with rolledoats. . Fordry scalyskinconditions,a good moisturiseris sesameoil or extravirgin oliveoil. . Aloeveragel,keptin the first aid cupboardfor burns,isverysoothingand healingfor manyskinconditions. may have a clue as to what has caused it, especially if the cause was emotional.'
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from a bout of eczema.This was
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skin moisturised if it is dry and don't
misdiagnosed by a dermatologist as a fungal
What is your skincare
damage it with harsh chemicals or sunshine.
infection and I treated it with tea tree oil.
'Skincare
philosophy?
must be consistent, daily and, yes,
Don't blame yourself if you have a skin
which made it worse. It did clear completely
it can be simple. On a day-ta-day
problem, and remember that most can be
with acupuncture and Chinese herbs.'
cleanser, toner, active skin complex
helped a great deal if you get the right
How do you protect your skin in summer?
gel exfoliator.'
advice. Don't waste money on products that
'I use Jurlique Sun Cream 30+ on my face
make claims to transform your skin.'
and take Hawaiian Pacifica Spirulina, which
What's the best piece of advice you were ever given?
is high in beta carotene, to help with sun
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protection if I'm going on holiday. I drink a
basis, I use and rose
'Nevergo to bed with your make-upon.' How do you proted yourself from the sun?
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Do you believe
with dermatologicalissues.
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on my face (Elemis Wrinkle
drink at least two litres of water a day and I don't drink tea or coffee but have herbal
body. I always use a body oil (for instance
teas instead. For main meals, I try to include
moisturising
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a lot of vegetables - usually four or five
exfoliate
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'I always apply the maximum
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Exotic Island Flower
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day.'
Do you believe we are what we eat?
'It is important to heal rather than suppress
protein, such as lentils,chickpeas and tofu.'
'Yes,certainly. The skin is a mirror of what
a problem. Naturopaths look at what is
What about vitamins and supplements?
we eat daily, and we are a product of our
causing the problem and address the issues.'
'Vitamins and minerals provide the raw
busy lifestyles and the take-away syndrome
What products
- too busy to prepare salads,and too busy
'I only use natural products on my skin. A
materials for healing and skin growth and are vital to the treatment of skin conditions.
good rule of thumb is if the ingredients are
Deficiencies of certain vitamins and minerals
see examples of this daily. A lot of skincare
good enough to eat, then it's good enough
produce skin conditions. For instance,
problems today are conditions that our
do you use?
to plan daily meals. As a beauty therapist, I
to put on your skin. Jurlique products are
deficiency of zinc and vitamin A are often
grandmothers did not experience, due to a
the purest natural range I know.'
implicated in acne; deficiency of B vitamins,
Have you suffered
vitamin A, essential fatty acids and
more relaxed lifestyle, fresher foods, and a cleaner environment.'
'I have suffered from my fair share of skin
potassium sulphate are often implicated in
What is your ultimate
problems. I had bad acne as a teenager and
eczema, and a deficiency of silica produces
'Perform a pre-occasion quick pick-me-up
from a skin problem?
was put on antibiotics long-term, which
brittle nails and poor hair quality.'
didn't help much. It wasn't until I started at
What is your ultimate
skincare
skineare
tip?
mini facial. For example, cleanse the face, tip?
tone, exfoliate, and apply a mask which will
naturopathic college, changed my diet and
'Think about your skin problem, when it
be absorbed, giving an impression of very
took herbal medicine that my skin started
started and what was happening
well-cared for skin - even if you don't have
to clear up. About five years ago, I suffered
time, or even some months before, and you
at that
a daily skincareroutine.'
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