Four self-care rituals that address aging
A small face, tiny pores, scene-stealing lips, and a signature scent are some of the most wanted “beauty” features among women — including moms. My mom loves collagen drinks, eye creams and face masks. More than a way to counter aging, they are part of her everyday self-care ritual, which she does while watching Designated Survivor on Netflix (not stressful at all!) and scrolling through Facebook. For all women who are looking to add a new hero product to their self-care regimen, here are some suggestions.
How to get a smaller face without surgery
First, know thy enemy. Fat makes you fat, salt makes you bloated and sugar makes skin sag. Fat, salt and sugar make up the recipe to skin aging. There are many in-office treatments that enhance facial contours and make the face appear smaller. But did you know that you might not actually need them? Clarins Shaping Facial Lift addresses these three issues. Specifically created for Asian women, Shaping Facial Lift addresses the very Asian desire to have a smaller face. It beats fat by slimming the face, visibly defining cheekbones and reducing double chin with guarana extract. It outsmarts salt by depuffing the face with zemburet ginger extract. And finally, it defies the evils of sugar by lifting the face for a sharper facial line with kaki extract. A Clarins-patented massage method ensures that the product is able to deliver the most benefits.
The product works in four to eight weeks. If you want an instant lift, try Clarins V-Facial Intensive Wrap, which drains all excess fluids in the face and neck to instantly slim and lift.
Clarins Shaping Facial Lift is 20 years young this year — more than 7 million serums have been sold around the world and it has never looked better. The limited-edition 20th anniversary bottle comes in a silky red finish with a plant motif that celebrates the science of plants, and a touch of gold to represent the prestige of Clarins. Clarins is available at Rustan’s.
How to minimize pores, brighten dark spots without obvious peeling
Pores are not the enemy. We all have pores and we need them, although some may be more visible than others. The real enemy is dirt, dead skin, pollution and sun exposure. Kiehl’s Power Serums target different skin needs. My Kiehl’s skincare advisor’s tip: Pat on the serums — don’t slather! Patting allows your pores to absorb the product, while dragging them over the skin just forms a layer of product over it.
Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate has evening primrose oil and lavender, geranium, rosemary and rose essential oils that boost skin’s recovery at night.
Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution brightens dark spots and diminishes the intensity of discolorations with activated C, white birth and peony extract.
Powerful Strength Line Reducing Concentrate has 12.5% vitamic C that helps reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, improves skin brightness and boosts skin texture. It also has hyaluronic acid that instantly leaves skin plumper.
Daily Reviving Concentrate battles environmental stressors and energizes skin with ginger root oil, sunflower seed oil and tamanu oil. It reduces skin inflammation, stimulates production of collagen and reduces the appearance of redness.
Hydroplumping Re-texturizing Serum Concentrate, formulated with 15% plant-based glycerin and shisho leaf extract intensely hydrates and plumps skin to smooth fine lines and uneven texture. Nightly Refining Micro-Peel Concentrate with quinoa husk extractr and phytic acid helps exfoliate skin overnight to reveal visible refreshed and radiant skin.
Kiehl’s is located at Greenbelt 5, Rockwell, SM Makati, SM Aura, Alabang Town Center, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, Shangri-La Plaza, The Podium, TriNoma, SM North Edsa, Robinsons Magnolia, U.P. Town Center and Ayala Center Cebu.
How to do a matte lip and not look 10 years older
They say any matte look is aging, which is why we layer serum after serum to get a youthful, glassy glow. Matte — powder, eyeshadow or lipstick — accentuates lines and wrinkles. But this doesn’t mean matte should be avoided! When done properly, matte looks can be fresh, elegant and current.
Laura Mercier’s Velour Extreme Matte Lipstick delivers intense, single-stroke coverage and long-lasting creamy comfort. It is available in 24 shades with mattifying powders and silky conditioners that envelop the lips in the softness and comfort of velour.
Laura Mercier’s application technique makes sure that lips don’t look dry, cracked or old. Press bullet to lips and apply evenly. Prep lips with Infusion de Rose Nourishing Lip Balm to take away dryness. Press a light amount of Secret Camouflage with fingertips into and alone the edges of the lip line until it disappears into skin. With Velour Puff, lightly set edges of lip line with Translucent Loose Setting Powder. Laura Mercier is available at Rustan’s.
How to prep your mind for self-care
Looking good starts with feeling good. Watsons encourages Filipinos to practice self-love — appreciating oneself in personal ways. Watsons shares five ways to love oneself beyond getting regular mani-pedis and facials. 1) Be aware of who you are and what you can do; 2) Don’t be too hard on yourself; 3) Be goal-oriented; 4) Don’t procrastinate; and 5) Know that you are not alone.
On top of this, Watsons carries products that let you take care of yourself, literally. Among my favorite Watsons finds are the Watsons brand Charcoal Blackhead Mask (painless but effective); Korean makeup brand Clio (they have the best foundation shades for skin with warm undertones); Mediheal sheet masks (the masks have logos that appear when it’s time to remove them); and L’Oreal’s Ever Pure sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner range.
Watch Watson’s video on self-love on the Watsons Philippines Facebook page and @watsonsph on Instagram.
