Wellbeing Journal
HOW TO GIVE YOURSELF A DIY AT-HOME FACIAL
Facials are usually seen as next-level self-care treats because it’s not every day you get to enjoy the decadence of going to a spa — relaxing in a steam room, having a professional esthetician work magic on your skin and even indulging in a (beauty sleep-inducing) full-body massage. It’s that one time where you purposefully block out some time for yourself to relax, unwind and rejuvenate. But why not extend the feeling in between your spa visits with a DIY at-home facial? Here’s our step-by-step guide to DIY at-home facials. WHAT IS A FACIAL? A facial is a skin-refining treatment typically given by a skin care specialist. Depending on the skin’s needs, facials often include steaming, cleansing, exfoliating, hydrating, correcting and pampering the skin. Adding a weekly DIY facial to your regular face skincare routine can help supercharge your routine and get you closer to achieving a clarified, glowing complexion. HOW TO DO A FACIAL AT HOME STEP-BY-STEP Indulge in the luxury of a spa-like experience from the comfort of your space with our step-by-step home facial for glowing skin. Grab your softest robe and a hair towel (if you have one), sit back and prepare for some pampering bliss. STEP 1: SET THE MOOD The vibe matters. How are you going to feel relaxed if your space isn’t making you feel calm? You can replicate those spa components by turning off the lights in your bathroom and lighting a few candles to invite some warm and cosy energy. Turn on some music that makes you feel tranquil, maybe some Sade or Enya? It’s important for your space to have the right scents too. Add a few drops of essential oil into a diffuser or bath — try our Relax Blend Essential Oil with Frankincense, Patchouli and Bergamot to promote a sense of balance. If you’re going to add an essential oil to your bath, be sure to combine it with a carrier oil like jojoba to protect your skin. And there you have it; you’ve created a spa sanctuary, and we haven’t even gotten to the facial step yet. STEP 2: STEAM YOUR SKIN Steaming your skin does wonders for softening your pores and loosening all that buildup in your skin. No sauna, no worries — immerse a face cloth into warm water and squeeze out the excess moisture before compressing the warm damp cloth over your face and neck. Add our Soaking Ritual Relaxing to water to help refresh your skin and uplift the senses. As you press the warm cloth to your face, take a mindful moment to relax and enjoy the aroma. STEP 3: CLEANSE Jurlique USA National Education Manager Paula Provenzano recommends double cleansing. The first cleanse thoroughly dissolves surface impurities such as dirt, oil and makeup, while the second cleanse “makes sure that you get every speck of dirt and makeup that may be on the surface of the skin,” says Paula. For the first cleanse, you’ll need an oil-based cleanser like our Nourishing Cleansing Oil. Massage the oil into dry skin with a circular motion, then emulsify with water and rinse. For the second cleanse, go in with your favourite cleansing gel, foam or lotion depending on your skin type. While you’re doing a double cleanse, it’s the perfect time to focus on those areas that maybe are a little neglected, Paula says. “The ears, the hairline, the neck (front and back) shoulders and décolleté.” STEP 4: MIST Mists are proven hydration boosters that also provide a blissful aromatherapy-like experience. To soothe your senses before and after exfoliation, we recommend our Lavender Hydrating Mist. Not only will it refresh and restore that natural glow to your skin, but it will also calm your skin and soothe your senses. Hot tip: Store in the refrigerator during warmer months for a refreshing treat. STEP 5: MASSAGE Massaging the skin is optional but worth it if you want to get the circulation going in your skin. Massaging the skin relaxes facial muscles, reduces puffiness and helps the products penetrate. Using a jade roller, a gua sha tool or your hands, massage your skin from the centre of your face to the perimeter, around to the hairline and down to the ears and neck. “By doing that, you’re working with the natural flow of lymph, so if you have a little puffiness around the eye area, it will help to get rid of that,” says Paula. STEP 6: MASK Paula says that masking is the centrepiece of facials. It offers intensive treatment for the skin and helps to address any skin problems from dryness, oiliness to irritation. You don’t have to pick only one mask either. You can multi-mask and apply specific masks to the areas that need it. Have sensitive skin on your cheeks? Apply a soothing mask to that area that’ll nurture and protect the skin. Is your skin looking dull and tired? STEP 7: MOISTURISE To kick off the moisturising step, prime and condition your skin with our Activating Water Essence+. It sets the stage for perfect penetration for all of your final treatment products, says Paula. Apply with a pressing and smoothing motion to prep the skin for serum. Your serum step always comes before eye cream and moisturiser and is a step you’d find during a professional facial. “It’s the real skin-correcting step that’s going to get in there and change and improve your skin,” says Paula. Finally, lock it all in with a moisturiser that works best for your skin type. Warm up the product in your hands to allow for smoother spreading, and remember to press in the moisturiser instead of rubbing it in. TRANSFORM HOMEMADE FACIALS INTO A FULL SPA EXPERIENCE After treating your skin to a rejuvenating spa facial at home, take a moment to pamper the rest of your body. Massage a nourishing eye care product, like our Herbal Recovery Eye Oil Roll-On, with a cooling ball applicator to awaken and nourish your delicate under-eye area. Your lips also deserve some TLC — apply a nourishing lip care product like our Rose Love Balm for soft, supple lips. Got time for even more “me time”? Treat yourself to pampering body care (if you didn’t already start with that). Try dry body brushing to exfoliate and stimulate blood flow. Then, follow with a soothing, oil-infused bath to calm your mind and soothe sore muscles. Finish with a rich body lotion or oil for soft, hydrated skin, not forgetting your hands and feet. Light a candle, pour some herbal tea or wine and sip away — you deserve it! For an extra boost, consider incorporating skin care tools like a jade roller or a gua sha tool in your face treatments at home. These can help relax facial muscles, reduce puffiness and help the products penetrate. How often should you get a facial? Skin care specialists recommend getting a facial every 4 weeks, but 5 to 6 is still great. Since your DIY facial home treatment doesn’t include extractions or invasive procedures, you can comfortably do one every week. If you can’t remember the last time you had a spa facial, now is the perfect time to book a pampering facial at Jurlique Spa. What are the 5 basic steps for a home facial? For a quick and easy at-home facial, start by steaming your face to open up your pores and soften any buildup in your skin. Follow with a double cleanse to remove dirt, oil and impurities. Then, gently exfoliate to remove dead surface cells and prep the skin for the next steps. Apply your favourite mask — whether a sheet mask, clay mask, gel mask, cream mask or peel-off mask. Finish with a moisturiser or facial oil and a soothing massage to relax your facial muscles and help the products soak in. What are the benefits of a home facial? A home facial offers plenty of benefits to your skin, including Clear skin — DIY facial steps often involve deep cleansing, which effectively removes any built-up oil, dirt or makeup that a daily cleanser may have missed. Intense Hydration — Facials are a great way to flood your skin with moisture using essences, serums, nourishing masks and moisturisers. Relaxation — Facial massages aren’t only relaxing and rejuvenating for the face but also the mind. Think of it as a mini-break to switch off and reconnect with your body in a deeply relaxed state. What not to do on a home facial? To prevent potential problems when having a home facial, avoid: DIY extractions — Yes, DIY extractions can be highly satisfying, but doing it wrong could lead to scarring or infection, so we recommend leaving this step to a professional. Using strong skincare products — If you’ve recently discovered a new product with ingredients you’ve never tried before, this may not be the best time to try it. Between steaming, double cleansing and exfoliating, your skin is already going through a lot
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5 REASONS WHY YOUR SKIN IS ALWAYS DRY
You might be wondering, “Why is my skin so dry even when I moisturise?” Our answer to that is sometimes keeping moisture in the skin isn’t as easy as it sounds. You could be doing all the right steps and still experience skin dryness, flakiness and discomfort. In this case, it’s a good idea to take a closer look at what might actually be causing your skin to be dehydrated. Once you’ve figured out the underlying cause, it’s a lot easier to find a solution. From environmental aggressors to gaps in your skin care routine, read our guide to 5 common causes of dry skin.1. DehydrationHydrated skin starts from the inside out. If your skin is showing signs of dryness or dehydration, start by looking into your diet. You may not be drinking enough water – aim to drink at least 2L a day. You can also replenish your hydration levels by eating foods with a high-water content, like watermelon, strawberries, celery and iceberg lettuce which contains over ninety percent of water.2. Cold weatherNotice that when it’s winter, your skin becomes more prone to dryness? This is because when the weather gets cooler, lower temperatures coupled with high winds strip your skin of moisture and leave it feeling tight and dry. Keep your skin moisturised with a thicker product to create a protective barrier over the skin. A rich moisturising cream like our Moisture Plus Rare Rose Cream is clinically proven to deliver 24h hydration and is made with Jurlique Rose Extract and Cupuaçu Butter to deeply nourish and restore much-needed moisture.3. Dry airAnother environmental aggressor you need to look out for is dry air. You’re more likely to experience dry air in warmer climates and in spaces with air conditioning. Dry air strips your skin of moisture at a faster rate than normal. To combat this, keep the surface of your skin supple by using a hydrating mist. Our Rosewater Balancing Mist instantly hydrates, refreshes the skin and supports moisture balance. Keep a bottle by your desk or in your bag to easily spritz your skin whenever it’s feeling parched.4. Unbalanced skin pHOur skin’s ability to ward off the effects of environmental stressors is determined by something called a pH level. How acidic or alkaline your skin is can drastically affect your hydration levels. If you’re experiencing dryness, chances are your skin has high pH and is too alkaline – you need to balance out your pH levels, so your skin is able to protect itself more effectively. There are many causes of alkalinity, but common causes include over exfoliating and overuse of masks. So, try and reduce exfoliating to once a week or two.5. Harsh ChemicalsNot all skin care products are created equally. Products that use synthetic ingredients can be harsh on the skin and strip away your skin’s natural oils. Take a closer look at your skin care ritual and get rid of the products that deplete your skin of moisture. A good way to figure this out is seeing if your skin feels tight or dry after use. We recommend using our Replenishing Cleansing Lotion to cleanse your skin morning and evening. Formulated with Marshmallow Root and Calendula Extracts, it calms and conditions dry skin while replenishing and protecting it. Follow up with Activating Water Essence after cleansing and before your serum/moisturiser step to activate your skin’s ability to retain moisture and also help the moisturising products you use afterwards to sink in.
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THE FUTURE OF NATURAL-BASED SKIN CARE
In 2020, we celebrate 35 years of Jurlique; 35 years of using powerful botanicals, sustainable farming methods and exclusive extraction methods to create our unique natural-based skin care.The Jurlique JourneyThe year: 1985The dream: to find an unpolluted environment to grow Nature’s herbs and flowers and use them to create the purest skin care possible.The place: South Australia’s Adelaide Hills, chosen by our founders Jurgen and Ulrike Klein as the purest place on earth – still home to the Jurlique Farm and Natural Beauty Plant, where our products are made, to this day."We chose the Adelaide Hills because it had the perfect climate and the land was unpolluted." Ulrike Klein, Jurlique Co-Founder.With Jurgen’s background as a scientist and naturopath, and Ulrike’s expertise as a botanist and horticulturalist, the couple combined their names and knowledge to create Jurlique. It was this, along with their personal philosophy – commitment, without compromise, to create natural products that enrich people’s lives – that paved the way for Jurlique.Some of our most powerful ingredients are grown on our farm in South Australia's Adelaide Hills. Our founders selected this region for its pure, unpolluted air and nutrient-rich soil, which we continue to nurture and respect. For 35 years, we've grown botanicals here using biodynamic* farming methods that care for our farm as an integrated, living organism. We don't use synthetic pesticides, herbicides and fertilisers, ensuring that nothing harmful goes into our Earth. Everything we do supports the health and vitality of our farm and contributes to the vigorous ecosystem of the hills.Sustainability at JurliqueSustainability has always been fundamental to everything we do here. From our biodynamic* farm and clean energy Natural Beauty Plant in the Adelaide Hills, to our commitment to reducing our carbon cycle and looking after our people, sustainability is at the core of Jurlique.We’ve come a long way since Jurlique was established in 1985 – from a small skin care brand in the Adelaide Hills, to one with a global presence. But much remains the same. Our commitment to sustainability is as strong as it was on day one, and this commitment only continues to grow.Through using rain and recycled water, we've reduced our usage by 25% since 2015Our biodynamic* farm is free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides and fertilisersWe've planted 12,000 trees since 2012Our farm has sent zero waste to landfill since 2016In partnership with TerraCycle, all our packaging can be recycledWe keep bees to pollinate and propagate the plants and flowers on our farmThe futureThe Jurlique brand has evolved in many ways since we began 35 years ago – but our founding spirit is more alive than ever. We are committed to achieving 8 of the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. These include:Gender equalityAffordable and clean energyDecent work and economic growthSustainable cities and communitiesResponsible consumption and productionClimate actionWe have a number of measures in place to achieve this, including ongoing sustainability programs and a comprehensive wellbeing program for all our employees across the globe. Read our Global Goals or read our full Jurlique CSR Report to find out more.We look forward to continuing our long tradition of innovation and excellence in natural-based and sustainable skin care for many more years to come. Discover our best-selling natural-based skincare now, or visit our blog for more skin care tips.Join in our journey with #Jurlique35Years on Instagram.*Certified biodynamic by the National Association for Sustainable Agriculture, Australia. Jurlique’s products and farm are not certified or affiliated with Demeter® USA or Demeter International.
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HOW TO GET SMOOTH BODY SKIN
We focus so much on our facial skin care rituals that we often forget to cater to our body skin too. Baby soft skin can be achievable at any age. You most likely have the foundational steps of body skin care, like showering and applying lotion, down pat but let’s take it from the top. Keep reading for our secrets to achieving smooth body skin.BEFORE THE SHOWERHealthy-looking, smooth body skin starts from the inside out. Do a skin check. If it’s looking dry, or even scaly then your skin barrier is probably not getting enough nutrients and moisture. Our skin’s barrier does a lot of protective work for us, so we need show it some love back.Stay hydrated: The human body is made up of about 60-70% of water, so drinking enough of it is essential to keep your body functioning at a better capacity both internally and externally. The same way you feel parched when you’re thirsty is the same way your skin does.Up your wholefood and superfood intake: We say that the best diet for good skin is made up of a rainbow of fruit, veggies and wholefoods. Superfoods contain omega-3 fatty acids and (great for the keeping the top layer of your skin hydrated) vitamins A, C, E, B and D (great not only for your skin, also hair and nails).Get your sleep in: You might be wondering what sleep has to do with body skin, but it’s actually vital in assisting the repairing process of your skin. While you’re sleeping, your body goes into recovery mode, healing all the daytime damage like UV exposure, and pollution.IN THE SHOWERTemperature: Once you get into the shower, resist the urge to have a water temperature ratio of 90% hot and 10% cold. Hot steamy showers feel amazing, but they’re not great for your skin – especially in the winter months. A higher temperature can strip moisture away from your skin’s natural barrier, leaving you with drier skin in the long run. The ideal temperature should be lukewarm, not too hot, not too cold. If you can’t give up a hot shower, try and minimise your time spent under the water and how many of them you have a week.Exfoliate: Exfoliation is a crucial step to getting smooth body skin. Exfoliation helps improve rough skin texture as it buffs away dead skin cells and build up. Even though our body skin is much more resilient compared to our facial skin, it’s still important to avoid using a harsh exfoliant or over-exfoliating. We recommend using our Smoothing Body Exfoliating Gel, and applying it in the shower before washing with shower gel. It contains a perfectly balanced blend of natural exfoliators such as Walnut Shell powder and cellulose beads to polish away dead surface skin cells, revealing radiant smoother looking skin.Sud up: Not all body washes are created equal. Some body washes are filled with nasties that strip your skin leaving you with a tight, dry feeling. Opt for body washes that naturally cleanse and soften your skin. Indulge in our Softening Shower Gel Rose, a gentle soap-free shower gel that helps restore moisture to the skin, smooth and rebalance dryness. Free from soaps, sulphates, parabens, artificial colours and fragrances, your skin will feel squeaky clean but still hydrated.AFTER THE SHOWERLotion: Don’t wait too long after leaving the shower to apply your body lotion, you want your skin to be slightly damp but not wet. By doing this, your skin will absorb the moisturising benefits ofyour body lotion or body butter more readily. Our Body Lotions are nothing short of a nourishing botanical cocktail for your skin. Rich in Avocado Oil, Shea Butter and Beeswax, they help protect your skin from environmental aggressors and also keep it supple, soft and glowing.Body Oil: Seal in all that moisture with a body oil. Body oils are formulated to replenish and nurture the skin. Rich in essential fatty acids, our Rose Body Oil is lightweight, so your skin won’t be left feeling too greasy. Pour a small amount onto the palms of your hands and apply to the skin with smooth massage strokes. Not only does the delicate scent of Rose smell divine, but your skin will be left nourished and ultra-smooth and soft.Unearth a natural remedy for every body. Our aromatic selection of Shower Gels and Body Lotions are enriched with the restorative powers of Nature.
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