Get Christmas Party Ready

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Get Christmas Party Ready

‘Tis the season for your annual opportunity to make an effort at your work Christmas party.

After a year of no-make up faces and messy buns, it's time to pop bon bons and celebrate in style with your work family. 

Whether it’s some Friday afternoon drinks or a big fancy soiree, feeling good and looking good will make your night at least 25% better. We know that our babes in Canada, love a Christmas tradition more then a boozy punch and a pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving, so here are a few things that are worthy enough for your annual list. 

We’re all about the base and you should be too. Along with lots of fun, the party season comes with late nights full of cocktails, sugary treats and layers of make-up your skin might not be used to.

Prep your base with some serious love in the lead up and everyone will think you just came home from an tropical island summer. 

When it comes to achieving a flawless, long-lasting make up look, a fabulous skin care routine is your secret weapon. What we do to our faces before applying BB cream, concealer or highlighter will ultimately affect the finished look. While we swear by Oil Based Skincare at BB HQ, our other secret is a trusty little treatment that you can get done at your local beauty salon or skin clinic called Dermaplaning.

Dermaplaning is an incredible exfoliating treatment in which a trained technician uses a surgical scalpel to gently remove dead skin cells on the surface of your skin. It may sound a little scary, but it's super effective and very safe. Did you know that a buildup of dead skin and peachy hair fluff on your face can make your complexion appear dull, flaky and even cause breakouts due to clogged pores and hair follicles?

Not only is this mechanical exfoliation essential for maintaining an even, healthy base but there is no down time required, it suits all skin types and contrary to popular belief, the hair on your face will not grow back thicker or darker.

The best thing about Dermaplaning? It will leave your base in optimal condition, meaning your makeup will slide on smoother than ever before. You’re now one step closer to rocking that Christmas party babe.

#BBProTip: Ensure you apply some Moisturising Sunscreen after your treatment, as your skin is especially susceptible to the sun post-exfoliation.

It’s a true fact that life is better with a tan, much much better. So, it's no surprise that if you’re only going to do minimal prep for a night out then a self tan needs to be one of them. This is where our new Self Tanning Mousse comes into play.

Just like you prepped your face, you need to prep the rest of your base to ensure your tan looks as flawless and fabulous for as long as possible. How? Moisturise, exfoliate and moisturise again for good measure - your skin can never be too hydrated. 

Exfoliate: Your self tan colour sits on the top layer of skin so it’s really important that your skin has been exfoliated to ensure a flawless smooth colour. In an ideal world you would start your exfoliating regimen a week in the lead up, however a good 24 - 48 hours will do just the trick.

Moisturise: Take the time to nourish your body with our Luxe Moisturising Lotion in preparation for your self tan, paying particular attention to dry areas like your hands, elbows, knees, ankles and feet.

Hair removal: If you’re planning on shaving, waxing or any other hair removal, make sure you do it at least 24 hours prior to self tanning to give your pores time to close. Shaving or waxing after your tan may remove your colour slightly so this steps an important one.

Once you’re ready for the main event, grab your Luxe Tanning Mitt and Self Tanning Mousse and watch your skin go from winter dull to summer glow.

Whether you’re leaving your tan on for one hour or 8, loose dark clothing is always the best thing to pop on immediately after. The last thing you want is unwanted streaks from tight clothing, ruining your perfect party skin.

Now, you're ready to kick back, relax and enjoy your end of year celebrations singing Mariah Carey's rendition of 'All I Want For Christmas Is You'. You know you want too.

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How to combat dry and dehydrated skin

How to combat dry and dehydrated skin

We’ve all been there. Neglecting our skin is unfortunately a sin most of us commit on a regular basis. And let’s face it, there really is no nicer feeling than slipping into clean sheets with silky smooth skin to compliment. It’s the simple things in life that really go the extra mile. So we’re here to teach you the easiest and fastest way to give your skin a little TLC, in under 2 minutes. Step 1: Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate The most simple, yet the most neglected part of any skin care regimen. Long gone are the days of harsh scrubbing applicators and routines, feeling like our skin is going red raw with the pressure.  If you’re using a 100% natural DHA self-tanner, then the self-tan only sits on the first layer of your skin, your epidermis. Synthetic or chemical DHA-based tans actually seep into the lower levels of your skin, making it much more difficult to remove.  In essence, we always recommend that you opt for a 100% natural DHA self-tanner. Not only to add ease to the post tanning removal process, but to also support a healthy relationship with your skin and it’s overall health. To exfoliate, we recommend using a light to medium pressurised, natural body scrub that also harbours benefits for the skin. Our Essentials Body Scrub is an all-natural formulation that gently but effectively exfoliates the skin while replenishing moisture. Pink french clay and nourishing plant based oils work together to promote skin elasticity and renewal. Infused with a blend of grape seed oil and rosa damascena flower oil, this combination is designed to provide antibacterial properties, minimising the occurrence of body acne and other skin concerns. Step 2: Stay hydrated We know that sometimes getting your 2L of H2O every day can be more of a laborious chore, rather than a self care act. Keeping your skin hydrated should be no less of a priority than the latter.  There are generally 3 ways you can go about this: 1 - Mid-wash hydration This is usually when you use an in-shower or oil-based product whilst you wash. Our in-shower body oil is a great product for this method of combating skin hydration. Enriched with soothing ingredients such as chamomile and coconut oil, the formulation of our Shower Oil has been designed to soften the skin's surface and help control skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Our in-shower body oil also includes nourishing plant-based oils such as grapeseed oil, which aims to provide intense hydration to the skin.  To use, apply generously to wet or damp skin in the shower. Following this, massage all over your body and focus on any dry areas or where the skin is cracked and neglected (elbows, knee caps etc). Lastly, rinse off in the shower and you’re good to go!  A product like that is perfect for daily use and complimentary for all skin types and skin aversions, including sensitised skin. 2 - Post-wash hydration The second and probably most obvious skin hydration tip is to moisturise daily. We recommend using a 3-in-1 product, like our Gradual Tan Moisturiser. Using 100% natural DHA and other natural ingredients and oils, our Gradual Tan can be used as a daily moisturiser, a tan extender or a gradual tan. 3 - General product mindfulness As explored above, the importance of choosing to use products that contain natural ingredients and oils is extremely important - especially when you are applying it topically all over your body's largest organ. Always be sure to educate yourself regarding what is actually in a product and favour ingredient-focused formulations. Also, try to get in the habit of electing to seek out products that are sustainable in their packaging and their ethos. Our new Essentials range has been designed using 100% recyclable materials and is safe for all skin types and pregnancy.

How to combat dry and dehydrated skin

We’ve all been there. Neglecting our skin is unfortunately a sin most of us commit on a regular basis. And let’s face it, there really is no nicer feeling than slipping into clean sheets with silky smooth skin to compliment. It’s the simple things in life that really go the extra mile. So we’re here to teach you the easiest and fastest way to give your skin a little TLC, in under 2 minutes. Step 1: Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate The most simple, yet the most neglected part of any skin care regimen. Long gone are the days of harsh scrubbing applicators and routines, feeling like our skin is going red raw with the pressure.  If you’re using a 100% natural DHA self-tanner, then the self-tan only sits on the first layer of your skin, your epidermis. Synthetic or chemical DHA-based tans actually seep into the lower levels of your skin, making it much more difficult to remove.  In essence, we always recommend that you opt for a 100% natural DHA self-tanner. Not only to add ease to the post tanning removal process, but to also support a healthy relationship with your skin and it’s overall health. To exfoliate, we recommend using a light to medium pressurised, natural body scrub that also harbours benefits for the skin. Our Essentials Body Scrub is an all-natural formulation that gently but effectively exfoliates the skin while replenishing moisture. Pink french clay and nourishing plant based oils work together to promote skin elasticity and renewal. Infused with a blend of grape seed oil and rosa damascena flower oil, this combination is designed to provide antibacterial properties, minimising the occurrence of body acne and other skin concerns. Step 2: Stay hydrated We know that sometimes getting your 2L of H2O every day can be more of a laborious chore, rather than a self care act. Keeping your skin hydrated should be no less of a priority than the latter.  There are generally 3 ways you can go about this: 1 - Mid-wash hydration This is usually when you use an in-shower or oil-based product whilst you wash. Our in-shower body oil is a great product for this method of combating skin hydration. Enriched with soothing ingredients such as chamomile and coconut oil, the formulation of our Shower Oil has been designed to soften the skin's surface and help control skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Our in-shower body oil also includes nourishing plant-based oils such as grapeseed oil, which aims to provide intense hydration to the skin.  To use, apply generously to wet or damp skin in the shower. Following this, massage all over your body and focus on any dry areas or where the skin is cracked and neglected (elbows, knee caps etc). Lastly, rinse off in the shower and you’re good to go!  A product like that is perfect for daily use and complimentary for all skin types and skin aversions, including sensitised skin. 2 - Post-wash hydration The second and probably most obvious skin hydration tip is to moisturise daily. We recommend using a 3-in-1 product, like our Gradual Tan Moisturiser. Using 100% natural DHA and other natural ingredients and oils, our Gradual Tan can be used as a daily moisturiser, a tan extender or a gradual tan. 3 - General product mindfulness As explored above, the importance of choosing to use products that contain natural ingredients and oils is extremely important - especially when you are applying it topically all over your body's largest organ. Always be sure to educate yourself regarding what is actually in a product and favour ingredient-focused formulations. Also, try to get in the habit of electing to seek out products that are sustainable in their packaging and their ethos. Our new Essentials range has been designed using 100% recyclable materials and is safe for all skin types and pregnancy.