The morning and night cleanse

I thought in celebration of a new blog I'd try a new cleanser. A relatively cheap one at £5.60 (sale price) from the body shop!

A beautiful smell and a light texture - a very good start! Face felt fresh - I'll keep you posted on how I get on!

http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/shop-by-range/vitamin-e/vitamin-e-cream-cleanser.aspx

I think trying to cleanse on the go is so difficult but you have to be disciplined and cleanse your face morning and night!

There are some key steps to good cleansing and skin care

1. Take off your makeup: Yes, this is the most important, I read something once that said it can age your skin by leaving it on (as well as being yucky!) so it is an important part of my skin care routine. I use olive oil to remove my eye make up and always take extra care around the skin of my eyes.

2. Choose products to suit your skin: I think you have to experiment at times and watch as your skin preferences change over time! Having 'normal' skin means you are very lucky and can experiment a little more. For those with sensitive skin it has to be gentle to avoid breakouts! (like my skin!)

3. Take your time: Open your pores with lukewarm water (nothing too warm, or else it can make the skin dry and also harm the skin). Then use a cleanser that suits your skin type to clean the face. I always use my cleanser on your finger tips and rub all over my face gently in a circular motion all over my face and neck! (Don't forget your neck!)

4. Listen to your skin: was your face not just morning and night but after any exercise or sweating! Your face will tell you when it's feeling grimey!

5: Follow up: tone and moisturise!