My Skincare Routine Winter Series

I thought I better finish this blog writing before Spring approaching!  Work & Life has been busy lately before I start that let's us look at my skincare routine.

It is said that the average Japanese (I am Malaysian) woman uses up to seven skin-care products several days a week and just as many makeup products. For me, I have starting my own 'Golden 4 Regimen' !!

The Golden 4 Regimen has become the gold standard for skin care. The regimen consists of two-step cleansing, hydrating and softening, enriching and then protecting.

1. Two-step cleansing

In the morning I use Cleansing Milk.  At the moment I am loving Sisley Lyslait Cleansing Milk with White Lily which I got a deluxe travel size bottle from Cosme-de. 

Sisley Lyslait Cleansing Milk with White Lily is suitable for dry/sensitive skin.  It is a creamy cleansing emulsion that dissolves the toughest of make-up products, whilst preserving the balance of dry, delicate skin. With its rich, yet perfectly fluid texture, Lyslait gives an instant feeling of comfort and well-being to dry and sensitive skins, without any oily sensation.

After long day work, I use La Mer The Cleansing Oil to remove my makeup at night.   The Cleansing Oil is a detoxifying cleanser that contains precious marine oils and transforms into a luxurious, milky fluid when water is added. The Miracle Broth™ infuses skin with precious nutrients, immersing it in moisture and energy. 

Then follow by Cosme Decorte AQMW Cleansing foam.  My skin feel clean and fresh.  I believe in double cleansing because nothing feel as good when your skin feel really clean. 

2. Hydrate & soften

In the pass, I used to think this step is such a waste of time and not essential.  Toner is basically 'expensive water'.
I changed my mind after I reached 30 yo and it is now part of my everyday skin regimen and I am loving it more. First, let me explain to you the different between Softner and Toner in a simple way.  A softener is part of the moisturising process, whereasa toner is part of the cleansing process. Most Japanese cosmetic brands have developed softeners in each skin-care line to soften, rehydrate and enhance the effectiveness of a moisturiser.  I always tell my friends that Japanese/Korean skincare focus on layering the products instead of ordinary 3-steps Skincare.

Currently loving SK-II Facial Treatment Essence travel size that I received from my friend, Florence.  This lasted me for 3 weeks! I also use La Mer Softerner if I use La Mer Cleansing Oil for cleansing.  Both make my skin smooth and smell divine.

Shiseido Eudermine is a new toner that I am trying.  The history of this red bottle is remarkable.  I will share more of my thoughts in the future. ^.^

3. Enrich

Beauticians often recommend special facial care once a week in addition to your regular daily regimen. Face masks are one of the recommended steps. Usually applied after a softener (or in place of a softener) but before moisteriser. 

I have three favourite masks that I would like to share with you.

♡ Deep Hydration Lifting Mask by Tatcha - for hydrating

This hydrating face mask is suitable for dry / combination skin.  It combines a proprietary red algae blend with HADASEI-3™ Bioactive Complex. The silken serum infuses skin with powerful moisture-enriching actives resulting in smoother, more luminous skin in minutes.  What is the different between this mask to others is the unique coconut-derived biocellulose hydrating face mask, developed originally to speed healing for burn victims, forms an occlusive layer on the skin that enables 53% deeper penetration vs. paper masks.
You can see my experience here.

♡ SKII Facial Treatment Essence (FTE) Mask - for intense hydration and brighthening.

This is a100 percent cotton mask drenches the skin with pitera’s fusion of vitamin, amino acids, minerals, and organic acids, while working to revitalize, comfort, and provide intense hydration. It immediately replenishes dehydrated skin, leaving it refreshed and cool.  It truly works.

This is a treat for me because they are pretty expensive but worth it.  if I have a late now and early morning week, I will use it on the week to boost hydration.

This mask truly delivers!

♡ My Beauty Diary - for everyday use and cost saving and result is pleasant too.

Have you wake up in the morning and look at the mirror and look horrible?  That is me! I am a late sleeper and early bird! Wake uo at 5:30am and sleep around 12am.  (Yup! I told you my life is busy!)

This mask is my everyday mask that without hurting my bank saving! 
I (try to) use this mask everyday in the morning after I cleanse my face and before I apply moisteriser, for as short as 15mins.  After I put it own, I go to kitchen to make a cuppa and pack my daughter's lunch box and fill up water bottle. That will use up 15mins without wasting anytime! Your skin texture instant hydrate from a cold night or heater room.  This can lift your mood instantly ( simetime I give myself a smile ^.^ in the mirror.  I love the feeling of.  Beside that, it is so easy to apply makeup and overall your complexion looks smooth for the day.

4. Protect

I have been using SKII Stempower in the morning and at night.  It is effectively makes pores to be less visible and make your skin smooth. 

I love to hear your skincare regimen and what do you use. 

I will see you next time.

Thanks for reading.....

Lilian ♡