Care for Your Skin and Boost Your Mental Health
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while you might not immediately link mental health to skin care, the two are closely connected.
Stress can make skin conditions worse, and dealing with a skin condition can, in turn, worsen stress and mental well-being. This creates a frustrating cycle where stress and skin problems feed into each other.
With this in mind, the experts at E45 offer advice for keeping your skin in top condition.
Know Your Skin Type
The key to effective skincare is understanding your skin type – normal, oily, dry, combination, or sensitive.
Normal Skin: Well-balanced with few imperfections and barely visible pores. Care involves gentle cleansing twice daily, using a light moisturiser, and applying sunscreen. Weekly exfoliation maintains the skin's natural glow.
Dry Skin: Often feels tight and looks flaky. Care includes using a hydrating cleanser, applying rich moisturiser immediately after cleansing, and considering facial oils. Humidifiers can help in dry environments.
Oily Skin: Characterised by excess sebum, enlarged pores, and prone to blemishes. Care involves using a gentle foaming cleanser, oil-free products, and lightweight moisturisers. Clay masks can help absorb excess oil.
Combination Skin: Typically features an oily T-zone with drier cheeks. Care requires balancing different needs, using a mild cleanser, and considering multi-masking for targeted treatment.
Sensitive Skin: Easily reacts to products or environmental factors. Care focuses on using fragrance-free, hypoallergenic products and avoiding harsh scrubs. Sunscreen is crucial, preferably a gentle, mineral-based formula.
Remember, skin type can change over time due to age, hormones, and climate. Adjust your routine as needed and consult a dermatologist for persistent issues.
E45's Face Care Range
E45 offers a range of products suitable for various skin types:
Face Foaming Cleanser: Removes impurities¹ᵃ while preserving skin's natural moisture barrier.¹ᵇ It's gentle on sensitive skin,¹ᶜ helps calm inflammation,¹ᵈ and leaves your complexion feeling hydrated and refreshed.¹ᵉ
Daily Protect Moisturiser: Provides SPF 30 and UVA/UVB protection²ᵃ with a trio of emollients²ᵇ to shield against daily pollution.²ᶜ This lightweight, deeply hydrating cream²ᵈ helps rebuild and protect your skin barrier.²ᶠ
Face Night Cream: Delivers overnight moisture³ᵃ in a lightweight formula³ᵇ for recovery.³ᶜ Enriched with five nourishing oils³ᵈ and antioxidants,³ᵉ it hydrates, softens, and restores³ᶠ your skin's natural barrier.³ᵍ
Hydrating Face Serum: Offers instant hydration lasting up to 48 hours.⁴ᵃ Its non-greasy, gentle formula⁴ᵇ with a clinically proven triple-moisturising complex⁴ᶜ leaves skin feeling 55% more hydrated.⁴ᵈ
Lips & Dry Spots Balm: The ultimate skin saviour for chapped lips and dry spots.⁵ᵃ Formulated with purified lanolin,⁵ᶜ Vitamin E,⁵ᵈ and beeswax,⁵ᵉ it provides intense hydration,⁵ᶠ leaving skin soft, supple, and nourished.
Final Thoughts
A tailored skincare routine isn't just about appearance; it's about feeling good, too. By understanding your skin
type and using the right products, you can improve your skin's health and self-confidence. Whether you're dealing with oiliness, dryness, or a combination, there's a skincare solution designed for you.
The NEW E45 face care product range is available from selected independent pharmacies, Clicks and Dis-Chem stores. The range is also available from Takealot. For more information, visit E45 and join the conversations on Facebook, YouTube, Tik Tok and Instagram.
References :
1. E45 Cleanser Final Claims Grid, October 2021.
2. E45 SPF Day Cream Proof of Effect, December 2022.
3. E45 Face Night Cream Proof of Effect, January 2023.
4. E45 Hyaluronic Acid Serum Claim Support, January 2023.
5. E45 Lips & Dry Spots Balm Proof of Effect, December 2023.
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