2023: And how to get ready for a new year
As we prepare to welcome the new year, 2023, it's time to start thinking about how we can look and feel our best. From skin care and hair care tips, there are many ways to get ready for the new year. Whether you're looking for a fresh start or just want to keep up with the latest trends, here's our guide to start your 2023 clean and fresh.
skincare
Starting the new year with a good skincare routine is important for several reasons. First, it helps to protect your skin from damage caused by environmental factors such as sun exposure, pollution and other toxins. Second, good skincare also helps to improve the appearance of your skin, making you look younger and healthier. And isn't that something we want to add to our list for 2023?
Foreo
Let's start off with cleansing the face. You can use your regular face cleanse and hands and fingers to clean your face. But did you know that cleansing your face with your hands is way less effective than using a cleansing device? Studies have shown it is actually 50 percent less effective! We recently tried the newly launched Foreo Luna 4, a clinically proven cleansing device that removes 99% of all dirt, oil and makeup residue from your face. At its price point, it may be a splurge, but the long-term effects of having a visibly smoother and tighter skin are definitely worth the investment for the new year. The device has small bristles that vibrate to cleanse the surface of your skin and can be used with your regular cleansing products. The Luna 4 also comes in a compact to-go size.
Paula's Choice
Paula's Choice has long been a favourite among skincare lovers and their C5 products are raved about on social media. The C5 Super Boost Moisturiser has clinically been proven to hydrate the skin whilst improving dullness and reviving the firmness of the skin. The hexapeptide-5 adds bounce to the skin and the gel-cream texture makes it a perfect way to start your morning. Add the concentrated Eye Cream to your routine as well to target common under-eye discolourations. To take care of your body, we recommend the 5% Niacinamide Body Serum. a body lotion that gently diminishes uneven skin tones and rejuvenates the skin. The pure retianl and antioxidants help transform the skin while the natural butters and oils hydrate the skin.
Bobbi Brown
The Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Priming Moisturiser is a cult favourite in the beauty community. The priming moisturiser is full of vitamins and antioxidants that not only nourish and hydrate the skin, but also prep the skin for a flawless makeup application. Unmissable to many makeup artists and those in-the-know as the bridge between your skincare and makeup routine.
The Ordinary
You know a brand is making waves on the internet when its main ingredient is catching up as a trend. Multi-peptide is what you want to remember. From The Ordinary, the entire multi-peptide line is what you want to get. Their bestselling serum is what you want to add to your routine — a serum that visibly improves the skin's smoothness and targets signs of ageing through the use of multi-peptide and hyaluronic acid. We tested the serum and in 2 weeks alone saw a visibly firmer, plumper and bouncier skin.
Haircare
Like skincare, haircare is especially important in the winter. Cold, dry air can strip the hair of its natural oils and make it dry, brittle, and prone to breakage. And the use of heaters, hot tools or hair dyes during the holidays have probably left a little damage to the hair.
Balmain
To maintain your healthy manes, choose for treatments that keep your hair moisturised and protected. And... since it's the new year, why not indulge a little in a luxurious treatment. We recommend the Balmain Hair Couture Shampoo & Conditioner duo to start the new year with. Since 1974, Pierre Balmain has set out to not only improve your wardrobe, but also your haircare. The Couleurs Couture shampoo not only cleanses your delicate locks but also restores your hair without stripping your hair of its colour or natural oils though a blend of argan, silk and cashmere. Meanwhile, the conditioner gives your hair a bit of extra care through the cashmere and silk infused proteins in the conditioner.
homecare
Scented candles, aroma reeds and diffusers are a great way to set a pleasant and relaxing atmosphere in your home. They provide a sense of warmth and can also have a calming effect to reduce stress and negativities. Some scents can even improve focus and boost energy — which is just perfect to start your new year with.
Molton Brown
Molton Brown has just launched their new Home Fragrance Collection and as long-time lovers of Molton Brown, we had to include it iin this edit. Light up your evenings with the Re-Charge Black Pepper Signature Candle and make your room smell of subtle winter-y woods, earthy notes and fresh citrus. During day-time, set up a bottle of scented aroma reeds to fill the room with your favourite Molton Brown fragrance. At the moment, the Home Fragrance Collection comes in the collections: Re-Charge Black Pepper, Orange & Bergamot, Delicious Rhubarb & Rose, Coastal Cypress and Sea Fennel and Mesmerising Oudh Accord & Gold.
makeup
January is always a month you want to stay at home most days, probably in your pj's on your comfortable couch. The only makeup you're probably wearing is when you have plans with your significant other. Say no more. We're keeping things natural for this month!
NARS
The NARS Light Reflecting foundation launched last year and quickly became a bestselling beauty line. The foundation is all about creating a flawless base whilst giving off that natural skin look (which we all love). The foundation comes in a whopping 36 shades, with a beautiful range of light to dark-toned and warm to neutral-toned shades. Apply the foundation using a beauty blender or a foundation brush. With the light texture, it will look like a second skin, while the skincare properties in the foundation will boost your skin from within. So if you want to start off the new year properly, add this to your makeup bag. Not only will it give your new year the radiance you deserve, the natural look of the foundation will boost your confidence while you go. Add one of NARS' all-time favourite Soft Matte concealer while you're at it to blur and smooth out your under-eye imperfections. And finish off with the Light Reflecting Loose Powder to set your overall look with a soft and silky finish. What we love about this powder is how lightweight it is. It diffuses fine lines and wrinkles instantly and leaves your skin looking natural but flawless.
Last but not least, to add a pop of colour to the face, we recommend the NARS Powermatte Lipsticks. These lipsticks are bold in colour, they're transfer-proof and super smooth (they really do glide on). Go for a light coral pink shade like Indiscreet, opt for subtle nude with Sweet Disposition or go for an all-bold red with Dragon Girl.
