SKINCARE ROUTINE // ORIGINS

Lets face it, it is all too easy for women in their twenties to take beautiful skin for granted. Gone are the teenage days of raging hormones and spots, but the idea of frown lines and wrinkles seems too distant. However, having recently turned 25, I am more aware of the need to invest in my skin now. The skin starts to age naturally in your mid-20s so preventative care and early treatment is key to maintaining a youthful glow. 

Cue Origins... I must admit I have only started getting into the brand within the past six months, but as well as delivering noticeable differences to my skin, I also love the fact that all the products are natural. I have been loving my skincare routine lately [and i think my skin has been thanking me] so I thought why not share it with you guys...

After cleansing my face in the morning, I lightly massage and dab in the Starting Over Age-Erasing Eye Cream with Mimosa, which is designed to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. This was my first ever eye cream and I love it. The skin around my eyes just looks so much more youthful and it really does help to fill out lines. As an extra bonus I have also noticed my concealer's staying power lasts a lot longer. I use this cream both in the day and night. 

Next step, is the much raved about GinZing Energy Boosting Moisturiser, and I bought the limited addition super-size. If the smell of sweet citrus isn't enough to wake you up in the morning than the skin-boosters like panax ginseng and coffee bean certainly will. This moisturiser is perfect for the summer, because it is lightweight and oil-free. It makes my skin feel super silky and soft and totally hydrated. This is definitely a product I will be re-purchasing. 

When it's time for bed, I switch to High Potency Night-A-Mins mineral enriched renewal cream. It has a complete different texture to GinZing - a lot thicker and richer. It has relaxing aromas to help you doze off, which I love, and best of all you wake up radiant and refreshed. I can honestly notice a difference when I don't use this, and I just love how renewed my skin feels. No more dullness - that's for sure. 

Possibly one of my favourite products, is the much talked about Original Skin Renewal Serum with Willowherb. I use this both in the day and night and I swear it's the product that has really helped to restore the glow in my skin. Not only does it shrink my pores [perfect for making my skin look flawless], but it also minimises my flaws and smooths out any roughness. I let it sink in for about 30 seconds and I'm left with a face that just feel vibrant and replenished. 

Finally, who doesn't like nothing more than putting on your favourite film, with a glass of wine and your favourite face mask. It's one of my favourite things to do and my mum recently bought me the Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask to clear pores. I am a big fan of the Lush fresh face masks but this is right up there with the best. The charcoal acts like a magnet to draw out pore-cloggers and the white china clay absorbs environmental pollutants,  so you are left with luscious looking skin that not only feels but looks great. It's lovely and thick and I leave it on for a good 15/20 minutes before washing off with a flannel. 

If you have me on Instagram, you will see I posted this picture below, as part of Origin's weekly competition #MaskMonday. All you have to do is post a picture of yourself in your mask and you could be in with a chance of winning three masks. I was over the moon when I got picked as this week's winner and I cannot wait to try the other masks - Thanks Origins! 

Let me know if you have tried any of these products and what you think, particularly if you have tried some of the other masks!

Love Nic

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