Beauty Secrets

6 Skin Saviors for the New Year

Refresh your skin care routine with these locally sourced beauty buys.

By Aoife Reilly January 19, 2016

Morihata Binchotan Facial Cleansing Mask ($50), Glasswing

Charcoal-rich masks have been big news in skincare for a while now and for good reason. Great for partied-out skin, this mask absorbs excess oil and draws impurities to the surface of the skin. Available at Glasswing, it contains no alcohol, parabens, or fragrances making it suitable for sensitive skin.

Ernest Supplies Protective Matte Moisturizer ($25), Likelihood

Dryness and redness are just some of the cold weather skin problems men face in the Northwest. At this time of year, you need a face moisturizer that protects against the elements but also hydrates and nourishes the skin. This simple but effective moisturizer gives skin the perfect balance of hydration, yet absorbs easily without a thick heavy residue.

Kari Gran Hydrating Tonic ($35)

If you like to layer, this is the product for you. It’s made up of natural ingredients that soothe dry and irritated skin. It works great as a pick-me-up during the day when skin is feeling tired but for an extra boost of hydration, add it to your regime before your serum.

Susan Grace Skincare Illumination Collagen Boost ($60)

While moisturizers protect and nourish the skin, serums take care of specific issues such as hyperpigmentation, dullness, and discoloration. Developed for Northwest skin, Susan Grace’s Illumination Collagen Boost contains hyaluronic acid which works wonders on parched and weathered skin.

Herbivore Botanicals Orchid Facial Oil ($64)

If dullness is your main concern, a facial oil is a great investment. In contrast to heavier creams and lotions, this facial oil from local brand Herbivore Botanicals, absorbs easily and doesn’t leave a greasy texture on the skin. Warm a few drops in your hands and massage in firmly. Skin is left feeling soft, plump, and refreshed.

Teadora Rainforest at Dusk Nourishing Body Butter ($39)

Bodycare can often take a back seat during the holiday season so now is the time to give it some attention. Bellevue brand Teadora has an incredible range of nourishing and sweet-smelling body products but our favorite is the nourishing body butter. Packed to the brim with rich natural oils from the Amazon rainforest, it soothes tired skin and reduces the appearance of discoloration and imperfections.

If you spent the holiday season celebrating too much and sleeping too little, there’s a good chance your skin is in need of some TLC. While we all know the beauty benefits of drinking more water and exercising outdoors, there’s a host of locally sourced products that’ll help restore your natural glow.

Health and Beauty, Glasswing, Likelihood, Skin Care

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