What does your skin really need?

What Does Your Skin Need

Healthy skin isn’t about being flawless-it’s about balance, resilience and function. It’s skin that protects you, heals well and feels comfortable. It reflects your overall well-being and is a result of consistent care not perfection. Your skin is a reflection of more than just your skincare routine-it’s shaped by what you eat, how you live and the way you treat yourself everyday. 

Signs of healthy skin:

1. Smooth texture- soft and even to touch

2. Balanced hydration- skin feels comfortable and doesn’t look dull/flaky

3. Strong skin barrier- fewer breakouts/reactions, heals quickly from wounds/irritation, doesn’t sting/burn when applying gentle products

4. Natural radiance- healthy, subtly glow

5. Even tone and minimal redness

6. Resilience- can handle water/weather changes, doesn’t constantly feel inflamed, itchy or reactive

SKINCARE

Your skin needs support, not suffocation.

• Gentle cleansing to remove dirt and excess oil without stripping natural moisture

• Moisturisation using hydrators like hyaluronic acid + occlusives like ceramides

• Daily sun protection

• Barrier care- avoid over exfoliating and keep you microbiome and lipid barrier healthy

• Targeted treatments based on your skin needs

FOOD

Glowing skin doesn’t start and end at the bathroom mirror. What you eat shows up on your skin, sooner or later.

• Antioxidants: combat free radicals and support collagen

• Omega 3s reduce inflammation ad keeps skin supple

• Zinc and selenium help repair skin and manage acne

• Hydration

• Limit sugar and diary- it can trigger inflammation and breakouts

LIFESTYLE

Your daily habits matter just as much as skincare and food.

• 7-9 hours of sleep

• Stress management

• Exercise

• Avoid smoking and limit alcohol

• Healthy skin comes from long-term habits, not quick fixes.