No festive season is complete without a good skincare hamper because whether you're attending yet another Diwali party this season, or recovering after way too many nights out, you'll need a good set of products to ensure you're glowing all the time, no matter what. So if you're building your skincare hamper whether it is for your own self or to gift someone else, ensure you've got all the right ingredients to help your skin. And for those of you confused about what products should you pack in that hamper, you've come to the right place. Let us tell you everything you need!
Step 1: Face Wash
It goes without saying, no skincare routine can begin without using a face wash/cleanser.
Before you go about applying any product, you need to ensure your skin has been thoroughly cleansed – a good face wash is one that removes all dirt, muck & impurities while also cleaning away remnants of products applied the day or night before.
Face Cleansers we recommend:
Step 2: Serum
Now that you've cleansed your face, it's time to treat it. Depending on your skin issues, there are different serums to address different kinds of skin concerns. A serum with vitamin C can help address pigmentation, one with niacinamide will help deal with excess oil production and a retinol serum is your best bet against fine lines and wrinkles. If your skin barrier is damaged, you'll need a serum with ceramides and peptides.
Serums we recommend:
Step 3: Moisturiser
It isn't enough to treat your skin with a good serum – you've also got to lock it all in with a moisturiser. Plus, a good moisturiser will also provide a much-needed dose of hydration to your skin, because lack of adequate moisture is where most of your skincare issues begin, and we don't want that, right?
Moisturisers we recommend:
Step 4: Sunscreen
Lastly, the most important step – sunscreen. No amounts of serums & moisturisers can save your skin if you aren't protecting it from the harmful UV rays. SPF 50 is not a choice – it's a must-use for all of us, no matter what the climate outside. Get yourself a good SPF, one that absorbs quickly, doesn't feel too sticky & doesn't leave a white cast.
Sunscreens we recommend: