Showing posts with label moisturiser. Show all posts
Showing posts with label moisturiser. Show all posts

Wednesday, 1 June 2016

Beat Dry and Damaged Skin with Dermastine


Dermastine Products


If you don’t know it yet; you should. If you have not tried it yet, you must do yourself this one service. Are you pregnant? Breastfeeding? Trying to lose weight? Trying to tighten your skin? Struggling to prevent or treat dry skin on your face? Dermastine creams are the answer to these skin concerns. 

It is a rich formula of Vitamin A, E, and Pure Elastin to prevent stretch marks, nourish dry skin and tighten skin. Dermastine cream is the best product on the market for stretch mark and dry skin prevention. This incredible range is available at Dischem Pharmacies countrywide. 

Dry Skin

I discovered Dermastine during pregnancy nine years ago. The product was recommended by my gynaecologist. I already had the regular arsenal of stretch mark prevention treatments and this particular product seemed expensive in comparison. I reluctantly bought it and hoped for the best. 

As I ballooned from 45kgs to just under 78kgs I was sure that my skin would never be able to return to its pre-pregnancy state. After my first child, I expected all the baby fat to melt away like ice on a hot day. Fast forward two years. Add in a better diet and regular exercise I was back in my size 28 jeans. 


Stretch Marks
I am grateful that I discovered Dermastine.  It prevented stretch marks in all my rapidly expanded areas. Stretch marks are a result of the skin being pulled beyond its elastic capacity and literally tearing leaving linear indentations. These lines start off dark red that eventually fade to silver stripes. Once skin has stretched there are no non-invasive and or painless ways to remove stretch marks. The best treatment for it is prevention. The best way to do that is to use Dermastine.

Dermastine body cream has two variants. One for ‘during pregnancy’,  the other pre- or post-pregnancy: ‘with Vitamin A’. During pregnancy one should avoid Vitamin A. The during pregnancy cream contains 3% pure elastin and Vitamin E. The pre and post pregnancy cream contains 3% elastin, Vitamin E, and Vitamin A. These key ingredients allows the skin maximum elasticity to stretch and return without tearing.

One of my friends on her second pregnancy heard me rave about this amazing product and tried it. After her pregnancy, she said: “I got stretch marks in my first pregnancy and not a single one in my second while I was using Dermastine. If only I had known about it sooner.” 

Dermastine with Vit A has been my all over body cream of choice for many years. Particularly because I exercise a great deal. Some months I may up my workout routines and then slow down again. As my body changes during these times, my skin stays intact. 

Dermastine also has a face cream range with three variants of 1%, 2% and 3% elastin, Vitamin A, and E. I have dry and sensitive skin on my face. When I apply makeup and powder it tends to dehydrate my skin. I love the matte look and so I do use powder. What that means is that I need a very nourishing base cream under my foundation. These Dermastine base creams are phenomenal. I prefer the 3% because my skin is very dry. So, if your skin is normal to oily perhaps try one of the other two. 

Dermastine Products

The latest addition to Dermastine face is the Hydration cream free from Vit A. This is a non-greasy formula specifically developed for users of oral acne treatment. Oral acne treatments such as Roaccutane have an extremely drying effect on the skin. This cream will help with those kinds of excessive drying. I use it when I exfoliate my skin and it is absolutely amazing at moisturising my skin when I do an extreme scrub. 


My final thumbs up for this brand is the fact that it is made locally. It is easily accessible and available at Dischem. The prices range for the R150ML product is R299,99. The face range products are R199,95. 

Tuesday, 22 March 2016

Garnier Pure Active

Deep Pore unclogging wash, Micellar Cleansing Water, Toner and 3-in-1 wash, scrub and mask


I am pleased to announce that I am now a Garnier Pure Active ambassador. 

What this means is that I get to indulge and share my love for this brand and specifically the Pure Active range. I do not have perfect skin. However, since I have only one skin, the best way to ensure it remains in good health is a great skin regime. Clean skin is what ensures my skin stays clear and my insurance comes from using Garnier. 

I obsess about clean skin. I am the crazy person who tries everything to get every speck of grime off my face. I have sensitive and dry skin thus I am mindful of the cleansers I use on my face. I want products that can deep clean without being abrasive. 

I don't have constant acne but I do have periodic breakouts when my hormones fluctuate. One minute I can have clear skin and the next I could have hills. Again, clean skin is my best defense against breakouts potentially getting out of control. 

I have huge pores that love collecting dirt that can lead to blackheads. Regular, thorough cleansing is my solution. I am also prone to sunburn and skin blemishes so my skin regime can be extensive. I love make-up, but after each application, I have to ensure that I clean all product residue to restore an optimum skin balance. So, limiting  potential inflammatory bacteria that can cause breakouts. 

My biggest challenge with all skin regimes is adherence. Often, I have the best intentions, all the right products, but I end up not using them. The products work too slowly and the process takes too long. I end up just watching the products evaporate leading to significant waste. 

What I love about the Garnier skin regime is that it is simple, quick and easy to use. Some of the products such as the 3-in-1 cleanser, scrub and mask give me three different products in one single application. The Micellar Cleansing Water is amazing; a quick wipe and my make-up is removed, especially after a long night when I am just too tired for any rigmarole. The cleansing wipes give a swift and easy clean. I will share all the products, in turn, to demonstrate how user-friendly this skin regime is. In five minutes, morning and night, I can go from clogged to spotless. The products are reasonably priced and widely available. I am in love with my Garnier skin regime. 

What this means for you, the readers, is that first I will give you the full run down on the what, how and when of each product. I will also be sharing some love by sending some of you the products to test and share your views. If you have any of the issues I listed above, you will love this range. For those of you with more acne related skin concerns, there is a specific Intensive range that is suitable for oily skin. 

Pure Active Intensive Range


So look out for what will follow on this exciting journey with Garnier Pure Active



Lots of Love Naturally


Silk Helmet Lady