Us beauty lovers are always on the scroll for the best skincare advice to follow when it comes to their skincare routine. We all find it hard to understand what ingredients we can pair together in our routine that will compliment our routine that our skin will love.
Skin Proud sat down with Skin Proud Consultant and Certified Dermatologist Dr Marisa Garshick to share the lowdown on what is the best ingredient combination to pair together and her derm-approved budget buys from Skin Proud for under €17!
Hyaluronic acid and Ceramides – when considering hydrating the skin, it is important to work to both draw moisture in using humectants like hyaluronic acid or glycerin, while also trapping moisture in using ingredients that help to support the skin barrier such as ceramides.
Vitamin C and SPF – it is always good to pair vitamin C with SPF to provide added protection against UV radiation as vitamin C can help to protect against any free radical damage that may occur as a result of UV exposure.
Niacinamide and Exfoliating Acids or Retinol – since niacinamide helps to support the skin barrier and calm the skin. It is great to pair with ingredients that may be irritating on the skin, such as retinoids or exfoliating acids.
In some cases, these ingredients may be found in the same product or can be used by pairing them together in different products.
Skin Proud Bright Boost 2% vitamin C multi-vitamin serum
- Targeting dullness, uneven tone and lacklustre skin this serum is all about giving you a glowing boost
- This lightweight powerful serum is packed full of potent essential vitamins for the perfect wakeup call in a bottle
- Formulated with 2% vitamin C, skin softening vitamin B5, antioxidant rich vitamin E and revitalising kakadu plum extract
- Giving your skin a serious vitamin hit for a continuous healthy, revitalised appearance
- Use after cleansing and before moisturising, apply 1-2 pumps of serum to face and neck.
- 100% vegan and PETA approved cruelty free
- Paraben free and dermatologically tested
- Uses eco-friendly Soy Ink, FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council Wood) and the outer packaging is 100% recyclable
- RRP €13.99 from iamproud.com
Skin Proud Smooth Talk 2% hyaluronic acid gel serum
- Boost your skincare routine with the ultra-hydrating serum
- Powered by skin loving hyaluronic acid and rejuvenating peptides
- Clarifying pineapple extract gently softens the skin, ensuring a radiant and even skin tone
- The serum locks in the skin’s natural moisture for a plumped and hydrated complexion
- 100% vegan and PETA approved cruelty free
- Paraben free and dermatologically tested
- Uses eco-friendly Soy Ink, FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council Wood) and the outer packaging is 100% recyclable
- RRP €14.99, available from iamproud.com
Skin Proud Secure the Barrier Skin Barrier Support Cream
- A lightweight and nourishing cream that helps the skin maintain moisture whilst protecting and supporting the skin’s natural moisture barrier
- With an active urban shield complex which is kind to skin by helping it protect against the damaging effects of environmental aggressors
- The cream is packed full a gentle blend of hydrating and restoring actives; niacinamide, squalane and ceramide
- With antioxidant rich vitamin E, hyaluronic acid and avocado oil to keep skin restored, replenished with a health looking glow
- 100% vegan and PETA approved cruelty free
- Paraben free
- Dermatologically tested and non-comedogenic
- Clinically proven for 24 hour hydration
- The packaging and lid is 100% recyclable
- Uses eco-friendly Soy Ink, FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council Wood) and the outer packaging is 100% recyclable
- RRP €14.95, available at Iamproud.com and instore and online at Dunnes
Skin Proud Serious Shade Lightweight Hydrating SPF 50+ Sun Serum
- An ultra-lightweight, hydration SPF 50+ serum formulated to provide superior broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection by absorbing UV light to protect and defend your skin and fight the signs of skin aging.
- Contains a cocktail of powerful skin loving ingredients such as ceramides, acerola cherry and spirulina which work to leave skin feeling hydrated, soothed and most importantly, protected
- The silky smooth, serum like texture soaks instantly into skin, leaving a healthy and dewy glow with no white cast, the perfect base to wear under makeup
- 100% vegan and PETA approved cruelty free
- Paraben free and dermatologically tested
- The outer packaging is 100% recyclable and the bottle is also made from 30% PCR plastic
- Uses eco-friendly Soy Ink, FSC (Forestry Stewardship Council Wood) and the outer packaging is 100% recyclable
- RRP €16.95, available from iamproud.com and instore and online at Dunnes