Stephanie Darling:Holidays and injuries have taken their toll on my skincare regime. Time for a pick-me-up.iStock
The lowdown After returning from a European holiday,during which all my skincare regimens went to hell,partly as a result of fracturing both wrists (yes,really),I hot-footed it to Ella Baché for a Reawaken My Rejuvenation facial to deal with my dull,unexfoliated skin. I was greeted by Christine,a therapist I’ve known for years,so I knew she would work her magic to re-texture my skin with this treatment,which features a highly concentrated retinol mask. After double-cleansing my face using a cream and then a foaming cleanser,she focused on the area around my eyes using Ella Baché Eye and Lip Cleanser (,$47),before applying a fruit enzyme exfoliator. Christine’s hands,combined with the potent retinol and a Qigong brushing infusion,helped slough off all those dead skin cells. Next was a soothing facial massage followed by the application of ($50),to keep my freshly revealed skin safe from the sun.
Pain factor None.
Downtime Thirty uplifting minutes.
Results This quick-fix facial left my skin looking plump and fresh.
Where to get it Melbourne and Sydney:Ella Baché;. Cost:$85.
At home Try Ella Baché Purifying Tomate Emulsion (,$90) once or twice a week.
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Ask Steph
How do I keep my hair hydrated during summer?
Protect your locks from the annual onslaught of chlorine and salt water by using a hydrating hair mask,such as Kérastase Chronologiste Ultimate Masque (,$75) at least once
a week. Also apply before swimming.
Send questions to stephanie@darlingbeauty.com.au.
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