Everything A Top Facialist Does To Get Glowing Skin

In my mid-30s, slower mornings are important for my cortisol levels. I’ve designed a life that supports a softer start to the day, beginning with warm water and lemon before heading out for a 30-minute walk with my dogs. I’m very lucky to have nature on my doorstep and being outside first thing really grounds me. Afterwards, I’ll have a nourishing breakfast with lots of protein.

Then comes some form of facial work – whether that’s gua sha, fascia work, lymphatic drainage or massage. I decide what my skin needs on the day but it’s important to create some movement in the skin, whether that’s with my fingers or a tool.

I shower in the morning and two or three times a week, I’ll dry brush beforehand. I like to use La Bonne Brosse’s Body Brush N°02. At the moment, I’m loving Mauli’s Sacred Union Body Wash. I only use it under my arms and on my intimate area – there’s no need to soap the entire body, as this can leave the skin feeling dry.

The Living Libations Best Skin Ever Seabuckthorn Oil is a staple in my routine. I genuinely wouldn’t know what to do without it. In the morning, I take three pumps onto a warm, damp cotton pad and massage it into my skin. This is my morning cleanse and it always leaves my skin feeling balanced and happy. Whenever I stray from it, I’m quickly reminded that I need to come back. 

As for serums, less is more. Keeping my skin happy and hydrated is the most important thing, so I love the Mēditatif Restorative Elixir. It has a beautiful lightweight texture that absorbs into the skin and I like to sweep it in the direction of the lymphatic system. It contains hyaluronic acid, aloe vera and glycerin – all ingredients that keep my skin hydrated – and they’re sourced from an organic farm. It’s uncomplicated, which is exactly what works for my skin.

My current moisturiser is Adipeau’s Volume Cream. It uses a blend of fatty acids and lipids intended to interact with the adipocytes, or fat cells, beneath the skin – an area that’s often overlooked. The cream essentially absorbs through the hair follicles, so I like to leave a slightly richer layer around the mouth and eyes, where there may be less volume. Over time, this is intended to absorb into the deeper layers and leave the skin looking subtly fuller. With consistency, I’ve really seen a difference in my skin.I love that Adipeau is a science-driven brand with a natural formula. It also makes the skin look incredibly juicy.

The last step in my morning routine is SPF. I like Mimétique’s Face Fluid SPF50. It’s lightweight and absorbs nicely into the skin. I usually let my skin be the main character, so I don’t wear much make-up. I’ll normally apply a little lip product – my current go-to is Violet Fr’s Lip Nectar in ‘Bêtise. I leave it on for a minute before removing it, which leaves behind a lovely wash of colour.