Anti-Pollution Skincare

In Big Cities pollution is undeniable, it's sad to think that every day we are living and breathing in a contaminated environment that is harmful not only for our skin that suffers, but most importantly for our health. My ideal life will be in a small city in the countryside or near the sea, but until my dream come true and I have the courage to make it happen I try, as much as I can, to lessen the effects of this nasty particles suspended in the air, water etc.

So, as it is starting to become a big issue, cosmetics companies have started their scientific research in order to find formulas that prevent skin ageing from air pollution.

Elisabeth Arden Prevage City Smart SPF 50

This hydrating shield protects the skin from UV rays, pollution and aging whilst delivering the most natural luminosity.
Applying SPF every single day is a must for me. One of my friend's mum has the most incredible skin at the age of 64 and she swears by SPF applied on a daily basis, the highest, even if it's cloudy. For years the damages that the direct exposure to the sun can cause to your skin have been proven, but what about the new enemy? Pollution...Well this product creates an invisible barrier to prevent the penetration of harmful toxins. Indeed air pollution causes premature ageing and the appearance of pigment age spots. 
A year ago a big dark spot popped out from nowhere on my right cheek, next to my scalp and I immediately knew that it couldn't be caused by the sun as I apply religiously my SPF every single day. The exact moment I realized that I freaked out and begun to make some changes in my skincare routine. 
This product is a good base to face the urban air with its anti-oxidant formula that supports the skin's natural barrier to fight against the penetration of tiny particles of nitrogen dioxide and other chemicals. 

OSKIA City Life Cleansing Concentrate

Cleansing your complexion is absolutely necessary to remove all the nasty particles that your skin has accumulated throughout the day. At night it's very important to take off your makeup, sweat but also the film of pollutants. The microscopic contaminants of air pollution are smaller than your pores and they create free radicals breaking collagen and the lipid protective barrier that ensures hydration and elasticity. 
I love this Cleansing Concentrate because only 2 drops are necessary to refresh and clean your face. The blend of ingredients is incredible to smell. I personally love the eucalyptus oil that instantly relaxes me. This beautifully packaged product does everything that an environmentally stressed complexion needs. It calms irritated skin, gently exfoliates, detoxifies and has a potent cocktail full of vitamins. These last ones, vitamins A, C and E, also known as antioxidants are essential to neutralise the damages. 

Caudalie Overnight Detox Oil

This night oil is fantastic, my skin looks fresh, hydrated, distressed and repaired the morning after the application. Its formula is 100% natural, a blend of 5 essential oils and 3 plant oils (grape seed, sweet almond, bitter orange, carrot, sandalwood, sunflower, lavender and rosemary). The key ingredient is Resveratrol a potent antioxidant found in grape seed oil. This polyphenol acts as a protector of your skin barrier and has also the ability to reject the negative environmental toxins. Resveratrol activates cell renewal to minimise the undesirable ageing effects. 

Caudalie Instant Detox Mask

If this product has won the Elle International Beauty Award in 2015 it's for a good reason...It does exactly what it says on the packaging, purifies stressed city dwelling skin, treating all forms of radical damage.
What I truly love about this mask is that it's formulated with 99,3% of natural ingredients. The main one is french pink clay, a compound of minerals that has the ability to absorb efficiently all the impurities locked on the pores of the skin like dirt, oil and also tiny particles of air pollution. While pink clay eliminates daily grime and toxins it also polishes your face, tightens your pores for a smooth baby soft complexion. I use it twice a month, because I also apply other masks in between. 
After I have removed my makeup and washed my face, I put it all over my complexion and let it dry. I take it off after 15 to 20 min with warm water. This type of clay is suitable for any skin type, even for sensitive or mature skin as it acts as a natural exfoliator avoiding the irritation caused by friction or chemical ingredients. 


And you, how do you deal with air pollution? Do you have a specific routine or use any useful product?

Unicorn Beauty

The Beauty Community is my particular wonderland where I feel myself. It's this magic space on the internet where I'm free and happy, where I find amusement and creativity. In other words, here I forget about everything that causes me anxiety: health, tragedies, career, money, social conventions... 

When I plan for the next post that I'm going to write on my blog or I'm feeling inspired by something, suddenly my life becomes more interesting and fun, I feel like an unicorn! With everything that it's going on in the world, I just want to enjoy the moment and appreciate every detail that can make my life a little more exciting. 

Glam Glow Gravitymud Firming Treatment

This mask that smells like coconut is freaking amazing! I can't help myself but laugh when I see my face in the mirror with this futuristic silver mask. In the jar it's pearlescent white, but when you apply it and let it dry the colour changes.
 I love the fact that it comes with a little flat brush for an effortless, more precise and hygienic application.
 It's a peel off formula when it dries that tightens your pores and make your complexion brighter.
I recommend you to apply a very thick layer, so it will be easier to remove it. If you still have some leftovers you can take them off with warm water and a towel.
It's a fantastic pre-makeup treatment for a more plumped and luminous skin.

Lush Daddy O Shampoo

I'm really into purple and blue shampoos at the moment, as my hair tend to be very brassy after the Summer. These pigments are your best friends when you have grey, platinum and blonde hair, because they erase the yellow and orange tones. I have tried so many and what a discovery I made when I found this one!
First of all, the scent! Oh! It's out of this world...This shampoo smells like fresh violets with a hint of lemon and with a sweet base note that lasts...dreamy! My boyfriend is an absolute fan, and he has brown hair.
In the shower you will feel like a fairy, a siren an unicorn or whatever mythical creature you want to be with its magical purple foam that instantly puts you in a good mood.

Fenty Beauty Match Stix in Confetti

If you didn't know yet, Rihanna launched in September a new brand called Fenty Beauty.
From all the products of the range, the most appealing for me is the Match Sticks. I like how versatile they are. You can use them to contour, to add a pop of blush, to highlight, even as an eye shadow. It's quick and easy to apply them. You can use your fingers and dab little quantities and progressively build up the colour until you are satisfied with the result.
 I initially picked the Match Stix in the shade Unicorn, but I quickly changed my mind and chose instead Confetti. For me it is more fun and less purple. Sometimes I rave about a product highly pigmented, this time I wanted something sheer. I love to put this stick with a minimal makeup on the top of the cheeks and on my eyelids. The shade is a lavender colour almost holographic with a hint of blue glitter. A very unique product when you want an ethereal makeup look.