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Glass Skin Goals: How to Build a Routine That Actually Works
Tired of wasting time and money on products that promise to bring you the dewy luminescence that glass skin is famous for, only to leave you feeling disappointed?
While it’s true that some products can help to bring you that glossy sheen, this is usually only the case when they’re integrated into a routine where every step is focused on achieving a glass skin finish. Most importantly, that routine also needs to be tailored to your skin type in order for it to work as intended.
Where do you begin when it comes to creating a glass skin routine that actually works? Read on as Vine Vera breaks things down.
Begin With a Blank Canvas
Glass skin looks beautifully clean, which is why the very first step of your routine should be to cleanse your skin. This will not only remove dirt and sebum, but will also ensure that the rest of the products you apply can properly penetrate your skin and work to their full potential.
In order to ensure a thorough cleanse, a glass skin routine usually consists of a double cleanse. Just like the glass skin trend, the double cleansing technique also comes from South Korea. It involves first cleansing your face with an oil-based cleanser. This will remove the oil-based impurities from your skin. Then, follow up with a water-based cleanser to tackle water-based impurities.
Since you’re cleansing twice, neither of your cleansers should be too aggressive in nature. Stick to gentle formulas that also suit your skin type. The Resveratrol Cabernet Mousse Cleanser from Vine Vera is a popular water-based cleanser among those with dry or sensitive skin, while the Resveratrol Vitamin C Cleanser is a water-based product that’s loved by those with combination and oily skin.
Exfoliate for a Brighter Glow
Part of the appeal of glass skin is how it gives the face a crystal clear, almost pore-less finish. However, in order for your pores to look as invisible as possible, you need to make sure that they don’t contain any blockages. Dead skin cells, excess sebum, and more gather together to form plugs in the pores. Leave those to fester, and once bacteria enters into the mix, a breakout will emerge – definitely not what you want if you’re hoping for glass skin!
This is where exfoliation comes in. It’s a vital part of achieving that pore-less look, and it also offers up other benefits too. Just like cleansing, exfoliating will enhance the absorption of your other skincare products. It will also leave the skin looking brighter, smoother, and fresher.
Again, the key to making sure that this glass skin routine actually works for you is to ensure that the exfoliator you use is compatible with your skin type. If you have dry or sensitive skin, a formula like the Vine Vera Resveratrol Vitamin C Peeling would work well for you. It exfoliates with a gentle blend of mandelic acid and various natural powders. It also hydrates the skin, provides antioxidants, and contains an infusion of jojoba esters to leave the skin feeling conditioned.
If your skin type is combination or oily, check out the Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet High Potency Cellular Peel. Again, it uses both chemical and physical exfoliants. This time, however, bitter orange oil and vitamin C help to balance how greasy the skin feels, ensuring that your glass skin looks softly dewy rather than overly shiny.
Apply Your First Layer of Hydration
Ever wondered why glass skin always looks so intensely hydrated? That’s because it is! Hydration is a key part of achieving that glassy sheen. The more hydrated your skin is, the dewier, bouncier, and more radiant it will look.
While your usual skincare routine may only contain one hydrating product, a glass skin routine sandwiches together multiple layers of moisture. Each new layer helps to push the previous one in, resulting in that deeply hydrated finish that glass skin is associated with.
So, back to your routine. We’re now at the first layer of hydration, which is best done with a hydrating toner or essence. These may seem like extremely light and watery products, but they’re great for saturating freshly exfoliated skin with moisture. Toners have the added benefit of rebalancing the pH on the skin’s surface. This then leaves the skin feeling more receptive to the other products that you apply.
For the best results, pick a toner that contains a few different hydrating ingredients, like the Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet Toner. Try to apply it while your skin is still damp from cleansing, so that all of those extra water molecules are pushed into your skin too.
Target Your Visible Skin Concerns
If your skin is pretty much problem-free and you don’t have any visible skin concerns to deal with, you’ll be able to skip this step. However, for everyone else, that flawless finish that’s associated with glass skin can quickly be disrupted by the likes of breakouts, dark spots, wrinkles, and more.
When it comes to addressing visible skin concerns such as those, patience is key. It can take a while to bring about a long-term improvement in the complexion, which isn’t very helpful if you’re hoping for glass skin straight away.
What’s the solution? Look for fast-acting products that work immediately to mask the issues that you have with your appearance. Sure, those results won’t be permanent, but they’ll essentially be a quick fix that you can rely on until you’re able to solve your skin problems for good.
Take the Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet 60-Second Eye Solution, for example. Puffy eyes will quickly detract from the smooth, glassy look you’re seeking, but this solution will work to de-puff your appearance in just 60 seconds. Meanwhile, the Pinot Noir Wrinkle Repair Solution is a great go-to if you’re battling with the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It will leave your skin looking smoother, plumper, and firmer – everything you need for glass skin!
Hydrate Some More
It’s now time for another layer of hydration. This time, it should be provided in the form of a serum, which will ensure a much more intense burst of moisture.
Again, try to pick a product that contains a few different hydrating ingredients. The Vine Vera Resveratrol Pinot Noir Longevity Serum hydrates with a blend of sodium hyaluronate, glycerin, and lactic acid. It also boasts vitamin C and resveratrol – two powerful antioxidants.
The Resveratrol Vitamin C Serum also features a very hydrating blend. This formula hydrates with a selection of plant oils, including jojoba, avocado, olive, and coconut. As you can tell from its name, it’s also loaded with vitamin C, plus vitamins A and E!
Lock in the Hydration With a Moisturizer
Now that you’ve given your skin plenty of hydration, it’s time to lock all of that in with a moisturizer. This is a very important step – skip it and the majority of the hydrating ingredients that you’ve just applied will end up evaporating away in no time. If you want your glass skin to last for hours, sealing your skin with a moisturizer is a must.
Which moisturizer should you use? Hydrating formulas are best, as these will give your skin an extra layer of hydration. However, make sure that you also keep your skin type in mind when choosing a moisturizer. Using a formula that isn’t suitable for your skin type will only leave you with new problems to deal with!
Vine Vera’s Resveratrol Cabernet High Potency Moisture Day Cream is one that dry or sensitive skin will love. Thanks to an infusion of shea butter, aloe vera, and vitamin E, it’s a gentle moisturizer that will quickly leave your skin feeling softer and smoother.
On the other hand, if you have oily or combination skin, the Resveratrol Pinot Noir Phyto Silk doesn’t contain any heavy plant oils or butters. Instead, it hydrates with the likes of sodium hyaluronate, collagen, and peptides, while also being chock-full of antioxidants.
Find a Glow-Boosting SPF Product
If you’re following this glass skin routine during the day, there’s one final step that shouldn’t be skipped: SPF. There’s no point putting all of this effort into achieving gorgeous glass skin, only for the sun’s UV rays to then trigger inflammation and redness, quickly ruining all of your hard work.
With that said, it can sometimes be difficult to find a sunscreen that doesn’t leave the skin looking greasy or overly pale. Many of the heavier SPF products out there will dull the dewiness that your glass skin routine has achieved.
Fortunately, there are plenty of glow-boosting SPF products out there too – you just need to find one that works well for your skin! The Vine Vera Resveratrol Cabernet Replenishing Moisture Cream SPF 30 is one that’s loved by all skin types. Not only does it protect against the sun, but it also contains an infusion of antioxidants and hydrating ingredients, which will work to enhance your glass skin look.
Remember That Your Lifestyle Matters Too
Follow the steps above, and you’ll be well on your way to achieving glass skin. However, it’s important to remember that your lifestyle choices matter too. No matter how good your skincare routine may be, make the wrong lifestyle choices and you’ll struggle to achieve that flawless, dewy sheen.
If you want glass skin that looks as bright and radiant as possible, make sure that you:
- Eat a healthy and balanced diet
- Exercise regularly
- Keep stress to a minimum
- Get enough beauty sleep each night
All of this will significantly contribute to the healthy-looking complexion you’re hoping for.
Summary
Glass skin isn’t necessarily difficult to achieve, so long as you follow the right steps and use products that are fully compatible with your skin. Keep the tips that we’ve shared above in mind, and you’ll soon be rocking a glassy glow that will be the envy of everyone around you!
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