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Tired of looking in the mirror and seeing dull skin staring listlessly back at you? If your skincare routine is failing to ignite your skin’s natural radiance, this is a sign that it could be missing something. What, exactly, do you need to change? Read on as Lionesse explains how to tweak your routine to restore your skin’s natural glow.
Consider a Second Cleanser
Dull skin is sometimes caused by impurities building up on the skin’s surface. Sure, you may already be cleansing your skin twice a day, but this may not be enough to remove heavy buildup. If you spend a lot of time in a dusty, dirty, or polluted environment, your current cleanser may not be capable of giving you the deep cleanse that your skin needs to remove that dulling layer of grime.
Does this mean that you should add in an additional cleanse each day, or perhaps switch to a more powerful cleanser? Neither option is great – they’ll only lead to over-cleansing, which causes serious skin barrier damage. If you want your skin to look flawless, that precious barrier needs to be kept as healthy as possible.
So, what’s the solution? Double cleansing. It’s a K-beauty technique that has infiltrated the skincare industry all over the world because of how effective it is. It involves using an oil-based cleanser followed by a water-based cleanser, like the Lionesse White Pearl Facial Cleanser. Oil-based cleansers are great at removing oil-based impurities, whereas water-based cleansers are better at eliminating water-based impurities. Combining gentle formulas of each enables you to give your skin the thorough cleanse that it needs without disrupting your skin barrier.
Try a Different Exfoliator
Exfoliation is usually a go-to when people are experiencing dull skin. Like cleansing, exfoliation removes impurities that dull the skin. However, unlike cleansing, exfoliation takes things deeper. This is why many notice that their skin immediately looks brighter after it has been exfoliated.
If your exfoliation efforts aren’t producing the same results, then this could mean that the exfoliator that you’re using isn’t a good match for your skin. The key is to figure out why. Is your exfoliator simply not powerful enough? Or could it be that it’s too strong for your skin? Both will prevent your exfoliator from bringing out your skin’s natural glow.
If you think that your exfoliator might be to blame for your dull skin, try switching to a different formula. Ideally, look for one that not only exfoliates the skin but also contains ingredients known for brightening the complexion.
This is where the Lionesse White Pearl Facial Peeling really shines. Not only does it effectively exfoliate the skin, but the inclusion of pearl powder in this formula gives the skin instant luminescence. This peel contains hydrating ingredients as well, which, as you’re about to find out, can also really help with dull skin.
Add in More Moisture
Dehydration is a common cause of dull skin. Sometimes, dullness is the only symptom to begin with, making it difficult to pinpoint dehydration as the culprit, at least until things get worse.
If your skincare routine isn’t giving your skin enough hydration, your skin cells will struggle to function optimally. They won’t be able to reflect light properly, and dead, dull cells won’t shed in the same way. Blood flow also decreases when the skin is dehydrated – something else that detracts from the skin’s natural radiance.
To prevent this, make sure that your skincare routine is filled with hydrating ingredients and products. Moisture sandwiching, which is when you layer multiple layers of hydration, is a great way to give your skin a big moisture boost.
Our advice? Start by applying a hydrating toner, like the Lionesse White Pearl Skin Toner, to your skin after cleansing. Then, follow up with a hydrating serum, like the Lionesse Morganite Transforming Serum. You could even double up with a second hydrating serum if your skin needs even more moisture. Finally, lock everything in with a hydrating moisturizer. The Morganite Reinforcing Cream is perfect for this!
Make Vitamin C a Priority
As we’ll soon be discussing, there are several ingredients worth knowing about if you’re trying to brighten the look of dull skin. Vitamin C, however, is one of the best. If your skincare routine is missing vitamin C power, it’s time to add some in. Not only does it work to brighten the complexion, but it brings so many other benefits too, from fighting the appearance of free radical damage to keeping the skin barrier feeling supported.
How should you incorporate vitamin C into your routine? Vitamin C can be found in just about every type of skincare product, from cleansers to moisturizers. It’s one of the most popular skincare ingredients around! However, if you want to really reap the rewards of this ingredient, use it in the form of a serum. Serums are able to carry high concentrations of active ingredients, with their lightweight nature meaning that they’re more effective at penetrating the skin than other product types.
If your skincare routine needs a vitamin C serum, the Lionesse White Pearl Vitamin C Serum won’t let you down. It contains 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid, a very stable and efficient form of vitamin C that’s both oil- and water-soluble, meaning that it easily absorbs into the skin. This serum has also been formulated with orange peel oil, giving you an additional source of vitamin C.
Use a Retinoid in the Evenings
Like vitamin C, retinoids are also worth focusing on if you’re struggling with dull skin. The name refers to a group of ingredients that are derivatives of vitamin A. There are several retinoids out there, and while each one has its own pros and cons, they’re all superstars when it comes to brightening, refining, and reviving the complexion.
Retinoids are also great for reducing the appearance of skin aging. They smooth away the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, while lightening the look of dark spots. When used regularly, they give the skin a firmer and tighter feel, which is why every skincare routine should contain a retinoid!
The big question is…which retinoid should you use? If you’re new to vitamin A, start with retinyl palmitate. It’s the gentlest retinoid – it won’t leave your skin feeling irritated in the way that other retinoids can. You’ll find retinyl palmitate in several Lionesse products, including the Diamond Neck & Face Lift Cream.
If your skincare routine already contains retinyl palmitate, give retinol a try. However, even if you think that your skin may tolerate retinol just fine, introduce it into your routine gradually to avoid its side effects.
Turn to Ingredients With Complexion-Brightening Properties
In addition to vitamins A and C, other ingredients are also known for being able to effectively brighten the look of the skin. Try to cram a few of these into your skincare routine, and your skin should soon take on a more vibrant appearance:
- Licorice root extract – this botanical is great for lightening the look of discoloration and restoring luminosity. It’s also a powerful antioxidant, enabling it to protect against the appearance of environmental damage. Give it a try with the Lionesse Golden Sapphire Cream!
- Lactic acid – this alpha-hydroxy acid helps in a couple of ways. Firstly, it encourages the skin to shed dead cells and reveal its natural radiance. It also functions as a humectant, meaning that it hydrates the skin to leave it looking plumper and fuller. Although most commonly found in exfoliating products, the Lionesse Opal Sheer Collagen Serum gives you the opportunity to add the ingredient to another stage of your skincare routine.
- Diamond powder – ingredients that have light-reflecting properties, like diamond powder, are great for illuminating the look of dull skin. They enhance the way in which light bounces off the skin, resulting in an instant glow. Diamond powder can be found in several Lionesse skincare products, including the Opal Sheer Melting Mask.
- Caffeine – this ingredient works in a unique way. It helps to tighten the appearance of the skin, giving it a smoother-looking surface that better reflects light. Try it for yourself with our Amber Dark Circle Eye Cream.
- Clay – like the kaolin found in the Black Onyx Mask, clay is excellent at absorbing excess sebum from the skin. This, combined with how clay feels detoxifying and purifying when applied, leaves the skin looking brighter.
Ensure That Your SPF Efforts Are Enough
Want to know what’s causing your skin to look duller by the day? The sun. UV rays play havoc with the skin in many ways, and the cumulative damage that they cause significantly contributes to dullness.
If your skincare routine is missing SPF, adding some in is the first step. Not only will this enable you to achieve results in your quest for a brighter complexion, but it will also safeguard your skin against the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots, and even skin cancer.
What if your skincare routine already contains SPF? Make sure that you’re providing enough. This not only applies to the SPF rating of the product that you’re using (broad-spectrum SPF 30 is the minimum that you should opt for), but also in terms of how often you’re applying it. A single application in the morning isn’t going to cut it. If you aren’t reapplying your SPF every couple of hours, you’ll be allowing the sun to continue to damage and dull your skin.
Transform the Look of Dull Skin With Lionesse
If your skin has been looking dull and lackluster, there are plenty of steps that you can take to turn things around. Start by making sure that your skincare routine isn’t missing any of the above – if it is, make the necessary changes, and you should soon start seeing some improvements in your complexion.
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