Over the years, we experiment with many different products to hopefully try and understand what makes our skin happy and achieve glowing skin. Rituals and routines form over time, eventually deciding what works for our skin and what does not.

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I launched Shirley Conlon Organics after spending a number of years trying to perfect my skincare routine and especially after relocating to the desert climate of the UAE with postnatal skin troubles in tow. Over the years I’ve learned what works in achieving radiant and healthy-looking skin and I really want to share my tips with you.

FROM THE INSIDE:

I truly believe that a good skincare routine must begin on the inside and the first and most important steps are; food, water and exercise.  Water and herbal teas help to rid the body of toxins and balance skin complexion. A diet rich in fiber (lots of fruits and veg) is also very important to rid the body of toxins and promote glowing healthy skin and some moderate exercise a few times per weed to increase oxygen flow to the cells for proper body function of mind, body and soul.  

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Our skin is the main barrier of protection from the outside world and it is constantly exposed to dust and pollution and so it needs to be properly cleansed every evening. Choosing the correct cleanser is the foundation to healthy skin and is the best investment you can make.  We believe it’s as important as the cream or serum you choose.  We recommend using a detergent free (soap free) and alcohol free cleanser and use it to double cleanse the skin every evening with hand hot water and a cloth. Try our Olive Bean and Castor Cleansing Milk followed by an alcohol-free toner (do not miss this part) to remove any final residues of impurities, whilst respecting the skins natural mantle balance.

At least twice per week, we recommend some gentle treatments for the skin; an exfoliating face scrub to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores, followed by a mask to deeply detoxify and restore and rebalance skin tone.  On the evenings of treatment we do not recommend the use of any water based products (face creams or lotions) but instead a light face oil of choice, and we are especially thrilled with the results of our Vitamin C and Date face elixir with powerful antioxidants that bring a rich glow to your skin Vitamin C Elixir

Follow this routine with a warm tea, a good book and a dreamy sleep for 8 hours and your skin will thank you for the love.