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How to build a Skincare Routine

You've decided to take your skincare routine seriously, but have no idea where to start.  A trip to the skincare aisle or browsing online can be overwhelming,  just looking at all those products is confusing, so you stick with that one pot of Nivea, which is fine, Nivea is great, but I imagine you went to the skincare aisle looking for a serum, vitamin C, cleanser, a foam cleanser an oil and a toner, those little capsule things you saw IG! Keeping your routine simple will avoid overwhelming your skin. Plus, limiting your skincare routine can help you save money and avoid waste. The first rule of skin care, is keep it simple, and follow 4 steps. Cleansing — Washing your face.  Toning — Balancing the skin. Moisturizing — Hydrating and softening the skin Sunscreen The next step on your road to building a skincare ritual is determining your skin type. Different skin types have varying needs.  One easy way to determine your skin type is to observe your skin throughout the day. Is you
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Why is skincare so expensive?

Skincare is often viewed as a luxury. With social media and magazines covered in high-end brands, famous faces and exquisite packaging, it can often feel self-indulgent and excessive to treat yourself to skincare products. Prices for the biggest names in the skincare industry can also run pretty high, pushing skincare products down many people’s list of priorities. Spending up to £80 on a tub of facial moisturiser seems extortionate - so why exactly are the prices so high? The simple answer is - they shouldn’t be. The cost of luxury skincare products often aren’t a reflection of the quality or effectiveness of the ingredients involved. When a product has a high price tag, sometimes it can simply be a case of paying for a big brand name. The biggest skincare brands strive to maintain their luxury status and compete with other brands by ensuring their prices always remain high. Additionally, many skincare products are packed with formulas of complex cutting edge ingredients create

Our magical ingredients

When it comes to selecting skincare products, ingredients are the most important factor to consider. From creams and serums to cleansers and masks, everything you layer on your skin is absorbed into your body - which is why it’s crucial to understand what exactly you’re putting on. The ingredients label on most high street skincare products consist of numerous lengthy, unrecognisable names. Most of these are synthetic, parabens and silicones which preserve the product rather than offer any real benefits to your skin. Here at Belenos Skin Botanique , we think that less is more. We handpick all of our wonderful natural ingredients - and keep them minimal, by only using up to ten ingredients in each product. Every powerful ingredient is selected for its unique properties and therapeutic benefits. We wanted to delve deeper into some of our favourite fruit oils, to give you an insight into why we’ve included them in our amazing organic products. Borage oil Borage seed oil comes from t

The Home of Handcrafted Natural Skincare

The Home of Handcrafted Natural Skincare We create, craft, whip and pour beautiful all-natural skincare products with our own hands, ensuring that every last ingredient is fresh from the earth. From our pure plant-powered oils to our minimalist eco-friendly packaging, there are so many elements involved in our process - which is exactly why we’ve created a brand new blog. We want to give you all our skincare insights and gems of wisdom, and create a space to explore all the reasons why Belenos Skin Botanique is so special. In our blog, we’ll be taking a closer look at the origins of our botanical ingredients, common skin problems and their solutions, and our top tips for amazing self-care. Firstly, though, let’s delve deeper into the world of Belenos Skin Botanique. We’re channeling the power of plants The skincare industry is a minefield. Social media is packed with countless skincare brands, and shelves are stocked high with brightly coloured bottles, wipes, creams an