Winter treatment recommendations from our experts
December 2, 2020
3 min read
Trying to decide what your mask match will be with winter on the horizon? Finding the right one can take time, especially during the coldest season of all when longer nights, harsher weather and the busy Christmas period can all have an impact on skin. We wanted to make your choice a little easier, so we asked some of our Liz Earle Beauty experts – Caroline Archer, Karen Bevan-Brown and Sarah Carr – to share the masks that keep their complexions glowing.
Caroline’s hydration pick-me-up
The What
It only made its debut earlier this year, but our Hydrating Cream Mask already has a special place in my heart. When I’m going from home to the QVC studios, skincare that’s going to successfully work its magic quickly is of the essence and this comforting instant favourite is all about speed. After I’ve left it on for just 10 minutes, hooray – hydration is locked in for 72 hours. The added bonus? Smoothing on the whipped cream texture feels like an absolute dream for my skin.
The Why
Although my skin is oily, with mornings can often come dehydration; especially now that we’re heading into the dryer winter months. Our nourishing mask is a real saviour for me on days like these, helping my skin feel noticeably calmer and nurtured and look more rested.
The How
It’s the simplicity of this mask that really makes it #1 in my eyes. All that’s needed for your instant moisture boost is to gently smooth it onto cleansed skin across the face and neck. Sit back and relax for 10-15 minutes (I like to use it as a little break from day-to-day life to catch up on reading time) before rinsing off with warm water and voila, all done. Repeat as often as needed – I’m a fan of working it into my morning routine twice a week.
Caroline Archer, Brand Ambassador
Karen's brightening favourite
The What
On days where halcyon summer days feel like a long-forgotten dream, I always tell my skincare clients that they can’t go wrong with Brightening Clay Mask. A natural-looking radiant glow after just 2 minutes? Yes please! Including camphor oil and witch hazel to stimulate and tone skin, this fast-acting mask is my revitalising go-to for beating that frosty feeling.
The Why
We all know a regular cleanse, tone, moisturise routine is key to a brighter-looking complexion. Some days though, what we need is a quick fix, especially during winter when weather seems to be on a mission to leave skin on the dull side – rain, wind, dryness, you name it. Brightening Clay Mask is the bracing refresher you need to bring an extra ray of light to your daily ritual.
The How
The beauty of this mask is that you can easily incorporate it into your daily routine whenever you wish. Once you’ve cleansed skin, just apply 1-2 pumps onto dry skin before leaving it on for up to 2 minutes – if you’re in a rush, 30 seconds is enough to feel its effects. It’s completely normal to experience a slight tingling sensation but I would recommend against use on sensitive skin and avoiding the lip and eye areas.
Karen Bevan-Brown, Treatments Education Manager
Sarah’s summer balance
The What
It was my seasonal selection last year and I get the feeling CICA Restore Skin Paste is going to have winter 2020 all wrapped up as well. When it comes to skincare, nothing beats the feeling of waking up to visibly restorative results, and this creamy overnight mask-treatment hybrid delivers that in spades. It’s jam-packed with gentle yet powerful botanicals that work with the body’s natural rejuvenation processes while you get your beauty sleep, all to visibly reduce the appearance of imperfections by the time your alarm goes. The stuff my skincare dreams are made of!
The Why
As it is for many of us, winter can be an extremely lively time in my house. With the exciting chaos that comes with the Christmas season (especially with a toddler) my skin can sometimes start to feel the effects, looking tired or stressed. Having a product like our paste is a must-have to help me start days feeling ready to go with skin that immediately looks softer and feels comfortable, hydrated and rejuvenated.
The How
I use CICA Restore Skin Paste twice a week as a special treat at the end of a full routine, taking time for a bath with a book and applying bodycare to really give me that feeling of top-to-toe radiance. Make sure to apply it in place of a moisturiser, taking care to avoid the eye area – you only need a thin layer to experience its benefits. Leave on overnight, wash off with your morning cleanse and you’re ready to start the day feeling restored.
Sarah Carr, Lifestyle Ambassador
