You waited nine long months for summer, and now... barely time for a seaside cocktail or a dip in the pool, and - poof - it's already September. But don't worry, we're all in the same boat: getting back into the routine after the holidays is tough for many. Still, you know we always like to see the bright side!
No post-vacation anxiety here, so let's roll up our sleeves: to keep the energy and wellness you gained during your break without being overwhelmed by the return to normalcy or the dreaded holiday blues, all you need are the right strategies. Follow these 6 tips from Rhea Cosmetics to extend the incredible benefits and positive effects of your holidays, the sea, the sun, and the relaxation on your skin... and your spirit. Keep reading, and your September will shine like never before!
Everyone tells us, and we see it ourselves every morning in the mirror: the holidays have given us a relaxed and rested face, noticeably brighter skin, and a more toned body. The secret to prolonging - and enjoying even longer - this "state of grace" is to keep carving out precious moments for yourself. Start by treating yourself to a professional treatment - face or body - by your trusted Dermotechnologist®.
After the holidays, your skin absolutely needs to be exfoliated, oxygenated, smoothed, stimulated, and renewed. Our experts will read the signs of your skin, interpret the colours and tones of your face, the shapes of your body, to propose the ideal and custom multi-layer solution for you and your needs through the distinctive and unique Layerin method, by Rhea Cosmetics. Your skin will regenerate, your mind will relax... and it will feel like the holidays never ended. Just find the nearest Rhea partner center on our website.
Sure, holidays play a key role in rejuvenating body and spirit. But after all that sun, sea or pool swims, sand, and chlorine, your skin might come back looking thicker, drier, or more dehydrated. That’s why, now more than ever, we recommend boosting your daily routine with super hydrating and nourishing products. Use richer creams at night - this is when your skin’s renewal process is at its peak - and save lighter formulas for daytime, especially if temperatures are still high. Start by cleansing with C-Clean, our iconic Vitamin C-rich cleanser that also stimulates collagen production, and follow up with our new SofTouch silkening lotion. Then, add a few drops of B-Dose I moisturizing face fluid to your HydroEm or ReviSun, and apply it to your face, massaging until fully absorbed. For your body, reach for our nourishing oil mousse, NutriOil, which deeply pampers your skin and helps your tan last longer.
In the morning, opt for a lighter fluid until the weather cools down. If the sun has left dark spots, blemishes, or imperfections on your face, trust SpotNinja: Rhea Cosmetics' target dark spot face treatment that tackles discolorations and hyperpigmentation, reduces their appearance, and brightens the skin. Apply it morning and evening, or as needed, directly to the affected area before your regular cream and B-Dose.
But that’s not all! To keep your facial skin hydrated throughout the day, carry our brand-new and refreshing EnergyMist with you - whether it’s in your bag or by your PC. Vaporize it as needed for an extra boost of hydration and a burst of vitality… your secret weapon!
The post-lunch nap, whether on the beach or under the shade of a tree. And those sweet awakenings without the annoying and irritating sound of an alarm clock - aren’t these the moments we miss (and will continue to miss) the most from our refreshing vacation days? Sleep, as we know, is a true beauty and wellness ally. In fact, getting 7 hours of rest allows your skin to regenerate through its natural self-repair and cell renewal processes, leaving it looking more beautiful in the morning! So, making sleep a priority becomes our essential rule #3 for post-vacation care: go to bed about an hour earlier to make up for the early wake-up needed for work, enjoy a relaxing herbal tea to unwind, choose a good book over your smartphone… and rely on the right beauty allies to help you along the way.
Which ones? We’re talking about:
- Rhea Cosmetics’ Overnight Face Treatment: chrono-cosmetic formulas that work their magic during sleep, especially between 11:00 PM and 4:00 AM, when your skin’s essential regenerative and repairing functions are activated. Choose the one that suits your specific needs - hydrating, revitalizing, lifting, renewing - apply a thin layer to your face and neck, avoiding the eye area, and remove it in the morning by rinsing with warm water.
- Our Overnight Body Balms: also chrono-cosmetic, these formulas release active ingredients during sleep, in sync with your circadian rhythms, to nourish, reshape, or tone your body skin.
And if the sun has left your face with redness or sensitivity, turn to SummerNight. This targeted treatment provides calming ingredients during the peak of nighttime metabolism, helping to soothe the effects of UVA and UVB rays, like redness, for a younger-looking, radiant complexion upon waking and a more intense, longer-lasting tan.
If the season allows it, who are we to stop wearing open-toed shoes, even in September or after the holidays? Continuing to care for your feet and hands post-vacation is essential… and it will make you feel great!
Starting with your feet: after months of sandals and pieds dans l'eau, the skin on your feet might appear hardened, dry, and cracked. In addition to daily moisturizing with specific creams like SOS Feet, try soaking them for a few minutes - 2 or 3 evenings a week - in a basin of warm water with a few drops of 2Drain for a lightening, draining, and detox effect. Also, use a pumice stone to scrub away calluses, focusing on the driest areas.
As for your hands, you’ll notice that sea water has strengthened your nails. To maintain these results, massage your nails every evening before bed with our SOS Hands: a powerful blend of active ingredients - including Sweet Almond Oil, Flaxseed Oil, Olive Oil, Shea Butter, and Tocopherol - for unprecedented softness with soothing, strengthening, and anti-spot properties.
It’s all about perspective: yes, September is the month of returning to routine. But if we shift our view slightly, it can also become the month of new beginnings - the perfect time to reassess and create new routines to combat stress, which is always lurking around the corner. Try to dedicate at least 10 minutes a day, morning and/or evening, just for yourself and your beauty routine, shutting the rest of the world out of your bathroom. Taking care of yourself and your skin, while listening to your favourite podcast or playlist, will ease the tensions of the day and help you maintain the energy you gathered during your vacation!
Speaking of good intentions, September is the ideal month to set up a program - for both face and body - with your Dermotechnologist®: discover the Skin Project and Body Project approaches by Rhea Cosmetics, and be amazed by the unparalleled results for your skin.
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