Tuesday with Jo
Tuesday with Jo
A little hello from me…
Welcome to this week’s Skinn Therapy email. I hope you’re having a lovely week.
Are You Really Cleansing Your Skin?
Cleansing might seem like the simplest step in your skincare routine, but it’s one of the most important — and it’s surprisingly easy to get wrong.
Your cleanser isn’t just there to remove your make-up. A good cleanse removes make-up, SPF, excess oil, sweat, pollution and daily build-up, leaving your skin clean and ready for the rest of your skincare.
But here’s the bit I really want you to think about…
Are you cleansing your skin — or just washing your face?
Using very hot water, scrubbing too hard, using a cleanser that leaves your skin feeling tight or only cleansing for a few seconds can all leave your skin unhappy and compromise its natural barrier.
And if you wear make-up or SPF, I’m a big fan of taking the time to double cleanse in the evening. Your first cleanse removes the day’s products and grime; your second cleanse actually cleans the skin.
Your skin shouldn’t feel squeaky, tight or stripped after cleansing. It should feel fresh, comfortable and balanced.
So this week, have a little look at your cleansing routine. Ask yourself:
Am I using the right cleanser for my skin? Am I cleansing for long enough? Am I removing everything properly? And am I being gentle with my skin?
Because beautiful skin doesn’t start with the most expensive serum.
It starts with getting the basics right.
Watch a quick video on Cleansing
https://youtu.be/77KLVfww6fU?si=wHc77jGx1R_QyQ70
GLOW FROM WITHIN
Protein + Skin-Loving Smoothie
A delicious way to nourish your skin from the inside out.
YOU’LL NEED
1 scoop vanilla or unflavoured protein powder
150g Greek yoghurt or kefir
½ cup mixed berries
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp ground flaxseed
Handful of spinach
½ avocado
200–250ml unsweetened almond or oat milk
½ tsp cinnamon
Ice
Optional: 1 tsp cacao powder
WHY YOUR SKIN WILL LOVE IT
PROTEIN Supports the amino acids your body needs to maintain collagen and other structural proteins.
BERRIES + SPINACH Packed with vitamin C and antioxidant compounds.
CHIA + FLAX A simple way to add fibre and plant-based omega-3 fats.
AVOCADO Provides healthy fats and vitamin E to support overall skin health.
GREEK YOGHURT / KEFIR Adds extra protein, with live-culture kefir providing beneficial bacteria for your gut microbiome.
BLEND • SIP • GLOW
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Jo's TIP: Healthy skin isn’t just about what you put on your skin. What you eat, how you sleep, move and manage stress all form part of the bigger picture.
Skincare from the outside. Wellness from within.
This months book recommendation
First book is:
The gifts of imperfection by Brene Brown
First review is Tuesday 25th August at 7pm
Have a wonderful week, and don’t forget to take a few minutes for yourself.
See you next Tuesday!
Jo Skinn Therapy 💚
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