Morning Skincare routine

Friday 25 April 2014




I used to not be a morning person at all, I looked high and low for some tips and advice on making mornings enjoyable. I've found that getting up an hour earlier and taking the time to yourself sets you up for the day, even if you are craving your bed! My biggest priority in the morning is re-hydrating and boosting my energy, so 
I start the day with a juice, smoothie or vegan protein shake ( recipe to come!) a herbal tea, and lots of fruit! Here are my tips for making mornings better:

Here's a recipe for the most delicious green smoothie that gives you such a kick of energy. Vitamins are readily available to your body with minimal digestion, full of water for rehydration too. I promise your skin will benefit! 


Two Handfuls of Kale 
Half a pineapple
4-5 Pears
generous amount of ginger
Squeeze of a whole lime

Blend or juice! Blending is of course more filling, This is the most fabulous blender for convenience. Breville Blend-Active Personal Blender - 300 Watt









Herbal tea is also a lovely cleansing way to start the day- my favourite is Rooibos with a squeeze of lime and a dash of sugar.You could mix it up by adding lemon and ginger, just a another lovely way of re-hydrating in the morning. 

Lastly, I make sure I wear a good serum under my makeup, This achieves such a dewy healthy look. I am a massive fan of the Dr Organic serums, although I am loving my Manomai serum at the moment too which leaves skin soft and glowy.




I'm currently trialing the Dr Organic Argan stem cell serum, review to follow! It promises 6 years younger in 4 weeks  which by my calculation would give me the skin of a 17 year old! I will let you know how that goes. But in terms of an everyday finish, it leaves a lovely dewy look.

I really hope you've enjoyed this post! What's your morning routine? 



8 comments:

  1. The smoothie looks amazing! Must try it as I always find myself dreading to get out of my bed! :D xx

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    1. I am exactly the same! Honestly these give you such a boost, I literally feel so alert and awake as soon as I've had one- and my skin looks super alive too! let me know if you give it a go lovely! xx

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  2. I have Kale Juice every morning. Sometimes it is just with green apples, ginger and lemon. When I want sweeter, I go with beets, pineapple and oranges, and ginger. I cannot get enough ginger

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    1. Its so gorgeous and cleansing!! have you tried blending it with melon?? Its absolutely divine!! xxx

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  3. Great post - love the sound of your juice! I often make a juice with beetroot, spinach, kale, orange and carrot - and sometimes blend with avocado depending on time!

    Josie xoxo | Fashion Mumblr

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    1. Thankyou so much!! that sounds incredible-a proper rainbow juice! I love blending with avocado- literally so creamy. I read a juice recipe today that put 2 cloves of raw garlic in! not sure if I feel daring enough for that hehe. Your blog looks gorgeous by the way!! xxx

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  4. Nice post! When i first wake up I drink a glass of water with lemon and then a smoothie with lots of fruits and seeds.

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    1. aww thankyou so much!! ooh I am yet to add seeds in my smoothies what would you recommend?? I have a lovely vegan protein shake post coming up soon so I may have to try!! xxx

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