PUFFY eyes, tired looking skin, every wrinkle and line making its presence felt, and flat or frizzy hair. Most of us don’t look our best first thing in the morning and it doesn’t help that hectic lifestyles mean less sleep which has a profound impact on skin.
Your morning skincare routine plays a huge role in ensuring you can overcome these “start of the day” challenges. Similarly, what you did the night before helps mitigate puffiness and stressed skin in the morning.
Here are some ways to start your skincare on the right note at the start of the day.
DO THE DAY BEFORE
During sleep skin repairs and rejuvenates itself so it’s the best time to give it some nourishment so you wake up to better looking skin. Don’t skip your night cream or sleeping mask. A single step can mean better results in the morning.
WATER UP
Drink a glass of water just after you get up in the morning. Hydration, or rather the lack of it, is the number one reason why skin looks and feels tired in the morning. Go get that glass of water and add a slice or two of lemon for added flavour and freshness.
COLD WASH
As tempting as it is to take a warm shower, when it comes to your face, cold water is best. It helps reduce puffiness and gives skin a taut, fresh appearance.
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EXFOLIATE
One of the quickest ways to brighten skin and make it look refreshed is to exfoliate. Removing dead skin cells gives skin an instant boost and it looks fresh, bright and ready to go.
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SERUM FIRST
Use a serum at the start of your skincare routine to give tired morning skin a boost. Loaded with nourishing ingredients, serums are a great way to give skin a glowing, well rested look.
CHILL WITH EYE CREAM
Dark circles and puffiness are very visible in the under eye area in the morning. A good way to reduce this is by keeping your eye cream chilled in the fridge. Apply it cold in the morning to significantly reduce that swollen, puffy lack of sleep look in your eyes.
MOISTURE MATTERS
Invest in a good moisturiser that locks in hydration for your skin. A well formulated product should leave skin looking supple and refreshed in the morning. Understand your skin type and choose a moisturiser that best suits your face.
MEDITATE
Even if ten minutes is all you can spare in the morning, stress relieving techniques are crucial to boost the appearance of skin as stress takes a huge toll on how we look.
GET STARTED
The right product can make your morning skincare routine seamless. Choose wisely and opt for formulations which have refreshing scents, give a hydration boost and are able to both lift your mood and appearance.
Chantecaill Pure Rosewater
This mist made from hand-harvested Rose de Mai petals and steam-distilled in the South of France delivers antioxidant-rich hydration with a calming, uplifting aroma that refreshes and softens skin in an instant. Just right for a “wake-up” notice for the skin.
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Vitamin Enriched Face Base – Bobbi Brown limited-edition Alice in Wonderland Collection
Prepare skin with this multitasking primer and moisturiser as it smooths, plumps, and preps in one effortless step. The formula delivers hydration with a creamy finish so skin looks and feels ready to start the day.
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The Ouai Duo
A treat for hair to get it looking flawless in the morning, this Detox Shampoo deeply cleanses while the Scalp Serum soothes and hydrates, leaving it balanced, full and bouncy.
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Bath & Body Works 2025 Christmas Collection
A line-up of beloved scents and bath products designed to put you in a better mood to start the day. From signature 3-Wick Candles and luxurious Fine Fragrance Mists to indulgent body care sets, this collection offers something for everyone to kickstart their morning on a delectable note.
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