What skincare routine should you start with the new school year for clear skin?

Clear skin is healthy, even-toned and free from visible blemishes. This means it is free from spots, blackheads, redness, and excess sebum. Having clear skin is not just about being free from acne; it also involves a smooth texture, tightened pores, and a radiant complexion. This appearance results from a healthy skin balance, where hydration, cell regeneration and protection against external aggressors are optimal. Clear skin is therefore a reflection of overall health, both internally and externally.

The start of the new term is a period of transition that can disrupt the skin’s balance. Returning to work or school is often accompanied by stress, changes in diet, and increased exposure to urban pollution. These factors can exacerbate existing skin problems or cause new ones. Furthermore, after the summer, the skin may be weakened by repeated exposure to the sun, which can lead to dehydration, hyperpigmentation, and a thickening of the stratum corneum. That is why it may be a good idea to readjust your skincare routine at the start of the new term to help the skin regenerate and regain its natural radiance. This can help to prevent blemishes, restore the skin’s balance, and prepare the skin for the colder months of the year.

A special clear-skin routine can offer many benefits:

• Preventing blemishes: A tailored routine helps to control sebum production, unclog pores and prevent the appearance of spots and blackheads.

• Improving skin texture: By exfoliating regularly and moisturising properly, you smooth the surface of your skin, reduce the appearance of pores and promote an even complexion.

• A radiant complexion: By cleansing and purifying your skin every day, you remove impurities and dead skin cells, allowing your complexion to regain its natural radiance.

• Strengthening the skin barrier: The right skincare products repair and strengthen the skin barrier, thereby protecting the skin from external aggressors such as pollution, wind and the cold.

• Optimal hydration: A good skincare routine helps the skin stay well-hydrated, which is essential for preventing dryness, fine lines and a dull complexion.

• Reducing oxidative stress: By using products rich in antioxidants, you protect the skin from the free radicals responsible for premature ageing.

Ideal for oily or blemish-prone skin, this dietary supplement is a unique blend of plants, minerals and active ingredients known to detoxify the skin and improve the condition of acne-prone skin: burdock, nettle, wild pansy, zinc, grape polyphenols, melon SOD and vitamin C. In particular, we use the patented ingredient SkinAx²™ Urban Detox, which has been proven effective at reducing blemishes, lowering sebum production and improving the overall appearance of the skin. For clear, radiant skin!

To effectively support your skincare routine, discover our PEAU NETTE dietary supplement, specially formulated for those prone to skin imperfections, whether these be spots, blackheads, redness or excess sebum.

Why do we love it?

Made in France and vegan, this dietary supplement is a unique blend of plants, minerals and natural active ingredients recognised for their benefits for the skin. Among its key ingredients are Burdock, nettle and wild pansy, traditionally used for their purifying and anti-inflammatory properties. The Zinc, in a bioavailable form, is essential for maintaining healthy skin, whilst grape polyphenols, vitamin C and melon SOD act as powerful antioxidants, protecting the skin from free radicals and the harmful effects of pollution. Finally, the patented SkinAx²™ Urban Detox complex used in the product has been clinically proven to reduce blemishes, decrease sebum production and improve the overall appearance of the skin.

How to use it?

Simply take two capsules a day, with a large glass of water. For best results, we recommend incorporating this into your daily routine as soon as the new term begins.

Here’s our comprehensive and easy back-to-school routine for clear, radiant skin:

1. Make-up removal (in the evening)

In the evening, start by removing your make-up with our Plum and Oat Make-up Removing Oil. Apply the oil to dry skin, massage gently to dissolve the make-up, then rinse off.

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2. Double cleansing

Next, use our Gentle Prebiotic, Zinc & Cucumber Cleansing Gel for a thorough double cleanse, morning and evening. This gel removes impurities and excess sebum whilst maintaining the skin’s natural balance.

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3. The toner

Apply the 5% Niacinamide & Zinc PCA Facial Lotion to regulate sebum, tighten pores and soothe the skin. This step prepares the skin for the next steps in your skincare routine.

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4. The serum

Apply the 10% Niacinamide, Copper & Zinc Concentrated Serum to reduce redness and even out your complexion. This serum effectively targets blemishes.

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5. Hydration

Use our Organic Purifying & Hydrating Fluid to moisturise your skin without weighing it down. This lightweight fluid also regulates sebum production.

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6. Sun protection (in the morning)

Every morning, finish your routine with a suitable sun cream to protect your skin from UV rays and prevent premature ageing.

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7. The dietary supplement

Take two capsules of our CLEAR SKIN Dietary Supplement a day to purify your skin from the inside and reduce blemishes.

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8. Weekly exfoliation

Once a week, exfoliate your skin with a gentle scrub to remove dead skin cells and keep your skin smooth and radiant.

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Here’s our small selection of simple and effective home remedies to improve the appearance of your skin:  

Green clay mask: Green clay is renowned for its purifying and absorbent properties. Apply a green clay mask once a week to remove excess sebum, unclog pores and soothe inflammation. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse off with lukewarm water.

The steam bath: A steam bath is ideal for opening the pores and helping to remove impurities. Bring some water to the boil, pour it into a bowl, and place your face over it, covering your head with a towel. Stay like this for 5 to 10 minutes. This treatment is even more effective if you add herbs such as chamomile or hydrosol for a soothing effect.

The charcoal mask: vegetable charcoal is an excellent ally for detoxifying the skin. Prepare a mask by mixing powdered activated charcoal with a little water or clay. Apply to the face, leave to dry, then rinse off. This mask helps to purify the skin, reduce blackheads and tighten pores.

A detoxifying herbal tea: Beautiful skin also starts from within. Drink a detoxifying herbal tea made from plants such as burdock, wild pansy or dandelion on a regular basis. These plants help eliminate toxins, promote healthy digestion, and contribute to clearer, more radiant skin.

Before starting a new skincare routine, we advise you to carry out a patch test on a small area of skin to avoid any allergic reactions. If in doubt, do not hesitate to consult a dermatologist, especially if you have a history of sensitive skin or specific skin conditions. 

Before starting to take a dietary supplement, we recommend that you seek advice from a healthcare professional if you have any doubts. We would like to remind you that it is important to follow the recommended doses for dietary supplements and not to continue using them for longer than advised without medical advice.

Look after your skin from the inside as well as the outside. Don’t forget to drink enough water every day to maintain healthy, glowing skin. Combine this with a diet rich in fresh fruit and vegetables to provide your skin with all the essential nutrients it needs.

Stéphanie Catrysse is a naturopath (certified by the FENA), a wellness massage and lymphatic drainage practitioner, and a personal development coach. She is passionate about alternative medicine and practices a holistic approach to health.