1. Hydrate (the good old H2O!)

Water is vital for beautiful skin – it helps your body to flush out nasty toxins so they don’t try to escape through your skin (causing breakouts). Try to drink about 2 litres of water a day. The easiest way to do this is to carry a drink bottle with you so you don’t get caught out. If you don’t like the taste of water, try squeezing a little fresh lime or lemon into your bottle for a little extra zest.

2. Hygiene (a cleanse and scrub go a long way)

This may seem obvious, but is vital for radiant skin. Cleaning your skin twice a day gets rid of dirt and impurities and prevents your pores from becoming blocked, which can also lead to unpleasant lumps and bumps. It’s also a great idea to exfoliate once a week with a gentle scrub to give your skin a good clean out. Be careful not to over scrub though, as this can dry your lovely skin out and make it produce more oil. Here’s an extra hot tip - try rubbing Aloe Vera gel over your face before bed each night for a positively radiant glow.

3. Beauty Foods (get the good stuff in!)

If you want to look and feel your best, then you have to make sure you are feeding your body with the best foods and nutrients (because we really are what we eat!). You may not be able to control those annoying hormones affecting your skin but you can eat foods that are going to give you a gorgeous glow. Try to eat some of these ‘beauty foods’ each day:

Salmon & tuna (and other types of oily fish)Olive oil & coconut oilMangoes, carrots & sweet potatoesNuts and seeds (especially pepitas, almonds, brazil nuts and walnuts)Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and pomegranate)

4. Fibre (the toxin terminator!)

Sure, we all know that fibre keeps us ‘regular’, but more importantly it also helps to prevent damaging toxins from building up in our digestive system. If these toxins aren’t ‘terminated’ with fibre they can come out through our skin and cause nasty breakouts. Bump up your daily fibre intake by eating heaps of fresh fruits and veggies, plus whole grains and wonderful seeds like chia and flaxseeds.

5. Ditch from your diet:

Energy drinks –they may give you an instant energy hit but they are loaded with sugar and way too much caffeine (which is dehydrating for your skin and your whole body), remember you want to be glowing not buzzing! Alcohol and smoking are also on the ditch list if you want to keep your complexion (and entire body) looking and feeling impeccable.

Get your Glow on the Skinstitut way:

The quickest way to look radiant is remove dull, devitalised skin cells. If you have an all-important party coming up take 1 pea size amount of Glycolic Scrub (rrp: $45), mix with warm water and gently massage over the face. Concentrate on the forehead, nose and chin as these tend to be thicker areas of skin. For oily or acne prone skin, leave the scrub on for up to 90 seconds for an intense exfoliation. Rinse with warm water and get ready to glow

Pomegranate is an exotic fruit rich containing an abundant source of antioxidants. These antioxidants include the powerful skin boosting nutrients anthocyanins and vitamin C. These nutrients are powerful protectors against cell damage and inflammation, thereby assisting in preventing skin discolouration and premature ageing. Vitamin C is essential for healthy collagen production and maintaining cell strength and integrity. Fruits such as raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries and grapes, as well as our faithful friend pomegranate contain a powerful cell protecting compound, Ellagic acid. Ellagic acid helps to prevent AGE formation in the skin (Advanced Glycation End Products) which are known to accelerate the ageing process in the body leading to conditions such as lines, wrinkles, stiffening of joints, poor brain function and eyesight deterioration. Another powerful compound that is found in Pomegranate is Gallic acid which helps to protect collagen from the advanced glycation end products. These Age’s form naturally as we age however, a poor diet high in processed sugar, alcohol, hydrogenated fats, burnt food, stress, excessive sun exposure and certain illness, such as diabetes, will accelerate the formation of these molecules that further intensify the ageing process.

So, how can you ensure you get your glow on this summer and incorporate pomegranate into your

diet? Why not try adding pomegranate seeds to your salads or as a fruit component to yogurt. There are also many pomegranate juices on the market that are worth checking out. Pomegranate juice has 50% greater antioxidant capacity than green tea making it a potent anti-ageing ingredient to ward off wrinkles.

For a topical boost of skin radiance we recommend applying Skinstitut Multi Active Mist with vitamin B3, antioxidants and, of course –pomegranate- for a revitalising, antioxidant boost that will also leave your skin feeling cool and refreshed!

Multi Active Mist : $45.00 AUD

To strengthen the skin’s integrity and achieve glowing skin, we would also recommend Skinstitut Multi Active Oil- this silky smooth product contains Macadamia, Rosehip, Avocado oil and Pomegranate Oil.

Multi Active Oil : $45.00 AUD

Get Orderly

The basic rules to follow are - Cleanse to remove make up, oils and grime, exfoliate to remove dead skin cell build up and aid skin regeneration, correct with a treatment serum, hydrate with an antioxidant rich moisturiser and protect with Spf 50.

Make up always goes on last!!

The general rule is to apply products from thinnest to thickest. Products that have the most active ingre

dients such as retinol, glycolic acid, or skin-brightening ingredients go underneath a moisturiser. Follow with products for soothing or moisturising, from thinnest to thickest.

Clean Out Your Cupboards

Most skin products have a shelf life of 12 months once opened. If you are unsure contact your product manufacturer. As a guideline if the product has changed colour, consistency, or begins to smell unpleasant, it's time to renew it. Be sure to store your products in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to help them last. Eye gels and calming serums are ultra cooling when applied straight from the fridge!

Be Choosy

The more dehydrated your skin, the more reactive it will be to the more stimulating ingredients such as retinols and glycolics. Work to treat the dehydration first with a moisturiser, balm or treatment oil prior to introducing more intense treatment products.

When in doubt seek professional advice to be sure you have the right products for your skin type.

Read and Obey

Follow the skincare manufacturer’s application instructions to ensure that you use the correct amount of product. Some products are designed to be used in tiny amounts, may be prohibited for use around the eye area or need to be used at night time. Using your products incorrectly could result in unnecessary skin irritation.

Be Patient

The skin is the largest organ of the body and therefore it takes time to regenerate and renew. It can take up to 6-12 weeks of using the same products to see results for more chronic skin conditions such as acne and pigmentation.