An aesthetics expert has revealed why she doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on beauty care.
She told me which two anti-aging products she uses to save money on her skincare routine and recommended an inexpensive product to combat facial swelling.
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In 2018, Fiona Ross founded The Aesthetics Club, a UK-based facility that offers treatments and beauty methods used by celebrities such as Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Aniston.
Ross revealed top skincare tips that suit every budget.
AFFORDABLE BEAUTY
“I’m very particular about not spending a ton of money on cleansers and moisturizers. There are really nice, affordable products that don’t cost a fortune,” she said.
She would prefer if people spent their money on “corrective products” or “treatment products.”
They specifically target problems such as acne, redness and dry skin.
“If you use products that specifically target these issues, you can combine them with the cheaper options,” she explained.
When it comes to “pampering at home,” Ross prefers the “cheaper” route.
She does a mandelic acid peel at home every two weeks.
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According to London-based Medspa Santi, it is a chemical peel that uses a solution containing mandelic acid to remove the top layer of skin.
It “helps improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and treat hyperpigmentation, acne and other skin conditions.”
About once or twice a week, Ross also uses an “underrated” tool.
“I love using Gua Sha – it can’t be underestimated if your face is feeling a bit puffy,” she said.
It is a traditional Chinese medicine technique favored by Kendall Jenner that involves scraping the skin with a smooth tool to relieve high blood pressure and improve circulation.
GOLDEN RULES
Ross also revealed what shoppers should and shouldn’t spend their hard-earned money on when it comes to creams, serums and cleansers.
Ultimately, Fiona has “golden rules” for anyone looking to improve or protect their skin to wake up “refreshed, rested and youthful.”
“Cleanse your skin twice, apply sunscreen, store eye care in the fridge and apply the remaining products to the back of your hand,” she said.
Fiona also emphasized the importance of having a consistent morning and evening routine.
She starts the day with a cleanser that has an exfoliating effect.
Anti-aging tips
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- Hydrate your skin from the inside by drinking water and from the outside with moisturizer.
- Always use sunscreen, even when you are not in direct sun.
- Use vitamin C to lighten the skin and don’t forget to apply it on your neck.
- Argireline Solution 10%, $9.70, The Ordinary
- Inkey List Hydrating Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid, $10, Sephora
- The Inkey List Caffeine Eye Cream for Puffiness and Dark Circles, $11, Sephora
- CeraVe Anti-Aging Retinol Serum, $12, Walmart
- CeraVe Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid, $14.58, Amazon
- Boost Lab Neck Firming Serum, $29.99, Amazon
- sea cucumber collagen anti-aging cream,
$8870 $, Bescher
“I would always recommend double cleansing in the evening, as some makeup and sunscreen are very stubborn to remove,” she said.
“Cleansing is very important because it gives you a day off. It reduces congestion, blackheads and breakouts.”
When it comes to anti-aging, she advises avoiding sun, smoking, sugar and stress as much as possible.
“Sun and smoking are the two main factors, but sugar and stress can also cause many skin problems,” she added.
“For younger, oily skin, however, I would completely eliminate oil from the skin care routine.”
She suggested using oil-free products and opting for cleansers that counteract oil production.
In particular, look for products with BHAs and AHAs because “that will help,” says Ross.
“When a person’s skin cannot produce water, it produces more oil, so sometimes proper hydration is all the person needs,” she explained.
MORE EXPENSIVE PLAN
If you’re willing to spend money, Ross recommends more expensive treatments like a Lyma laser, a six-step Oxylight facial and Ameela, a salmon sperm facial.
The Aesthetics Club is one of the few companies in Scotland to offer Ameela, also known as the salmon sperm facial, an injectable gel made from polynucleotides extracted from the DNA of salmon.
Both Jennifer Aniston and Kim Kardashian were thrilled with the results.
The anti-aging method hydrates, tightens and contours while reducing the damage caused by free radicals under the skin.
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