Why skincare before bed is so important

Night time isn’t just a time to rest our eyes, it’s also a time for our skin to rest, rejuvenate and repair. We all know that getting adequate sleep is really important for our overall health, and being intentional with what we put on our skin prior to catching up on some shut eye is just as important for our complexion.

Boosting your skin with natural rejuvenation at night will not only refresh your skin, it will also strengthen its natural ability to protect itself from environmental stressors during the day. This is why your night-time skincare routine is so important. Read on to see how you can take your nightly skincare to the next level without over-complicating your routine or breaking your budget.

How to boost your skin at night

Always start with a double cleanse

If you really want healthy skin, it all starts with double cleansing every night. SPF, makeup, excess oil and dirt build up through the day will do your skin no favours overnight. LAMAV’s Marula Oil Cleanser is the most effective and gentle way to dissolve hard to budge SPF, makeup and impurities. Follow up with LAMAV’s Sweet Orange Balancing Cleanser for a deep clean and gentle exfoliation prior to applying your leave on products. Clean skin will actually have a chance to absorb the active ingredients in your leave on products.

Be intentional with your ingredients

Taking a few moments every week to really look at your skin and deciding where it needs support will allow you to create a predictable routine that will actually benefit your skin and show real results. There’s no point slapping on the first product you can find and hoping for the best. Skin looking dull? Reach for Vitamin C. Skin looking dry and dull? Maybe try something with Omega Fatty Acids or Hyaluronic Acid. 

Bio-Actives that benefit your skin at night

• Collagen production naturally declines as we age, which isn’t ideal if you want to maintain a smooth and youthful complexion. Look for products that contain ingredients that supercharge collagen synthesis such as Kakadu and Davidson Plum.

• Natural Vitamin A alternatives such as plant derived Bakuchiol can support collagen production and cellular turnover while helping to fight acne, wrinkles and skin dullness without causing irritation.

• Omega Fatty Acids nourish and protect the skin, assisting to seal in moisture and keeping out potential irritants. You can find Omega Fatty Acids in nut and plant oils such as chia seeds.

Facial Massage

Incorporating facial massage a few times per week (or every night if you have time!) can provide an abundance of benefits for your skin health and overall wellbeing. Reach for our Ayurvedic Kansa Wand, Rose Quartz Facial Roller or Gua Sha to improve circulation, assist with lymphatic drainage and encourage collagen production while enjoying 5-10 minutes of self care. You and your skin deserve it!

Implementing the above steps and bio-actives that your skin is craving isn’t as complicated as you may think. How? Let us introduce you to LAMAV’s Booster Range.

What are LAMAV Boosters 

Created to turbocharge your skincare and deliver real results, LAMAV’s Boosters are made up of a carefully selected combination of potent bio-actives, to boost your skin’s health and target a variety of skin concerns. Our boosters will be the hero product in your skincare regime, designed to fit in with your existing products and amplify results.

LAMAV’s Omega 3 Advanced Night Cream

LAMAV’s Omega 3 Advanced Night Cream was specifically designed to support mature, dry and dehydrated skin to recharge, repair and lock in moisture while you sleep. This award winning formula contains omega rich goodness from natural oils such as Chia, Macadamia and Raspberry to nourish and restore the skin’s barrier overnight. The addition of Wakame, Kakadu Plum and Quandong Extracts will enhance skin's repairing action while supercharging collagen production, resulting in a plump, healthy complexion. Everything your skin needs overnight to support skin barrier health in one beautiful bottle!

LAMAV’s Bakuchiol 4% Natural Retinol Alternative

 Suffering from acne, textured or dull, ageing skin? You’ll want to pay attention to this product. Formulated with 4% Bakuchiol, LAMAV’s natural retinol alternative was created to target wrinkles, dullness and acne without the irritation of Retinol. The addition of adaptogenic herbs such as Ashwagandha, along with powerful antioxidants create a potent but gentle cocktail for your skin to soak in and enjoy the smoothing and plumping results! Don’t just take our word for it, see why our customers are loving this award winning, 5 star rated product here (https://lamav.com/collections/boosters/products/bakuchiol-natural-retinol-alternative?variant=39094698115223)

LAMAV’s Collagen Support

 Containing 100% organic bio-actives, this collagen support booster is a truely impressive product and must-have for anyone wanting to slow the signs of premature ageing. Containing a superior blend of Phyto-actives, this lightweight but powerful serum will promote firmness and deliver an instant glow to dull and tired looking skin. 

Let’s take a closer look at the bio-actives that work to deliver these results:

Kakadu Plum (AKA Billygoat Plum or Gubinge)

 At LAMAV, we love incorporating Australian Native Ingredients into our formulations, and this one is seriously impressive. Kakadu Plum is known to contain the highest concentration of nutrient-available vitamin C of any fruit in the world and is five times richer in antioxidants than blueberries. This potent, antioxidant-rich ingredient fights off free radicals, reduces the signs of ageing and leaves the skin with a healthy nourished radiance.

Davidson Plum

 Another Australian Native rich in four powerful phyto-nutrients, Davidson Plum has shown to help speed up cell turnover, reduce inflammation and protect the skin's barrier. In addition to potent antioxidant benefits, it is also an excellent source of vitamin E and zinc which are both essential for healthy skin. Preserving collagen, brightening and firming the skin while also reducing the visible effects of UV damage are also listed on its impressive resume of abilities.

Caviar Finger Lime 

 If you haven’t heard, antioxidants are kind of a big deal when it comes to skin health and protection. Caviar Finger Lime contains naturally high levels of fruit acids and antioxidants and is a potent source of Vitamin C, encouraging skin repair and rejuvenation at a cellular level. Containing essential amino acids, finger lime also helps to lock moisture into the skin, restoring its Natural Moisturising Factors. This nourishing combination of nutrients is ideal for supporting those with sensitive, irritated or inflamed skin. See one of our happy customer’s reviews after suffering from persistent eczema below.

How to fit LAMAV Boosters in your skincare routine

Designed to fit in with your current skincare routine. Each booster has its own unique formula and application recommendation for best results.

Our Boosters are made to work in conjunction with your current skincare products to enhance their performance as the star product in your skincare regimen. Each booster has its own unique formula to target and support a variety of skin concerns. 

Discover how you can easily fit them into your current skincare rituals below.

Omega 3 Advanced Night Cream

As the name suggests, this booster was specifically designed to support your skin overnight. After cleansing and toning gently press a small amount onto the face, neck and décolletage and allow it to absorb. Our Advanced Night Cream can also be layered over the top of our Bakuchiol or Collagen Support Boosters to seriously supercharge your skin overnight.

Bakuchiol 4% Natural Retinol Alternative

 As bakuchiol encourages cellular turnover, it’s best to use this at night to avoid sun exposure immediately after application. For optimum results use 3-4 times per week after cleansing and toning. Press a small amount onto the face, neck and décolletage. Wait for 1-2 minutes before continuing with your night-time serums, oils and moisturisers.

Collagen Support

 Our Collagen Support Booster is potent but non-irritating, so can be used morning or night. However, to get the most out of the precious bio-actives we suggest PM application when your skin is able to thoroughly soak in all the goodness. Post cleansing, press a few drops onto your face, neck and décolletage. Wait for 1-2 minutes before following with your chosen LAMAV Serum and Moisturiser.