In two weeks I'm hopping a plane to Toronto for a visit with my family. I can't wait to celebrate the holidays with my loved ones, but I'm not looking forward to the havoc the trip always wreaks on my skin. It begins with the drying atmosphere of air travel and continues with the harsh effects of wind and indoor climate control—not to mention the stress of social obligations. By the time I return home, my face feels sallow while my heels and elbows are cracked and flaky. Not pretty.
This year I'm determined not to let the season get the better of my skin! I chatted with Adina Grigore, founder of natural skincare line S.W. Basics, to get the scoop on how to save face (and hands! and feet!) during the holidays. The brand is all about less-is-more (each product has five or fewer ingredients), so it's no surprise that Adina recommends a pared-down approach to skincare. The theme that marks her advice is to make time for yourself, whether it's five minutes for your bedtime skin routine or an hour-long yoga class for your spirit. See below for Adina's tips!
To help you further keep skin stress at bay, S.W. Basics is kindly offering readers of The City Sage a 10% discount on their Mini Kit Bundles. The travel-sized products in the sets are all small enough to pack in your carry-on bag, and they come tucked in a cheery zipper pouch designed in collaboration with artist Chris Uphues. Pick one up for yourself and pack it before you hit the road, or grab a few as stocking stuffers for super skin year 'round!
The deets: Enter code CITYSAGE10 to receive 10% off the S.W. Basics Mini Kit Bundle. Offer starts 12/4 and ends at 11:59pm EST on 12/7.