I’ve never really had a skin care routine or worn makeup at all.

About me:  I’m 61 years old and now retired.  I’ve never really had a skin care routine or worn makeup at all. I have always been the outdoorsy type.  Gardening, walking my dog, riding my bike, and wild swimming are my favourite things to do. 

A couple of years ago, I started to notice that my skin was getting very dry, and wrinkles and red patches were appearing.  I suffer from eczema, which is triggered by stress, and I have always had dry skin issues, but this was very different.  I started using a facial moisturiser, but didn’t really know what to do. 

Enter Dalia:  I met Dalia through work and have known her for a good few years now.  I know that she is honest and principled.  When I heard that she was making a skincare range that she had researched herself using organic and vegan ingredients, I got in touch.  Dalia was brilliant.  She advised which of her products would suit my skin type and also what a skin care routine involves, but she didn’t push her products at all.  I started by purchasing a hand cream - random, I know when I really need something for my face, but it felt like a safe option! 

The Chamomile and Calendula hand cream smells divine, but more importantly, it really soothes my skin. I now use it religiously every day. It soaks into the skin quickly without leaving a greasy residue, so it can be used throughout the day. 

After the hand cream, I was sold on Dalia Botanique! So I plunged and bought the products needed for a skin care routine. 

Here’s my routine:
Huile Nettoyante Cleansing Oil. I really didn’t think an oil cleanser would leave my skin feeling clean and non-greasy, but it really does.  I just use two drops, and it is enough to clean my whole face. 

Cucumber and Chamomile Calming Facial Mist -  a couple of sprays of this next, and I just let this dry for a minute or two.  To be honest, if the summer gets hot, I’ll be spritzing my face with this - it is so cooling and refreshing

Botanical Facial Serum - I adore this product.  You just need a couple of drops, and that is enough to cover the face.  It is so nourishing, and my skin really feels as though it is drinking it in.

HydraRenew Mushroom and Ceramide Face Cream - Who knew that mushrooms could be in a moisturiser cream! I use this cream just before bed.  It is wonderfully thick, but again really soaks into the skin.  I use a tiny amount and think the jar will last about 6 months. 

Glow and Protect Face Cream - I use this cream in the morning before going out walking my dog.  I love the fact that it contains SPF30 as I would never remember to put on a suncream, but I do spend a lot of time outside.  As with the other products, you don’t need to use much.

I feel so much better about my skin as a result of using these products

All of the products are wonderfully scented, but not with anything too strong. 

I realise that for some, the cost would be prohibitive.  If I had to choose, I’d prioritise the cleanser and botanical serum - they are my must-haves, but the HydraRenew Mushroom and Ceramide would come a close third!