* This post is sponsored by Olay. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Olay Serum Sticks and Skin Care
Taking care of your skin is such a huge part of your overall health and wellness. Did you know that your skin is the first line of defense against bacteria that we encounter in our daily lives? It is therefore very important that we take good care of it. That is why Olay Serum Sticks have become a staple in my skincare routine.
I collaborated with Olay on this blog post to try their new awesome products but specifically their new Olay Serum Sticks. Growing up, I remember my mother always using Olay products. I would put on her night creams and moisturizers and always felt really “womanly” and “beautiful” lol.
What are Olay Serum Sticks?
Olay serum sticks are super-hydrating serums in a unique, easy to apply stick form. It is the same as applying a liquid serum but the cool thing about it being in stick form is that you can take it on the go without having any problems of it spilling or getting messy in your bag. They are packed with vitamins such as Vitamin B3 and Vitamin C. That’s not it, they’re also super-concentrated with hydrating ingredients.
Why Should I apply a Serum?
Do you need to apply a serum? Absolutely! Applying a serum before your moisturizer is a great way to deliver powerful ingredients directly into your skin. A serum absorbs faster than a moisturizer so this is great for targeting specific skincare concerns such as wrinkles, skin texture, or early signs of aging. It’s a definite staple in my skincare routine.
Olay Serum Sticks & Travel
Yay for traveling! Traveling can get crazy especially having to carry lots of makeup in liquid form. Olay Serum Sticks are perfect for on-the-go because they just won’t spill, break, or damage any of your fancy bags. That’s just so great! These are also great if you carry your makeup bag around such as to the gym or staying over at a friend’s house.
Olay Serum Sticks glide on easily and are super hydrating. Vitamin B3 helps your skin retain moisture and Vitamin C has naturally-occurring antioxidants that brighten, tone, and support your skin’s moisture barrier. There are three different serum sticks;
- Brightening– super concentrated with hydrating ingredients, plus Vitamin B3 and Vitamin C.
- Cooling-Hydration– in addition to being packed with vitamins, this one has Cactus Water. Cactus water contains electrolytes and antioxidants that gently cool and soothes your skin. Cactus water also helps prevent UV damage. I would recommend for acne-prone skin.
- Refreshing– packed with vitamins as well as Sake Kasu which is known for containing amino acids, which are natural moisturizers, and antioxidants that help invigorate your skin. I would recommend for dry skin.
Olay has also dished out complementary beauty products to complete your beauty regime.
Vitamin C Scrubs
What a more perfect way to start your day other than washing your face with a refreshing, clean scent scrub. Olay carries 3 different scrubs for your skin’s special needs:
- Pore-Perfecting Scrub– Formulated with Vitamin C to brighten and purify skin as well as Dragon Fruit which is a magical escape to the tropics. The small sugar-like crystals aid in exfoliating your face for that natural glow.
- Hydrating Scrub– This one comes packed with Vitamin C and Caviar Lime Essence. Caviar helps produce better quality collagen and slows down the aging process. So fancy!
- Detoxifying Scrub– as the name says it. This scrub will detoxify your skin. It’s packed with Vitamin C & Charcoal. Charcoal helps draw bacteria, poisons, chemicals, dirt and other micro-particles to the surface of the skin, leaving you with flawless skin. Charcoal is also good for acne.
Overnight Gel Masks
Once a week I like to pamper myself and relax with a face mask. Olay’s newest overnight gel masks will make you sleep like a queen! They do the hard work overnight so you know you will wake up with beautiful radiant skin. All are packed with vitamins and are oil-free so you know your pores are safe from clogging. Also, there is no rinse required. The newest products include:
- Firming– formulated with a Vitamin A and Witch Hazel complex that helps skin’s ability to retain moisture and keep skin looking firm. As if that wasn’t enough, Hyaluronic acid does its job by working 24hrs to visibly firm and smooth.
- Brightening– formulated with Vitamin C and orange flower blossom extract, a natural ingredient that can refresh tired, dull skin.
- Hydrating– formulated with Vitamin E, a natural anti-oxidant to help protect skin from surface free radicals which can cause visible damage like uneven skin tone and fine lines and wrinkles.
Beauty Routine
Having a good skincare routine is essential to maintaining healthy youthful-looking skin. Your skin gets used to the treatment you give it so it shows when you are not taking good care of it. My routine involves:
- Wash face using Olay Vitamin C Scrubs. These are gentle for everyday use and exfoliate to remove dead skin cells.
- Apply Pressed Serum Stick.
- Apply a moisturizer with SPF during the day and cream at night before bed.
- Do a mask. I recommend it once a week.
Self-Care
Lastly, it is important to take care of yourself internally. You can use the greatest most expensive products in the world but if your lifestyle is not the best, your skin will show it. Pay attention to what you eat. View eating as fueling yourself rather than just “eating” You are like a car and need fuel to keep on going and perform your best. Give yourself the best fuel!
xoxo
Xio
