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Top Tips for Beautiful Skin This Autumn

Skincare / Tania Cibulskis, PGDipHSc, BHSc, BSc

As Autumn graces us with shorter days, cooler temperatures, reduced humidity, and falling leaves, you may have noticed a number of changes to your skin. Common skin changes that occur in response to the climatic shift in Autumn include:

1. Increased dryness: The cooler temperatures and lower humidity levels can cause the skin to become dry and dehydrated. This can lead to increased sensitivity, itching, flakiness, and a tight feeling.

2. Duller Appearance: Reduced sunlight and decreased humidity levels can lead to a dull and lackluster complexion.

3. Lines and wrinkles: The drop in humidity can also accentuate fine lines and wrinkles, making them more noticeable.

4. Redness and irritation: For some people, cooler temperatures and dry air can trigger skin irritation and inflammation, leading to redness, itching, and sensitivity. Those who suffer from eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea may also experience increased irritation to their skin.

5. Acne and breakouts: As the weather changes, the skin’s natural oil production may fluctuate, leading to clogged pores and breakouts.

Dermatologists agree that as the seasons change, so should your skincare routine. It’s important to take extra care of your skin to keep it healthy and hydrated and it is the minor tweaks that can make a major difference. Here are some tips to support your skin during this season:

Tips For Beautiful Skin This Autumn:

1.Use a Hydrating Cleanser

Because the skin produces less oil during autumn and winter it is best to use a cream cleanser to restore the skin’s natural oils and avoid unnecessary dryness. Scenturie’s Natural Creamy Cleanser is a highly effective, super-gentle, nourishing creamy cleanser that leaves skin feeling clean, refreshed, hydrated, and glowing with good health.

2. Add a Hydrating Serum or Face Oil

Using a moisturiser is one thing, but adding a serum or face oil adds an extra level of hydration and nourishment to your skincare routine. A good serum can boost the skin’s ability to produce collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, which help improve the health and texture of the skin.

Scenturie’s award-winning Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum contains a nutrient-rich, collagen-boosting, blend of plant oils that help to restore optimal skin health, hydration, resilience, and a youthful radiant glow.

3. Use a Thicker, Richer Moisturiser

A good moisturiser is essential to restore the lipid barrier and hydrate skin to prevent dryness and flakiness. Look for a moisturiser that is rich in natural plant oils and humectants, such as shea butter, argan oil, hyaluronic acid, and glycerin. Another tip is to apply your moisturiser to damp skin before the water has a chance to escape.

Scenturie’s Ultra-Rich Natural Night Cream is a deeply nourishing and hydrating moisturiser perfect for an ultra-hydrating Autumn skincare routine. Antioxidant-rich Pomegranate Seed Extract, Green Tea Leaf Extract, and Hyaluronic Acid scientifically proven to greatly improve skin hydration, stimulate collagen synthesis, and regenerate skin cells, leading to the reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

4. Exfoliate Skin Gently

Exfoliating your skin once or twice a week can help to remove dead skin cells and promote cellular turnover. Use a light circular action from the centre of your face outward – avoid hard pressure or scrubbing at your skin as this can cause damage.

Use Scenturie’s award-winning Espresso Facial Scrub to buff away dead skin cells and impurities to reveal clean, velvety smooth skin. Finely ground Fair Trade coffee beans are suspended in a rich, thickly textured blend of Argan, Chia, Grapeseed, Sweet Almond, and Coconut oils, and New Zealand Manuka leaf extract, to deliver optimal nourishment while deep cleansing your skin.

5. Protect Your Skin From The Sun

Always protect your skin from the sun with a good sunscreen of at least SPF 30 every day. Even if you’re not spending the day outdoors, sunscreen needs to be part of your daily routine. Sun damage can occur any day, any time, and anywhere. Even in overcast weather UV rays penetrate the skin increasing your risk of skin cancer and accelerating aging. Mineral sunscreens with zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are critical for blocking UVA and UVB rays.

6. Follow a Healthy Diet

Cooler weather often signals a change in our diets to eat more comfort foods. It can also mess with our skin, with fattier foods clogging our skin and causing breakouts. We’re also likely to drink less water which can affect the hydration levels in our skin. Avoid “carb-binging”, and continue to eat plenty of fruit and veggies. Stick to healthy fats and oils, and keep drinking plenty of water throughout autumn to maintain your hydration from the inside.

Remember that skincare should be adapted to your specific skin type and needs. If you have specific skin concerns, consider consulting with a dermatologist or skincare professional for personalized recommendations. By following these autumn skincare tips, you can help your skin stay beautiful and healthy throughout the season.

Read our blog: The Best Skincare Routine For Your Skin Type.

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Body Positivity: Why It Matters

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What Is Body Positivity?

Body positivity is an important concept that emphasizes the acceptance and appreciation of one’s body, regardless of its shape, age, size, health status, or appearance. Body positivity takes the focus away from looks, and identifies people by their strengths and non-physical characteristics. This is crucial because we live in a society that often promotes unrealistic beauty standards and perpetuates harmful stereotypes about certain body types.⁠

Why is Body Positivity Important?

1) Body positivity improves mental health. When people feel comfortable and confident in their bodies, it can have a positive impact on their mental health. Body positivity can help people reduce stress and anxiety, and promote self-esteem and self-love.⁠
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2) Body positivity fights discrimination. People who don’t fit traditional beauty standards often face discrimination and bias. Body positivity can help fight against this discrimination and promote inclusivity and diversity.⁠
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3) Body positivity encourages healthy habits. Body positivity emphasizes the importance of self-care and self-love, which can encourage people to adopt healthy habits that improve their physical and mental health.⁠
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4) Body positivity promotes social change. Body positivity movements can have a larger impact on society by promoting social change and challenging harmful beauty standards.⁠
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Overall, body positivity is an important concept that can have a significant impact on people’s physical and mental well-being, as well as promoting inclusivity and diversity in society.⁠

Tips to help you become more body positive:

Practice self-care. Taking care of your body can help you feel better about it. This can include getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, reducing stress levels, and engaging in regular physical activity.
Focus on what your body can do, rather than what it looks like. Your body is capable of amazing things, such as carrying you through a marathon or creating a new life. Focus on these abilities, rather than any perceived flaws.
Challenge negative self-talk. We all have negative thoughts about our bodies from time to time, but it’s important to challenge these thoughts and replace them with positive ones. For example, if you catch yourself thinking, “I hate my thighs,” try replacing that thought with, “My thighs are strong and help me walk, run, and dance.”
Surround yourself with positive people. Spend time with people who make you feel good about yourself and value you as a person. Seek out social media accounts, blogs, and communities that promote body positivity and self-love.
Remember that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. There is no one “ideal” body type, and it’s important to remember that every body is unique and beautiful in its own way.
Practice gratitude. Focus on what you are grateful for in your life, rather than what you wish you could change about your body. This can help shift your focus away from negative self-talk and toward positive self-love.

Remember, becoming body positive is a journey, and it may take time and effort to change the way you think about your body. But with practice and patience, you can learn to love and accept yourself just as you are.

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Stress and Your Skin: How to lower stress to save your skin.

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Stress and Your Skin

Life can be tough at times and our stress levels can start to spiral when we feel like we are losing control of things.

It is a proven fact that your emotional wellness is directly linked to your levels of physical wellness. When we are more anxious, worried, or unable to cope with our circumstances in a healthy manner, the body begins to produce spikes of stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, which can have a negative impact on everything from our immune system to inflammation, the nervous system, even blood flow and circulation.

Therefore, it makes sense that over time chronic stress can take a toll, not only on your mental and physical health, but on your skin too. The inflammatory response caused by stress has been shown to speed up the body’s ageing processes, causing the breakdown of collagen and elastin, and the formation of more fine lines or wrinkles.

Additionally, it can also worsen skin issues such as acne, excess oil production, dark undereye circles, irritation or increased sensitivity, dry skin, dullness, dehydration, and more.

Below are some suggestions to help lower your stress levels and help you feel more balanced and in control of life. The good news is that you should also notice an improvement in your complexion too.

Techniques to Reduce Stress and Live a Calmer Balanced Life

1. Exercise Daily

Exercise is wonderful for so many reasons, among which is the release of pent-up tension or stress that is stored in the body. As well as increasing blood flow and delivering oxygen to every cell in our body, daily exercise boosts the release of endorphins in our brain. These are the “feel-good” neurotransmitters that improve our sense of well-being and make us feel happy. To make it a consistent habit, we recommend choosing a form of movement that feels fun and joyful, rather than worrying about the latest fitness trend or whether or not you’re burning enough calories. The point is to worry less, not more, so consider this permission to skip those marathon runs (unless of course you enjoy them).

2. Practice mindfulness

Another helpful habit with many science-backed benefits is mindfulness, which can take many forms. For example, meditation can be very helpful for developing a strong mind and combating negative emotions. Or you might prefer to journal each morning to reduce brain chatter and find your focus. You could even try yoga as a way to get moving and be mindful all at once.

3. Get more sleep

When you’re struggling with a high-stress lifestyle or environment, not getting enough sleep is like adding insult to injury. Without adequate rest, it becomes harder for the brain to recharge and react appropriately to stressful situations. In order to prevent related concerns such as anxiety, depression, and fatigue, experts recommend getting at least 7- 9 hours of sleep and going to bed at roughly around the same time every night.

4. Eat a healthy and balanced diet

Understanding that what you put into your body can affect your mood, one way to better support all of your internal systems, is with a nutrient-dense diet. For this, foods like vegetables, fruits, supplemented with healthy fats, complex carbohydrates, and protein are your best bet. That said, it’s also worth noting that undereating or strict dieting can cause the body additional stress, so don’t sweat the occasional treat or indulgence. It’s all about balance!

5. Press pause when you need to

A common trap that many of us fall into is feeling like we must be productive at all times, in order to be successful. However, this is a bit of a misconception and can actually ramp up stress levels to the point that they become unmanageable. Instead, a better approach would be to listen to cues that your mind or body needs a break, and slow down. This could look like taking a mental health day, a long walk, sitting enjoying nature, or just going about your day at a slower pace. These things can all make a big difference in preventing burnout.

6. Make time for the things you love the most

In addition to just taking breaks as needed, it’s also important to carve out time for hobbies and activities that bring you joy. Whether it’s by listening to music, spending time with friends and family, or traveling somewhere new and exciting, staying connected to the things that inspire you is an essential part of holistic wellness.

7. Talk it through

We’re all in this together, so when feeling super stressed, sometimes the best thing is to voice your frustrations out loud. If you have access and feel comfortable talking to a professional, doing so is a great way to ease your burden and receive helpful feedback. You could also touch base with someone in your life like a friend or partner that you trust, for a quick reminder that you’re never in it alone. Spend time with people who make you feel good about yourself and value you as a person.

8. Cultivate an attitude of gratitude

Studies have shown that practising gratitude, such as with a gratitude journal or even just a quick daily list of the things you appreciate in your life, can tangibly lower cortisol levels in the body. In turn, this can help improve not only your mood but also chronic stress symptoms like headaches, digestive issues, and muscle tension.

9. Create self-care rituals you love

We talk a lot about self-care here, and with good reason. Even the smallest gestures – such as drawing yourself a hot bath, applying your favourite skincare, giving yourself a relaxing facial massage – can be very centering and grounding in the midst of a stressful time. Although they may seem simple, these acts of self-love can be a perfect way to boost confidence and a sense of perseverance.

10. Don’t forget to breathe

Lastly, one of the easiest and most effective things you can do to keep yourself calm is to practice breathing control. Taking just a few minutes per day to focus on your breathing can work wonders for helping you to relax your mind and body. Once you’ve mastered a minute or so of this at a time, you might even consider seeking out some guided breathing exercises, which are shown to help instantly soothe the nervous system and restore inner peace.

Breathing Control

This technique will help you to relax and control your breathing.

Sit in a comfortable and supported position.
Put one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach.
If it helps you to relax, close your eyes (otherwise leave them open) and focus on your breathing.
Slowly breathe in through your nose (or mouth if you’re unable to do this) and then out through your mouth.
As you breathe, you’ll feel the hand on your stomach rise more than the hand on your chest.
Try to use as little effort as possible and make your breaths slow, relaxed and smooth.

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“Life is not the way it is supposed to be, it is the way it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference.”

Virginia Satir

References & Resources

10 Tips to Manage Stress, by WebMD, Medically Reviewed by Melinda Ratini, DO, MS

https://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/tips-to-control-stress

What Are the Effects of Stress on Your Face? by Daniel Yetman, Medically reviewed by Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI

https://www.healthline.com/health/stress-on-face#effects

Stress and Sleep by The American Psychological Association

https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2013/sleep

Gratitude Helps Minimize Feelings of Stress by Najma Khorrami M.P.H. for Psychology Today

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/comfort-gratitude/202007/gratitude-helps-minimize-feelings-stress

healthnavigator.org.nz

https://www.healthnavigator.org.nz/health-a-z/s/stress/

depression.org.nz

https://depression.org.nz/

smallsteps.org.nz

https://www.smallsteps.org.nz/stress

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Love Your Body This Summer

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Summer holidays are the chance for us to unwind, relax, enjoy time to ourselves and with others, and to reconnect with a slower pace of life. For many of us we enjoy time at the beach or lake, cooling off from the hot summer sun. However, for many of us the thought of putting on a swimsuit and baring our bodies for all to see is not such a relaxing thought.

Having a perfect little tanned bikini body is an illusion and far from reality for most of us. However, what we tend to forget is that nobody else cares whether or not we have a perfect summer body. The only person who really cares is you! What really matters is being confident with the body you have. It is so important to love and accept the skin you are in, no matter your shape, size, colour, or condition – it is your body for your whole life. Worrying about how you look, or what others think of your body, is unnecessary and a waste of precious life!

With a little help from nutritious food, exercise, and natural personal care products you can feel more confident with your body through its ages and stages. Here are a few tips to keep your skin looking and feeling its best this summer:

1) Cleanse using natural soap to preserve your skins natural oils

Cleansers, soaps, and body washes that contain synthetic ingredients and harsh chemicals such as sulfates and parabens can strip away the skins natural oils leaving it feeling dry, irritated and inflamed. Even worse, these chemicals are hugely problematic for the environment.

Avoiding products with parabens and sulfates and choosing natural plant-based soap bars or body wash to clean your skin helps to preserve your body’s own natural oils as well as being kind to our planet.

Scenturie’s Natural Creamy Cleanser is formulated with a selection of premium botanical oils renowned for their hydrating and moisturising qualities. New Zealand Pohutukawa Bark extract and Green Tea Leaf extract, have been selected for their powerful antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory benefits. The result is a highly effective, super-gentle, nourishing creamy cleanser that leaves skin feeling clean, refreshed, hydrated, and glowing with good health.

2) Exfoliate for smooth, healthy, glowing skin

The main purpose of exfoliating the skin on your body is to remove dead, dry surface skin cells and promote a smoother, more even skin texture. Exfoliating is one of the best ways to stimulate blood flow and lymph drainage and can help keep skin looking and feeling healthy as you age.

The great news is that you are likely to have all the ingredients at home to make your own DIY body scrub. Left-over coffee grinds, sugar, and salt can all be used as natural exfoliants for your body.

One of my favourite homemade exfoliant recipes is combining equal parts coffee grounds, brown sugar, and coconut oil (or any carrier oil of your choice) to make a paste. Gently massage into the skin on your arms and legs and rinse off with warm water. The coffee grounds and sugar exfoliate the skin and help boost blood circulation. Use scrub 1-2 times a week.

Complete your all over body exfoliation with Scenturie’s award-winning Espresso Facial Scrub.

3) Moisturise daily to nourish and hydrate skin cells

Using a body moisturiser helps to hydrate, replenish, and nourish your skin cells and restore balance to the largest organ in your body. Lack of moisture and nourishment can cause dry, flaky skin and if this is not corrected it can lead to irritation, inflammation, and premature ageing. Aim to moisturise your skin at least once daily, ideally after your shower.

Scenturie’s Ultimate Hydrating Hand and Body Cream delivers intense nourishment and lasting hydration to skin. Made with nutrient-rich plant oils, NZ native extracts, and pure essential oils of Lavender and Rose Geranium, this hand and body cream is a luxurious sensorial treat for the skin and the senses. Perfect for daily use it will leave your skin feeling silky smooth, super-hydrated, and deeply nourished.

4) Pay homage to your hard-working hands

The skin on our hands is the first area of our body to show the signs of ageing. It suffers the most because of regular hand washing, hand sanitiser, and all the things that our hands do daily! Pop a handy jar of Scenturie’s award-winning Rejuvenating Natural Hand Cream in your handbag for instant hand hydration on the go!

5) Cover up and protect from the sun

Always remember to slip, slop, slap! Protective clothing, sunscreen with an SPF 30+ (or higher), and a wide brimmed hat are essential to protect our skin from the harsh summer sun. With skin cancer rates the highest in the world in NZ and Australia, this is so important. Remember to re-apply sunscreen every few hours!

Love your body this summer by showing yourself care, acceptance, and respect. Enjoy being you!

Are you suffering from sun-damaged skin? Click HERE to read our article on post-summer care and learn how to hydrate and repair with Scenturie Natural Skincare.

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Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Daily Face Moisturiser?

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Applying a daily face moisturiser can instantly give you a radiant, healthy-looking complexion. Moisturising your skin daily boosts hydration, helps prevent flaking and dullness, and creates a protective layer of moisture that lasts all day. It also provides a smooth base for applying makeup and optimises the delivery of vital nutrients to skin cells. Many studies have shown that keeping your skin well-moisturised can help prevent premature lines and wrinkles and can help minimise the appearance of wrinkles that are already there.

However, there is more to moisturising than just applying a cream to your face. Here are a few suggestions to help ensure that you get the most out of your daily face moisturiser:

5 Top Tips to Get the Most out of Your Daily Face Moisturiser:

1) Ensure your moisturiser contains ‘humectants’

An effective daily face moisturiser provides lasting hydration to the skin. Hydration starts with ingredients known as humectants such as glycerin, aloe vera, and hyaluronic acid. Check the ingredients list before you buy any moisturiser — face or body — and make sure it contains at least one humectant.

2) Layer strategically

Layering your products in an effective order allows you to get the most out of your skincare. A rule of thumb is to start with products that have the thinnest consistency and work your way up to the heaviest. Serums go on first, followed by oils, then creams. The one exception is sunscreen, which should be applied last, as it blocks the skin’s ability to absorb moisture and nutrients.

3) Apply moisturiser in upward strokes.

As we age gravity pushes our skin downward causing sagging and wrinkles. Applying your face moisturiser using gentle upward strokes helps to increase circulation, reduce puffiness and water retention, and ensure that your skin absorbs the most moisture and nutrients it can.

4) Don’t neglect your neck and décolletage.

There’s no reason to stop moisturising when you reach your jawline. Along with your face and hands, your neck and décolletage are the first places to show signs of aging, and need to be hydrated and nourished too. Facial skincare targets wrinkles and dark spots, whereas regular body lotion does not. Your facial moisturiser should be applied twice daily to your neck and décolletage too.

5) Take a seasonal approach to skincare

A new season can require a slight change to your skincare routine. In winter our skin tends to need more moisture due to the drying effect the cold weather can have. Adding a serum or face oil before your day and/or night cream can give your skin the moisture boost it needs. In summer, most skin types don’t need a heavy moisturiser, especially when adding sunscreen during the day. A lighter cream, or just a serum or face oil, may be all that is needed after cleansing and toning.

What we recommend:

Nourishing Natural Day Cream

Scenturie’s award-winning Nourishing Natural Day Cream is a super-gentle, light-weight, hydrating, nourishing moisturiser made with nutrient-rich premium plant oils and extracts including argan, grapeseed, apricot kernel, and sweet almond oils.

Suitable for all skin types, this face moisturiser can also be used as a night cream for oily, acne-prone, and combination skin types, or if a light-weight, fragrance-free cream is required.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

I am in love with all of the Scenturie range. I have sensitive skin prone to eczema and acne and this skincare range has worked wonders. I have had no eczema issues whatsoever and my acne (due to having to wear a mask all the time) clears up quickly using this range. I love that it is vegan and the packaging is reusable as well. Thanks so much!

Kayleen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I have annoyingly sensitive skin and only use natural skincare so am always cautious when trying new products, but this moisturiser is divine – my skin feels and looks amazing – thank you for producing such a beautiful natural product – looking forward to trying the rest of the range.

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All Scenturie natural skincare products are made in New Zealand with premium, plant-based ingredients that are nutrient-rich, ethically sourced, and backed by science. We avoid synthetic chemicals, known irritants, and synthetic fragrances, inviting you to enjoy the subtle fragrance of unrefined plant oils and essential oils, the way nature intended them to smell. All our products are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.

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Scenturie Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum with CoQ10 and NZ Kānuka Oil for anti-ageing

Coenzyme Q10: The Science of Cellular Energy and Skin Longevity

Skincare / Tania Cibulskis, PGDipHSc, BHSc, BSc

Updated: January 2026

In the pursuit of timeless skin, we often look for the “next big thing.” But what if the most potent secret to a resilient, radiant complexion is already pulsing inside every one of your cells?

Meet Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)—also known as Ubiquinone. It isn’t just another buzzy ingredient; it is a vital, naturally occurring enzyme essential for cellular life. Think of it as the “spark plug” of your skin’s engine. Without it, the biological processes that govern repair, regeneration, and defense simply stall.

At Scenturie, we believe that true beauty is powered by biology. By understanding how CoQ10 functions at a molecular level, we can move beyond surface-level fixes and start supporting skin longevity from the inside out.

The Science of Skin Energy: How CoQ10 Works

Think of your skin as a high-performance engine. To run smoothly, it needs constant fuel. However, everyday life—like the harsh New Zealand sun, pollution, and even stress—creates “cellular vandals” called free radicals. These vandals break down your skin’s structure, leading to lines and dullness.

CoQ10 steps in with two vital jobs:

The Battery Charger: Every cell has a tiny power station (the mitochondria). CoQ10 is the “spark plug” that helps these stations create energy. When your cells have high energy, your skin can repair itself faster.
The Shield: Most antioxidants stay on the surface, but CoQ10 is “oil-loving.” It dives deep into the walls of your cells to create a robust shield, stopping damage before it even starts.

Six Ways CoQ10 Transforms Your Skin

1. Faster Healing and Refreshing

Energy is everything. When your skin cells are “fully charged” with CoQ10, they can perform daily maintenance. This faster turnover means your skin looks fresh and vibrant, rather than tired and sluggish.

2. Keeping Your Skin Firm (Collagen Support)

Collagen is the “scaffolding” that keeps skin firm. As we age, our natural “scaffold” starts to weaken. CoQ10 acts like a support beam—it encourages your skin to produce more collagen while protecting what you already have from breaking down.

3. Protection from the NZ Sun

We all know how intense the NZ sun can be. UV rays create a “stress storm” in your skin. CoQ10 helps your skin cells “weather the storm” better, preserving their strength so you see fewer sunspots and deep wrinkles over time.

4. Smoothing Out Fine Lines

Think of wrinkles like tiny “divots” in the skin. By keeping the deep layers of your skin thick and healthy, CoQ10 helps fill those divots from the inside out, creating a smoother, more refined texture on the surface.

5. Fading Dark Spots

Uneven skin tone is often caused by your skin overreacting to the sun. CoQ10 helps “calm down” the signals that create excess pigment. This helps fade dark spots and keeps your complexion looking clear and even.

6. Deep, Lasting Hydration

Because CoQ10 loves oil, it works perfectly within your skin’s natural moisture barrier. It doesn’t just sit on top; it strengthens your skin’s “seal” from within, preventing moisture from evaporating and keeping you hydrated for 24 hours.

The “Age Gap”: Why Your Natural Supply Isn’t Enough

While our bodies are capable of producing CoQ10, we hit “peak enzyme” in our early twenties. By the time we reach our 30s and 40s, internal levels begin to plummet. This energy deficit is why skin starts to look dull, takes longer to heal from breakouts, and begins to lose its youthful “snap.”

Replenishing these levels topically isn’t just a luxury—it’s a biological necessity for maintaining skin health into your 50s and beyond.

Elevate Your Routine: The Super Boost Synergy

Because CoQ10 requires a lipid delivery system to reach its full potential, we engineered the Scenturie Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum as the ultimate bio-available treatment.

We didn’t stop at CoQ10. We paired it with Bakuchiol—the gold-standard plant-based alternative to Retinol. Together, they create a synergistic powerhouse: Bakuchiol stimulates turnover and collagen, while CoQ10 provides the cellular energy required to fuel that very process.

This potent duo is suspended in a curated blend of nature’s most nutrient-dense oils:

NZ Kānuka Oil: For its unparalleled anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Cacay & Kiwi Seed Oils: Rich in natural Vitamin A and Omega-3s to restore elasticity.
Squalane & Argan: To mimic your skin’s natural sebum for instant, non-greasy absorption.

The Scenturie Ritual: Usage Tips for Maximum Performance

To unlock the full potential of your CoQ10-enriched routine, follow these expert steps:

Prep: Cleanse away environmental toxins with our Natural Creamy Cleanser and prime the skin with our Replenishing Natural Toner.
Activate: Apply 2-3 drops of the Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum to slightly damp skin. Always apply your serum before your moisturiser; its smaller molecular weight allows the CoQ10 to penetrate deeply into the dermis.
Seal: Massage the serum into your face and décolletage using upward, rhythmic strokes to boost lymphatic drainage.
Protect: Follow with our Nourishing Natural Day Cream (and a broad-spectrum SPF) or the Ultra-Rich Natural Night Cream to lock in those active botanicals while you sleep.

Experience the fusion of New Zealand’s potent botanicals and cutting-edge cellular science. Your skin has the power to regenerate—it just needs the right fuel.

At Scenturie, every drop is handcrafted in New Zealand. Our formulas are 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and ethically sourced. We invite you to move beyond synthetic fragrances and experience the raw, potent power of nature—the way it was intended.

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Skinimalism: Why the Best Skincare Routine is ‘Less’.

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Learn how a more minimalistic skincare approach is the best skincare routine for your skin, our planet, and your wallet.

Are you intimidated by ten-step skincare, or just tired of feeling overwhelmed everytime you go to shop for new cosmetics? If so, it might be time to join the skinimalist movement.

Today, we’re breaking down one of the biggest trends in beauty with answers to some frequently asked questions, plus our go-to tips for skinimalism success.

What is skinimalism?

As you can probably guess, the term skincare minimalism – or “skinimalism” refers to the paring down of traditionally intensive skin and makeup routines. A more minimalist approach to beauty can take a variety of forms, from reducing the number of products and steps in our daily rituals, to wearing less make-up allowing our natural skin to shine through.

Skinimalism is about simplifying and committing to a more sustainable (and often less expensive) skincare routine, utilising beauty products that multi-task, and uncovering and celebrating our natural beauty by moving away from heavy make-up.

An increasing number of beauty lovers are adopting minimalism as a lifestyle and finding that sometimes less, really is more.

What are the benefits of a minimalist beauty and skincare routine?

Although it’s been billed as a wellness trend in recent years, there’s so much more to minimalism than meets the eye, and there are a lot of potential perks to scaling back. Let’s take a look at a few of our favourite benefits:

1. Save time and effort

When adopting more minimalist habits, one of the first things you’ll notice is that your everyday experience becomes more streamlined. You’ll be able to reclaim a few extra minutes every morning and evening, and over time, this savings can really start to add up. Whether you use your extra time to be more productive with your day or sneak in a few moments of much-needed relaxation is up to you. However, once you take advantage, chances are good you’ll be hooked on your new routine.

2. Save money

Another no-brainer benefit of doing less is spending less. By eliminating unnecessary steps in the routine, you’ll have fewer products to worry about restocking, translating into a huge boost for your budget. You can then reallocate the funds you would have spent buying another “must-have” product towards more intentional forms of self care, such as treating yourself to a massage, or depositing money into your dream holiday fund.

3. Save your skin

It’s no secret around here that we love our magic lotions and potions. However, for many people, those ten-step rituals can often be too much of a good thing. Too many active ingredients and additives in our products can actually be damaging to the skin’s naturally-existing ecosystem, leaving you with a damaged barrier and an irritated complexion. When you start to prioritise only what you need, you’ll likely be amazed at how well your skin responds to simplicity.

4. Save your sanity

Although for many of us skincare is self care, there’s an aspect to which complicated beauty routines can disrupt peace of mind. For example, if you’re constantly on the lookout for quick fixes or changing up your routine when you don’t love your results, you’ll risk burning out and feeling worse about yourself in the longer term. In this instance, trying a more minimalist approach can help you free up valuable bandwidth in your brain and learn to trust the process.

5. Save our planet

Besides all of the personal benefits of a minimal routine, another huge positive outcome of this movement is a reduction of harm to the environment. When you really pause to think about the amount of packaging waste and manufacturing pollution produced by constant consumption, it becomes clear that one of the easiest ways to combat these things is by using less. Although you don’t have to give up your beauty routine altogether, buying even a few less items per year can really start to make an impact.

Going Minimal: Our Top Tips for Adopting a Skinimalist Approach:

1. Focus on just a few essentials

For building your perfectly pared down skincare rituals, a good place to start is with three to five basic steps that support overall skin health. All skin types need a good cleanser, moisturiser, and sun protection, so these items should provide a good foundation. You can stick with these three, if you feel content. Or add a targeted serum or treatment product if you want to up the ante.

2. Think quality, not quantity

Going minimal doesn’t have to mean sacrificing results. In fact, a tip we love for keeping skincare simple yet effective is to invest in just a few good products. In particular, natural formulas that are packed with nutrient-rich, quality ingredients will yield the most payoff in terms of nourishing your skin, promoting moisture retention, and helping it to stay glowing.

Scenturie Natural Skincare is a nutrient-rich, minimalistic skincare range providing everything you need for a healthy, glowing complexion.

3. Look for products that multi-task

Another way to keep your best skincare routine quick and easy is with products that serve multiple purposes. This way, you can eliminate a step or two without compromising efficacy. The good news is that many of today’s products are designed to do just that. Look for items such as cleansers that are also makeup removers, masks that provide exfoliation alongside an infusion of moisture, or perhaps a toner that hydrates and can double as a makeup setting spray.

Multi-tasking skincare products

4. Customise according to your concerns

Lastly, one more helpful thing to consider when simplifying your best skincare routine is to stay focused on your specific skin type and present condition. Rather than trying to address everything all at once, you may find it more beneficial to pick just one concern and choose products accordingly. For example, if you struggle with dry skin, incorporating moisturisers and toners with hyaluronic acid or plant-based oils will be your best bet. Or if you are looking to troubleshoot signs of ageing such as fine lines, wrinkles, or sun spots, products that contain a natural retinol like bakuchiol should be one of your essential staples.

Scenturie offers a range of natural skincare sets that address certain skincare concerns. For example, our Ultra-Hydrating Natural Skincare Set consists of five essential skincare products designed to cleanse, tone, nourish and protect dry, ageing, and combination skin types.

Ultra-Hydrating Natural Skincare Set

Last But Not Least…

One last thing to remember when it comes to skincare is that you should always feel empowered to experiment and revise to find what works best for you. Consider decluttering your skincare routine one step at a time. Even the tiniest tweaks can make a difference towards simplifying and reaping the benefits of a minimalist routine. So don’t be afraid to change things up as needed and customise your rituals according to your individual needs.

In summary, the best skincare routine is a simple one. Keep it consistent and always use quality natural products. To find out the best skincare routine for your skin type click HERE.

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Natural Fragrance – The New Beauty Movement

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It’s hard to deny that scents can have a powerful impact on our everyday encounters and rituals. From the positive feelings evoked by smelling your favourite food to the memories attached to a fragrance that reminds you of someone you love, scent is an important sensory component of many experiences.

For this reason, cosmetic companies have been infusing beauty products with fragrance for centuries. However, modern science has begun to recognise that not all scented formulas are a good thing. These days more and more brands are taking a more natural approach to fragrance by using natural fragrances or even going fragrance-free, for the health of both consumers and our environment.

Here is what you need to know about this new movement and why it’s important:

Natural vs. Synthetic Fragrance: What is the difference?

In the first place, many people don’t realise that fragrance – particularly as it appears on many ingredient labels – can refer to a wide range of additives in a product that gives it its scent. Naturally scented products will use raw materials and ingredients of natural origin – such as essential oils and botanical extracts – whereas synthetically scented products may be using any one of thousands of lab-created chemicals.

Natural Fragrance

Natural fragrance refers to essential oils and plant extracts that are naturally occurring substances found in different parts of plants – the flower, fruit, leaf, stem, bark, wood or resin. Essential oils are derived from a single natural source and generally they are harvested sustainably. While the scent profile of essential oils can be replicated, the range of physical and mental health benefits cannot. These oils, rich in all sorts of nutrients, can provide medicinal, moisturizing, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties, and can be used in aromatherapy. Natural fragrance is difficult to reproduce synthetically, so that’s where synthetic fragrance oils come in.

Synthetic Fragrance

Synthetic fragrance oils are man-made in a laboratory in an attempt to replicate the smell of favourite foods, flowers, fruits, etc. These synthetically-made chemical scent compounds can use more than 200 unlabeled chemicals in a single scent, and they are found everywhere in modern life, such as personal care products, cleaning products, air fresheners, laundry soap, hand sanitisers, baby diapers, food, drinks, confectionery, and so much more. Synthetic fragrances are much cheaper to manufacture than essential oils, they have greater staying power, and there are endless possible scents that can be created, hence the reasons why most companies choose to use them over essential oils.

Alarmingly, more than 95 percent of the chemicals in synthetic fragrances are derived from petrochemicals! These chemicals include: benzene derivatives, phthalates, synthetic musks, and parabens. Apart from being toxic to our health, they are catastrophic to our environment!

According to the International Fragrance Association which oversees the fragrance industry, there are more than 3,000 different compounds which may legally be listed as fragrance, meaning if you see the term “fragrance” or “parfum” on your product packaging, it could be referencing any number of synthetic additives or ingredients.

Understanding product labels

Be aware that just because a label states “contains essential oils” it may also contain synthetic fragrance oils.

Cosmetic labeling requires that any added fragrance, whether natural or synthetic, is stated on the ingredient list as “parfum” or “fragrance”. If the fragrance contains any of the 26 current declarable fragrance allergens, these must be labeled when they occur at 0.001 % in a leave-on product or 0.01% in a rinse-off product.

Here is an example of how you may see essential oils listed on a product label: “parfum (fragrance)*. *From natural essential oils: *linalool, *limonene, *a-pinene (*natural components of essential oils).”

The confusing part is that synthetic fragrances would also be listed in the same way on a product label if the product also contains essential oils. How then do you know if a product contains 100% essential oils and no synthetic fragrances?

To be certain that a product contains no synthetic fragrances it must state on the label and website that it “contains no synthetic fragrances,” and uses only “100% essential oils.”

Better Beauty: A few good reasons why you should avoid synthetic fragrances:

Reason 1: Synthetic fragrances can be harmful to your skin.

If you’ve ever applied a product and experienced an unpleasant outbreak of itching, redness, rash, or stinging sensation, a common conclusion may be that you have an allergy to that product. However, what many people don’t realise is that it may actually be the added fragrance that is causing your reaction. Because many skin types don’t tolerate synthetic additives well, inflammation, and other signs of irritation can be easily triggered by the perfume component of a product.

Reason 2: Synthetic fragrances may be harmful to your health.

Besides the immediate impact of applying synthetic fragrances on your skin, experts are also beginning to attribute certain chemical additives frequently found in perfumed products to some more serious health consequences. Understanding that anything applied topically eventually ends up in the bloodstream, breast milk, and fat stores of the body, it only makes sense that this could be concerning.

According to the Environmental Working Group, about 75% of beauty products containing synthetic fragrances have been found to also contain phthalates which have been linked to disrupting hormone balance, harming the endocrine system, and causing abnormal cell growth. And although we are still learning about the long-term effects of certain chemical ingredients in our products, many researchers say the safest formula is one that omits synthetic fragrance altogether.

Reason 3: Synthetic fragrances are harmful for those with sensitivities.

Recent research out of the U.S. and Australia indicates that at least 30% of people struggle with sensitivity to scent, associating exposure to overpowering fragrance with negative health symptoms ranging from severe migraines to cognitive and neurological problems, gastrointestinal issues, and even seizures in small children.

Due to these types of adverse effects, at least 40% of survey participants say they prefer a fragrance-free environment for their workplace and health care facilities, as well as while travelling and enjoying other public spaces.

Reason 4: Synthetic fragrances are harming our planet.

Just in case skin health and wellness aren’t enough of a significant concern, there’s also a lot to consider in terms of the impact of synthetic fragrance on the environment.

With regards to both air and water pollution, environmental agencies say synthetic fragrance compounds are problematic because they don’t break down easily and are often undetectable to the filtration systems that would typically prevent them from ending up in our waterways. Similarly, because they are often sprayed as perfume, deodorant, or in diffusers, some studies suggest that chemically-enhanced fragrances could be contributing to toxic levels of airborne pollution.

Further, it’s worth noting that many synthetic fragrances are derived from petrochemicals, via processes that are problematic on many levels. According to experts, pollution from petrochemical production is a major contributor to the climate crisis, affecting not only our air and water, but also our soil, to the detriment of our food supply, our health, our communities, and our ecosystems on a global scale.

A Scent to Remember: Scenturie’s natural fragrance philosophy.

If all of the above information seems discouraging, the good news is that you don’t have to give up fragrance completely. If you are someone who does enjoy a little scent in your products, then natural fragrance is a perfect option because it gives you all of the sensory experience of fragrance, without all of the risks.

Scenturie is a natural beauty brand founded with a mission to respect our planet, its resources and each other. So with this in mind, our approach to scent in our formulas is to never use synthetic chemicals or known irritants, steering clear of any unnatural fragrances.

In our experience, we find that using only premium, plant-based ingredients and a minimal amount of essential oils, results in a perfect combination of pure, subtle, natural fragrance. At Scenturie, we don’t see a need to intervene by adding anything additional. Our products are scented just the way nature intended.

Other things to note:

If you are new to natural fragrance and have skin sensitivities, one more bit of advice is to always patch test products before using them. The best way to do so is by applying a very small amount to a discreet area, such as the inside of the forearm, and then waiting a full day to see if any reaction occurs.

Because some essential oils can still be too much for very sensitive skin, this is a great practice with any new formula that you are introducing, as it will help you troubleshoot any reactivity and find what really works best for you.

Choose products that use natural fragrances.

The use of synthetic fragrance is so entrenched in our modern world, that manufacturers aren’t going to give up synthetics without a fight. To them, the advantages still outweigh the disadvantages: synthetic fragrances last longer and cost less to make, so there’s little motivation for them to be transparent about the chemicals they use right now.

However, as more information about the hazards of synthetic fragrances become known, numerous businesses and consumers are opting for naturally scented products, choosing to support brands that fragrance their products with the health of the customer, the environment, and the planet in mind.

References

Health and societal effects from exposure to fragranced consumer products by Anne Steinemann. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5122698/

Five ‘Must-Knows’ on the Dangers of Synthetic Fragrance by Maria Rodale for Huffington Post. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/five-mustknows-on-the-dan_b_4737654

Fragrance Sensitivity: When Scents Cause Symptoms by Diana Rodriguez, Medically Reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH. https://www.everydayhealth.com/allergies/fragrance-sensitivity.aspx

8 Things to Know About Petrochemicals by EarthJustice.Org. https://earthjustice.org/features/petrochemicals-explainer?gclid=Cj0KCQjw0umSBhDrARIsAH7FCofHa7e-Dm4ZErNwC5Mp2c7QXEUU4ReKwjG9WFuuJvKi6lu86yCj73MaAlupEALw_wcB

All Scenturie natural skincare products are hand-crafted in small batches using pure, sustainable, plant-derived ingredients, including 100% essential oils. All our products are proudly 100% vegan, cruelty-free, palm oil-free, eco-friendly, and backed by science. We never use synthetic fragrances – our products are scented just the way nature intended.

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Top 10 Skincare Tips for Dry Sensitive Skin

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If you have dry sensitive skin, we don’t have to tell you that the struggle is real! For those on the dry end of the spectrum, changes in humidity and temperature can play havoc with your complexion, with autumn and winter being the most difficult seasons for dealing with dryness.

That’s the bad news. The good news, however, is that it doesn’t have to be impossible. To help you out, we’ve compiled some of our favourite skincare tips for dry skin to help you troubleshoot and keep your skin healthy, hydrated, and glowing all year round.

What is dry sensitive skin and what causes it?

Perhaps the most important thing to realise about dry sensitive skin is that it is a skin type that some people are born with, characterised by a complexion that produces very little in the way of oil or natural moisture and is susceptible to irritation. It is important to note that dry skin is different from dehydrated skin, which is a condition in which the skin lacks water.

Some symptoms of a dry sensitive skin type include feelings of tightness, rough texture, flakiness, itchiness, and redness. It can also appear dull and show more signs of ageing, such as fine lines and wrinkles. For this reason, proper care is essential to keep your skin healthy and prevent damage caused by excess dryness.

Beyond the basic genetic components of your skin type that cannot be controlled, there are a few things to be aware of that can be addressed or mitigated. Here’s what you need to know:

Our Top 10 Skincare Tips for Dry Sensitive Skin:

1. Cleanse correctly

We all know that washing your face is important, but for dry sensitive skin types, cleansing too often, or with the wrong type of cleanser, can do more harm than good. To get this step to work for you and not against you, you’ll want to choose gentle, creamy, or oil-based cleansers designed for dry sensitive skin that cleanse away dirt, debris, and bacteria without stripping the skin of its protective oils.

Scenturie Product Pick: Natural Creamy Cleanser – Formulated with nourishing botanical oils, including avocado, sweet almond, apricot, coconut, and grape seed oil, our gentle natural cleanser works to infuse your skin with all of the good stuff dry skin needs, and keep moisture levels intact.

Natural Creamy Cleanser

2. Avoid products with drying ingredients

Besides harsh cleansers, certain toners can be problematic for dry skin as they tend to include drying or astringent ingredients, like alcohol. Instead, you will want to opt for alcohol-free formulas that are hydrating. Not only do these types of products help replace lost moisture after cleansing, but they can be used throughout the day to provide the skin with an added boost of H2O, any time you are feeling dry.

Scenturie Product Pick: Replenishing Natural Toner – A soothing and calming blend of aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, orange blossom water, and other plant-based extracts, our hydrating natural toner is the best toner for dry sensitive skin.

Replenishing Natural Toner

3. Exfoliate…but not too much

If you have dry, sensitive skin cellular turnover can sometimes become sluggish, contributing to a buildup of even more dead or dry skin on the surface. Exfoliating can be very beneficial, and will allow for better absorption of hydrating and moisturising products. The trick, however, is to use exfoliation in moderation. About 1-3x per week is ideal, and will help avoid over-drying or aggravating sensitive skin.

Scenturie Product Pick: Espresso Facial Scrub – finely ground coffee beans are suspended in a rich, thickly textured blend of argan, chia, grapeseed, sweet almond, and coconut oils, and New Zealand kanuka extract, to deliver optimal nourishment while deep cleansing your skin.

Espresso Facial Scrub

4. Reach for the right ingredients

As you’ve likely already gathered at this point, the best skincare routine for dry sensitive skin is one that is full of gentle, hydrating, and nourishing ingredients. What does that look like exactly? We’re glad you asked! Some of our favourites to seek out include: hyaluronic acid, shea butter, and plant-based oils including calming ones like aloe vera, green tea leaf, and rose. As much as possible, we incorporate these ingredients into our Scenturie formulas for dry sensitive skin types.

Unrefined Ghanian shea butter.

5. Add a targeted treatment serum

Though it’s great to moisturise, the truth is that sometimes your skin can benefit from just a bit more. During dry seasons, or anytime your skin is feeling in need of extra TLC, serums are a perfect solution for delivering more concentrated hydration and active ingredients – like hyaluronic acid – deep into the skin. For best results, try layering your favourite serum with your moisturiser. (You will love the enhanced benefit it provides.)

Scenturie Product Pick: Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum – A natural alternative to retinol, bakuchiol is a youth-boosting super ingredient that encourages cellular turnover and repair, and does not irritate sensitive skin types. Additionally, we’ve paired it with other skin-loving plant oils to create one deeply nourishing elixir.

Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum

6. Follow a consistent routine

While choosing the right skincare products is fundamental to treating dry, sensitive skin, it’s worth noting that no routine will work unless you actually use the products on a regular basis. Skipping a day, or even a step, can quickly contribute to dryness. So with this in mind, a best practice would be to cleanse 1-2x daily, follow with a hydrating toner, plus daily use of targeted serums, and moisturise both morning and night. This will ensure that your skin consistently receives the care that it needs to stay on track.

Scenturie Product Pick: The Ultra-Hydrating Skincare Set – For eliminating guesswork, we created this special skincare set with absolutely everything you need. This kit contains Natural Creamy Cleanser, Replenishing Natural Toner, Super Boost Bakuchiol Serum, Nourishing Natural Day Cream, and Ultra-rich Natural Night Cream, all of which were designed especially for dry, sensitive skin.

Ultra-Hydrating Skincare Set

7. Steer clear of irritating ingredients

Because dry sensitive skin can be prone to additional issues such as rashes, flaky, itchy, patchy skin, inflammation, and exacerbation of allergic reactions, another way to help prevent these concerns is by avoiding certain chemical ingredients such as synthetic fragrances, parabens, sulphates, and silicones. These types of additives can be troublesome for all skin types, but are particularly irritating to dry sensitive skin. We recommend looking for formulas that omit these ingredients altogether.

8: Strive for balanced intake

Understanding that the state of your skin can be a reflection of your internal health, it is also important for dry sensitive skin types to seek balance when it comes to things like a healthy diet. Be sure to drink plenty of water, and limit diuretics such as caffeine and alcohol – which can lead to dehydration in the body and cause more dryness for your skin.

9. Commit to daily SPF and Sun Protection

A common mistake that many people make during colder months is believing that they don’t need to protect themselves against UV exposure. However, this simply isn’t the case. Even when the weather is cold or cloudy, your skin can still incur damage from the sun and this can be particularly hard on dry skin. Regardless of the weather, you should always wear protective clothing, apply sunscreen in the morning, and reapply throughout the day to stay properly safeguarded.

10. Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise!

One last tip that may seem like a no-brainer: To make up for a lack of natural lipids and oils in the skin, you need to apply a good quality natural moisturiser daily. It’s one of the easiest ways to nurture your skin, and cultivate a radiant complexion. Apply twice daily after cleansing and toning, and follow with a suitable SPF in the morning. For additional hydration add a few drops of your favourite botanical face oil as well, it can be a game-changer!

Scenturie Product Picks: Revitalising Face Oil – featuring a luxe combination jojoba seed, grape seed, rosehip fruit, argan, pomegranate seed, sea buckthorn fruit oil, cacay seed, Cucumber seed, Raspberry seed, and Vitamin E oils, this incredible formula helps to balance, restore, rejuvenate, and improve overall skin health.

Nourishing Natural Day Cream – this super-gentle, ultra-hydrating, fragrance-free moisturiser is made with nutrient-rich premium plant oils and extracts to hydrate, strengthen, and nourish skin all day long, without leaving it feeling oily.

Ultra-Rich Natural Night Cream – featuring a luxurious blend of pure botanical plant oils carefully selected for their deeply moisturising, regenerative, and nourishing effect on ageing and dehydrated skin. Packed full of essential vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids this ultra-rich night cream is easily absorbed and works to soothe, repair, and regenerate the skin overnight.

Revitalising Face Oil

Nourishing Natural Day Cream

Ultra-Rich Natural Night Cream

By following a daily skincare routine designed to care for dry sensitive skin you should start noticing results almost straight away. Be consistent and you will be rewarded with a smooth, hydrated, healthy complexion.

Click the links below to read more:

Hyaluronic Acid: The Best Kept Secret for Your Skin.

The Best Skincare Routine for Your Skin Type.

Skin Concerns

Sensitive Skin Care Tips

All Scenturie natural skincare products are hand-crafted in small batches using pure, sustainable, plant-derived ingredients. All our products are proudly 100% vegan, cruelty-free, palm oil-free, eco-friendly, and backed by science.

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Men’s Skincare – Tips for a Healthy Complexion

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Men Need Skincare Too!

Have you noticed in recent years that more men’s skincare products are hitting the shelves? If so, you’re not imagining things. In fact, consumer trend studies report that the options for men’s skincare products are expanding on a global scale faster than just about any other niche. And it’s not just a clever new sales strategy. Word is getting around that men need skincare too!

In truth, up until recently, this has been a largely ignored or neglected sector, but luckily more and more brands are recognizing the demand and taking the lead.

Men’s Skin vs. Women’s: Key Differences and Similarities

What makes men’s skin unique and why does it require a slightly different approach in terms of daily care? The answer to this is that while men and women share many of the same concerns – including wanting to prevent ageing, protect their skin against external stressors, and enjoy an overall healthy looking complexion – men’s skin differs just slightly in terms of composition and condition.

For example, male skin tends to be more resilient, due to the fact that the epidermis is about 25% thicker. It also tends to have more collagen and elastin and to produce more oil overall.

This is all good news in terms of staving off the ageing process, however with these advantages come a few disadvantages, including more likelihood of experiencing rough texture, a more oily appearance, and more frequent acne breakouts. Additionally, taking into account other grooming practices like shaving, it’s also worth noting that men’s skin can be more vulnerable to concerns like irritation, minor abrasions, and ingrown facial hairs.

With this in mind, you can probably see why just a bit of soap and water isn’t going to be enough to address so many unique concerns. While men’s skincare needn’t be complicated, investing in a few good products and targeted formulas that specifically take into account these factors is the most effective way to care for men’s skin, prevent premature ageing, and keep it performing optimally.

So what do you need exactly, to build your perfect routine? Let’s talk specifics:

What to look for:

In general, men’s skincare products should contain simple, natural ingredients to prevent irritation post-shave, or overstressing the skin. They may also be formulated specially to promote balanced oil production, and hydrate the skin without clogging the pores.

For your daily complexion care, you don’t need a ten-step routine. Instead, we recommend starting with the basics. Firstly, a good facial cleanser is essential for removing buildup of sweat, excess oil, dirt, bacteria, pollution, and other residue that can cling to your skin. You will then want to follow with an appropriate moisturiser for keeping your skin hydrated and reinforcing the skin’s protective barrier.

Lastly, be sure to protect your investment in your skin with sun protection. For this step we recommend an SPF of at least 30, which should be applied every morning and re-applied throughout the day for optimal safeguarding.

Once you’ve got the hang of these steps, you can opt to add other enhancements, such as a facial scrub and a treatment serum for specific concerns like hydration, acne management, hyperpigmentation, or ageing.

How often to apply:

For most skin types, once per day is enough to maintain good skin health, however, you can benefit additionally from cleansing and moisturising both in the morning and at night if you use gentle, nourishing formulas like those featured in our Men’s Natural Skincare Range.

If you choose to exfoliate, you won’t need to do so every day. Rather, a good goal would be to do this step a few times per week to polish away any buildup of dead skin or surface debris, and keep your skin super smooth.

Other tips for success

The best skincare routine is one that you implement consistently, so daily application is a must if you want to see real results. If you have trouble remembering, you may find it helpful to keep your products in a handy place such as in your gym bag, on a bathroom shelf that’s within your line of sight, or next to other staples you use daily like your deodorant, your toothbrush, or cologne. You can also try setting a reminder in your phone to jog your memory, if needed.

Our Product Picks

Scenturie Natural Skincare

MEN Collection

Men’s Hydrating Face Cleanser

For a multitasking, gentle product that can be used by all skin types – including sensitive skin – our new Men’s Hydrating Face Cleanser provides the perfect first step. It can be used as both a face wash and a shaving cream and won’t strip the skin. Plus with ultra-hydrating botanical oils like avocado, grapeseed, apricot kernel, and sunflower, it works to infuse the skin with nourishment and promote better moisture retention.

How to use it: For best results, we recommend using our Hydrating Face Cleanser morning and night to cleanse the entire face and neck area. To use as a cleanser, massage it gently into the skin for a few minutes with damp fingertips and then rinse with cool or lukewarm water. To use as a shave cream, apply a thin layer to slightly wet skin, and shave as normal.

Men’s Charcoal Coffee Face Scrub

Designed to provide just the right amount of exfoliation for a man’s skin, our award-winning Men’s Charcoal Coffee Face Scrub is naturally brightening, purifying, and full of antioxidant benefits. For this special formula we use finely ground coffee beans and pure activated charcoal, blended with premium plant oils like argan and chia seed. You will love how soft and smooth your skin feels after each use.

How to use it: One to three times per week, post-cleanse but before shaving, apply a small amount of scrub to your face and massage it gently into your skin using small circular motions. After a minute, simply rinse with warm water and pay dry. You can then follow with your other products.

Men’s Enhancing Facial Moisturiser

Formulated with richly moisturising macadamia, jojoba, hemp seed, argan, and meadowfoam oils, our award-winning Men’s Enhancing Facial Moisturiser has a lightweight texture and a natural subtle scent of NZ Kanuka oil. It’s the perfect finishing touch for calming the skin post-shave and keeping your complexion feeling hydrated and refreshed.

How to use it: When used in the A.M., moisturiser will be your second to last step before applying SPF, and your last evening step following cleansing, and any other treatment products. To apply, simply pat the product all over the face and neck, and massage it in gently until it is fully absorbed.

Men’s Revitalising Skincare Set

Our Men’s Revitalising Skincare Set features three natural skincare products that have been specially formulated to revitalise and restore healthy, glowing skin. With regular use, you will help give your skin what it needs to stay looking its best for years to come. This also makes an ideal Men’s Skincare Gift Set.

Set includes: Men’s Hydrating Face Cleanser, Men’s Enhancing Facial Moisturiser, and Men’s Charcoal Coffee Face Scrub.

Suitable for normal, dry, combination, acne-prone, and oily skin types.

References

1.What Is the Difference Between Male and Female Skin? By Dermatology Associates. https://dermatologyassociatesga.com/difference-between-male-and-female skin/#:~:text=On%20average%2C%20male%20skin%20is,it%20a%20tighter%2C%20firmer%20appearance.

2. 10 Things Estheticians Need To Know About Men’s Skin Care By Associated Skincare Professionals. https://www.ascpskincare.com/updates/blog-posts/man-10-things-you-need-know-about-mens-skin-care

3. Global Men’s Skincare Products Market to Reach $16.3 Billion by 2026 by Global Industry Analysts Inc. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-mens-skincare-products-market-to-reach-16-3-billion-by-2026–301383000.html

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