Tell us about you…
Hey!! My name is Piper and I’m currently studying International Relations at The University of Sydney. For the past year, I’ve interned at Go-To between semesters and I’ve learnt a lot. So, let’s chat skin type, tips, and my favourite summer products.
Describe your skin type and your relationship with skincare/makeup/beauty
I slowly began wearing makeup around the ages of 14/15. This was mostly just mascara, some bronzer, and concealer, and they were all hand-me-downs from friends and family. This was also the same age I started experiencing small breakouts and congestion, which sparked my interest in skincare. My routine was basic to start—just a cleanser, micellar water, and moisturiser from the local pharmacy. Now, I get a lot of my skincare education from TikTok, watching “get ready with me” videos where they share reviews of products they’ve been using, which has led to me testing and trying a lot more products.
My skin type is combination and can be sensitive. As I’m writing this, it’s right in the middle of summer and I’m constantly out in the sun, re-applying sunscreen all day. My T-zone and forehead are frequently congested and the place where my breakouts often occur. To combat all the sunscreen, swimming, and silly season shenanigans, I use an exfoliating serum with glycolic acid a few nights a week. It does just the trick to keep my skin clear and happy. I also layer on loads of hydration products.
As I mentioned, this summer I have really tried to slip, slop, slap every couple of hours and wear a hat. With my skin type, I have struggled to find a sunscreen that doesn’t irritate my skin and isn’t oily. But! I’ve been using Nifty Fifty Fluid and have found it’s lightweight, sinks in fast, and bonus, it’s the perfect size for your purse.
What are your current summer must-haves?
What’s your summer skincare routine?
During summer, my routine starts by applying a few drops of Face Hero. I follow up with a generous amount of Nifty Fifty Fluid and then top it off with L'Oreal Glotion. For my everyday makeup look, I use the Clinique Contour Chubby Stick, Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush in Coquette, Rare Beauty Brow Harmony Flexible Lifting Gel and Maybelline Colossal Curl Bounce Waterproof Mascara. Easy!
The Nars Single Eyeshadow in Gold Rush is the perfect summer evening colour. It’s so pretty!! Going out for dinner, apply some of this eyeshadow and it will look amazing.
What’s your beauty tip?
Oooo this is tough but I would have to say always carry a lip balm. Over Christmas, I forgot my lip balm and was stuck with dry sore lips—the worst! Another tip is something I have recently discovered, perfume oil. It stays on for so long and I have been stopped by multiple random people asking me what perfume I am wearing. The brand is called Perfume Oil Expression and the fragrance I love is called ROSA.
Go-To Nifty Fifty SPF 50 Broad Spectrum High Protection Sunscreen. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure, and make sure you re-apply frequently in accordance with directions. Remember, sunscreen is only one component of sun protection so always wear a hat, protective clothing and eyewear when you’re in the sun.
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