return to: organic beauty & SKIN (miessence)
miessence is designed for four skin types.
Match my skin characteristics to the miessence skin type.
Skin description:
Even skin tone, with fine to average pore size May have enlarged pores with T-zone oiliness Occasional breakouts Some blackheads
Some herbs used:
Organic Calendula - soothes, heals, restores Organic Chamomile - antimicrobial, calms, soothes Organic Marshmallow - softens, revitalises, emollient, hydrates Organic Olive Leaf - repairs, tones, firms, anti-oxidant Organic St Johns Wort - moisturises, astringent, refreshes, tones Organic Lavender - soothes, relaxes, regenerates Organic Rosehip Seed - regenerates, moisturizes, heals
Skin description:
Needs extra nourishment Some loss of elasticity May have some dry patches Dull complexion / no sheen May have surface capillaries
Some herbs used:
Organic Gotu Kola - anti-wrinkle, anti-aging, heals Organic Hops - stimulates, tones, dark circle treatment Organic Horsetail - stimulates, tones, firms, anti-free radical Organic Nettle – circulation enhancer, anti-inflammatory, astringent Organic Geranium - tones, softens, soothes, balances Moroccan Rose – anti-wrinkle, regenerates Organic Avocado - moisturizes, nourishes, softens Organic Rosehip Seed - regenerates, moisturizes, heals
Skin description:
May have surface capillaries and flaky patches Can feel irritated and itchy Can appear blotchy Allergic reactions are common Flushed and red easily
Some herbs used:
Organic Chamomile - antimicrobial, calms, soothes Organic Horsechestnut – decongests, drains broken capillaries, strengthens Organic St Johns Wort - moisturises, astringent, refreshes, tones Organic Witch Hazel - drains, astringent, anti-free radical, protects Carrot seed - regenerates, tones, heals German Chamomile - anti-bacterial, wound-healing and pain-relieving Organic Rosehip Seed - regenerates, moisturizes, heals
Skin description:
Can have oily sheen Breakouts/blemishes Congestion/clogging Open pores, blackheads and redness
Some herbs used:
Organic Burdock - astringent, softens, soothes, purifies Organic Echinacea - purifies, stimulates, calms Organic Nettle - anti-inflammatory, astringent, strengthening Organic Plantain - astringent, soothing, healing Organic Witch Hazel - draining, astringent, anti-free radical, protective Organic Tea Tree - astringent, regulates, repairs Organic Lemon Myrtle - astringent, antibacterial, repairs Organic Jojoba - nourishes, moisturizes, anti-free radical