Do you need to detox?

It’s a new year, which can only mean one thing: a new you. And what’s the best way to start off any transformation? A detox, of course. But I’m not talking your food-restricting, juice-drinking, bowel-movement-improving type of detox. I’m talking about a beauty detox. A way to get your hair, skin, body and all things beauty, ready for a fresh new year…

HAIR

Why it needs a detox

 From shine serums and hairspray to your everyday shampoo and conditioner, your hair withstands a lot of product use over the year, which results in a fair bit of build-up. This can cause hair to become thinner and slow the growth process.

How to detox

Use a clarifying shampoo like Shu Uemura Art of Hair Clarifying Astringent Cleanser Cleansing Oil Shampoo or Fudge Detox Cleanser Shampoo, once a week.

SKIN

Why it needs a detox

It takes a lot of foundation, bronzer and highlighter to get that sun-kissed look just right, so it’s no surprise that your skin might be in need of a good clean. Plus all that perspiration from the summer heat can cause sebum build-up in your pores, which can lead to breakouts and oily skin.

How to detox

A clay mask like KORA Organics Clay Purifying Mask will help to draw out any impurities, leaving your skin refreshed and renewed. Combine this with a thorough cleanse using a brush like Skin Physics Derma Sonic Cleansing Brush and your skin will be as good as new.

BODY

Why it needs a detox

 Self-tan, moisturiser, body wash, body shimmer – the list goes on. Once again your product usage can cause a lot of build-up, leading to clogged pores. And after all your hair-free, silky-smooth efforts, the last thing you want is ingrown hairs ruining your summer fun.

How to detox

 Use an exfoliating scrub like Organi Salt Scrub or Jurlique Perfectly Polished Body Scrub once or twice a week to remove any product build-up and dead skin cells.

MAKE-UP

Why it needs a detox

If you tend to be a bit of a hoarder when it comes to your make-up bag, you may be carrying around a lot of bacteria from products well passed their used by date. Make-up brushes can also carry leftover product, which you would then be transferring to your skin.

How to detox

 Sort through your products and dispose of the ones that are too old. A rough time line is six to eight months for foundation, a year for face powder and blush, six months for liquid eyeliner and mascara and two years for lipstick. Depending on use, you should also be washing your make-up brushes at least once a month.

Are you in need of a beauty detox? How do you like to start off the new year?