FOR SKIN: Silica and Thialidine
Why you need them: Avene’s new-generation silica is said to absorb excess water and sebum, keeping skin fresh and shine-free longer. It has a second-skin feel without whitish masking or streaking. As for the antioxidant thialidine, it counteracts free radicals from UV rays and protects thecells’ mitochondria (power stations) against sun damage.
Ylang-ylang Wax
Why you need it: UV rays cause your hair cuticles to rise, damaging the keratin and melanin within the hair shaft. This can result in dull, dry and weak hair. The wax extracted from the petals of the tropical ylangylang flower acts as a protective shield against UV rays. Lauric acid in the wax is also said to help reduce hair breakage.
Find it in: Klorane Sun Radiance Nourishing Shampoo, Rich Restorative Conditioner, and Protective Oil. $18.90-$39.90 – KT
In place of cleansing oil, mix cleansing milk with face oil, says Heena Choi, international makeup artist with Chantecaille. “The Flower Infused Cleansing Milk ($116), mixed with a few drops of Rose de Mai Face Oil ($310), removes makeup residue without stripping skin of its natural moisture.”
