There’s nothing like moisturiser to make your skin softer, smoother and brighter. But what kind do you use? Most of us are used to a standard moisturising cream. Have you tried a moisturising balm yet? This formulation of nourishing skincare ingredients has an amazing effect on the skin. The way we have formulated it at Esker Fields, it’s got wellbeing benefits too!
Why add a moisturising balm to your skincare routine?
When using a balm over a cream, you get a more nourishing formulation of moisturiser. You’ll notice a thicker texture. That’s because it hasn’t been watered down and there are no preservatives included. It’s all natural, nourishing ingredients. That means you’re much less likely to react to it if you have sensitive skin.
The Esker Fields Moisturising Balm is made with a gorgeous combination of natural butters and oils including powerful essential oils that promote skin renewal. What I think is the most interesting ingredient is beeswax.
I designed each Esker Fields product with the end in mind. With the moisturising balm, I envisioned people using it as their moment of calm at the beginning and end of each day. I didn’t want people to apply it haphazardly and run out the door. I wanted them to slow down and be mindful in the moment. It’s not just a moisturiser. It’s an aid to a much-needed pause in their day.
So I included beeswax to slow down absorption. In turn, you slow down to gently massage it into the skin. As you’re giving yourself a mini facial massage, you’re breathing in the essential oil aromas. These work through the limbic system in the brain to calm us down and help us feel grounded. It’s the perfect way to bookend the day.
How to use moisturising balm
You use moisturising balm at the same step as you would a traditional cream, after cleansing and applying facial serum. We have all three in the Esker Fields shop.
You only need a pea-sized amount of the Nature’s Glow Moisturising Balm. If it seems greasy, it’s because you’re using too much. It’s powerful stuff!
First, warm the product up between your fingers. This will initiate the release of the essential oil aromas. Take three deep breaths to get the molecules into your system. Soon after, you’ll feel your mind and body relax.
Then take 2 minutes to massage the balm across your face and down your neck. As you do it, send loving energy to your body. We so often neglect our bodies that work so hard for us. This is your time for self-love.
Applying the Nature’s Glow Moisturiser is a grounding ritual you can do every morning and every evening, anchoring your day. To see a video guide of me applying it, along with other self-care rituals, sign up for the free 5 Days of Self-Care Challenge.
The Esker Fields skincare line includes a cleansing oil, facial serum and moisturising balm, all infused with essential oils, therapeutic for both the mind and the body. Shop the collection now.