Move Over Erewhon – These ‘Smoothies’ Are the Secret to Better Skin
September 25 | 3 minute read
Words by Izzy Wight
Gummy vitamins, audiobooks, eyebrow tints – if you can make the process easier, you should. Needless to say, I’m a smoothie fan. Why add steps when you can mix everything together and go?
Yes, I’m partial to a Boost Juice Mango Magic and have considered travelling to LA for Hailey Bieber’s ‘Strawberry Skin Glaze’ concoction – but in this instance, I’m actually talking about Drunk Elephant’s skincare smoothies.
The cult-favourite beauty brand approaches skincare in a similar way to mixing up your morning blend – a little of everything your body (or skin) needs in one step. As Giorgi, MECCA’s Skincare Education Manager, explains, “Drunk Elephant formulations are biocompatible, meaning they can be mixed together and you still get the full benefit of every single product – versus the usual approach of layering.”
With Drunk Elephant’s mix of moisturisers, serums, oils and the much-loved Drops, there’s a smoothie recipe to suit most complexion preferences. (The only exception is SPF – Giorgi is very clear that sunscreen always gets its own step.)
To get your smoothie started, just mix your skincare up on the top of your chosen moisturiser. “All you need is one pump of each,” Giorgi says. “A little goes a long way!”
Keep reading for the MECCA team’s must-try recipes…
For glass skin
Want deeply moisturised, glossy skin? Giorgi recommends mixing the Lala Retro™ Whipped Cream and B-Hydra™ Intensive Hydration Serum. “These are MECCA’s most-loved Drunk Elephant products that give skin an extra boost of dewy hydration,” Giorgi says.
For a youthful glow
If you have mature skin, Giorgi recommends trying the A-Passioni™ Retinol Cream and Protini™ Polypeptide Cream for a stronger, bouncier complexion: “Use this duo once or twice a week then gradually increase the frequency if your skin can tolerate it.”
For AM brightening
C-Firma™ Fresh Day Serum and Lala Retro™ Whipped Cream make up Giorgi’s favourite radiant morning skin routine for regular vitamin C-dabblers. Looking for a brightening serum on the gentler side? Watch this space…
For makeup prep
Create a smooth, glowy makeup base in one step with a mix of the Protini™ Polypeptide Cream and B-Goldi™ Bright Drops. “This is your quick and easy, no-fuss smoothie for hydrated, smooth, luminous skin,” Giorgi says. “No extra steps needed!”
