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ASOSERS TALK SELF-CARE SECRETS & TOP PRODUCTS
By Ayis Stephen-Diver, 29 January 2024
What does self-care look like to you? Maybe it's a silk robe with a hair towel on a Sunday – or pimple patches as the finishing touch to a full beat? It might even include popping to the shops in a leather trench + sheet mask. No judgement. We caught up with 4 ASOSers to hear how they’re doing self care, their way this season – ft. mid-routine selfies. Scroll for all the goodness (and just in time for V-day!) 🛀
AIMEE, ASSISTANT BUYER
Hey Aimee! Talk us through some of your fave self-care picks?
I love the Hair Syrup Growsmary Oil! I pop it in 20 minutes before my shower and wait for it to work its magic. It's helped make my hair stronger, maintain its thickness + smells amaze! I also apply Pixi Eye Masks to brighten my eyes and soothe any puffiness from a weekend of partying.
💙 that! Can you share a specific AM routine that helps you prepare for a good day?
Body brushing before my morning shower! It's supposed to help remove toxins and improve circulation. Plus, I'm entering my 🔮manifestation🔮 era, so every AM I think of three positive things for the day ahead.
Manifestation >>>> How do you define 'self care, don't care' in your own life?
I'm prioritising my skin care & hair care more than EVER. My white dressing gown and matching headband has never felt so fashionable (well, that’s what I tell myself when I’m in it until 1PM on a Sunday.)! 💫
I love the Hair Syrup Growsmary Oil! I pop it in 20 minutes before my shower and wait for it to work its magic. It's helped make my hair stronger, maintain its thickness + smells amaze! I also apply Pixi Eye Masks to brighten my eyes and soothe any puffiness from a weekend of partying.
💙 that! Can you share a specific AM routine that helps you prepare for a good day?
Body brushing before my morning shower! It's supposed to help remove toxins and improve circulation. Plus, I'm entering my 🔮manifestation🔮 era, so every AM I think of three positive things for the day ahead.
Manifestation >>>> How do you define 'self care, don't care' in your own life?
I'm prioritising my skin care & hair care more than EVER. My white dressing gown and matching headband has never felt so fashionable (well, that’s what I tell myself when I’m in it until 1PM on a Sunday.)! 💫
JAZMIN, EDITOR
Heya Jaz! Whaddya think about the product you tried out?
I was hesitant to use it at first 'cos I HATE feeling cold, but the Skin Gym IceCool Ice Roller is super refreshing ❄️ It woke me up post-shower and decreased puffiness. After getting used to the sensation, I started to look forward to using it!
Other than your skincare routine, what self-care habits have you picked up?
I've started having a 15-minute breather outside when I can. It's really therapeutic and forces me to take time out of my busy weekdays. Sometimes all you need's some time with nature 🏞️
What’s your makeup vibe lately?
I’m a base-perfecter! As a matte-finish girlie with combination skin, I’m trying to find a sweet spot between dewy and matte – I wanna try the viral Laura Mercier foundation that’s taken over my FYP. I’ve also been slowly phasing out super-light concealer for my under eyes; I've now got that ✨glow-from-within✨ look.
I was hesitant to use it at first 'cos I HATE feeling cold, but the Skin Gym IceCool Ice Roller is super refreshing ❄️ It woke me up post-shower and decreased puffiness. After getting used to the sensation, I started to look forward to using it!
Other than your skincare routine, what self-care habits have you picked up?
I've started having a 15-minute breather outside when I can. It's really therapeutic and forces me to take time out of my busy weekdays. Sometimes all you need's some time with nature 🏞️
What’s your makeup vibe lately?
I’m a base-perfecter! As a matte-finish girlie with combination skin, I’m trying to find a sweet spot between dewy and matte – I wanna try the viral Laura Mercier foundation that’s taken over my FYP. I’ve also been slowly phasing out super-light concealer for my under eyes; I've now got that ✨glow-from-within✨ look.
EMMA, JUNIOR EDITOR
What were your thoughts on the Dr. Jart+ Cryo Rubber Mask?
Amazing! The serum conveniently came in a separate pouch so you could apply it evenly on your face. It was almost jelly-like, and felt cooling on the skin (just what I needed after a not-so-dry Jan.)
Living your Smurf fantasy! 🩵 Do you like to try out new products, or stick to your established routine?
I stick to a solid double cleanse, tone, serum, moisturiser and oil routine, but I'll mix it up if something catches my eye! I recently purchased a Caudalie moisturiser – which I’m loving – and I’ll always go for anything Elemis. The cleansing balm is my ride-or-die.
Have you ever tried out any viral self-care trends?
I love an everything shower – just me, my music and allll the products. Dreamy 🛁
Amazing! The serum conveniently came in a separate pouch so you could apply it evenly on your face. It was almost jelly-like, and felt cooling on the skin (just what I needed after a not-so-dry Jan.)
Living your Smurf fantasy! 🩵 Do you like to try out new products, or stick to your established routine?
I stick to a solid double cleanse, tone, serum, moisturiser and oil routine, but I'll mix it up if something catches my eye! I recently purchased a Caudalie moisturiser – which I’m loving – and I’ll always go for anything Elemis. The cleansing balm is my ride-or-die.
Have you ever tried out any viral self-care trends?
I love an everything shower – just me, my music and allll the products. Dreamy 🛁
INCA, SENIOR ASSISTANT BUYER
👋 Inca! How do you like the SENSSE LED Mask? We NEED to know.
It's totally transformed my skin and 10 minutes a day is all it takes! It has 4 light settings to target different areas – but I love that you can select 'auto lights' – which then cycles through all settings for the *ultimate* facial.
What's a self-care routine or practice that's made an impact on you?
I always make a big deal over my bath routine – the everything bath! It's a snippet of my day that allows for total relaxation. Candles lit, bubbles flowing and of course, the obligatory glass of ice water (for when it all gets a little too warm!) 🧊
The dream. Can you share one unconventional self-care tip that you SWEAR by?
This might sound wild, but hair masking my eyebrows. I am a lamination gal through-and-through, but I hate the crunchy aftermath. To add life and hydration back into the brows, I reach for my most trusted hair mask. Works 👏every 👏single 👏time.
It's totally transformed my skin and 10 minutes a day is all it takes! It has 4 light settings to target different areas – but I love that you can select 'auto lights' – which then cycles through all settings for the *ultimate* facial.
What's a self-care routine or practice that's made an impact on you?
I always make a big deal over my bath routine – the everything bath! It's a snippet of my day that allows for total relaxation. Candles lit, bubbles flowing and of course, the obligatory glass of ice water (for when it all gets a little too warm!) 🧊
The dream. Can you share one unconventional self-care tip that you SWEAR by?
This might sound wild, but hair masking my eyebrows. I am a lamination gal through-and-through, but I hate the crunchy aftermath. To add life and hydration back into the brows, I reach for my most trusted hair mask. Works 👏every 👏single 👏time.
