Maria Galland: Key for healthy and beautiful skin

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Skinvestment is the new trend in skin care. The consistent care of the skin to present it in its healthiest and most beautiful form. Time is not your enemy, but your ally.

Respectful skin care means focusing on non-invasive skin care rituals and treatments. But why? People often say, "If you want results, you have to treat your skin with strong acids or devices" or "The more it pains you, the better it works." But when something burns or hurts, the body is telling you it doesn't like it.

Intentionally damaging the skin to activate the skin's regeneration process and immune system can lead to irritation and even inflammation. The long-term consequence of constantly stimulating the skin's immune system can be detrimental to the ageing process.

Respectful skin care seems to be the norm again at the moment. Gone are the days of strong peels and invasive treatments. Short-term results are giving way to respectful skin care with long-term effects.

No more downtime, no more excessive redness, no more aggressive peels and other invasive methods. Instead, we want to know exactly what we're putting on our skin and what the long-term consequences are. Maria Galland Paris is committed to the movement of respectful skincare.

With over 60 years of experience with skin experts and expertise in the processes of skin development, Maria Galland Paris has developed a unique know-how to provide the best care for every skin. The French skincare company believes that every skin deserves mindful, non-invasive treatment and care, and beautiful skin develops over time.

Healthy skin starts with daily cleansing. Removing make-up and traces of environmental pollution before bed is essential for the health of your skin. But don't forget to cleanse in the morning either. This is because during the night we sweat and pollutants are expelled, creating sebum and dead skin cells. These need to be removed to help the skin regenerate naturally and start the day feeling refreshed.

There are several ways to cleanse your skin in the morning. For example, with a clarifying cleansing mask, which becomes your morning ally. The legendary 2 Creamy Soft Mask by Maria Galland Paris gives your skin a radiant freshness in just 4 minutes.

With each application, pores appear smaller, imperfections are visibly reduced and skin texture is refined. And the best part? The mask acts so gently that it can be used daily. A lotion should always be used to neutralise the skin's pH value and prepare the skin for subsequent care.

After cleansing, a combination of nourishing and protecting is essential to achieve beautiful, healthy skin. Serums and creams are there for these steps. But what is the difference between serums and creams, and how do you choose and combine the right products?

Serum has a more concentrated amount of active ingredients compared to a cream. Serums come in different textures from clear, milky to oily depending on the skin needs. Oil-based serums in particular are suitable for dry to very dry skin, such as the 440 Nutri'Vital Serum-in-Oil by Maria Galland Paris. The silky dry oil contains revitalising and soothing active ingredients that restore well-being to the skin.

In addition to oil-based serums, there are also lighter and refreshing textures. They have the advantage that they immediately melt into the skin. For example, the 540 Enhancing Serum by Maria Galland Paris gives the skin a veil of luminosity. Especially when we are confronted with an intense lifestyle, this can have an effect on the skin's appearance and our radiance.

Stress, fatigue, lack of sleep or other environmental influences can overwhelm the skin's natural antioxidant defence system. Fine lines, enlarged pores, increased dead skin cells and dehydration are often the result. The serum formulation by Maria Galland Paris strengthens the skin's barriers and supports the skin's self-protection mechanisms.

Compared to the serum, the face cream is usually richer and has a multifunction. It moisturises, regenerates and protects the skin. The choice of the right cream depends primarily on your skin condition and your personal texture preference.

The range is wide, from rich creams to light textures. Since the concentration of active ingredients is lower in creams, it is always advisable to supplement your skincare routine with an appropriate serum. This gives your skin the best all-round care.

Beautiful, healthy skin develops over time and is a long-term investment. This is not the only reason why the trend of skinvestment is becoming more and more important. This approach focuses on non-invasive methods that do not damage the skin and do not trigger inflammation. The latter has been shown to accelerate the ageing process.

Some companies, such as Maria Galland Paris, have already embedded respectful treatment of the skin in their brand DNA. The foundation of any skincare ritual is cleansing. It is the first, essential step to rid the skin of dirt and prepare it for subsequent care.

This should be followed by consistent use of a lotion to neutralise the pH level. Serum and cream complete the skin care routine. Both the serum and the cream have their own raison d'être. The serum has a denser concentration of active ingredients and penetrates deeper into the skin. The cream, on the other hand, acts as a protective shield and rounds off the skin care routine. Ideally, the two products should always be used in combination.