Our best Christmas gift ideas for all skin types

Regardless of your skin type or condition, we at GLOWiD have something for you and the person you want to pamper with skincare this Christmas! If you don't really know what you want to give yourself or your friend, partner or family member, we have put together our best Christmas gift ideas for all skin types!

Mixed skin/combination skin

A combination skin type often struggles with having both dry and oily areas of the face, and varying needs. It is also the most common skin type, and it requires its own little strategy! You often also experience that you have larger pores, get blemishes and pimples from time to time, while for example the cheeks can be areas that are on the drier side.

Focus on spot treating the different areas, and balancing the skin in general!

Christmas gift ideas:

• Give your skin a gentle exfoliation with enzyme cleansers

  Pro Balance Morning Enzyme Wash and Pro Balance Night Enzyme Wash in powder form from Dr. Ceuracle – one for morning and one for evening, to use after oil cleansing! Perfect for travel too as they contain no liquid, but are mixed with water in your hand when used.

• Dr. Ceuracle 's Pro Balance Biotics Cleansing Pads focus on balancing the skin's pH balance and regulating sebum production. These pads can be used after cleansing as a complementary form of exfoliation, with probiotics strengthening the skin barrier.

• Two In One Poreless Power Liquid from COSRX is a toner that tightens pores through its slightly cooling effect, while also containing BHA which dissolves clogged pores. Porcelain skin, yes please!

• The Vitamin Tree Water Gel moisturizer from I'm From has a nice gel formula, and properties that reduce the appearance of enlarged pores while evening out skin tone because it contains niacinamide.

• Spot treat pimples overnight with the soothing AC Collection Ultimate Spot Cream from COSRX ! Alternate treating the most stubborn pimples with so-called acne patches, such as Pimple Master Patch Original Fit , also from COSRX.

Oily and acne-prone skin

Anyone with oily skin has probably come across the outdated advice about drying out the skin, but that's not true! It instead needs to be balanced and moisturized to regulate sebum production and excess sebum, which the skin will instead produce more of when it's dried out.

Focus on deep cleansing and moisturizing products that strengthen and balance the skin, and products with anti-inflammatory properties to prevent the appearance of pimples and acne in the long term.

Christmas gift ideas:

• Moisturize your skin after cleansing with a light toner, such as Daily Skin Hydrating Water from Klairs , which has a high content of green tea water, which soothes the skin – its generous size means that it is also enough to use on, for example, the back, which is also a common place for pimples to appear.
• In Quad Active Boosting Essence from By Wishtrend we find, among other things, the ingredient propolis, which has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which is excellent for oily skin types that need extra moisture, nutrition and resilience.

• 5α Control Clearing Cleansing Foam from Dr. Ceuracle is the water-based cleanser that effectively removes excess sebum, removes dead skin cells and balances very unbalanced skin.

• In the same series as the cleanser, there is the physical sunscreen 5a Control No-Sebum Sun Lotion, which controls sebum and oil levels in the skin while being non-sticky and mattifying shiny and oily skin.

• Relief Chamomile Mask from Hyggee is a cooling gel mask that also has an effect on skin with excess sebum, in addition to being soothing and helping to strengthen the skin barrier in the long term.

Mature skin

Mature skin often experiences wrinkles and fine lines, and with age, perhaps also increased dryness as hormonal changes can make the skin dehydrated. For mature skin, active ingredients are suitable, as well as products that work to increase the elasticity and firmness of the skin.

One way to counteract and prevent fine lines and wrinkles is to not forget the importance of SPF. Sun damage is the most common cause of premature skin aging, and as we know, can lead to serious consequences and permanent damage to the skin.

Christmas gift ideas:

• Ginseng Serum from I'm From is rich in antioxidants which protects the skin against external stress, while ginseng increases blood circulation which gives the skin more radiance. It has smoothing properties and improves elasticity for tired skin!

• Royal Vita Propolis 33 Capsule Eye Cream from Dr. Ceuracle is an eye cream that contains collagen capsules that counteract signs of aging and fine lines around the eyes, while also moisturizing and having a brightening effect for dark circles.

• From I'm From, Honey Mask is a fragrant, delicious face mask with a texture reminiscent of honey. It is soothing and healing for the skin and improves elasticity, while also being a mild exfoliant, leaving the skin soft and supple.
• If you want both radiance and a firming effect before a party or after a long day at work, the sheet mask Comfort Me Firming Hole Mask from Make p:rem is a perfect part of your skincare routine!

• Pure VC Mellight Cream from Dr. Ceuracle is full of vitamin C and antioxidants that counteract signs of aging and fine lines and even out skin tone, which also gets a glow boost!

Dry skin

People with dry skin generally lack moisture and oil, can be more sensitive and react to dry air and cold, as well as strong and active skin care products. The skin can feel tight and physically dry with flaky skin.

The key words are to focus on richer textures, moisture-rich products and gentle exfoliation that removes dead skin cells and flaky skin so that skincare products can sink in better.

Christmas gift ideas:

• The water-based cleanser Safe Me Relief Moisture Cleansing Foam from Make p:rem effectively cleanses, moisturizes and strengthens the skin barrier.
• The Ganghwa Rice Granule Pack facial mask from Dr. Ceuracle gently exfoliates, nourishes the skin with vitamins and ceramides that lock in moisture.

• All In One Cream from Hyggee is a moisturizer that uses vegetable oils to lock in moisture in the skin and strengthen the skin barrier in the long term. It has a slightly richer texture without feeling too greasy.

• The Hydrium Triple Hyaluronic Moisture Ampoule serum from COSRX provides deep hydration through its many hyaluronic acids with the ability to bind and retain moisture in the skin. With its anti-inflammatory properties, it is especially suitable for dry, flaky areas!

• Hyal Reyouth Moist Sun from Dr. Ceuracle is the SPF50 sunscreen that has a serum-like consistency and is deeply moisturizing. Just because it's winter, don't forget to use sunscreen, the radiation still reaches us!

Sensitive skin

A sensitive skin type needs mild products with soothing ingredients because it easily experiences redness, irritation and the skin reacts to both heat and cold. Regardless of whether the sensitive skin is dry or on the oilier side, it is gentle products that are in focus that relieve irritation and redness.

Christmas gift ideas:

• Safe Me Relief Moisture Cream from Husband p:rem is a light moisturizer with only 12 ingredients and is designed for the most sensitive skin that needs care in the form of soothing and strengthening ingredients

• All In One Cleansing Water from Hygge is a mild cleansing water that effectively removes dirt, makeup and other impurities. It has a low pH value adapted for sensitive skin and strengthens the skin barrier, while being moisturizing.

• From Dr. Ceuracle we find PLC Erystop Gel , a gel that immediately soothes and calms irritated, damaged and hot skin. Suitable for the most sensitive skin that needs something quick to relieve both face and body, e.g. if you have rosacea.
• Give your skin a luxurious face mask in the form of Ultra Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask from COSRX , which can also be used as a moisturizer or why not as a cleanser? It is softening, smoothing and leaves the skin both smooth and supple!
• Give your skin gentle exfoliation and a gentle cleanse without irritation with the One Step Green Hero Calming Pad from COSRX , which contains 75% green tea water, making them very soothing.

Good luck with your Christmas gift shopping!