Moisturising your face is an important part of a healthy skin care regime. Stores are flooded with moisturisers that are claiming to be the latest and greatest and it is hard to know which one is right for you. They range from cheap over the counter creams to the most expensive creams available.

Choosing a moisturiser: The type of moisturiser that you choose should depend on your skin type, age and personal taste. You don’t need to spend lots to get the perfect moisturiser for you. Make sure that you check out the ingredients as they are the best indicator of the quality of the moisturiser. It should be non-comedogenic which means that it does not contain ingredients that will clog the pores. Most facial moisturisers come labelled for a certain skin type of: sensitive, dry, oily or combination.

Sensitive Skin: If you are prone to redness and irritation then you most probably have sensitive skin. Make sure that you steer clear of moisturisers with perfume, alcohol, detergents and other ingredients that might irritate the skin. Always make sure that the product is fragrance-free and hypoallergenic.

Combination skin: This is when it is oily on the T-zone and drier around other areas of the face. Look for moisturisers for combination skin that will repair, hydrate and protect the skin.

Dry skin: Dehydrated skin can carry a dull look and can often feel itchy and tight. Look for rich concentrated creams that will help make your skin glow. Be sure to use a night cream to get that extra hydration. Some ingredients that are good for dry skin include alpha hydroxides, antioxidants, vitamin E, aloe vera, shea butter and sweet almond oil.

Oily skin: If you have oily skin then you will have enlarged pores, blackheads and become more prone to acne due to the overproduction and build up of oil. Water based oil free moisturisers are best for you.

Once you know your skin type, find a good moisturiser to use every day to ensure that your skin is glowing.

Need to refresh and revitalise your skin after the harsh winter weather? Skinfood is New Zealand’s own natural based skincare that is free from artificial colours, perfumes or paraben preservatives. The range consists of moisturisers, scrubs, shaving gels and body butter. If you want to cleanse, nourish and protect your skin then this is the perfect skincare range for you.

Skinfood products have 11 high quality ingredients such as coconut palm, sunflower oil and manuka honey. The ingredients are sourced from New Zealand and the South Pacific and are very gentle so it is great for sensitive skin. There are essential oils such as orange which provide a subtle fragrance that suit both men and women. It is not tested on animals and the packaging is recyclable.

Karen Murrell, the founder and CEO of Skinfood, wanted to make a brand that perfected the skin and was affordable and natural. Unlike many other cosmetic brands, it is very affordable from $7.99 to $16.99. You can order direct from www.skinfood.co.nz and have them delivered to your door or purchase the range from selected Foodtown, Woolworths, Countdown, New World and Pak n Save stores nationwide. A great bonus is that if you spend over $50 then the shipping is free.

Skinfood is the natural skincare range that is affordable for everyone. Protect and nourish with all the essential ingredients, your skin will thank you for it.

Competition: If you are one of those people that always have a hand cream in your bag or on your desk then you will love what we have for you. This hand cream absorbs quickly into the skin and you aren’t left with those greasy hands that many other hand creams do. We have 10 hand creams to give away to our lucky fans. Just tell us what one of the ingredients used in the Skinfood products.

Congratulations to Lenore Heather, Victoria McEwing, Ann Seaton, Jaimee Hall, Heather Read, Elaine, Sarah, Carmie, Craig Lyford and Nicola. Contact us at nzlasoo@gmail.com to claim your Skinfood hand cream.