But now I’m creeping up towards the 30 year old mark (I mean
not a day over 18 derrr) my skin just isn’t like it used to be. There are
definitely signs of wear and tear now that are popping its head up in places
and I wish I would have taken advice and looked after my skin when I was
younger, but nope I knew everything.
I was lucky enough to be able to head to a little breakfast
put on by QV skincare with the lovely ambassador Kate Ritchie at the Jardin Tan
in Melbourne.
Kate was very relatable in all she said; being a Mum you
have to be realistic on how complicated your skincare routine is not to mention
finding products that are going to be safe with children.
For me I am borderline obsessive with worrying about what
the girls put on their fragile fresh skin and of course drenching them in
sunscreen so it practically drips off their skin.
So for me QV is a household name and permanently lives in
our shower and bathroom- at little hands reach.
Initially it took me a while to get used to the fact that
there was no fragrance, as I love fragranced products and ones that leave my
bathroom and skin smelling for hours. But then it grew on me as my skin became
sensitive after giving birth to Madison- didn’t even know this was a thing.
Then Madison came into the world and showed me what sensitive skin was all
about. As she gets older though it is certainly lessening and she is able to
use a broader variety of products on her little skin.
Anyway back to the event and the on goings from the event.
We were lucky enough to have Dermatologist Dr. Hope Dinh from Hope Dermatology come
in and talk to us on all things skin and going more into depths about it all. And
most importantly why choose QV over the rest.
QV has been around since 1953, so for something to be along
for this long means they’re doing something right. Founded in Melbourne in a
laundry when a humble chemist began creating ground breaking skin care
products.
Kate then got up and let her into her world and shared her
love for QV and of course her favourites.
So this leads me to my holy grail QV products, there are
only four of them but they are must haves.
QV Gentle Wash 500g
$18.95
This one is something the whole family uses in the shower.
Literally knocks out all the endless amounts of products on the floor, which
the other half was very happy about, as it’s his pet hate.
Very gentle on all our skin and as I stated above has no
scent, which I think contributes to being gentle on your skin.
The pump bottle is also a big plus as it makes it easy for
me to teach the girls not to waste product and they know one squirt on the
loofa will do their entire body.
QV oil free moisturiser $15.29
So recently I have started to stray away from makeup primers,
as I know if you have a good moisturizer you don’t need a primer. For me using
this product under my makeup works an absolute treat, and I have even found
that it helps make it stick for the day or night.
Since being diagnosed with Graves’ disease my face breaks
out with many little demons (pimples) and also is super sensitive and reacts in
crazy ways. I have had to give away much loved staple products recently as my
face just couldn’t handle them anymore.
Now I have found a cream that works on my face I can’t see
myself reaching for another anytime soon, unless of course it is for review
purposes.
QV Intensive
Moisturizing cleanser 500g $23.45
Now this one is Mummies magic weapon for Winter, I LOVE this
stuff. It is similar to the gentle wash just a little thicker. Somehow it
moisturizes my skin, which is much needed in Winter. It is not very often you can find a wash for
sensitive skin that adds the element of moisture in-built in the product.
Same scent and all that to the gentle wash, I don’t think
the scent varies in any of the products though.
QV Face Cleansing
Wipes $7.29
This is my lazy gal’ skincare regime right here :p Jump into
bed, and wipe my days face off and hope I didn’t block pores during the day and
wake up with pimples.
I love how soft the wipes are and efficient with getting the
gunk out of my pores and skin.
QV products are MADE IN AUSTRALIA, which makes me love the
brand as a whole.
I also need to mention the incredible blooms that Fig And
Bloom provided QV with for the event. Looking into organising them for my
engagement and wedding I loved them that much. Simplistic, with white and
touches of green, fitting in perfectly with the event space at Jardin Tan.
Products Available in Priceline and in pharmacies nationally.
For more information head to- https://qvskincare.com.au
