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Late nights, city air and sun exposure can all leave the complexion looking flat. Here is how a simple morning-and-weekly routine with Mary Cohr's PhytOxygène products can fit into your self-care.

When your reflection looks worn out

Most of us have had mornings when the face in the mirror looks more tired than we feel. Part of this is natural: with the years, skin renews itself more slowly. Part of it comes from daily life in a city, where air pollution, UV and, for some, smoking all leave their mark on how the complexion looks.

Building a routine in three layers

Rather than piling on products, it can help to think of skincare in three layers: everyday basics, a weekly extra, and an occasional professional session. Mary Cohr's PhytOxygène range is organised along those lines, and the brand states that its formulas contain up to 95% natural ingredients.

Layer one: every morning

1. Wash with PhytOxygène Cleansing Foam, a light foam that lifts away make-up and daily grime. Aloe vera and natural exfoliating agents give it a gentle, soothing feel.
2. Follow with Crème PhytOxygène on clean skin. Japanese cherry tree extract provides hydration, while white horehound extract is included by the brand to support the skin's own defences.

Layer two: once or twice a week

After a mild scrub, smooth on the PhytOxygène Mask. Its green clay and phytic acid are classic skincare ingredients chosen for a clarifying, deep-clean feel, particularly after time spent in traffic or busy streets.

Layer three: now and then

A professional PhytOxygène facial combines a thorough cleanse, Phyto-dermabrasion to refine the look of the pores, a purifying mask and a relaxing facial massage with the same product family.

Skincare as part of whole-person care

At our Lane Cove clinic, we see skincare as one piece of a bigger self-care picture that can also include rest, nourishing food and relaxing therapies such as massage. Cosmetic products care for the look and feel of the skin; outcomes differ between people. If you notice a persistent skin problem, ask your GP or a dermatologist for advice first.