Skin + Me Stories: Nassima

Hello, and step into Skin + Me Stories – a series where we talk to real life Skin + Me customers about the good, the bad and the ugly bits of their personal skincare journeys so far. This month, we’re talking to mums about their motherhood and their skin. 

Meet Nassima, better known as @beaussima, a multitasking mother who uses her platform to share her love of beauty and her family and help guide others on their skincare journey.

Tell us about your skincare journey over the years

I have loved skincare all my life but I developed a particular obsession in my early 20s when I first started breaking out and nothing I did helped. I took extreme measures which resulted in very unpleasant results so I restarted with a simple routine and continued to research until I found what worked best for me. I wish I had access to Skin + Me back then! It would have saved me a LOT of money and agony!

What mistakes have you made along the way?

Using prescription skincare (without a prescription). Not following instructions properly. Not easing in and allowing my skin to get used to the product. There was lots of peeling!

Has your skin been affected by pregnancy and breastfeeding? 

YES! I was pregnant from August 2018 and, strangely, started breaking out on my forehead during my first trimester. When looking at my skincare stash, there were so many products I could no longer use due to being pregnant; I felt so helpless and it reminded me of when I first experienced adult acne. Again, Skin + Me was not yet around so I was unable to benefit from prescription skincare. When I finally tried Skin + Me, I was breastfeeding and was elated that I could finally start using actives again! 

What are your Holy Grail products for pregnancy/breastfeeding?

Cleanser:  Kate Somerville Goat Milk Cleanser

Moisturiser: Make P:rem Safe Me Moisturiser 

SPF: Bondi Sands SPF50

What are your thoughts on Skin + Me so far?

I’ve been using Skin + Me for almost 8 months now and my formula is 14% Azelaic Acid and 4% Niacinamide. I have now had this same formula for several months and my skin loves it. It’s been life-changing and skin-changing. It’s so innovative and the customer service is like no other. I cannot rave about this brand enough!

If you could gift a Skin + Me subscription to anyone who would it be and why? 

As a secondary school teacher, I’d want something similar to be available for teenagers who struggle with their skin, so they can learn to have a healthy relationship with themselves whilst treating acne. As a mother, I want to teach my daughter that prevention is more effective than intervention so having a simple skincare routine can do wonders for skin, and self care can improve mental health.