Top 5 WOW SKIN Tips for Crossdressers and M2F Clients

Skincare Routine
Top 5 WOW Tips for Crossdressers and M2F ladies

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Here are 5 reasons why skincare is so important for transgender women and crossdressers:

  1. Skin is the canvas.
    Good skin will make your makeup look smoother, blend better and give a more flawless, youthful and feminine look.

  2. Good skin makes you look feminine.
    Testosterone causes an increase in skin thickness, which accounts for why male skin is more course than a woman’s skin by 25% and pores can appear larger
    By taking care of your skin, you can promote a smoother, softer, more feminine appearance-The foundation will just glide on and glow!
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  3. Good skin will slow the aging process. Lines, wrinkles, age spots – all the things you want to avoid! A good skincare routine will help you keep your skin looking younger and firmer. Healthy skin should glow underneath your makeup and you should always have a good cleansing routine for Day and Night. Remove all your makeup at night and allow your skin to breathe and replenish overnight.
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  4. Skin Glows from within: Having a healthy diet, good sleep, exercise and wearing sunscreen with help your skin glow and appear healthier and make you feel more confident.
    Having water intake and ensuring you are eating lots of vegetables and fruit for nutrients will assist in gut health. If you have dietaries that stop you from having these you can get yourself supplements for hair skin and nails.
    I recommend Vegan Collagen which can be taken in liquid or pill form. Infusions are also a great option if you are lacking nutrients in your diet, it can be a great "pick me up" for energy also!
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  5. Good skin means less makeup: The thing to remember is that you want to wear less makeup but place it in the right places to accentuate your features.
    When you have healthy skin, you use less makeup and ultimately save money and also gain more confidence knowing you are glowing from the inside out.


#1 WOW TIP- CLEANSE

Before applying any product on your skin it is important to remove any natural oils. Removing All makeup before bed and after an evening out is so important!
During the day the skin releases natural oils and dirt particles from the environment will sit on top of your skin without being noticeable, if they are not removed, they then seep into your pores and create congestion.

The quality of your cleanser is critical. Most importantly, you need to avoid harsh cleansers. And never use bar soap on your face. Bar soap has a high pH, which means it’s not very alkaline. Regular bar soap will dry out and irritate your face, stripping the skin, making it create more oils as it goes into hyperdrive!

Foaming cleansers can dry and strip the skin of precious nutrients and lipids, increasing dehydration and reactivity. The correctly balanced combination of intercellular lipids, vitamins and botanicals can gently remove daily debris, including sunscreens and pollution, while reinforcing natural PH barrier structures.

Always use gentle cleansers specifically designed for the face only.
Cleansers that contain hydrating ingredients, such as ceramides or glycerin, are especially good for pre-makeup skin prep.

My favourite cleanser:

Rationale  Cleanser #1- $74.00




Why I love this product?...

Skin appears more hydrated.

Skin feels softer and more supple.

Comforts skin, soothing the appearance of irritation.

Gently cleanses to optimally prepare skin for night-time actives.


#2 WOW TIP- EXFOLIATE

Exfoliating is like resurfacing for the skin.
A daily exfoliant that is gentle is a must have for everyone.
It removes dirt and sweat that gets stuck in your pores. Exfoliating daily will buff out dry skin sitting on the surface of your skin.  Without removing the rough dead skin, your makeup sits on top of the dead skin and looks dry, dull and flat.
Exfoliating also allows your skin to regenerate itself providing a radiant and fresh appearance which ultimately softens any fine lines.
You also feel amazing after a good scrub!

My Favourite daily exfoliant

A.S.A.P Daily exfoliating facial scrub-$48.00


Why I love this product?..

Australian Made

Cruelty Free and Vegan

Artificial Fragrance Free

Gentle On the Skin and suits all skin types

You can scrub in the shower and daily!‍

#3 WOW TIP- SHAVE‍

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Unless you have had your facial hair removed through electrolysis or laser hair removal, removing your facial hair is one of the most important steps before applying makeup as a transgender or cross dressing lady.

A close, smooth shave will make your skin look smoother and help reduce the appearance of beard shadow later in the day.

Makeup will stick to any surface on top of the skin and create a course and heavy look.

Shaving does has the potential to irritate your skin, especially if you shave right before applying makeup. 

Tips for a clean and gentle shave:‍

If you do get the chance to book in for hair removal it will be one of the best decisions for your feminine journey, It will mean you won’t have irritated skin after a shave and no beard shadow to conceal. 6-8 sessions to begin is recommended and then an annual touch up of once a year only!

Another "last minute" great hair removal method is to use a hair removal cream. I like "Sensitive" by Nair which contains almond oil, vitamin A E and B. Hair removal cream leaves less irritation than a razor. It's so quick and easy to use, you just put the cream on, leave for 4 minutes- then wash off with warm water and a towel. Removal cream can be used on face, legs, arms and chest.

#4 WOW TIP- HYDRATE

Hydrating your skin daily in very important. Testosterone will increase the skins thickness by 25% which is why men have more of a course appearance than women.
Having a Day and Night cream will enhance the elasticity and hydration of your skin. Ultimately this will allow foundation to glide on your skin effortlessly and appear more flawless.

There are so many wonderful brands, selecting a moisturiser that is suitable for your skin type is so important. Firstly, find out what skin type you have.

Even if your skin is acne-prone or oily, you still need to moisturize it.
Otherwise, you could risk facing oil overproduction to compensate for a lack of moisture. Additionally, acne-prone and oily skin is still susceptible to irritation and dryness if you use the wrong products.
Winter months tends to bring on more dryness due to heating and environmental factors.

Are you Oily, Combination, Dry or Sensitive?

Once you find out your skin type, you can then locate a moisturiser to suit YOU. 

You should always have some form of sunscreen in your moisturiser, SPF15-SPF50 is perfect. 

Night cream is equally as important as your body regenerates while you sleep.
After cleansing off your makeup at night use a night moisturiser with active ingredients to aid in aging prevention.

I tend to spend a bit more on my skincare as I like to look after my skin. The extra cost is always worth it and you don’t need to use a lot of product, therefore you will actually save money in the long run by not having to replace it as much as a cheaper standard moisturiser that requires lots of product to feel hydrated!

My favourites day moisturisers Are:

#3 The Tinted Serum SPF50+ $182.00

#3 The Enriched Crème SPF15- $190.00

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Why I love these products?...

The #3 Cream is a little thicker and has less sunscreen, It is great for people who like to feel the thickness of a cream

The #3 tinted serum is light in texture and has a slight tint to it to even out the skin tone, it also has spf50! Great for people who are outdoors a lot and a summer choice. I switch between the two during winter and summer.

Its hypernatural, incandescent finish

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Anti-Inflammatory properties 

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It lasts 3 months!

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#6 Night Crème-$206.00

Why I love this product?...

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Firms, plumps and rejuvenates by supporting collagen in skin.

Definition and volume are elevated as skin is strengthened.

Elicits a radiant, even complexion.

Delivers hydration to comfort skin and prevent Trans-Epidermal Water Loss.

Feels amazing on clean skin

Can use under the eyes 


Bonus Tip:

Hydrate your body. Give your skin a nourishing glow for that cute little outfit you can't wait to wear. Show off those legs in confidence. Hydrate your hands and flash those new nails!

Hydrate your legs, arms, chest, neck and feet daily.

My favourite Hydrators for the body are:

LUSH- Dream Cream Pot- $30.00 (240grams)

Why I love this product?..

Smells and feels amazing on your skin

Skin is left glowing and is nice to touch

Vegan and Cruelty Free

All natural

It is Fair Trade and organic. Itis 100% traceable, meaning we can be sure no child labour is involved in the supply chain. 

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Lots of different smells and options for ingredients in store

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Mustela Hydra-Bebe Body Lotion 500ml- $25.95



Why I love this product?...

It is fragrance free

Safe for all skin types so it is great for sensitive and allergy prone skin (me)

Pump bottle means you can leave it in the car and use on the go

97% ingredients are of natural origin.



Thanks for reading my blog, I hope you received some great new tips to look after your skin and get it ready for makeup application. If you would like a one on one session with plenty more informative tips, reach out in my contact page!

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