Skin in Transition

Menopause Skin: The Complete Guide to Understanding and Supporting Your Skin Naturally

Menopause can bring unexpected changes to your skin — from dryness and sensitivity to sudden breakouts. This expert guide explains what’s happening and how to support your skin naturally with confi...

Menopause Skincare: How to Care for Skin Over 40 Naturally

Menopause changes your skin — but it’s nothing to fear. Discover natural ways to hydrate, protect and comfort your skin through your 40s and beyond.  

A Calm Evening Skincare Ritual Using Natural Products

A calm evening skincare ritual isn’t about perfection - it’s about slowing down. Discover gentle steps and natural products to help you unwind and restore.

Menopause, Microbiome & Your Skin Barrier: The Connection Nobody's Talking About

If your skin has changed dramatically during perimenopause or menopause - becoming dry, sensitive, reactive, or just fundamentally different - you're experiencing something far more complex than si...

Facial Oils for Barrier Repair: Winter Skin Guide

If your skin has suddenly become tight, sensitive, or reactive, your barrier might be crying out for help. Discover why facial oils are the most effective natural solution for barrier repair, which...

What Is Natural Skincare? A Simple Guide (Without the Greenwashing)

Natural skincare can feel confusing. This guide gently breaks down what actually matters, helping you make thoughtful choices for your skin and the planet.

Skin Resilience from Within: Why ‘Good Fats’ are the Secret to Winter Vitality

Between the 'Avo-gate' saga on West Wittering beach and the final prep for the Spring Fair, I’ve been thinking a lot about the skin barrier. While our skincare protects you from the outside, true r...

How to Repair a Damaged Skin Barrier: 5 Signs Your Skincare is Too Harsh

Does your usual moisturiser suddenly sting? You aren't alone. Between the biting January wind and drying central heating, your skin's natural barrier is under attack. In this guide, I’m sharing the...

5 Skincare Resolutions for 2026: The Founder’s Guide to Healthy Skin

At Puremess, we don't believe in 10-step routines. We believe in fewer, better steps. Our range - from bicarb-free deodorants to nutrient-dense facial oils - is 100% natural, aluminum-free, and pac...

How to Reset Your Skin in the New Year: A 3-Step Winter Skincare Routine

Ahh, January. New notebooks, fresh intentions… and skin that’s feeling a bit over the festive season. If you’re starting the year with dryness, dullness, or stress-related breakouts, you’re not alo...