As the weather changes, so do the needs of our skin. We might find ourselves swapping our gel cleansers for milky ones, and light creams and serums to something a bit more protective and nourishing. In this blog, we are sharing some DIY aromatherapy combinations to embrace this autumn for skin that feels fresher than the crisp fall air! These seasonal essences will pamper your spirit but also tone and beautify your skin! We are so excited to share them with you today.

Get Cozy with Your Rivo Steamer

Cozy up with your Rivo Steamer

One of the beauty tools we are most excited to embrace this fall and winter season is our newly released Rivo Facial Steamer.

Click here to read why estheticians agree you should be using a facial steamer as part of your regular skincare routine.

As the holidays and a typically more hectic time of year falls upon us, sitting back and making time for self-care and me-time becomes all the more essential. Making a nice cup of herbal tea, dimming the lights and pampering yourself with an aromatic steam facial is not just great for your skin, it actually makes you feel more calm and relaxed which in-turn, benefits the whole family. Plus with the aromatic combinations we are about to share, you'll get reap the double benefit of diffusing luscious fall aromatics throughout your house too. YUM!

It's easy to customize your facials with Rivo! Simply pick one of the six steam treatments and add whatever fruits or herbs you Fancii to the fruit basket to enhance your experience. The combinations we are about to share below are some of our favourites for colder seasons, but these are some other classic combinations you can't go wrong with! Either way, the combinations are endless and yours to discover!

1. Apple and Cinnamon

Stimulate collagen, boost skin firmness and reduce inflammation while soaking in the apple pie vibes.

• Add a slice of apple and a bit of Ceylon cinnamon into your Rivo Facial Steamer's fruit basket (pairs deliciously with honey and hot water if you want to enjoy a cup of tea at the same time).
• Apple works as a natural toner and contains protective antioxidants that help protect, soothe and revive the skin.
• Ceylon cinnamon has been shown to support collagen synthesis and offers antimicrobial properties which can be lovely for helping prevent and heal breakouts while also deep cleansing and plumping the skin.

1. Apple and Cinnamon

Stimulate collagen, boost skin firmness and reduce inflammation while soaking in the apple pie vibes

• Add a slice of apple and a bit of Ceylon cinnamon into your Rivo Facial Steamer's fruit basket (pairs deliciously with honey and hot water if you want to enjoy a cup of tea at the same time).
• Apple works as a natural toner and contains protective antioxidants that help protect, soothe and revive the skin.
• Ceylon cinnamon has been shown to support collagen synthesis and offers antimicrobial properties which can be lovely for helping prevent and heal breakouts while deep cleansing and plumping the skin.

2. Orange, Rosemary and Mint

Brighten, soothe and purify with this zingy citrus blend.

• Add a slice of orange, fresh rosemary and mint leaves to your Rivo steamer's fruit basket.
• Orange brightens and helps to even out the complexion with juicy antioxidants like vitamin C.
• The mint and rosemary work as an astringent to purify, tone and invigorate your skin. This combination is also great for reducing inflammation and redness.

2. Orange, Rosemary and Mint

Brighten, soothe and purify with this zingy citrus blend.

• Add a slice of orange, fresh rosemary and mint leaves to your Rivo steamer's fruit basket.
• Orange brightens and helps to even out the complexion with juicy antioxidants like vitamin C.
• The mint and rosemary work as an astringent to purify, tone and invigorate your skin. This combination is also great for reducing inflammation and redness.

3. Turmeric, Lemon and Ginger

A classic combination to brighten, hydrate and bring out your skin's natural glow.

• Add freshly sliced turmeric, ginger and lemon to your Rivo Fruit basket (also couples a deep immunity tea if you feel yourself coming down with something).
• Turmeric is ancient Ayurvedic skin herb and famously known for being a powerful anti-inflammatory and healer. When paired with ginger you get a double dose of circulation boosting, inflammation quenching, skin glow-up power.
• The lemon works to purify the pores while brightening the skin and evening out the skin tone with gentle kiss of nourishing antioxidants.

3. Turmeric, Lemon and Ginger

A classic combination to brighten, hydrate and bring out your skin's natural glow.

• Add freshly sliced turmeric, ginger and lemon to your Rivo Fruit basket (also couples a deep immunity tea if you feel yourself coming down with something).
• Turmeric is ancient Ayurvedic skin herb and famously known for being a powerful anti-inflammatory and healer. When paired with ginger you get a double dose of circulation boosting, inflammation quenching, skin glow-up power.
• The lemon works to purify the pores while brightening the skin and evening out the skin tone with gentle kiss of nourishing antioxidants.