beauty secrets
Power-charge your skincare with these latest trends
Skin Flooding
Our skin can become more prone to dryness as we age, which is where this hydrating trend comes into play. The aim is to layer products on to wet skin, rather than dry, hence the name “flooding”. Create a nourishing, damp canvas with a spritz of Curél Deep Moisture Spray for Dry Sensitive Skin, £19.50, before applying a fine-line targeting serum like Caudalie Resveratrol-lift Instant Firming Retinol Alternative Serum, £52. Quickly follow with a generous helping of a deep moisturising cream like Vichy Minéral 89 100H Hyaluronic Acid Rich Hydrating Cream, £22.99, for a youthful, hydrated look.
Barrier Repair
Overusing active ingredients such as retinol can cause serious skin damage. If your complexion is feeling the toll of anti-ageing products, then a barrier repair treatment is for you. The skin around our eyes can be extra sensitive, so a ceramide-rich cream like Skin Proud Secure The Barrier Boosting Eye Cream, £14.95, will soothe the area whilst restoring your natural skin barrier. Meanwhile, Simple Replenishing Cream Cleanser, £8, is powered by 11 per cent ceramide boosters to refresh skin after a long day. For an overnight fix, try Murad Cellular Hydration Barrier Repair Mask, £55, which will work wonders while you sleep.
The Body Facial
We’re all guilty of giving our face more attention than our body, but things are set to change thanks to a surge in not-so-basic bodycare. Begin by switching to a skincare inspire
