Case of the winter blues
mineral make-up, which is antiinflammatory.
Cleanse no more than twice a day and don’t use harsh soaps that will dry out your skin.
lIf your skin is looking blotchy, keep moisturiser in the fridge as the coolness calms redness. Try Eucerin AtoControl Face Care Cream, £9 (boots.com), which contains primrose oil to soothe irritation.
lHoney and lemon are natural ingredients that restore radiance. Make your own face mask by mixing 1tbsp of lemon juice with 1tbsp of honey.
Apply to damp skin, leave for 15 to 20 minutes then wash off with cold water. Use once a week.
lCombat redness by avoiding products that contain lanolin, mineral oil or petroleum, as well as cleansers with astringents such as
lalcohol as these strip the skin of natural oils, leaving it susceptible to irritation.
Use a gentle cleanser instead such as Skin Matrix HD Hydrating Micellar Pads, £26.50 (skinoracle. com).
The biodegradable pads contain no oil, fragrance or parabens and are packed with hyaluronic acid to give your skin an immediate moisture boost.
lAT THE CLINIC
A professional facial will revitalise tired or problem skin. Hydrafacial delivers immediate results, combining cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration, red light therapy and antioxidant protection all in one session.
It is clinically proven to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, acneprone skin and brown spots. Costs from £125, visit hydrafacial.co.uk.
lPeels are a great way to brighten the complexion, soften fine lines and reinvigorate skin.
lLumecca, the newest IPL rejuvenation system, boosts collagen, targets broken capillaries and tightens skin. During the treatment, light energy is delivered into the skin, instantly improving skin tone.
For longer lasting results, try a course of three to six treatments, spaced at least 10 days apart. From £60 per session.
lPlump and tighten skin with Smartxide Cool Skin Rejuvenation Laser, which uses fractional dot technology to heat the dermis and boost collagen. Costs from £200 a session.
lMAGIC MAKE-UP
As we age, skin loses its natural radiance but a few make-up tricks can give you a glow.
If your foundation is too pale, your skin can look tired. Warm it up with Gosh Foundation Drops, £12.99 (superdrug.com). Mix with your moisturiser for a natural glow.
lTry a foundation with lightreflecting particles, such as Clinique Even Better Glow Light Reflecting Make-up SPF15, £28.50 (clinique.co.uk).
lCover imperfections and fill in lines with Laura Geller’s new Spackle Concealer, £20 (debenhams. com), which brightens the complexion and creates a flawless base. It also contains vitamin E to nourish and peptides to soften fine lines.
lPerk up washed-out skin with SVR Densitium Rose Cream, £36 (feelunique.com), which contains silk tree extract to help restore skin’s natural colouring.
lFor advice on cosmetic surgery, consult your GP. For more of Lesley’s tips, see lesleyreynolds.com