THE BEST FACE CARE

DAY CARE

LANCÔME RÉNERGIE H.P.N. 300-PEPTIDE CREAM, $190

Three hundred different anti-ageing peptides, moisturising hyaluronic acid and anti-dark-spot niacinamide combine in a melting texture with the refined fragrance we love, to add that irresistible dose of pleasure to a high-flying, high-tech formula. ELISABETH MARTORELL

Beauty editor-in-chief, ELLE France

This cream glides on to help plump and smooth the look of skin, and reduce the appearance of pigmentation. It gets bonus points for its reusable jar, which is made with 30 per cent recycled glass. SALLY HUNWICK

Beauty director, ELLE Australia

NIGHT CARE

SISLEY SUPREMŸA AT NIGHT THE SUPREME ANTI-AGING SKIN CARE, $1025

Time and again, the brand provides cosmeceutical efficiency with deep research and a luxurious feel. Ever since I started using this miracle product, it has given me the beautysleep effect I need every morning to start my day. At last, my skin’s biorhythms are well supported. MARIANNA PARTEVYAN

Beauty editor, ELLE Ukraine

I have fallen in love with this product. Every drop is like a spa treatment.

ANNA MACHOVÁ

Beauty editor, ELLE Czech Republic

MASK

AUGUSTINUS BADER THE FACE CREAM MASK, $324

I will use this forever and ever — and ever. My absolute favourite product for when my skin is parched. CHARLOTTE SØRVALD

Beauty editor, ELLE Norway

I love the brand and Augustinus Bader’s take on self-care. The mask works on all skin types, and you can expect a boost in tone, texture and hydration almost immediately. BLANCA GONZÁLEZ RUFINO

Beauty director, ELLE Spain

CLEANSER

M.A.C HYPER REAL FRESH CANVAS CLEANSING OIL, $75

Lightweight, effective and resultoriented — it’s a one-swipe product. SUKRITI SHAHI

Beauty & health editor, ELLE India

No mission is too hard for this cleansing oil: waterproof mascara, a heavy base or glittery eyeshadow are gone in a flash. The gentle and soothing formula makes your skin feel hydrated, clean and soft. And a little goes a long way. VERONICA HENRIKSSON

Beauty editor, ELLE Sweden

FROM DAY AND NIGHT CREAMS TO MASKS AND CLEANSERS, SKINCARE IS SUCH A POWERHOUSE CATEGORY, ESTIMATED TO BE WORTH $200 BILLION GLOBALLY BY 2026