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THE WORLD of skincare never sleeps. Indeed, from cutting edge ingredients to the latest technology, there are currently a host of exciting new beauty innovations that promise to transform your skin.
Here we share our top picks to give you back your glow.
SMART INGREDIENTS
This year’s smart ingredients will help guard against pollution, reduce wrinkles and improve skin health.
GOOD BACTERIA
Skincare packed with good bacteria is all set to be a big trend.
Not only do pre and probiotics promote a healthy gut, helping to treat and prevent problems with digestion, they also have a calming effect on the skin.
Good bacteria encourage cell growth and prebiotics create a healthy environment for them to thrive.
Probiotics combat bad bacteria and boost skin’s ability to fight external aggressors.
Together, they help skin to maintain a balanced state.
Try Algenist Alive Prebiotic Balancing Moisturiser SPF15, £40 (cultbeauty.co.uk), a lightweight moisturiser formulated with prebiotics made from algae that detoxes and balances the complexion.
THE NEW RETINOL
Look out for bakuchiol, a new natural alternative to retinol.
The plant (pronounced ba-koo-heel) has antiinflammatory and antioxidant properties and clinical trials have shown it can speed up skin cell regeneration, prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and reduce pigmentation.
There are several exciting new launches on the horizon but until then you can find this wonder ingredient in Omorovicza Miracle Facial Oil, £80 (omorovicza.com).
SKIN SMOOTHER
Up until now, tranexamic acid has been used during surgery to control bleeding and aid wound closure. However new research has shown that it can also reduce skin discolouration and improve pigmentation.
Try Mesoestetic
Melan Tran3x Daily Depigmenting Gel Cream, £79.99 (facethefuture.co.uk), a lightweight gel cream that helps to fade dark spots and prevents their reappearance.
SUPERFOODS
When applied topically, antioxidant-rich superfoods such as quinoa and blueberries can help fight free radicals and strengthen the skin.
Look out for Primark’s new PS Super Food collection. The Goji Berry & Almond Sumptuous Face Moisturiser, £3 (Primark stores nationwide) is packed full of vitamins and minerals.
TOP TRENDS
The beauty industry is constantly working to develop products that reflect the big issues of the day.
So this year you can expect to see a focus on eco-friendly products that minimise damage to the planet, especially