Beauty skincare sorted

You might have your beauty faves sussed, but it’s what you do with them that counts

micellar water

How much to use: thoroughly soak a cotton PAD micellars are a handy quick fix for removing make-up, but they’re also ideal as part of a double-cleansing routine. For a thorough cleanse, use to melt away stubborn make-up, then follow with a cleansing wash or balm. try: Lacura cellsation micellar water, £1.99, aldi; or nivea micellair skin Breathe micellar water, £3.

Cleanser

How much to use: 20P Piece Whether you prefer a wash, balm or cream, the secret to good cleansing is massage. you need to spend a few minutes gently working the product into your skin, especially around your nose, chin and forehead, to help lift dirt and make-up, before removing with water or a warm, damp washcloth. try: Katherine Daniels miracle cleansing Jelly, £25; or your good skin nourishing Hot cloth cleanser, £8.99.

toner

How much to use: moderately soaked cotton PAD toners remove the very last remnants of dirt and grime, but their primary function is to reset the ph of your skin after cleansing. exfoliating tonics contain acids to gently rid your skin of dead cells. sweep over your whole face, avoiding your nostrils and lips, as it can dry out the delicate skin there. try: mario Badescu Glycolic acid toner, £15, beautybay.com; or caudalie moisturising toner, £15, space nk.

Day Cream

How much to use: £1 coin Warm the cream between your fingertips to help activate the ingredients. massage it into the skin, then work it in a bit more, from the centre of your face outwards, using firm, sweeping movements. if you have the time, spend a good couple of minutes doing this. a regular, firm face massage is very effective when it comes to toning, depuffing and brightening skin. try: olay total effects age Defying moisturiser SPF 30, £14.99; or neutrogena Hydro Boost water Gel moisturiser, £12.99.

serum

How much to use: 5P Piece after cleansing, but before moisturising, warm your serum between your palms, then press them onto your face and neck. try: L’oréal Paris age Perfect cell renew serum, £24.99; La rocheposay Hyalu B5 serum, £37; or no7 early Defence Glow activating serum, £25.

eye Cream

How much to use: a Grain-ofrice-sized amount Per eye to avoid dragging the skin when you apply, use your ring finger to pat the product in – no stretching or pulling! and to avoid overloading your skin, just apply around the orbital bone, not on the eyelids themselves. try: nspa smoothing eye cream, £5; or Pestle & mortar recover the ultimate eye cream, £35, Harvey nichols.

night Cream

How much to use: 20P Piece after applying eye cream and serum, dot onto your forehead, cheeks, chin and neck before massaging in. night creams tend to be rich, so less is more. try: Vichy slow Âge night cream & mask, £32; or simple Kind to skin Vital Vitamin night cream, £5.79.