Women's Health (UK)

GET FIT SKIN

Complexion need a boost? These savvy glow-givers will ensure no one accuses your skin of being work-shy again...

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Orveda Glow Activator Deep-clearing Mud Masque, £89

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Washing your face daily can strip skin of healthy bacteria, meaning the top layer of cells are less adept at retaining moisture. This clay feeds skin with active prebiotics so skin cells remain healthy and needn’t rely on occlusive moisturise­rs.

Institut Esthederm Excellage Serum, £86 -

Skin cells, much like humans, thrive best in communitie­s that communicat­e well. This serum acts as a cell whisperer, making sure cells can send repair signals to each other and stimulate water retention so skin stays hydrated for longer.

ESPA Tri-active Advanced Night Booster, £42

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This treatment harnesses cells from the Four O’clock flower, which blooms from 4pm until sunrise. They force their way into the mitochondr­ia (the energy centre of a skin cell) and neutralise free radicals to help overnight skin cell repair.

Garden of Wisdom Mandelic Acid 10% Serum, £9

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An acid is non-negotiable for speeding up cell renewal and reversing lazy skin behaviour. Mandelic acid has large molecules that penetrate the skin more slowly than glycolic and lactic acid, so you don’t have to worry about irritation.

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizi­ng Factors + HA, £4.99

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Don’t get caught up in a pore-clogging cycle with a heavy moisturise­r – instead, layer this serum to ease any dryness. Hyaluronic acid is a powerful humectant so it’s able to draw water into the skin, keeping it plumper for longer.

SVR Clairial Creme SPF50+, £24

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Sun damage slows down skin cell renewal, so SPF is a must in your quest for a luminous complexion. This dualaction protector shields skin from UV rays and works to fade pigmentati­on. Its barely there texture also makes it the perfect base for foundation.

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