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Festive season is here, and before we know it our diaries will be packed with Christmas parties and friendmas gatherings.
Whilst we’re enjoying ourselves, it’s important to keep our skin looking and feeling it’s best, because let’s face it, no one wants to be looking tired and drained.
Not only does partying effect our skin in terms of dehydration and pigmentation, but so do other factors such as central heating, cold weather, and lack of vitamin D.
It’s important to make suitable skincare swaps that will hydrate and cleanse the skin whilst providing protection. Dr Alexis Granite says: ‘During party season, hydration is everything – and that starts inside. Drink plenty of fluids the morning after, then do a gentle but thorough cleanse to remove the night’s makeup and impurities,’
After years of trialling and putting products to the test, we’ve rounded up our most favourite items from cleansers, serums, eye creams, and even the must-have beauty tools. Get ready to scroll through the skin saviors that will have your skin looking hydrated and glowing.
The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Cleanser
Dr Alexis Granite says: ‘use formulas containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to calm any party-induced blemishes.’ This brilliant formula works to reduce blackheads and breakouts by gently cleansing the skin and unclogging pores from makeup residue and pollution. It is a soothing and nourishing formula that wont leave you skin feeling stripped of it’s essential oils.
Purifide by Acnecide Skin Restore Pimple Patches
Whenever a breakout occurs, these blemish patches are some of the best on the high street.
Purified have infused there products with their 4-in-1Hydrotech™ formula which consists of salicylic acid, niacinamide, zinc hyaluronate hydracolloid that work together to absorb, reduce, resurface, and restore the targetted area. Simply pop one over the blemish and leave it to work it’s magic for eight hours. They can be worn under makeup so you can go about your day whilst treating the skin.
Ole Henriksen Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Eye Crème for Dark Circles
Dark circles are the ultimate giveaway of a busy lifestyle. Dr Elizabeth Hawkes suggests ‘Vitamin C around the eyes during the day for brightening. Use your ring finger and follow the bony margin of the eye for gentle application.’ Ole Henriksen’s Banana Bright+ Vitamin C Eye Créme illuminates the eye area with its triple vitamin C complex, and helps to minimise fine lines and wrinkles.
L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Laser Instant Eye Bag Eraser
For more instant results, a recent launch from L’Oreal Paris is a showstealer. The Revitalift Eye Bag Instant Eraser works in as little as 15 minutes to blur, tighten and reduce the appearance of severe bags and wrinkles for up to eight hours. This is a product that you can feel working as it settles on the skin, allowing you to see and feel the results.
Garnier Vitamin C Daily UV Brightening Fluid Sheer Glow, SPF50+
Dr Hawkes says ‘During the festive season, staying hydrated, avoiding smoking, and wearing sunglasses and SPF during the day will help.’ For this we suggest an excellent tinted moisturiser with added SPF so that you can target hydrating the skin, whilst protecting it from the winter sun and daylight. Garnier’s Fluid Sheer Glow is a lightweight solution that gently lays on the skin giving your appearance a glowing finish.
Paula’s Choice Resist Intensive Repair Cream
Give your skin a youthful boost whilst catching up on your beauty sleep with a night cream that is infused with retinol. Wrinkles and fine lines will appear softened, as the skins texture is visibly smoother. It is infused with barrier-boosting moisturising agents and antioxidants to protect your upper dermis from pollution and environmental stresses.
Caudalie VinoHydra S.O.S Hydrating Hyaluronic Serum
An antioxidant-rich formula with 100% natural hyaluronic acid, is fast-absorbing and encourages long-lasting hydration for all skin types and protects again pollutants by boosting the skins natural barrier. Skin appears refreshed and renewed with visibility smoother and plump skin. Apply daily before moisturiser.
StylPro Wavelength LED Face Mask
When having a night to yourself, there is nothing better than kicking back and relaxing with an LED face mask that does all of the important work whilst you just lie there. The STYLPRO mask is a powerful divide that addresses a range of issues through specific coloured LED. Res and near infrared boosts the skin’s natural collagen production and balances the skins surface, whilst blue promotes a clearer and smoother complexion. The fourth combines all to give you all-around TLC.
TheraFace Depuffing Wand by Therabody
This nifty gadget will become your best friend throughout the festive season. Whilst you have your morning cuppa or are on-the-go, use the TheraFace Depuffing Wand to rejuvenate and improve the skins appearance. It uses cold and hot temperatures to tailor the treatments to your needs, from decreasing puffiness and dark circles, to enhancing your natural glow.
LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
Nothing gives off signs of dehydration other than chapped lips. Have them looking plump and hydrated after a good nights sleep with the LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask that is ultra-nourishing and provides intense moisture. You can carry it with you throughout the day if you feel you’re in need of a boost.
Therapie Clinic Polynucleotide Injections
Restore the skins natural and youthful glow with the brilliant effects of polynucleotide injections. The treatment promotes the skins regenerative potential and targets signs of ageing and tired-looking appearance. Derived from salmon sperm, the formula also works to trigger the body’s natural production of collagen and elastin, therefore making the skin appear firmer, smoother and stronger. If it’s good enough for the likes of Kim Kardashian and Olivia Attwood, it’s good enough for us.
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