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The
Beauty Book...
a comprehensive guide to all the best products
on the market...
| Decleor
Hydra Floral Anti-Pollution Cream
In our opinion simply the best all-round moisturizer on the market. This light textured cream really does suit all skin types and is suitable for day and evening use. Decleor use the very finest ingredients in their products including natural essential oils and this product really delivers results. Although light in texture it is really nourishing and ultra-hydrating and doesn’t leave a greasy residue on the face. The cream leaves a wonderfully ‘dewy’ look to the skin giving it a youthful appearance and continues to ‘drip feed’ the skin during the day. With anti-pollution agents to protect the skin it also contains essential oil of Neroli, mint and orange blossom waters, wild pansy extract and micro-proteins of maringa all of which combine to provide the skin on the face with everything it needs. At just over £30 per jag it is realistically priced for the job it does and does last an incredible length of time – absolutely worth every penny it certainly earns its keep. Can be used in combination with any other skin care line it is excellent for sensitive skin too. With its beautiful aroma it’s simply the best!
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| L’Oreal
Hydrafresh Dry/Sensitive Dermo-Expertise
This ultra hydrating cream/gel is simply one of the best on the market. For many people with a dry or sensitive skin many of the creams on offer are just too greasy in texture. And whilst a more mature skin can usually take a heavier weight cream, younger, dry skins can feel ‘overloaded’ with a heavy textured cream. This formula with its cream/gel combination is suitable for young and old alike. It has a fabulous texture on the face with no tightening sensation yet it plumps and firms even quite dry complexions. For an extra dry or very mature skin it would make an excellent day cram with maybe a richer formulation used at night, but for a 20-35 age group it is more than sufficient for both morning and evening application. The cream contains Magnesium and Calcium to strengthen the skin and vitamins C, E and B5 to energise it, with no greasy residue it is superb as a make-up base.
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| L’Oreal
Hydrafresh Normal/Combination Dermo Expertise
An excellent moisturiser for those with breakout concerns or oily T-zones, this cream/gel formula is ideal for moisturising without greasiness. Containing vitamins, magnesium and calcium it provides combination skin with all its moisture needs without increasing oiliness or shine. The cream/gel formula is really refreshing and easy to apply and sinks into the skin on contact. Ideal for younger skins too that many need moisture in some areas (cheeks, forehead) but light enough to use on the T-zone (nose, chin) without clogging pores. A perfect base for make-up.
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| Prescriptives
Intensive Rebuilding Moisturiser
This unique type of moisturiser stimulates the production of natural Glycosaminoglycans which help to maximize the hyaluronic acid and water in the skin. Basically this enables the skin to retain a maximum amount of water producing a softness and firm plumpness to its appearance. Its powerful hexapeptides boost production of collagen, which we all know is key to the anti-ageing signs on the skin giving an all over more youthful appearance. Definitely not one of the less-expensive creams on the market, but if its anti-ageing results you want then it could be an investment.
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| L’Occitane
Precious Cream Immortelle
A really gorgeous day cream from L’Occitane this cream has a fabulous texture. It feels truly luxurious and is silky-smooth offering a real comfort factor. The immortelle flower provides the essential oil in this day cream and helps to promote collagen synthesis, stimulating the skins microcirculation. Over time the skin feels firmer and plumper and fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed and softened. The immortelle oils also protect the skin against free radicals to prevent further signs of ageing and although the cream is nourishing enough for more mature creams it has a lovely light texture which will keep a younger skin looking good. Can be used in conjunction with a slightly richer night cream - very precious cream which has the same properties for maximum effect. Priced at around £34.00 for 50 ml.
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| Elemis
Pro Collagen Marine Cream
This award winning company always deliver top quality products. As with many of their products, this daily moisturiser has anti-ageing properties and it’s easily absorbed formula will suit all but very dry skins. The cream contains the marine extract Padina Pavonica which has dramatic effects on hydration. Its non-greasy texture is suitable for combination skins and younger skins that are already showing the first signs of ageing. In trials the skins firmness and elasticity was dramatically increased and we found it to be really good as a base before applying make-up.
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| Decleor
Source D’Exclat Radiance
This moisturiser really does give the skin an instant boost and radiance. Its lightweight, slightly fruity smelling formula is particularly good on skins that are dull and lacking in vitality. With an array of Essential Oils and Fruit Extracts the formula helps to protect from harsh external elements whilst giving the skin a boost. Enriched with Fig Gel and a vitamin complex the skin is instantly smoothed and moisturised and is excellent for younger skins. Also good for those with tired looking skin or those on medications which can de-hydrate and dull the skin, the cream contains tiny pearlescent particles to instantly brighten the complexion and give it luminosity.
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| Liz Earle
Superskin Moisturizer
This recently launched face cream is Liz Earles first anti-ageing formula and as with her other products is packed full of top quality ingredients. Anti-ageing creams very often do not offer a ‘comfort factor’ and can feel a bit mask-like on the skin. But this one is genuinely different. It contains Vitamin E to help protect from environmental damage with high levels of GLA and is rich in Omega 3. It has a lovely texture and is fragrance free and really does feel nourishing on the skin. The naturally active ingredients include cranberry and rosehip seed oils and borage - well known for its anti-ageing properties and for nourishing and ‘plumping up’ mature skins. Priced at around £30.00 for 50 ml a little goes quite a long way, but it’s also available in a 15 ml size for around £11/00 if you want to give it a try.
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