Dry / Dehydrated Skin Reviews
Skin is often tight and uncomfortable. It can have a dull and flaky appearance. Wrinkles are more prominent. Skin feels dry after showering but feels more comfortable after moisturising; however can feel tight again by midday.
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Amanda Lacey Soft Pink Cream
Amanda Lacey’s Soft Pink Cream, long a hidden treasure in my skincare stash, is celebrated by beauty insiders such as Edwina Ings-Chambers and Caroline Hirons alike. After a decade of knowing Amanda, I’ve witnessed first-hand the passion and expertise she invests in her skincare line. Soft Pink Cream is a testament to her commitment, has…
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The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum: Calpol Pink Skincare
Embarking on a skincare journey after a year of medication that left my skin on the brink of constant irritation and sensitivity, I’ve become particularly discerning about the products I introduce to my routine. Enter The Ordinary’s Soothing & Barrier Support Serum, a concoction that caught my eye not just for its astonishingly vibrant pink…
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Then I Met You: The Giving Essence Review
I recently came across Then I Met You’s The Giving Essence, first spotting it via a mention on LinkedIn, of all places, before Cult Beauty decided I needed to see it again in an ad. It really piqued my interest, initially because of the beautifully photogenic packaging; then further investigation of its ingredients promising hydration,…
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SVR Ampoule Hydra B3 Serum Review
In the vast world of skincare, stumbling upon a product that genuinely works is always a win. That’s exactly what happened with the SVR Ampoule Hydra B3 Serum for me. I found it through Renude.co and have been using it for over two years now. It’s turned out to be a solid, reliable part of…
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Zo Skin Health Hydrating Cleanser
Last year marked a significant shift in my skincare needs due to eczema medication for my hands, which unexpectedly made my facial skin drier and more sensitive. My regular cleansing products, used for their powerful cleansing, exfoliating and resurfacing capabilities, became immediately too harsh for my skin’s new-normal. This led me on a quest for…
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Review: SkinMed Tebiskin IDRA Hydrating Emollient Cream
You’re probably reading this because your aesthetician has recommended it and you’re wanting to see if it’s worth the price tag. The answer is yes, but keep reading to find out why this is better than your pharmacy emollient. First Impressions I was struck by its rich texture that surprisingly absorbed well into the skin.…
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Reviewed: Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ The Intensive Hydrating Complex
In the ever-unpredictable saga of my skincare routine, a plot twist emerged courtesy of my eczema medication – a full facial rebellion. And so a fortuitous revisit to an old favourite – Perricone MD, specifically to the long-windedly named: Cold Plasma Plus+ The Intensive Hydrating Complex. Dryness and sensitivity became my every day and not…
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Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base for Men Reviewed
Over the last 16 years, I’ve seen a lot of skincare products come and go. Some have been good, others not so much. But there’s one I keep coming back to – the Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base. It’s been a part of my routine, on and off, for about a decade now. I…
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Medik8 Advanced Night Restore Tried & Tested
Medik8 Advanced Night Restore cream is a luxurious, repairing night cream that contains a ceramide complex, cell repairing peptide, saskatoon berry and dragon fruit extract. It has quickly become one of my favourite moisturisers and is not just something I’ve reviewed and put away, but use everyday as part of my core skincare collection. Its…
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Perricone MD H2 Elemental Energy Serum and Eye Gel
When you’re working with so many products, it’s not often you get repeats. I had until now only two exceptions: Zelens Detox Cleanser (I swear by this) and Clinique All About Eyes Rich. However, before writing this review for Perricone MD Elemental Energy; I am already on my second and third bottle of each. I…