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November 2015 | the ALTERNATIVE issue

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BEAUTY

BEAUTY PRODUCTS

BEAUTY PRODUCTS: Serum Special All parts are not created equal when it comes to skincare; areas of your routine require more of your time, effort and investment. Serums should be right up there as a priority. These super charged products allow for key ingredients to penetrate deeper and target specific concerns and conditions.

BEST FOR SCARRING:

S5 Skincare Replenish Serum

This hi tech serum is great for treating scarring or dry patches. Add a few drops to your moisturiser during winter months. Oils of Sea Buckthorn, Pomegranate and Rosehip mean that this product is packed full of omegas and antioxidants - yes, get excited! £44 - www.s5skincare.com

BEST FOR HYDRATION:

Perricone MD Chia Serum

You’re probably use to sprinkling this in your smoothie but why stop there!? Jumping on the chia bandwagon this serum uses the beneficial fatty acids found in chia and infuses it with a cocktail of vitamins. This is a lightweight serum that your skin will just drink up and quickly absorb delivering lots of hydration to your skin.

BEST FOR ANTI AGEING:

Skin Ceuticals C E Ferulic

A respected, potent serum that will help defend your skin during the day against free radicals. This serum combines 15% vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), vitamin E and Ferulic acid. Avoid if your skin is sensitive or you suffer from rosacea as this product does pack a punch! does pack a punch! £104 - www.skinceuticals.com

£62 - www.perriconemd.co.uk

BEST FOR SENSITIVE SKIN:

BEST FOR CONGESTED SKIN:

If you are a fan of this brand then this serum looks to sculpt and contour the face and neck. The refreshing gel gives an instant tightening feel and awakens a more youthful definition. Strong jawline selfie alert!

For skin that is prone to irritation and redness, this thin water based serum could offer the calming solution you need with several anti-inflammatory ingredients. It also has a gorgeous, delicate, subtle smell.

A cooling and calming gel that has antibacterial properties and aims to reduce angry, inflamed skin. Great for treating existing blemishes and to prevent future breakouts on skin types prone to congestion.

£240 - www.cremedelamer.co.uk

£55 - www.darphin.com

£16 - www.balanceme.co.uk

BEST FOR REPAIR:

BEST FOR MATURE SKIN:

Prep your skin ahead of seasonal changes with this enriched serum to repair and strengthen your skin. If your skin becomes temperamental and dry during the harsh winter months, with bitter winds and central heating, your skin needs lots of TLC. This one is for you!

One half of the range Origins has designed for the over 50s to quench dried out skin and brings back luminosity. This oil infused serum delivers a creamy moisture deep in to the skin. It absorbs quickly leaving a dewy complexion.

£52 - www.thalgo.co.uk

£60 - www.origins.com

BEST FOR LIFTING & SCULPTING:

Creme de la Mer The Lifting Contour Serum

THE ALL ROUND WINNER:

Sisley Sisleya Radiance Anti-Ageing Concentrate

A real splurge product for those that want true indulgence and luxury. This does contain the wonder product retinol (Vitamin A) which will boost cellular renewal and it will also help diminish brown spots due to hyperpigmentation. Dreamy, velvety application on the skin.

Darphin Intral Redness Relief Soothing Serum

Thalgo Bio-Repair Serum

Balance Me Congested Skin Serum

Origins Three Part Harmony Serum

£339 - www.sisley-paris.com

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