A fresh start for your skincare regime From innovative skin tonics and body oils that contain precious metals to fast-acting facials, spring’s new beauty launches will ensure you look and feel fantastic from head to toe. Here is our pick of the top new treatments and smartest buys to try.
SKIN-SAVING FACIALS If you want bright, toned skin with a natural healthy flush try one of these new facials. These resultsdriven salon treatments may not be the most relaxing but you will see long-lasting results and a natural glow. - Hydraheal is a new skin-repairing treatment which combines powerful peptides, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants and LED red light along with deep cleansing, exfoliation and extraction. For optimum results a course of six treatments is recommended but after one your skin will feel firm, plump and radiant. From £230 (020 7486 3849). If you want bright, toned skin with a natural healthy flush try one of these new facials
- A favourite with Sadie Frost, the new Comcit facial uses a combination of therapies including micro-rollering, plant stem cells and microdermabrasion to turn back the clock. The 60-minute treatment encourages collagen production at a cellular level. You’ll see firmer, plumper skin after one treatment but for best results a course of six is recommended. From £90. - The Ellipse Nordlys Laser Facial is a new 30-minute treatment which targets pigmentation, age spots, spider veins and blemishes. You may experience some redness afterwards but it can be easily covered with make-up. From £150
WRINKLE SMOOTHERS This season sees the launch of a number of excellent hi-tech treatments that aim to smooth wrinkles and tighten skin with minimum recovery time needed. - ThermiTight is a new non-surgical, skin-tightening treatment which is launching next month. Designed to combat loose skin on the neck, arms, stomach and thighs it uses radio frequency energy which is delivered via tiny probes inserted under the skin. A favourite with Sadie Frost, the new Comcit facial
The probes heat up the tissue to stimulate collagen production, counteracting sagging. Results are immediate but improve over time as new collagen is formed. From £2,000 (01494 876 990). - NeoGen Plasma Skin Regeneration is the latest advance in skin resurfacing. It uses plasma energy instead of a laser to resurface the skin, meaning there is less bruising and discomfort. The treatment is even suitable for the delicate skin around the eyes and lips. The procedure can be adjusted according to skin condition and can treat everything from wrinkles, loose skin, enlarged pores and skin discolouration in one session. You will need between three and seven days’ recovery time depending on the strength of the treatment. From £300
SUPER SKINCARE From skin brighteners to tighteners these new complexion saviours can tackle everything from a lack of hydration to crow’s feet. - The Body Shop Oils Of Life Twin-Ball Facial Massager, £16 Without proper stimulation facial muscles are prone to sagging. Regular massage can Turn your favourite daily moisturiser into a counteract this, toning and tightening while boosting circulation. Over time, gradual self-tanner by adding a couple of massage can help to stimulate collagen production, giving the face a fresh drops of this youthful appearance. Apply your favourite facial oil and use this clever massager on skin daily for a glowing complexion. - Autograph Tan Gradual Glow Boosting Droplets Serum, £12.50 Turn your favourite daily moisturiser into a gradual selftanner by adding a couple of drops of this serum. Use every morning to build up a soft, natural streak-free glow. - Sjal Mineral Kalla Energy Tonic, £47 This Swedish skincare tonic contains gold and silver along with Siberian ginseng to heal and tone skin. Spritz on to the face after cleansing and before applying serum or moisturiser. - Prismologie Ruby & Cedarwood Dry Body Oil, £40 (prismologie.com) Treat yourself to this luxurious new body oil which contains powdered rubies and argan oil to boost collagen levels and increase skin elasticity. - DNA Eye Renewal, £44 This hi-tech eye cream was developed by Dr Ronald Moy, a research scientist and dermatologist. It contains plumping hyaluronic acid and matrixyl to combat crow’s feet and dark circles.
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MAKE-UP MARVELS - Hylamide HA Blur, £18 This cream uses hyaluronic acid powder to hydrate and plump skin while minimising pores. Mix with foundation for a flawless finish. - Bourjois City Radiance Foundation, £9.99 Protect your complexion from pollution with this clever foundation which helps prevent carbon particles damaging skin. It contains an SPF30 UV screen and radiance boosting pigments. - Pur Browder, £16 Update your brows with this shaping powder. It is infused with fibres that adhere to brow hair, helping fill in over-plucked areas.