BEAUTY
Summer skin secrets revealed We unlo ck some of the b est insider se crets to prepping and prote c ting skin, from shor tcuts to ma de-to-measure cheats
Face Brush strokes One of the best ways to prep skin for summer is to sweep away dead skin cells. ‘If you want to stimulate your circulation, get skin glowing and get the most out of your skincare, then facial brushes get my vote,’ says skincare expert Frances Prescott. Brushing skin makes your cleanser work harder, your moisturiser go further and increases absorption of intensive hydrating treats like masks. You don’t have to spend a fortune – a manual brush will freshen up skin better than a face cloth. Or try Magnitone First Step Sonic Face Skin Cleansing Brush, £40 – it’s rechargeable and comes with the added  ã É¢ Âã« ã « » èÛ¨ Û to help minimise blemishes and prevent unwanted breakouts.
Tanning tip Get a golden glow. ‘Toner makes skin slightly acidic and self-tan will develop better on an acid, rather than alkaline surface,’ says Frances. Simple Kind to Skin Soothing Facial Toner 200ml, £3 (£1.50/100ml), is an alcohol-free, pH-balanced formulation with chamomile and witch hazel.
Layer it on Layering lotions is a great way to take you from one season to the next. ‘For day, apply a vitamin C cream or serum under an SPF of at least 15,’ says skincare expert Kerry Payne (Omniya. co.uk). ‘Vitamin C is one of the best ingredients for treating and preventing uneven pigmentation and age spots,’ she says. It also boosts radiance. Smooth on Nivea Q10 plus C Anti-Wrinkle + Energy Day Cream 50ml, £10.95 (£21.90/100ml). In the evening, opt for a lighter night cream, but layer it after facial oil or serum. We like Nivea Daily Essentials Urban Skin Detox + 48H Moisture Boost Night Gel Cream 50ml, £7.99 (£15.98/100ml).
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