by Annie Vischer & Krista Madden
Whether you’re the victim of the harsh cold winds of winter, the dehydrating office heating or not drinking enough water (in which case you deserve a little slap on the wrist), most of us seem to be in dire need of a good serum right now. But don’t panic too much. As ever we’re on hand with our list of the best…
For those who want the benefits of a serum but are keen to avoid a little added shine during the day, Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate 30ml (£36.00) is exactly what you need. It’s enriched with squalane, evening primrose oil, omega-6 fatty acids and essential oils, works on skin during the night – the time when skin best takes on nutrients in case you didn’t know – so you can wake up with glowing skin the morning after. And who doesn’t want that?
The Clarins Double Serum Complete Age Control Concentrate 30ml (£55.00) is a serum that you can feel feel instant hydration from, it feels lovely when applying and is slippery enough to give yourself a good facial massage with. When you massage your face you are stimulating your blood flow which is good for anti ageing. Use this serum if your skin feels dry and tired, you will start to see results pretty quickly.
For anti ageing properties, Healgel Face 50ml (£48.00) is the new kid on the block but it’s already winning a host of fans. It combines a three part hyaluronic acid complex with omega oils to restore elasticity and plump. Love the packaging and this is great for travel.
Lancome Advanced Genefique 30ml (£59.00) is one of the most popular serums out there, because it genuinely works and having used it myself I can say I have seen my skin improve when I have used it. It evens out lines and gives a good dose of radiance whatever your age, ethnicity or skin type. It’s surrounded by patents so you’re unlikely to get anything out there that will give you quite the same results, and believe us those results are noticeable.
Shu Uemura TSUYA Skin Youthful Radiance Generator (£68.00) always seem to be light years ahead of everyone when it comes to skincare technology, and this serum is no exception. It’s pricey but worth the spend.