Do your skin a favour with these luxurious beauty boosts. Our six picks are the perfect antidote to pre-wedding stress, as well as reducing the impact of pollution, central heating and cold weather. Best of all, they can be applied overnight to give your face a gentle workout while you catch up on beauty sleep
Skin is very susceptible when the seasons change – as cold winds and central heating take their toll. Of course, bridal stress can wreak havoc at any time of year, as can the stresses and strains of a super-busy schedule. These overnight skin workouts – oils, serums and gels – are gentle and lovely to apply. They also do the hard work of restoring your natural glow while you sleep.
Heaven Skincare – Dulcis Dream Oil Serum
Heaven Skincare is earning itself some high-profile fans and this clever Dream Oil Serum is not only designed for all skin types (even sensitive or eczema-prone skins), but also contains soothing oils to help you sleep. A little goes a very long way as it’s recommended to combine one or two drops to your usual night-time face cream. heavenskincare.com
Decléor Paris – Hydra Floral White Petal Sleeping Mask
Applied two or three times a week after cleansing, this B3-infused gel from Decléor Paris will plump and soothe while you sleep. It’s great for combating pollution and restoring tone and is perfect if you prefer a lightweight and non oil-based overnight soother. £34. decleor.co.uk
Essentialle – Revival Nectar Nourishing Face Oil
Essentialle’s oils feel great to apply, and this one helps to revive lacklustre or winter-ravaged skin. Simply massage three or four drops onto your face after cleansing. Other varieties in the same range are formulated for combination and mature skins. £45. essentialle.com
Living Nature – Radiance Night Oil
With a formula that includes organic rosehip, carrot and calendula oils, this collagen-boosting overnight serum is a huge favourite in New Zealand. It’s great for combating the effects of sun exposure, as well as pollution and cold or drying winds. £46. loveorganicscompany.co.uk
Elizabeth Arden – Eight Hour Cream All-Over Miracle Oil
Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream has long been a go-to among beauty professionals because of its ability to soothe everything from sore lips and chapped hands to dry patches caused by changes in temperature. This addition to the range contains Tsubaki oil and delivers an intensive boost of moisture. It’s also great for hair and nails, making it a useful multitasker for honeymoon. £29. elizabetharden.co.uk
Bea Skin Care – 2% Retinol Serum with Vitamin E
Bea Skin Care has been created by a Harley Street skin specialist and this power-packed oil from its Advanced System range delivers retinol, alongside vitamin E. It works to restore texture and elasticity, as well as helping to iron out blemishes and imperfections. It can be used under your normal night-time moisturiser. bea-skincare.com
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