Prep your skin for spring: post-winter skin fixes
The chillier months may well have brought with them a host of skincare evils (particularly central heating, harsh winds and plummeting temperatures) and as Spring approaches, winter has probably left your skin dehydrated, irritated and dull.
Deep exfoliation, hyaluronic acid and anti-oxidising creams are all your friends when it comes to beating the effects of winter-skin. We also recommend ditching the makeup wipes (cleanse with Micellar Water instead) and investing in a good humidifier for your bedroom if you're still blasting the heating. Drinking plenty of water is always a quick win, too.
So, if you've been chapping and cracking with the frost, fear not. Here are our ultimate post-winter-skin saviours to leave skin feeling nourished, plumped and refreshed.
1. Kiehl's Creme de Corps
Best for: Dry, cracked skin that needs some TLC. Seriously rich and indulgent, with not a trace of grease.
Buy it here, £18.
2. Chanel Body Excellence Firming and Rejuvenating Cream
Best for: Anti-ageing and firming lacklustre skin, Parisian style, with a clean, fresh scent that doesn't feel over-fragranced.
Buy it here, £85.
3. Galinée Body Milk
Best for: Jumping on the latest trend in skincare - focusing on your skin's natural pH (it's not just your gut that needs 'good bacteria') with a combination of prebiotics, probiotics and lactic acid, hydrating all the while. Also smells delicious!
Buy it here, £27.90.
4. La Mer The Body Cream
Best for: Breaking the bank for ultimate indulgence that boosts circulation and leaves you with soft, supple skin. It also boasts a unique, delectable and utterly delicate fragrance.
Buy it here, £175.
5. Clarins Moisture Rich Body Cream
Best for: Using orange blossom and peach milk to nourish from the outside-in, while visibly fighting signs of ageing.
Buy it here, £31.