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From a hydrating and firming SPF to a cooling gel face mask and a no-budge waterproof mascara for beach days, these are the must-have products we’re adding to our summer beauty bag …
1 A multitasking skin pep-up for maximum hydration
One single pot that delivers multiple benefits? Yes, the new PERRICONE MD COLD PLASMA PLUS+ COOLING GEL FACE MASK is going straight into our travel bag. Whether we’re at home or abroad, this time of year can feel muggy and close, and this cooling gel face mask is instantly refreshing and energising, giving skin an immediate hit of intensive hydration. It helps to protect the moisture barrier, fight visible collagen depletion and improve the look and feel of skin firmness.
Cold Plasma Plus+ is a cult bestseller that has been reformulated into a far more powerful formulation, featuring several powerhouse ingredients such as peptides and omegas 3, 6 and 9. This means you’ll notice not only immediately more smooth, firm and supple skin, but also better texture and tone. Clinical studies showed significant improvements (after four weeks of use): 90 per cent improvement in skin hydration, brightness and radiance, and 96 per cent improvement in skin texture. No wonder the before and after photos from Perricone MD’s clinical tests of this ultra-refreshing skincare make us want to drench our faces in it: with its cutting-edge liquid crystal delivery system, the Intensive Gel Face Mask delivers the perfect way to unmask hydrated skin in 15 minutes.
Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ Cooling Gel Face Mask, €96; www.perriconemd.co.uk.
2 A powerful SPF to correct, prevent and protect
We need a reliable SPF every day at this time of year, and PERRICONE MD COLD PLASMA PLUS+ DAILY DEFENSE MOISTURISER HIGH PROTECTION SPF35 is an instant way to power up our protection. The perfect size for every travel bag, this is the SPF we’re all searching for: hydrating, firming, non-greasy and lightweight, Daily Defense is designed to treat and protect skin at the same time. As a mineral-based sunscreen, it provides a reliable shield against dryness and sun damage as well as helping to correct dark spots.
Clinical studies show that this moisturiser with mineral-based broad spectrum protection improves the skin’s hydration, texture and tone (after eight weeks’ use). Testers also saw a reduction in wrinkles and significant improvement in skin radiance and brightness, leaving skin more radiant, healthy-looking and smooth. Daily Defense joins the excellent Perricone MD range of sun protection: there are also tinted options, brightening SPFs with Vitamin C Ester, and a richer rejuvenating moisturiser with SPF25 for extreme nourishment.
Perricone MD Cold Plasma Plus+ Daily Defense Moisturiser SPF35, €87; www.perriconemd.co.uk.
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3 A waterproof mascara for sunny days (and more) …
Does your mascara stand up to summer demands? EYEKO BEACH WATERPROOF MASCARA is an excellent option from mascara experts Eyeko London, founded in 1999. Eyeko is best known for lasting waterproof formulas in a neat, beach bag-friendly, waste-free tube. Best for sunny days and holidays is this Beach Mascara (€24), with its stay-put waterproof formula constantly garnering five-star reviews. Your lashes will be lengthened, curled and conditioned with this vegan, cruelty-free formula.
Eyeko Beach Waterproof Mascara, €24; www.eyeko.co.uk.
TOP TIP: Also add to basket Eyeko’s Eyelash Curler, the handiest tool to have in your summer beauty bag – it’s the quickest way to uplift your lashes. And there aren’t many lifelong beauty investments you can bag for just €13.
Eyeko Eyelash Curler, €13; www.eyeko.co.uk.
And we’re investing in the Eyeko Black Magic Liquid Eyeliner (€14) to practise our winged eyeliner in time for autumn … We never knew this liner contained a tripeptide blend that encourages lash growth (for up to three times the length and volume in just over two weeks) – and now we’re hooked.
Eyeko Black Magic Liquid Eyeliner, €14; www.eyeko.co.uk.
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4 Cooling eye masks to refresh your eyes
We want to look less tired, more awake and energised, even if we don’t quite feel it, especially when travelling, having late nights or spending too long on screens. The new ESPA ISOTONIC HYDRA GEL EYE MASKS are a quick and easy way to instantly hydrate, cool and depuff the fragile eye area. With tweezers included to ensure seamless application, the fast-acting Isotonic Hydra Gel Eye Masks are transparent, so you can easily wear them on a plane or at your desk when working from home. Soothing and hydrating, boosted with antioxidant Spirulina, energising Taurine (from red algae) and illuminating Snow Mushroom, they leave the skin around the eyes looking visibly brighter, with fine dehydration lines around the eyes appearing softened. Fragrance free, the eye masks are made from 98 per cent natural ingredients. An instant pick-me-up.
ESPA Isotonic Hydra Gel Eye Masks, €46, at www.espaskincare.com.
5 A capable cleanser to take it all off
When we’re using sun protection in the summer, as well as make-up, it’s all the more important to remove everything thoroughly. We’re using ESPA OPTIMAL SKIN CLEANSING OIL, a gentle oil-to-milk cleanser, to melt away make-up, sunscreen and even waterproof mascara. It leaves skin feeling hydrated, nourished and radiant. That’s due to antioxidant- and omega-rich natural oils such as grapeseed, pumpkin seed, apricot and green coffee seed. ESPA’s myrtle and olive antioxidant complex also helps to seal in moisture. And the gorgeous natural scent of sweet orange, neroli and bergamot helps to make this a beautiful and restful part of your daily routine.
All packed and ready to go …
ESPA Optimal Skin Cleansing Oil, €29.95; www.espaskincare.com.
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