As you guys know, I’m a big advocate of making eco-friendly swaps where possible, and being conscious of the damage we all do to the planet. However, it contains quite a few essential oils, which are fine and most skins can tolerate without issue, but irritated, sensitised skin with what is likely an impaired skin barrier may be further irritated by these oils. I don’t have time for that especially in the morning, nor have I ever had an issue with a skincare product doing this.

When first using Differin, you should slowly build up to using it to avoid irritI am thinking of booking with the clinic but I am finding it hard to see any independent reviews of their treatments. I love that they show it’s possible to get good, effective skincare that can be planet (and pocket) friendly.

There was a supply issue with one of my items but this was no problem as the seller let me know quickly and generously added an extra item at no charge. This cream is applied to the skin, and can be used as part of your PM skincare routine (if you have one! Catriona has a special interest in medical dermatology and also completed a PhD in psoriasis at King's College London during her training.

Il Makiage products are all cruelty-free and some are vegan – this foundation is one of their vegan products ( check out their FAQs). Didn’t like the part where I had to upload photos of course in the most unflattering positions; but I understand the method to the madness. Fast Absorbing Anti-Ageing Formula: our formula has two weights of hyaluronic acid to help soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, with Vitamin B5 to help keep your skin moisturised.

Lush have many different shampoo bars, but this is the one I always repurchase because it’s meant to be moisturising, but mostly, I just love the scent! As mentioned, I use one pump of product and massage it into the skin with the jade roller, which improves microcirculation at the lymph level. Ingredients to look out for are cica, also referred to as centella asiatica or madecassoside, propolis and oat derivatives. The products I’ve tried I’ve been happy with; I haven’t been disappointed with any of the products I’ve tried, including the brushes.Dermatica is an online dermatologist service who post out prescription skincare after an online consultation.