NeoStrata was founded almost 50 years ago by Dr Van Scott and Dr Ruey Yu, who have long been recognised as the inventors and founders of alpha and poly hydroxy acid technology (AHAs and PHAs). They are the internationally acclaimed authorities in the development and dermatological use of AHAs and PHAs which is why we are so excited about this latest launch.

The new NeoStrata Skin Active Hyaluronic Luminous Lift is a lightweight luxurious gel cream that plumps and hydrates while leaving the skin looking more luminous.

VOLUME is achieved using three types of Hyaluronic Acid:

Most serums use only one form of hyaluronic acid, which won't achieve definitive long-term results. Luminous Lift incorporates a mix of the three primary types.

• Lower-weight molecules dive deep down, addressing fine lines, wrinkles, and skin elasticity. These molecules help create healthy, happy skin in the long-term.
• Medium-weight molecules help you retain moisture slightly below the skin’s barrier.
• Higher-weight molecules are much larger and won’t penetrate the skin deeply, meaning they stay on the skin’s surface. They make skin look super-hydrated and plump and help the outer skin layer hold on to the moisture it already has in the short-term, offering an immediate plumped effect.

The net effect is skin that looks and feels great instantly, while providing long-term healthier and younger-looking skin.

LUMINOSITY is achieved with a powerful NeoGlucosamine and Lactic Acid Complex:

A next generation active, NeoGlucosamine is one of the main building blocks of hyaluronic acid, known to increase hyaluronic acid production in the dermis, giving you plumper and firmer skin. NeoGlocosamine also works to inhibit melanin production, so it improves the look of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, giving you an overall more even skin tone.

Add to this 3% Lactic Acid (AHA) which gently exfoliates the skin and encourages cell turnover. Now you have a powerful Complex that improves skin tone and texture, and leaves skin looking more luminous.

Does it work?

In trials, the results were exceptional. After only 4 weeks of twice daily use:

• 97% of subjects noted their skin was less dry/dehydrated.
• 97% of subjects noted their skin feels softer, more supple.
• 94% of subjects noted their skin was brighter/more luminous, tone/colour was more even.
• 94% of subjects noted their skin was plumper, texture was smoother.

After 6 weeks of twice daily use:

• 97% of subjects noted their skin looked radiant.
• 97% of subjects noted their fine lines were less visible.
• 94% of subjects noted their wrinkles were less visible.

The details:

This product is perfect for anyone seeking hydration with plumping and skin discolouration benefits in a lightweight gel cream formula.  It’s non-comedogenic, fragrance-free and formulated for all skin tones.

NeoStrata Skin Active Hyaluronic Luminous Lift 50ml retails at €78.95 and is available from leading pharmacies nationwide and from www.neostrata.ie.

Let me start this off by saying, I’m a very pale person. Like, looks blue under certain kinds of light kind of pale. Turns purple in the cold kind of pale. Has never had a tan in my life kind of pale.

I have made my peace with this. Having attempted far too many times to get a tan – and failing miserably – it was time to accept that I just had to look after my skin more than some others do. Not that we all shouldn’t be wearing massive amounts of sunscreen anyway.

But once I accepted that, I started to do a little research into sun care and skin care. I have pretty oily skin, so wearing a face sunscreen has always been a bone of contention with me. It makes my face doubly shiny and if I want to wear any makeup on top of it, it ends up halfway down my face an hour later.

So I booked a meeting with a dermatologist to address some skin problems I was having and while there I also asked her about sun care. And she completely changed my relationship with my face and its sun care routine.

She showed me under this special light all of the sun damage that was on my face and in the dermal layers below the surface. My skin is very fair, but all that means is that mine shows up more clearly on the surface than it would of someone more tanned or more sallow. But believe me, if you’re not wearing sunscreen everyday, that damage is there. And it’s scary to see. Because those are the spots that are going to age dramatically.

I would honestly recommend everyone check out the damage the UV rays are doing – you will never leave sunscreen out of your routine again. Because I have oily skin, I was apprehensive about incorporating it, but there are so many amazing brands out there now that accommodate for every skin type.

Vichy’s Capital Soleil UV Age Daily SPF50 is a product I’ve heard people raving about. This is truly a new hero for Vichy as it’s a very high broad spectrum UVA and UVB sunscreen.

More than 80% of skin ageing signs are caused by daily UV rays and pollution. Capital Soleil UV Age Daily is an advanced high protection facial SPF50+ with a water fluid texture that helps protect the skin from the damages of UV radiation and pollution whilst targeting existing signs of photo-ageing.

And what’s more, is it’s enriched with powerful dermatological-actives: Peptides, Niacinamide and Vitamin E combined with multi-patented Netlock technology, protecting the skin and helping to correct UV-induced wrinkles and dark spots, while strengthening the skin’s defense barrier function.

Sunscreens like the Capital Soleil UV Age Daily SPF50+ are the essential final necessary step in your daily skincare routine, all year round – not just summer. The lightweight, breathable texture combined with advanced suncare technology provides uniform invisible coverage, that leaves no white cast or tacky finish, meaning it’s just as easy as wearing your moisturiser each day. It’s all about getting into the habit to save your skin form damage further on down the line.

Vichy's Capital Soleil UV Age Daily SPF50+ is available now in local pharmacies nationwide, including Meaghers & Mccabes for €22.