Friday, 17 November 2006

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Skin-smoothing kits

Feel the peel in the comfort of your own home...

On test Boots No7 Advanced Renewal Anti-Ageing Glycolic Peel, £11; and Lancôme Resurface Peel Kit, £104.

Charmian’s verdict ‘I’d never be able to afford a course of face peels in a salon, so I was happy to give the at-home versions a go. The kits I tested only have a small amount of glycolic acid in them, but after use my skin was smoother and looked much brighter. You have to remember to use an SPF15 face cream with the at-home face peel system.’

DIY vs PSE (Pay Someone Else)? ‘If you have deep facial lines, acne scars or pigmentation you should opt for a salon face peel. Otherwise, save money and use an at-home treatment.’