Friday, 11 September 2009

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Get sexy skin without surgery

Brighten up your complexion with hydroxy acids

Alex Curran has gorgeous skin

Alex Curran is said to be a fan of microdermabrasion, but the treatment can leave skin red and irritated.

Surgery-free secret

Microdermabrasion uses refined crystals to polish the skin – but according to Sally Penford of the International Dermal Institute, DIY exfoliants can be enough to encourage healthy skin renewal.

‘The buffing action leaves skin with a smooth finish, which means that moisturisers sink in better,’ says Sally. ‘Add a radiance cream and you’re ready to glow.’  

Youthful skin boosters

Dermalogica Daily Resurfacer is a leave-on treatment with hydroxy acids to smooth skin.

Pick-me-up in a bottle Matis Radiance Revealing Serum combines a gentle exfoliator with protective antioxidants.

Anti-ageing moisturiser Philosophy Divine Illumination has light-diffusing pigments to give a showgirl shimmer.

Dermalogica Daily Resurfacer, £44, available from pure-beauty.co.uk

Matis Radiance Revealing Serum, £33.95, available from matisbeauty.co.uk

Philosophy Divine Illumination, £68, available mid September at qvcuk.com