As the cooler weather cools down, it can wreak havoc on our skin, so now is a good time to stock up on your skincare arsenal. For all the essentials, look no further than Boots The Ordinary The Hydrate & Brighten Set, currently marked down to £29 from £59.30.
In this set, you’ll find a cleanser, exfoliating toner, moisturizing serum, eye serum and moisturizer to cover most skin care needs for the face. The cleanser, to remove make-up, dirt and other impurities, contains squalane, a moisturizing ingredient that softens your skin as you cleanse. Meanwhile, the exfoliating toner, powered by glycolic acid, will give your skin a healthy glow after exfoliation and help even out your skin tone.
Even better, The Ordinary hydrating serum is packed with hyaluronic acid, a revelation in hydration and plumpness that stands the test of time. The separate eye serum, rich in caffeine, is fantastic for reducing puffiness around the eyes.
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For the final glow, apply the hyaluronic acid-infused moisturizer for long-lasting softness and suppleness.
From 49 reviews, Hydrate & Brighten Set has an average rating of 4.8/5. Even at the full price of nearly £60, customers are raving about its value. “I thought it was such good value for money with five full-size products in there,” said one five-star review. “I really like the cleanser. I didn’t think it would remove all my makeup but it did! The moisturizer was also lovely but not too light or heavy and a little goes a long way. Great gift for a friend or yourself!”
“This is a great little set from The Ordinary,” added another happy customer. “The cleanser was amazing at removing makeup and left my skin feeling very clean without drying out. The caffeine solution made my skin look brighter and fresher while the hyaluronic acid left my skin feeling really fresh.”
As is often the case with skin care products, however, some customers have not quite gotten the results they were hoping for. A four star review said: “After a couple of weeks of using this my skin felt much smoother but unfortunately I also had some blemishes so I’ve now stopped using it. Definitely more to do with my skin type than the set which I would recommend anyway.”
Your mileage may also vary with each element of the set, as noted by this four-star review: “I personally didn’t get on with the AHA toner – I found it left a warm tingling sensation on my skin. I also thought it was a little crazy to have so many different lotions and potions to put on.”
If you’re not convinced about The Ordinary set, there’s no shortage of options. Currently you can pick up the highly rated Bondi Sands Clearer Skin Pack for just £33. If you’re stocking up on Christmas gifts early, there’s outstanding value and a nice presentation box available with Beauty Bay’s £50 Birthday Box.
