The Swedish biological scientist who created this serum wanted to create a microbiome-focused product to help balance the microbes that contribute to acne, psoriasis, eczema, and other inflammatory conditions. Contains only 12 ingredients: the main ones are hydrolytic enzymes (to "destroy" the bacteria in the skin so that the natural microbiota is healthy and rich), hyaluronic acid, collagen and peptides. Marketed as gender-neutral (although I'm arguing that it is for every product here), the brand claims to eliminate the need for any other moisturizer, toner, or serum other than sunscreen. £97 for 30ml; Life
OTO Radiance Treatment 7 days
If your skin loves oil, here's a reboot for you: a homemade facial targeted at stressed skin that looks dull and tired. The twice daily ampoule contains CBD, hyaluronic acid, nourishing squalane oil and frankincense essential oil (a powerful anti-inflammatory) to nourish, rejuvenate and rejuvenate stressed skin. £99 for 14 bulbs; www.otocbd.com
Chantecaille Revitalizing mask with jasmine and lily
"This new targeted treatment is designed to rebalance and hydrate even the most sensitive skin," says brand founder Claire Hopkins. “The formula contains a combination of three types of ceramides, cholesterol (another main ingredient that forms the 'patches') and another unusual ingredient, phytosphingosine. It stimulates the top layer of skin to produce more ceramides, so the skin is better protected. Also contains tiger grass and soothing oats to reduce redness or itching. Hopkins recommends it for anyone prone to redness, dryness, or rashes. or those with oily sensitive skin £33 for 30ml; balanceme.com
Kaeā Hunter is a universal SOS balm.
It truly is a balm for everything, maybe even the soul – and the calming aroma of classic sweet human honey will take care of that. I use it for chapped lips, rough elbows, mild dermatitis on my hands and minor sores around the mouth that little kids get in the winter. It can also be used after shaving or in strong winds. The main ingredient is UMF 15+ antibacterial Manuka honey from Tahi on the coast of New Zealand, rich in essential fatty acids such as kawakawa leaf extract and harakeke seed oil. £95 for 30ml; www.kaeaskincare.com
Trail Wild Beauty protective face oil
For retinol lovers who can't get rid of the acid completely in the winter, simple bakuchiol is an alternative. The key ingredients in this face oil include hemp oil, wild sorrel (from Welsh Rug Estate), vitamin C-rich pomegranate oil and jojoba oil, which help reduce inflammation and control sebum production. £80 for 30ml; rhug.co.uk