SOOTHING SKINCARE

Stop stress taking its toll with these calming remedies

- JESS BEECH

Anti-stress skincare

The hormone cortisol spikes when we're feeling overwhelmed, triggering a response that tells our body to send more oxygen, blood and nutrients to our vital organs, but this leaves our skin looking dull and dehydrated. Indë Wild Luminary Eye Concentrate, £30, sephora.co.uk, can help thanks to a smart ingredient that rebalances cortisol for brighter, smoother eyes when you're feeling far from rested.

Pollution protection

When we're out and about, things like car exhaust fumes and UV rays put our complexions under stress, damaging healthy cells. This leads to red, uncomfortable skin at best, and a seriously irritated complexion at worst. Prevent this from happening by shielding your skin from environmental nasties with an antioxidant serum and a high-factor sunscreen, used all year round. You can apply two separate products, but Super Facialist Vitamin C+ Brighten & Defend SPF50+ Serum, £20, Boots, is the perfect two-in-one.