SWEDEN
When you think of Scandi cool, you think
minimal, functional and natural, and that’s
pretty much the best way to describe their
approach to skin care. Famed for potent plant-
based formulas, Swedish skin care works hard
to protect and strengthen the skin during the
country’s impressively cold winters and balmy
summers. Home grown Swedish brand VERSO
Skincare are best known for their derivative of
Vitamin A called Retinol 8 Complex that claims
to be eight times more effective than Retinol
while managing to be half as irritating for the
skin. If you’re new to the ingredient, this is a
great place to start. Add to your shopping list…
the Super Facial Serum
JAPAN
With sun damage and pollution protection high
on their list of skin care essentials, the Japanese
approach is more about prevention than cure,
with a focus on products that you can truly
commit to. Long-time J-Beauty favourite
SENSAI rely on key luxurious ingredient
Koishimaru Silk, a natural fibre high in protein
which has the ability to stimulate the produc-
tion of Hyaluronic Acid within the skin, to
keep the complexion free of fine lines, dehydra-
tion and signs of stress. Add to your shopping
list… Absolute Silk Micro Mousse Treatment
U.S.A. KOREA
Home of the dermatologist-founded skin care
brand, America has an amazing reputation when
it comes to doctor-approved formulas that can
easily make the transition from the clinic to
your bathroom cabinet. After struggling with
childhood eczema, Epionce founder Dr Carl
Thornfeldt decided to take matters into his own
hands and create a range of topical skin healers
that effectively address redness, irritation and,
most importantly, a damaged skin barrier which
he believes is the secret to maintaining a healthy
complexion. Add to your shopping list… Ultra
Shield Lotion SPF50 If you haven’t heard about the Korean ten-step
beauty routine, we’re not sure where you’ve
been, but this extensive approach to loving and
pampering your skin every day has introduced
beauty consumers in the west to exciting new
products like sheet masks, powder exfoliators
and essences. If you still haven’t tried any of
Korea’s super-hyped brands, try Klairs. Made
of powerful yet mildly formulated products,
they make cleansing and moisturising your skin
every day feel more like a treat than a necessity.
Add to your shopping list… Freshly Juiced
Vitamin Drop
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