CHEMICAL exfoliants, which slough away dead skin cells without the need for messy scrubs, are a quick fix for dry, dull skin at this time of year. This week, I test three pre-loaded peel pads. 4 dsf Credit: Supplied Budget No7 Glycolic Exfoliating Pads, £24.
95 for 60, boots.com – I often find glycolic irritates my skin as it’s too strong an acid. But miraculously that wasn’t the case with these pads, thanks to the buffering ingredients of hydrating glycerin alongside soothing panthenol and allantoin.
So much so, I barely noticed an improvement in the texture of my skin. If you’re extremely sensitive, they’re a good gentle option, but I want something that packs more of a punch. READ MORE ON BEAUTY PICTURE PERFECT Beauty experts share the top 11 products to contour your face Mid-range 4 df Credit: Supplied Murad Retexturising Body Face Pads, £49 for 45, murad.
co.uk – I trust this skincare brand the most. I have loved every product I’ve tried, so much so that I’m even confident recommending those I’ve not used, so the bar was high for these pads.
I like that they’re big enough for my face and body, as I have a patch of chicken skin on the back of my arm which needs attention. With azelaic acid and witch hazel, they’re also great for reducing and preventing spots – they’re definitely my favourite of the three. Most read in Fabulous STEPPING OUT Rarely-seen 80s movie star is unrecognisable on NYC walk after shunning fame MOLLY'S DIS-MAE Molly-Mae admit.