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Sḵwálwen Botanicals – Changing the Face of Skincare
Add these serums and creams to your everyday routine for plump, radiant skin
Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule naturally created by our bodies, and boasting the ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, which is why it helps keep skin so hydrated. As we age, it’s important to use high quality products to retain moisture and elasticity, while also reducing inflammation.
Explore some of our top picks and start using on the daily
Keep your skin strong and healthy with this top-rated serum by Kiehl’s. It’s also fortified with adaptogenic herbal complex, which includes red ginseng root, holy basil and schisandra berry, protecting you from anti-aging pollutants and improving texture. Available online
We love Glossier’s Super Bounce serum because it gives you instantly soft skin and long lasting results. Apply three to four drops on your hands and gently press it around the face and neck. It’s great for all skin types, and highly recommended if your skin has been feeling extra dry.Available online
First Aid Beauty’s daily serum has a number of key ingredients that we love. Besides powerful hyaluronic acid, it also contains aloe, collagen and colloidal oatmeal, all of which work to soothe and firm the appearance of skin. It’s also dermatologist-tested, nut-free, gluten-free and lightweight. Available online
This formula offers lasting hydration thanks to three types of hyaluronic acid at different molecular sizes, as well as vitamin B5. Use a few drops on the face in the morning and evening, before applying your daily creams. You will notice this product is a little sticky at first blush, but try remain consistent and you’ll see great results. Available online
Gel serums always feel extra hydrating on the skin, and these drops by Mario Badescu are sure to be a guaranteed hit. The contents of this little bottle are oil-free, and we love how lightweight the blend is on the face. Apply a few drops before using your everyday cream, and get ready to embrace that healthy dewiness. Available online
Glow Recipe’s serum has become a cult favourite. It’s made with three types of plums, including the Kakadu which contains 100 times the vitamin C of an orange. It’s also packed with five weights of hyaluronic acid, so we’re not joking when we say this delivers intense hydration. Plus it’s lightweight, oil-free, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Available online
This little bottle of wonder is entirely water-activated and contains zero preservatives. It absorbs into the skin quickly, and does not appear oily at all. Use it twice a day for incredibly moisturizing results. Available online
A cult favourite, Evalina Beauty’s Dew Beauty Benefit Cream is a multi-tasking powerhouse that not only provides natural, sheer coverage, but is a highly blendable product and—with the power of hyaluronic acid—it works to hydrate and prep the skin to help with overall texture.Available online
This find is literally like drenching your skin in water. Infused with a 75 percent complex of hyaluronic acid and silk proteins, this quality formula goes a long way. It’s lightweight, dries on completely smooth, and gives the face a more youthful appearance. Available online
Neutrogena’s serum provides weightless hydration for 24 hours, and we love that it comes at such an affordable price. It also includes glycerin and provitamin B5 to keep skin nourished. Available online
This award-winning toning mist keeps moisture locked in throughout the day, and we love that it can also be used as a makeup setting and refreshing spray. Not to mention, it reduces the appearance of fine lines, is vegan, non-toxic, gluten-free and eco-friendly. Available online
We love the super soft texture of this moisturizing cream that has a bunch of natural goodies inside such as kale, spinach, green tea, alfalfa and vitamins. All of the ingredients are 100 percent vegan, and the packaging is recyclable too. Great for your skin and the planet. That’s what we call a winning formula. Available online
Vichy’s skin boosting serum not only delivers long lasting hydration, but also protects your skin against weather changes, stress and pollution. It’s oil-free, doesn’t feel greasy, and is a great option for all skin types. Available online