Anti-pollution skincare is crucial for anyone living in the city —in fact, “it’s way more important than sunscreen,” says Dr. Barbara Sturm. Particulate matter from urban smog penetrates deep into skin layers to accelerate cell deterioration, premature aging, hyperpigmentation, dehydration and inflammation. Add to this the HEV light pollution from computers and phone screens that weaken the skin’s surface, and it’s no wonder our skin needs help. While it’s impossible to avoid smog and technology in modern life, targeted anti-pollution skincare will help shield your skin from these urban elements. Ahead, we’ve rounded up our favourites.
Oskia CityLife Concentrate Intense Anti-Pollution Defence Booster
Net-a-porter.com 售價港幣912元。
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It’s said that the scientists at Oskia spent two years perfecting this formula. Clinically proven to protect up to 98 percent of particulate pollution, the CityLife serum can be mixed with your skincare products for a boost of protective ingredients such as Vitamins C and E, Co-enzyme Q10, Niacinamide and Malachite extract.
HK$912; available at net-a-porter.com.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Anti-Pollution Drops
Net-a-porter.com 售價港幣879元。
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Dr. Barbara Sturm can do no wrong and her new Anti-Pollution Drops is a potent, antioxidant-based formula that not only works, but wears beautifully. Marine microbe extracts from French Polynesia neutralise heavy metals and reverse pollution-caused signs of ageing, and extract of radish root promotes a clear complexion. It’s a thin liquid formula that mixes well with other products.
HK$879; available at net-a-porter.com.
Chantecaille Anti-Pollution Mattifying Cream
For anyone who lives in a humid city, Chantecaille’s Anti-Pollution Mattifying Cream has a beautiful light texture that will keep your complexion clear and comfortably shine-free all day. Its formula not only smooths over pores like a primer, but also protects against the urban toxins that create blackheads and premature ageing.
HK$780; available at net-a-porter.com.
By Terry Detoxilyn City Serum
Lane Crawford 售價港幣1,210元。
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A multi-shield formula that brightens, detoxifies and protects. By Terry’s anti-pollution serum is formulated with Alpine Rose Native Cells, acerola extract and heptapeptide to shield and fortify your skin’s natural defenses against daily environmental stressors. It has a silky texture and improves the performance of products applied after it.
HK$1,210; available at Lane Crawford.
Natura Bissé Diamond Cocoon Skin Booster
Net-a-porter.com 售價港幣1,875元。
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Mix this prebiotic concentrate with your favourite serum or moisturiser to create a protective “cocoon” against blue light and pollution. The antioxidant-rich formula also reinforces the cutaneous barrier to help bring new cells to the surface, recovering the complexion’s natural luminosity while shielding it.
HK$1,875; available at net-a-porter.com.
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