Hydration Heroes

Hydrating skincare can come in many forms, from a plumping moisturiser or refreshing essence, to a cooling serum or rich mask. All giving your skin that big drink of water it craves.

As we enter the height of summer and the heat rises, sometimes our skin needs a little helping hand to rehydrate. A dull complexion will never disappear even with maximum highlighter and a bright juicy blush. So, if your dehydrated skin is lacking that lit-from-within glow, it’s time to invest in hydrating products to increase the water content in your skin cells, topped with moisturising creams to lock in that precious moisture.

The key benefits of healthy-hydrated skin are paramount and abundant. ‘As well as improving elasticity, your skin’s texture will feel smoother and more supple, plumping out fine lines and the appearance of wrinkles’, explains Irene Forte, Founder of Irene Forte Skincare. ‘Not to mention that when your skin is fully hydrated, it is able to fight and flush out toxins more effectively and bonus, your makeup will sit better on top’, says Forte.

So here at PIBE we have curated a line up of hydrating heroes. Six skincare must-haves for you to splash, slather and spritz on all summer long to regain fresh and hydrated skin….

Tatcha The Essence, £95
Fresh from across the pond, much-loved brand Tatcha has landed in Space NK, just in time for summer. Inspired by ancient skincare rituals of Japanese geishas, this beautifully light essence is more of a skincare treatment. Packed with rich amino acids that support natural cell turnover and the skin’s ability to retain moisture. It is also formulated with the brands signature Hadasei-3 complex, a potent collection of fermented superfoods such as rice bran, red algae and green tea. These all work together to help replenish your skin's barrier so skin doesn't just look, but feels hydrated, healthy and radiant. Splash a palmful of the essence into your hand and press gently over your face. Parched skin from a long day outdoors will thank you for adding this to your daily routine.

Irene Forte Hibiscus Serum, £130
With all of their certified vegan ingredients grown on an organic farm in Sicily, Irene Forte Skincare is like a little Mediterranean gift for your skin. A hydrating serum is the morning and evening step you simply can’t miss when trying to bring a dry complexion back to life. This Hibiscus Serum is packed with rich hydrators such as hibiscus seed peptides, multi-molecular hyaluronic acid and super-nourishing olive oil. All are deeply moisturising, smoothing and work to plump up dehydrated skin that needs a boost. Apply 1-2 pumps and massage into your face in upward circular motions. On a hot balmy evening your skin will soak this in like there’s no tomorrow.

Trinny London Energise Me Niacinamide Moisturiser, £42
Searching for the perfect day cream to use throughout the summer months? This new Energise Me Niacinamide Moisturiser by Trinny London will help ‘good skin days’ become more and more regular. Remember, when in the heat you don’t want to slap a mega thick cream onto your skin early in the morning as it will only increase congestion when it’s humid outside. This moisturiser however is lightweight and cooling, perfect to use on your freshly washed face. Skin-boosting niacinamide and succinic acid are the powerful duo that will recharged and rebalance your skin’s moisture levels, leaving your face hydrated for 24hours …. What’s not to love?

Furtuna Skin Fior di Luna Nightly Renewal Cream, £250
It is wise to reach for something more richly hydrating when it comes to your evening skincare routine. Furtuna Skin prides itself on growing and hand-picking all of their wild-foraged ingredients on a beautiful Sicilian estate. Super moisturising and decadent, they use uniquely powerful plants such as bakuchiol and ashwagandha to create their very special Fior di Luna Nightly Renewal Cream. The formula works in harmony with your Circadian Rhythm while you sleep to enhance your skin's repair process and increase the absorption of nutrients and moisture. Essentially, it works hard while you rest- so you can wake up to supple smooth skin. Don’t pack your holiday suitcase without this.

QMS Medicosmetics Hydro Foam Mask, £58
Caught a bit too much sun this summer? Or is your skin dry from all the pool chlorine? This Hydro Foam Mask by QMS is a must-try. Packed with quality silk proteins to restore the moisture balance in your skin cells and nourishing jojoba oil, this mask gives irritated skin a big boost of extra hydration. These vitamins and soothing oils also smooth out fine lines caused by dryness, calming down redness while you give yourself a pamper. Apply and leave for fifteen minutes or leave overnight as a sleep-in mask. Your skin will wake up renewed and ready to get back in the ocean.

Biossance Squalane + Hyaluronic Toning Mist, £25
This mist will be your on-the-go best friend when spending lazy days on the beach this summer. Biossance’s award-winning formula is created using plant-derived squalane and two types of hyaluronic acid. Basically, instant hydration in a single bottle. The no-fuss and lightweight mist helps to restore hydration across the inner and outer layers of skin, which will boost, plump and refresh your complexion. Unlike some toners, skin will never be left feeling stripped or tight -just moisturised and super dewy. Shake and then spray a few pumps over your face and let the misty veil instantly hydrate your sun-baked skin. So don’t forget to pack this in your bag for every adventure, anywhere, anytime.

This PIBE Beauty exclusive has been produced by:
Words by Beauty Editor / Sarah Barnes
Photography / Studio PIBE