I've invested in a scarf coat, downloaded a playlist named 'Festive Bangers' and even considered switching my iced matcha for a hot one. The arctic season is once again upon us and whilst it's natural to start switching around our wardrobe in favour of toasty fits, our skincare routine can often be neglected. At this time of year, it's paramount we invest in hard-working hydration heroes that will ensure that healthy skin barrier and coveted glow despite the sub-zero temperatures.
One product I rely on for a glug of hydration is L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Filler Serum, £11 which is my secret for instantly plumped and dewy skin. It's recommended by many dermatologists for its surprisingly superior skincare ingredients, which include macro and micro hyaluronic acid molecules for multi-layered skin boosting. It's also a permanent fixture in many celebrity's bathroom cabinets, with everyone from Molly-Mae Hague to Eva Longoria touting its plumping benefits.
LorealHague even told her followers that the filler is so plump-inducing, she's using it as an alternative to dermal fillers. She shared on Instagram Stories, 'I've fallen in love with a new skincare product recently and I truly feel like it's thanks to products like these that have helped me on this journey and steered me away from injectables.'
Holding up the signature purple bottle to the camera, she confirmed, 'This is the Hyaluronic Acid Serum from the L'Oreal Revitalift filler range and this is the product I have been using for when I want my skin to have an instant re-plump."
It's easy to see why the purse-friendly serum has the beauty world in a chokehold. The lightweight serum instantly melts into the skin and your skin instantly looks more hydrated, plump and dewy. As well as instantaneous benefits, the serum is also a joy to use (I reach for it over my more expensive serums) and it has miraculously improved my dehydrated skin patches and fine lines over time. It's really magic in a bottle.
As well as being a loyal customer myself and dutifully telling my friends to nab one whilst it's over half price (!) this Black Friday, it's been rated five stars by over six thousand Amazon customers.
One reviewer marvelled at its plumping benefits and wrote, 'I love how this makes my skin look! It will never replace the use of good make-up for that flawless porcelain look but for someone like me who just wants to feel comfortable in their own skin and look healthy, it’s amazing! I use my wipes as normal, and then I apply one syringe full to my cheeks, forehead and décolletage and I rub it in until it effectively disappears.'
She continued, 'Within about 10 minutes of applying it, I can physically see the difference in my skin and it goes from looking dull and lifeless to looking like I’ve just come out of the spa quite honestly.'
So there you have it, the most cost-effective way to mimic the benefits of a fancy Cotswolds facial this Black Friday and it's even Molly-Mae approved.
Aimee Jakes is Grazia’s trending content editor. As well as writing about skincare launches, high-street fashion and gym bag essentials, she’s forever chatting to celebs about their fancy beauty routines. Follow her on Instagram here.