ONCE you hit 45, getting the right skincare is key.
But there is so much out there that choosing the right products can be boggling.
Features Editor Lynn Kernan was left with glowy skin after trying Aldi’s new range[/caption]
And many of them come with a hefty pricetag too.
But in steps Aldi to the rescue with its brand new range of “science-driven” products designed to give aging skin a youthful boost.
I have been guilty of sticking to the same old make-up remover and moisturiser routine, which I am sure is doing my tired face no favours.
So I was intrigued to try out the new Lacura range, which launches tomorrow – Sunday, March 9 – to see how it fared on my skin.
First up is the Lacura HA5+ Serum – priced at £6.99, 50ml.
This has added Acacia and Citric Acid, making it a lightweight and fast absorbing serum which boasts ‘visible lifting and tightening properties’.
This was so smooth going on, and genuinely left my skin feeling silky.
I also like the squeezy applicator, which made it super simple to apply.
Next up is the HA5+ Eye Cream – which is £4.99 for 15ml.
An eye cream is a must for anyone over 40, even just to make you feel less tired.
This is a targeted product which is designed to reduce puffiness, minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and soothe the delicate skin around the eye area.
It also felt buttery soft going on the skin, and I feel it did make me look less exhausted – ideal for a busy working mum.
I also loved the HA5+ Day Cream, which comes in at £7.99 for 50ml.
This is branded “a secret weapon for intensely hydrated and youthful skin”.
What are the best Aldi dupes?
ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness.
ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness.
Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews:
Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic
Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic
Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi’s £18)
Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It’s a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic.
Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream
Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream
Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea’s £10)
Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream
Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream
Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie’s £292)
Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser
Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser
Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle’s £17.50)
Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer
Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer
Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox’s £26)
Lacura Miracle Cream
Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream
Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden’s £28)
Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask
Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask
Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh’s £52)
Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask
Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment
Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow’s £42)
Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation
Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation
Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder’s £34)
Lacura Tinted Lip Oils
Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil
Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty’s £20)
The cream definitely felt like it was tightening up my skin, particularly around my cheeks – and I am impressed with the fact it has UV filters.
Night cream is something I often neglect, but it’s so important to give your skin a boost while you doze.
And the HA5+ Night Cream, priced at £7.99 for 50ml, has added Watermelon Seed Oil to prevent overnight moisture loss and support skin regeneration.
I tried the Lacura range for a week and really liked the glow I was left with after seven days of applying day and night.
It was also nice to get into a proper routine, and being able to do so at a bargain price.
My only comment would be that it’s quite a highly-perfumed product so might not suit more sensitive skin types.
- Aldi’s NEW Lacura HA5+ Skincare range will be available in stores nationwide from 9th March, while stocks last
