Paula's Choice 2% BHA: The Exfoliant That Actually Delivers
“A cult-favourite salicylic acid liquid that clears pores and smooths texture for most people — but you must start slow, or it will bite back.”
8.9 /10
✦ The Skincare Edit · 7 verdicts
Skincare, re-read by a friend who's actually tried it.
Serums, moisturizers, cleansers, sunscreens
G An editorial from Glow · updated as verdicts land
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream: The Honest Truth
“A no-frills, fragrance-free cream that dermatologists love and dry skin devours — but it's not miracle in a tub for everyone.”
8.8 /10
LRP Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer
“A dermatologist-loved, budget-friendly moisturizer that excels at barrier repair — but watch out if you're acne-prone.”
8.1 /10
The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
“A cheap, effective hydration serum that plumps dry skin beautifully — if you can tolerate the stickiness and master the damp-skin application dance.”
8.0 /10
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
“A cult-favourite serum that's a game-changer for oily and acne-prone skin — but the 10% concentration burns sensitive faces and divides dermatologists.”
7.2 /10
CeraVe Foaming Cleanser: The Real Dirt
“A drugstore darling that genuinely works for oily skin — but can backfire on sensitive or acne-prone faces with irritation and breakouts.”
7.2 /10
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream: £100 Moisturiser or…
“A cult-favourite moisturiser that excels as a fancy makeup primer for events, but dermatologists and real users question whether it's glorified fragranced…”
3.8 /10
✦ Glow's skincare shortlist
If you only buy three things.
Paula's Choice 2% BHA: The Exfoliant That Actually Delivers
“A cult-favourite salicylic acid liquid that clears pores and smooths texture for most people — but you must start slow, or it will bite back.”
8.9 /10
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream: The Honest Truth
“A no-frills, fragrance-free cream that dermatologists love and dry skin devours — but it's not miracle in a tub for everyone.”
8.8 /10
LRP Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer
“A dermatologist-loved, budget-friendly moisturizer that excels at barrier repair — but watch out if you're acne-prone.”
8.1 /10