With 250 spas globally, spanning 55 countries the founder of ESPA Sue Harmsworth, has decided to ramp things up. All the packaging has been redesigned; the formulas removed of any nasties (SLS, parabens and mineral oils) and a host of high concentrations of actives have been added.

A new range of skincare products called Lift & Firm is launching too and the mask is available now in Liberty (the rest is out March). The Mask, £45, has an incredible instant tightening effect thanks, while argan oil and nutrient-rich pelan silt improve skin over time.

I’ve just come back form a coffee with Sue, and she explained how a busy lifestyle (work, travel, socialising) can take its toll. Her advice? ‘As you get older use a serum, followed by a facial oil and moisturiser. Everyone needs a good quality facial oil; balancing oils are a must for oily or acne prone skin’.

Righto, I’m off to slather on my ESPA Balancing Face Treatment Oil.

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