Face

Why bother with surgery or painful needles when you can get a prescription for your complexion from skincare specialists? The results are like a face-lift in a jar, stemming from years of scientific research by medical professionals. So put a hold on ageing and let your skin release its true potential with these hardworking facial products.

The RéVive range was founded by Dr Gregory Bays Brown, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon. It contains a bioengineered form of human EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) which encourages ageing skin cells to revert to a youthful renewal pattern – and significantly improves overall skin quality. Choose the Moisturising Renewal Cream, £100 (www.spacenk.co.uk), which promises a dramatic improvement in skin tone in just two weeks.

Or try Dr Bragi’s Age Management Marine Enzyme Formulation, £117.45 (www.beautybay.com) - a brand new skincare treatment that visibly transforms and improves the skin. Developed by Dr Jon Bragi, a Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Iceland, the formulation boasts a unique patented marine enzyme. An oil-free but intensive moisturiser, it stimulates circulation and cell renewal and even helps to fade wrinkles.

Formulated by plastic surgeon Dr Barry J. Cohen, the pH Advantage brand is based around glycolics – and delivers a high concentration of active anti-ageing ingredients, but with a lower price tag than some similar brands. A bestseller is the High Potency Vitamin C Serum, £70 (www.cultbeauty.co.uk) that prevents and heals skin cell damage and stimulates collagen production for firmer, more resilient skin.