Face creams

[Wee_Red]

I've used Boots No 7 and currently giving Elemis a bash. I do think there is an element of luck (genes) and lifestyle choices (tanning, smoking, diet) that determine your skin.
I think in a way I have been very fortunate, aside from teen acne, with my skin. I'm a type 1, ginger who acts like a vampire with regards to the sun, I drink my weight in water and never touched a cigarette. I think that has a lot to do with my face and not the products I've put on it(bar the factor 50 of course, that's massively helped ).

Anyway, I know you said you didn't want to spend loads - totally understandable but I don't know if you'll get everything you are looking for at under £10. Small businesses need to price up a bit compared to a big brand. Lush do a range of moisturisers, they're all about being ethical, minimal plastic waste but aren't under £10. I did hear a beauty podcast talk about Oil of Olay recently and how it often gets overlooked as an older brand but pointed out there's a reason it lasted. Maybe that's worth a look?


My mum has great skin and she swears by Vaseline Intensive Care. It didn't work for me though.

Unfortunately I think, especially if you're sensitive, it needs to be a bit of trial and error until you get something that suits you.

[ERICSMUM]

Originally Posted by ChrisS

I'm using Aldi Lacura Caviar day cream, £6.99 a jar, and my skin is great, see HERE. I've only realised, the rosacea type rash that would pop up once every three weeks or so, hasn't appeared for months.

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I use their hot cloth cleanser. It is very similar to Liz Earle’s Cleanse & Polish but only 25% of the price. Also I found C&P made my face ‘taut’ and dry.

[Jerseyfirst]

I’ve used Roche Posay in the recent past and definitely recommend it. Now though I’m using Tropic which I LOVE. Look online or find a local ambassador. Very eco friendly and fantastic for sensitive skin. Mine has never felt so good!
Not the cheapest, but not crazy expensive either. X

[HiddenMickey35]

I use Lancome cream and it is not cheap but I like it.

[Gingerlife]

Originally Posted by ChoppyGirl

Aldi do a very good range of face creams. Decent stuff at fab prices

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I will second the Aldi creams. I've previously used Clarins and Loccitane but was never very happy with them and to be honest I begrudged paying the prices!
My mum bought some of the Aldi day and night cream and said how lovely her skin felt so I gave it a try and was really surprised.
I've also got very sensitive skin and have not had any issues with these, plus it's really cheap 👍

[marypoppins38]

I use Rosehip oil from Grown Alchemists (apparently the Duchess of Cambridge and her mum are a big fan too). I am late 40s but have no wrinkles at all (yet!). I don’t know whether it’s down to good genes or being fastidious about skin care though. I have just come across a small independent business in Manchester that makes sustainable vegan skincare and they have fantastic reviews so I am going to order some Rosehip oil from there and see what it’s like. They are called Roots Handmade if you are interested.

[kateh134]

I’ve never been particularly loyal to any brand and am currently using Lacura from Aldi which I love. I’ve used the Caviar day cream, but I then ordered a number of different ones on line when it ran out. The rejuvenating cream is good, but the one I love the most is the Q10 serum. All are under £10 and make my skin feel lovely. I also tried the rose toner from Aldi, but that didn’t agree with my skin so I went back to Pixi.

[anna68]

Tropic skin feast (you need to find a local ambassador but that’s easy) and it is ethical and all natural and option on scented or non scented

[Guest]

I’ve tried Aldi but found the smell too strong.
I use Simple products, as Unilever are a pretty good company. After I win the Euromillions this week I will exclusively use Dr Haushka.

[BnDamo]

Super Facialist is a cruelty free brand, made in England, many but not all of their products are suitable for vegans. The price of their face creams range from £14.99 to £20 full price but there are usually offers on at Amazon, Boots and Sainsburys. They have several ranges within the brand for different skin types. I tend to swap and change brands every couple of years and this is my favourite brand at the moment.