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Missing your monthly facial?

Londons salons might be shut, but some of the citys savviest skin specialists have boxed up their bestselling treatments ready to pop in the post; allowing for a little me time before you FaceTime.

Mid-hibernation hydration

Contents of the Pfeffer Sal Essential Product Pack

The Pfeffer Sal clinic in Fitzrovia has earned its place in every London beauty editors little black book for its brand agnostic product recommendations and holistic-meets-high-tech approach. In order to keep their loyal clients GFH (glowing from home), the clinic has released six DIY facials, the best of which has to be the Essential product pack, based on the salons signature treatment. Included in the delivery are four full size products, among them an enzyme peel, a hydrating mask and Pfeffer Sals new own-brand Essential Serum a star blend containing four key actives that hydrate, stimulate collagen and elastin, and boost the skins regeneration. A virtual one-to-one with a therapist, normally 50, is also included, to ensure you peel and pamper like a pro.

Our top tip: Book the guided facial in the evening and leave the mask on to work its magic overnight

Pfeffer Sals Essential At-Home Product Pack, 250. Shop it here

The socially distanced detox

Antioxidant probiotic skin supplement from the Beauty Chef, included in the Skinwork Detox Facial in a Box

Thought this makeup-free WFH life was set to be a holiday for your skin but instead find yourself suffering with blackheads and breakouts? Youre not alone. The global pandemic-induced raising of stress levels increases production of the hormone cortisol, which in turn triggers overproduction of sebum. More sebum means more spots - but dont panic. LA import Skinwork, based in the Alex Eagle store in Soho, has a Detox Facial in a Box thats a one-way ticket to zit-free Zooming. Book a 30-minute skin coaching session with one of their team wholl take you through a thorough cleanse and detoxifying mask, finishing with a powerful vitamin C serum that treats pigmentation and brightens skin. Alongside the two full-size products the kit contains a headband, cleansing mitt and an antioxidant probiotic skin supplement from the Beauty Chef to get you glowing inside and out.

Skinwork Facial kits start at 100; The Detox Facial kit is priced at 165. Shop it here

The planet-loving pamper

Evolve Beauty's facial in a box

If you like your skincare vegan, organic, natural and cruelty-free, the Get Up And Glow Facial In A Box from British brand Evolve Beauty could be the one for you. The company makes all its products by hand and in small batches at its Hertfordshire wind-poweredecostudio, using the most effective natural superfoods. The box, made using recycled packaging, contains five travel size products: a Gentle Cleansing Melt, a Miracle Mask, a Hyaluronic Serum, Hyaluronic Eye Complex and a Daily Renew Facial Cream, alongside a towel headband and a step-by-step guide on how to apply your goodies. Best for normal to dry skin types, this is aDIYfacial both your skin and the planet will thank you for.

Evolve Beautys Get Up And Glow Facial In A Box, 50. Shop it here

How to do an at-home facial, according to a skincare pro

The post-lockdown reveal peel

Feel like youve aged a year in the last two months? Our current hermit-like existence offers the perfect opportunity to try a temporary redness-inducing chemical peel. Brilliant for brightening, peels also treat fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while deeply hydrating and restoring the skins barrier. Facialist Kate Kerr, whos normally based out of the agua Spa at the Sea Containers Hotel, has an intensive Peel in a Box treatment on offer which uses high dose retinol to stimulate skin renewal and collagen production to even skin tone and smooth its texture. Not for the faint of heart, the three-day process forces the skin into an active peeling phase; best approached before a socially distanced weekend indoors. Given the intensity of the products, its suited to those already using a 0.5 per cent or 1.0 per cent retinol every night, and a preliminary telephone consultation with one of the Kate Kerr team is a must.

Kate Kerrs Home Peel Box costs 295 and contains enough for three courses of peel. Shop it here.

Read more from the original source:
Facials in a box: the step-by-step salon skincare you can order to your door - Evening Standard

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