Anti-aging cream that leaves skin ‘bright and dewy' cut by 20% at Boots
It's the best of both worlds for this time of year
The morning moisturiser is impressing customers
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If you're after an anti-ageing cream that goes beyond simply keeping you looking youthful, the two-part No7 Pure Retinol, Vitamin C & SPF 30 system might be exactly what you need. It's the first product in the UK to combine these three powerhouse, dermatologist-recommended ingredients into one routine.
Designed for daily morning use, it helps deliver brighter, renewed, and well-protected skin. Even better, it's currently on offer-reduced from £39.95 to £31.96 which is exclusively at Boots.
And it's also perfect for this time of year, as half of the product - which is split in two in its container - is a section for SPF 30.
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And according to Boots, 80% of women agreed that their skincare regime had been revolutionised. But what are buyers saying in the product reviews? For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here
No7 Pure Retinol, Vitamin C & SPF 30
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One happy shopper said: 'I didn't realise this pure retinol and spf 30 cream actually was two creams in a split pot.
'But the texture of the retinol was lovely and quickly absorbed into my skin. I then applied the spf from the other half of the pot and this went on beautifully too and didn't feel like sun protection cream at all.
'The combination of the two left my complexion looking bright and dewy and felt amazing.'
Someone else added: 'Very easy to use. Non-greasy, absorbs well. Especially good for travelling.'
But not everyone was a fan of the two part element of the cream.
One person said: 'This cream is in two parts and takes time to apply it.
'Did not feel good on my skin and left it feeling heavy not like most no 7 creams.'
Another user noted: 'Can see some improvement in skin texture following a week usage.
'Applying the cream on alternative days. I would recommend.'
There are all sorts of moisturisers on the market, from the Organic Rosy Glow Cream at noli for £5.35 , to the Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Multi-Purpose Moisturiser for £10.49 at Lookfantastic.
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Alternatively, there's also the Vitamin E Moisture Day Cream for £30 at the Body Shop.
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