Style according to ... Barbara Sturm, dermatologist and founder of the eponymous skincare company who counts Gwyneth and Oprah among her legions of fans, reveals to us some of her favourite things
Dermatologist Barbara Sturm, who invented the concept of anti-ageing blood cream, is a pioneer of clean skin.
Dr Barbara Sturm , the skincare company she founded in 2011 in Düsseldorf, Germany, is a favourite among celebrities and is known for bestselling products such as the Hyaluronic Serum, which Sturm calls the 'white T-shirt of any skincare regimen'. Here, Sturm shares her favourite finds from around the world.
What I'm watching
TV favourite Desperate Housewives. Photo: Handout
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Social media can be fun, but I think it's important to use it in a way that feels positive and enriching. Right now, I'm re-watching all the old seasons of Desperate Housewives – it's just as good the second time round.
My beauty hacks
Dr Barbara Sturm skincare products. Photo: Handout
I'll either use my Facial Scrub or the Enzyme Cleanser twice a week to remove dead skin. I apply my Balancing Toner immediately after showering.
Byredo_Bal d'Afrique eau de parfum. Photo: Handout
I rarely wear fragrance, but I do love Byredo's Bal d'Afrique. Sometimes I'll spritz a little on my T-shirt but never on my skin. I don't wear make-up but if I do use anything on my eyes, I'll apply some eyeshadow by Anastasia and use her Brow Wiz – I always like to have good eyebrows.
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