Cult Favourite Skincare Products: Hit Or Miss, By Dr Kiran Sethi
Are these viral skincare products worth your time (or money)? Dr Kiran Sethi weighs in…
In a world where Instagram tempts us with the latest skincare fads and miracle products, it’s easy to find our drawers overflowing with serums, creams, and masks. But let’s be real—how many of these suit our skin? To help cut through the clutter, we chatted with Dr. Kiran Sethi, a dermatologist who knows her stuff.
She’s here to dish out some expert tips and tricks to simplify your skincare routine. So say goodbye to the excess and hello to streamlined, skin-type-specific products that truly work...
Should You Keep Or Toss These Cult Favourite Skincare Products?
We asked Dr Kiran Sethi to review some Insta-famous skincare products, identifying the hits and misses. She also suggested some equally effective dupes that are great for your skin while being easy on the pocket…
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum
Verdict: Hit!
“Great product, there are cheaper alternatives but the experience of the ANR is something else!”
L’Occitane Immortelle Reset Serum
Verdict: Miss
“Frankly I don't understand this product, can totally skip it”
Tatcha Water Cream
Verdict: Hit
“Lovely gel creme, that's really nice and airy on the skin. A cheaper alternative would be the Neutrogena Hydro Boost or the Clinique Moisture Surge.”
La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturiser
Verdict: Miss
“It’s so expensive for just a water and oil formulation that's very heavy with moisturisation. Nivea has a similar formulation, while it's not La Mer it can often give you the same benefit.”
Chanel Le Lift Anti-Wrinkle Lip and Contour Cream
Verdict: Miss
“You don't need to spend this kind of money on a cream. No cream can actually lift you that well, so the Chanel one won't either.”
iS Clinical Cleansing Complex
Verdict: Hit
“This is a great cleanser. It's often hard to find a good and effective salicylic acid cleanser that won't strip your skin of the good oil, so this one is gentle and great.”
The Ordinary Peeling Solution
Verdict: Maybe
“Frankly if it's going to peel you, it has to be a low pH. If it's not tingling or stinging, in most cases not all, then it's probably not helping you.”
Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen
Verdict: Hit
“This one is great, but a cheaper alternative would be the one from Trader Joe’s!”
By decluttering your skincare drawer and focusing on products that truly benefit your skin type, you can achieve healthier, more radiant skin. Thanks to Dr Kiran Sethi's expert advice, you now have a roadmap to navigate the hype and choose effective, budget-friendly alternatives. So, go ahead and give your beauty shelf the makeover it deserves!
Discover the secrets to glowing skin with personalised consultations and alchemy lessons designed to perfect the beauty regime straight from Dr Kiran Sethi herself at the upcoming FDCI Manifest Wedding Weekend at Taj Palace (New Delhi) on August 4, 2024, at 12 pm. Register for her masterclass by writing to us atfmww@rpsg.inright now!