Anything too oily or thick may exasperate oil production, so if you want to avoid a shiny T-zone, opt for oil-free, non-comedogenic products that are lightweight and won’t clog pores.

Despite its featherlight, gel-like formula, Exuviance was a heavyweight performer in GH Beauty Lab testing, winning for minimizing the look of lines, even on older skin. Squalane – This is an unfussy, oil-based moisturising agent that works well for mature, dry and dehydrated skin types to reduce water loss and strengthen the skin barrier by sealing in moisture. The Lab evaluates night creams on how well they hydrate skin short- and long-term using a Corneometer device, which gauges skin moisture levels. While lines and wrinkles are a natural part of getting older, if you're looking to firm and brighten the area around your eyes, introducing one of our experts' top-rated anti-ageing eye creams into your skincare routine could make a big difference.Before joining GH in 2022, she worked as a cosmetic chemist, formulating skincare products for a variety of brands and learning to decode ingredient lists, evaluate ingredient efficacy and scrutinize product claims. It helped smooth out crow’s feet and puffy eyelids after application, but didn’t have much of an impact on deeper wrinkles.

Overall, though, testers felt it brightened dark circles and all agreed skin felt moisturised and fine lines felt nourished after use. Formulated with effective anti-wrinkle peptide technology, No7 targets even the finest of lines with this hardworking cream, while a blend of antioxidant ingredients helps skin build a protective barrier against daily pollutants.The water cream itself is like a lightweight gel meets cream – we found that our skin drank it up in seconds, leaving behind a veil of moisture. In GH Beauty Lab Corneometer testing, it raised skin moisture levels by 37% over six hours, one of the highest measurements in the Lab's most recent test.

Teaming this world’s first cosmetic tech with skin-protecting antioxidants, vitamin C and SPF40, as well as hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to boost hydration, this is a powerhouse of an anti-ageing cream. The cream is a lightweight sheen on skin, and although it did tingle a little at first, due to the ingredient blend we saw impressive results, with our tester’s skin appearing firmer and brighter. With a gentle touch, she suggests sweeping the product from the inner to the outer eye area, as this motion will also help to reduce swelling, especially in the morning.

Before we dive any deeper, it’s important to acknowledge that no matter what a product claims, none has the power to truly repair the signs of ageing. As we get older, skin becomes more fragile and needs a little more TLC to keep the fine lines at bay. Retinoids can help to treat photodamage and, over time, they’ll also support collagen production,” explains Dr Hextall.