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Pollution damages not only the earth, but also our skin. These protective formulas help to detoxify the complexion.

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Pollution damages not only the earth, but also our skin. These protective formulas help to detoxify the complexion

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1. Promising a healthy glow, Christina’s Serum Supreme diminishes signs of premature ageing with extracts of flax, cotton bloom, cornflower and mushroom with detox-active peptides, which promote cell regeneration and hyaluronic acid to preserve moisture. www.christina-cosmeceuticals.com

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2. Containing a high concentration of vitamins C, A and E alongside garden cress extract, Babor’s Detoxifying Vitamin Cream SPF 15 purifies by boosting antioxidants and detoxifying enzymes, which also prevent ageing, pigment shifting, dryness and wrinkles. Natural plant oils like grape seed and shea butter help make the skin soft. www.babor.com

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3. Inspired by Japanese wisdom for radiant and luminous skin, Tatcha’s Silken Pore Perfecting Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF35 protects the skin from UV rays and pollution. The light formula contains an amalgam of antioxidising ingredients for a gentle formula free from mineral oil and synthetic fragrances. www.tatcha.com

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4. A collection inspired by hydro- and lipo-fillers and advanced peeling, Comfort Zone’s latest Sublime Skin Pads are formulated with alpha and polyhydroxy acids combined with vitamin C and vitamin PP for renewal and correction. Its unique formula speeds up the epidermal turnover while removing dead cells damaged from stress, sun exposure or pollution. www.comfortzone.it

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5. Designed to keep skin hydrated and protected from environmental toxins, June Jacobs’ alcohol-free Neroli Hydrating Mist contains the brand’s patented antioxidant blend of white, red and green tea extracts combined with goji berry, pomegranate and grape seed extracts, which when paired with neroli from bitter orange trees, work together to prevent signs of premature ageing and defend against pollutants. www.junejacobs.com

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6. Crafted with a combination of healing minerals from Budapest’s thermal spa waters, natural actives and polysaccharides, Omorovicza’s Omoressence restores the skin’s balance and guards against physiological and bacterial stress. The essence boosts the skin’s ability to retain moisture, prevents harmful bacteria from accumulating on the surface and strengthens collagen and elasticity. www.omorovicza.com

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7. Protecting the skin’s most delicate area from stressors is La Mer’s Lifting Eye Serum, which enhances the eye’s natural support structure. It comes with an applicator: first use the round side on clean skin to stimulate microcirculation; then dab on serum with the ring finger before sweeping the inner and outer corners in an outward and upward motion to smooth and lift. www.cremedelamer.com