One of the biggest beauty buzzes this season is Charlotte Tilbury’s new ice-powered Cryo-Recovery Face Mask. Let’s take a look at why ice-inspired skincare is all the rage, and offer some of our favourite picks.
Did Elsa from Frozen join the Charlotte Tilbury team? The latest launches seem to suggest so.
First, there is an eye serum featuring a moulded cooling metal applicator and a formula containing Iceawake, which is derived from the soil bacteria of Swiss glaciers and Swiss ice wine, among other ingredients.
Then, there is a reusable silicone mask inspired by cryotherapy and the ancient art of facial acupressure techniques. Just store in the freezer, and the advanced cooling gel beads and metal beads target the chin, jawline, forehead, cheekbones and nasolabial lines to lift, firm and tone.
Charlotte Tilbury Cyro-Recovery Eye Serum, 15 ml | $78 Cyro-Recovery Face Mask, $76
Both products draw on scientific research that indicates the use of extreme temperature can combat the signs of aging. Clinical trials show that when the mask is used in conjunction with Charlotte’s Magic Serum Crystal Elixir, subjects’ skin felt lifted by 251 per cent and firmer by 238 per cent in just eight weeks.
Wah It Away
Purified, detoxified and moisturized—this one-gesture cleansing ritual combines liquid crystal technology and clear Swiss glacier water to remove makeup without the use of water, and protects skin with a rich fusion of antioxidants. Dispense onto cotton pads and use pressing and sweeping motions to remove makeup and other impurities.
La Prairie Pure Swiss Glacier Cleansing Water, 150 ml | $185
Clean and Refreshed
This melting gel uses glacier water for a refreshing, cooling effect. It also contains probiotics to nourish the microbial responsible for protecting the skin’s surface, and probiotics to enrich the skin flora. Just massage a small amount onto the face to remove light-to-moderate makeup, and then rinse with lukewarm water, or with a damp cloth. your skin will feel impeccable, comfortable and nourished.
Valmont Icy Falls, 100 ml | $105
Bright-Eyed
Late-night scrolling, after-hours conference calls and marathon streaming mean eyes are frequently working overtime, impacting collagen and accelerating signs of eye aging. This new eye cream contains Chronolux Power Signal Technology for fast, visible repair and youthgenerating power, plus 360° Mesh Matrix Technology for cushioning support against micromovements. The new custom-designed cryo-steel wand, inspired by cyro-therapy, instantly cools the skin around the delicate eye area by 2°C, with effect lasting up to five minutes. It helps to increase micro-circulation, instantly reduce the look of puffiness and wake up tiredlooking eyes. The formula also targets under-eye lines, crow’s feet and “11” lines.
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate Matrix, 15 ml | $98
Get Rollin’
Instead of jade or quartz, this dual-ended facial roller is made with professional-grade stainless steel. When stored in the fridge or freezer, it is purported to provide sustained delivery of cold therapy, chilling the skin to 7°C to help increase micro-circulation, collagen production and flush out toxins. Use morning and/or evening after applying your usual beauty routine, the cold temperature is said to help depuff, tighten pores, detoxify skin and enhance skincare absorption for a clearer, sculpted and more radiant appearance.
Beauty Bio Skin Icing Glopro Cryo Roller For Face And Eyes, $100
