The Highlight Issue 14 'Feel Fantastic Summer'

ARUJ SAYS: Peptides are already found in our body as fragments of protein. When you apply them as part of a consistent routine, they can help to improve skin texture. They also work well with other skincare ingredients, such as antioxidants like vitamin E and humectants like hyaluronic acid, so they’re easy to incorporate into your existing regime. ARUJ SAYS: Retinol and peptides are both beneficial to your skin, even though they work differently. Both ingredients work to smoothen and firm the skin – however, retinol can help to support cell turnover, whereas peptides help to stimulate skin cells to build beneficial proteins which better support your skin barrier. Do peptides really work? Which is better: retinol or peptides? GROWN ALCHEMIST Age-Repair Moisturiser Phyto-Peptide and White Tea Extract 60ml / £74 KATE SOMERVILLE Peptide K8 Power Cream 30ml / £132 ARUJ RECOMMENDS ARUJ RECOMMENDS EXPERT ADVICE