This rare deal saves 40% on the “most luxe” retinol we’ve tried

Describing how she “loved the thick, comforting, velvety feel of this formula,” writer Lucy Partington decided that Kate Somerville’s moisturiser was “the most luxe of the bunch”. She tested 12 of the most popular retinols in the industry – including options from Medik8 and Murad – and noted that the cream’s typically high price (often costing as much as £98, as it does at Space NK right now) is justified by its dual action as both a vitamin C and retinol treatment.

What does this mean? As Lucy puts it, the vitamin C means that “over time it will help to reduce the look of hyperpigmentation and will help to brighten the overall look of skin.” Meanwhile, the retinol works to “improve the overall texture and appearance of the skin by increasing cell turnover.” This can mean texture in a pore-refining sense or – for those with more mature skin – for minimising fine lines and wrinkles.

Plus, dry skin sufferers can rejoice with the addition of hyaluronic acid feeling “incredibly hydrating” upon application. As is often the case with high end skincare brands, it’s rare to see discounts, let alone those of more than 40 per cent. So don’t hang about if you’re looking to take home a tub of luxury for less.