Skin Savior

JOYCE Body Firming Lotion (B380) contains pueraria mirifica extract, which is said to contain antioxidants that can help lighten your complexion and rejuvenate your skin. In addition, Joyce is enriched with aloe vera to moisturize sunburned skin; vitamin E to help prevent aging, to nourish skin and balance the moisture of your skin; and centella asiatica extract, which may increase skin flexibility and reduce skin marks. (Joyce call center: 02-333-3333)

Saving Grace

Another “firming” product is Philosophy’s Amazing Grace (B2,850). The milky lotion contains antioxidants to help restore moisture to your skin. Macadamia nut oil and olive oil are added to create softer and smoother skin. (Try M/F, Siam Paragon, 02-610-9000/-59)

Gingering Your Body

Known for using Thai herbs and spices in their skin care products, Erb offers a new item called Basic Body Care Spice & Shine Light Body Cream, (B590) a very light cream that absorbs quickly through your skin. The main ingredients include ginger, which helps stimulate blood circulation and contains antioxidant substances to help brighten your skin, and marigold, which helps improve the skin’s condition. If you have normal to oily skin, this is suitable for you. (Try 5/F, Central Chidlom, 02-655-7777)

24/7 Skincare

Body Expertise Nutri Soft 24 Hours by L’Oreal (B199) is designed to treat intensely dehydrated skin. Besides smelling great, it also contains “Demo-Nutrilium,” which glides on, is absorbed quickly and will supposedly seal in moisture for 24 hours. Applying this velvety lotion to your body daily will make sure your skin softer than silk. (Try G/F, Central Chidlom, 02-655-7777)

E is Key

The Body Shop’s Vitamin E Body Lotion (250ml., B450) contains wheat germ oil, which is rich in vitamin E and naturally prevents skin from wearing out with age. Vitamin E has antioxidant properties, which rescues the skin from pollution. This will moisturize both face and body. (Try 5/F, The Emporium, 02-664-8000)