When it comes to anti-ageing skincare, there’s a plethora of products on the market aiming to target fine lines, wrinkles, dullness and dryness. As a 42-year-old, I’m keen to look after my overall skin health and seek affordable products that easily slot into my skincare routine. I look for skincare that helps with hydration, while also offering brightening benefits for radiance.
Enter L'Oréal’s age perfect range (created for mature skin and those in their mid-fifties and beyond). It claims to prevent future age spots and help reduce collagen loss. It also promises to improve skin texture and elasticity. I’ve put two of its key products to the test to see whether they’re worth your money.
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L'Oréal Paris age perfect micro-collagen firming serum
L’Oreal’s micro-collagen firming serum glides seamlessly. Initially, it creates a glassy finish before absorbing and leaving a lightweight layer, with no stickiness. It provided an instant boost of hydration and my skin looked more radiant, smoother and more even after application.
The formula contains glycerin and niacinamide to improve tone and texture. And while the collagen peptides in the serum are said to firm skin, I’d be sceptical of any topical skincare products claiming to be a magical wand for combating natural signs of ageing.
That said, the product offers a smoothing finish to help with the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. After using it for just a week so far, I’m impressed and will certainly continue to use it. At just £18, this is an affordable anti-ageing serum.
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L'Oréal Paris age perfect classic collagen expert day cream SPF30
L’Oreal’s anti-ageing SPF has a rich, indulgent consistency which feels luxurious and comforting on skin. Its silky texture means the cream is easy to apply to the skin.
The key ingredients are the same as the serum, so I saw similar results (radiant and smoother), but slightly less glowy, as the sunscreen has a matte finish, which is perfect if you have oily skin.
The matte finish meant that my foundation stayed in place well, and it didn’t fade as much as it sometimes can after several hours’ wear.
To prevent any pilling after makeup application, I’d recommend applying lighter layers and leaving your skincare to absorb properly before applying foundation.
At just £16, this is another great, affordable skincare product for mature skin.
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L'Oréal Paris age perfect classic collagen expert day cream SPF30
Rating: 3.5/5
Best: Smoothing skincare base
Size: 50ml
Key ingredients: Glycerin, collagen peptides, niacinamide
Skin types: All types, specifically mature skin
Why we love it
- Rich, comforting consistency
- Smoothing finish lasts for hours
Take note
- Can cause piling under make-up
Buy now £16, loreal-paris.co.uk
Are L’ Oréal’s age perfect firming serum and retightening cream worth it?
L’ Oréal’s age perfect firming serum and retightening cream offer a smoothing skincare finish and feel pleasing to apply. While topical skincare can’t reduce wrinkles per se, these anti-ageing products do offer hydration and radiance to (temporarily) help improve their appearance. I did find the cream caused piling under make-up. But, the skincare effects created lingered for several hours after application and this helped my foundation stay put for longer than usual. If you’re looking for affordable anti-ageing skincare products, L’ Oréal’s age perfect range is worth trying.
How L’ Oréal’s age perfect firming serum and retightening cream were tested
I spent a week testing L’ Oréal’s age perfect micro-collagen firming serum and collagen expert retightening cream. During this time, I looked at each product’s key ingredients, consistency, and skincare benefits. I noted any immediate results and assessed the products based on the following:
Why you can trust IndyBest reviews
Helen Wilson-Beevers is a beauty journalist who has been testing skincare products for 15 years. Within this time, she has given her honest verdict on products from brands including The Ordinary, The Inkey List and CeraVe. As a 42-year-old with dry skin that can be sensitive, she is an expert in assessing products for anti-ageing benefits. She can spot the key ingredients needed to promote skin health, and favours products that easily slot into a busy routine.
