The London best: face creams

Don’t let seasonal late nights, plus winter weather, put a dampener on your complexion. Here are five wonder-workers that will leave you looking fresh-faced — no matter what time you got in this morning.

1. Hydrate…
with Lancôme Hydra Zen Day Cream. Clever hyaluronic acid microcapsules and glycerol will get down to the skin’s nitty-gritty, giving you intense, long-lasting hydration. £38, lancome.co.uk

2. Soothe…
with Selexir Peace Balm. The Switz super-salve — containing aloe vera, beeswax and honey — helps soothe sensitive, irritated and distressed skin. £39, selexir.com

3. Detox…
with Jurlique Rose Moisture Plus. Its botanical blend of rosehip, avocado oil and green tea will help rebalance your skin and rid it of any nasty free radicals. £28.50, jurlique.co.uk

4. Camouflage…
with Clarins Beauty Flash Balm. This cult product is simply “Cinderella in a tube”. Say goodnight to dull, morning-after skin, and hello to a radiant glow. £28, clarins.co.uk

5. Conceal…
with Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser. If all else fails, then this lightweight sheer cover-up will leave you looking fresh-faced — even if you don’t feel it. £33, lauramercier.com