I’m a beauty pro & pride myself on being ageless – budget products I swear by to stay wrinkle free… without Botox
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WE all want the secret to youthful, healthy looking skin - but with so many products out there, it can be difficult to know what to use.
Which is why we rely on tried and tested methods that people recommend, and of course it's even better if their tips are affordable.
Here, founder Asako Ito, who prides herself on her ageless appearance, shares her top tips to a fresh, youthful complexion.
She says: "While Botox can certainly help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, there are also many budget-friendly products that can help keep skin looking youthful too.
"By incorporating products like Rosehip oil, vitamin C serum, gentle exfoliators and sunscreen into your daily routine, you can help improve the texture and tone of your skin and maintain a more youthful appearance."
Rosehip oil
There's one product that Asako absolutely swears by when it comes to skincare.
She says: "One of my personal favourite budget products is Rosehip oil.
"This natural oil is rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids that help nourish the skin and promote a more youthful appearance.
"I use Rosehip oil as a moisturiser both day and night, and it has definitely helped improve the texture and tone of my skin."
Vitamin C
Many experts also believe Vitamin C is an effective collagen booster and skin brightener.
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Asako agrees, and says: "Another budget-friendly product that I swear by is vitamin C serum.
"It's a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals.
"It also helps promote collagen production, which can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
"I use a vitamin C serum in the morning before applying my moisturiser, and it helps give my skin a healthy glow."
Asako recommends L'Oréal Paris Revitalift Clinical 12 per cent Pure Vitamin C Serum, £15, from
Exfoliator
Exfoliation should be a really key part of your routine, too.
Asako says: "I also recommend using a gentle exfoliator once or twice a week to help remove dead skin cells and promote cell turnover.
"I personally love using a Konjac sponge, which is a natural sponge made from the Konjac plant.
"It's gentle enough to use every day, but still effective at exfoliating and smoothing the skin."
A set of three Navaris Konjac Sponges is .
Sunscreen
Wearing SPF every day is an important habit to form if you want to prevent premature ageing on your face.
Asako says: "I always recommend using sunscreen to protect the skin from sun damage.
"Sun damage is one of the main causes of premature ageing, so it's important to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
"There are many budget-friendly sunscreens available that are effective and won't break the bank."
Eye cream
Asako says: "One product that I often recommend to clients is a good eye cream.
"The delicate skin around the eyes is often one of the first places to show signs of ageing, so using an eye cream can help keep this area looking youthful and radiant.
"Look for an eye cream that contains ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and caffeine to help reduce puffiness, fine lines, and dark circles."
La Roche-Posay hydraphase hyaluronic acid eye cream is currently just .
Green tea
Green tea is packed with antioxidants - which can also help combat the signs of premature ageing.
Asako says: "Another great budget product that can help keep skin looking youthful is green tea.
"Green tea is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and protect the skin from damage.
"You can drink green tea, or even apply it topically as a toner or facial mist."
Facial massage
Asako adds "Lastly, I recommend incorporating facial massage into your skincare routine.
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"Facial massage helps increase circulation and lymphatic drainage, which can help reduce puffiness and promote a more youthful appearance.
"You can use your fingers or a facial roller to gently massage your skin in upward and outward motions."
