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My dermatologist taught me the best £2.39 Superdrug tip – it ages your skin backwards 10 years & takes seconds to apply

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WHEN it comes to anti-aging secrets, Elle McNamara has been setting the standard for years.

The skincare guru, known to her fans as Bambi Does Beauty, has mastered the art of smoothing fine lines and reducing wrinkles. 

Elle has revealed how she looked younger now than a decade ago
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Elle has revealed how she looked younger now than a decade agoCredit: instagram/bambidoesbeauty
She previously explained how she skips two vital steps from her routine
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She previously explained how she skips two vital steps from her routineCredit: instagram/bambidoesbeauty
Elle has a skin routine for when she travels and it's a game changer for preventing fine lines
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Elle has a skin routine for when she travels and it's a game changer for preventing fine linesCredit: bambidoesbeauty

At 33, she looks so youthful that many assume Botox is behind her glowing complexion - but Elle swears it’s all down to her expert skincare routine.

And she thanks a simple travel hack which she believes knocks 10 years off your skin, and is a must to do when travelling. 

She revealed that putting on a collagen mask for the duration of a flight is the best anti-ageing trick. 

Elle shared a video of her putting the collagen mask on whilst she travels, and said: “The dermatologist that told us that collagen masks age your skin 10 years backwards on a flight, I owe you. 

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“Never going on a long haul flight without a collagen mask from now on.” 

Collagen masks can be

Experts have previously revealed how collagen masks can be a game-changer for in-flight skincare, helping to temporarily smooth fine lines and wrinkles while keeping your skin looking fresh. 

Collagen, a vital protein, provides structure and support to the skin, maintaining its firmness, elasticity, and youthful glow - making it the perfect travel companion for your beauty routine.

Many people rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts, with one person asking: “These masks just dry my skin out - what am I doing wrong?”

Elle replied: “Apply hydration BEFORE applying the mask! 

The £6 Boots buy that Molly-Mae swears by in winter when her skin gets dry and starts cracking - she uses the matching body oil too

“It’s meant to seal hydration in. I never apply just to dry skin - that's the key.”

We previously revealed Elle’s other secrets to looking so skin-credible. 

Her surprising tricks? Skipping two key steps in her face-washing process - a move she credits with helping her turn back the clock.

Elle has ditched her morning cleansing routine and rarely exfoliates anymore.

Elle claims that her dermatologist taught her the travel hack which is anti-ageing
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Elle claims that her dermatologist taught her the travel hack which is anti-ageingCredit: bambidoesbeauty
Collagen masks can be bought from Superdrug for cheap
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Collagen masks can be bought from Superdrug for cheapCredit: bambidoesbeauty

“I stopped cleansing my skin in the morning,” she shared on Instagram.

“I was only cleansing every morning because I thought that was what I was ‘supposed’ to do.

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“Even if you have clog-prone skin, this is a game changer.”

While skincare experts have differing views on whether morning face washing is essential, Elle believes in letting your skin’s natural overnight oils continue to work their magic throughout the day.

What are the best Aldi beauty dupes?

ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness.

Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews:

Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic

Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic

Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi's £18)

Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It's a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic.

Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream

Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream

Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea's £10)

Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream

Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream

Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie's £292)

Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser

Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle's £17.50)

Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer

Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer

Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox's £26)

Lacura Miracle Cream

Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream

Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden's £28)

Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask

Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask

Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh's £52)

Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask

Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment

Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow's £42)

Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation

Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation

Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder's £34)

Lacura Tinted Lip Oils

Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil

Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty's £20)

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