As a woman I’m always on the hunt for the latest, greatest “best beauty buy.” And as a Mum, I’m knackered. Not being a martyr, but my skin is tired, far more sensitive than it used to be, and let’s face it, short of surgery it could really do with any help it can get. Add a glass (or three) of Pinot Noir now and then, food that is woofed on the hop, and bucket loads of multi-tasking, I am open to anything.

ELEMENTAL HERBOLOGY

And so it was with absolute joy that I was introduced to the range that is Elemental Herbology. Made in England and packed with nutrients, the Elemental Herbology range is all about responsible harvesting and 100% free of any nasty fragrances, mineral oils, sulphates or parabens and preservatives; it truly delivers without loading your bloodstream with unpleasant, unnatural additives and, I promise you, after three months of using their range, I can assure you the results are instantaneous and long-lasting. Now, every lotion, potion, fragrance and oil I have tried I have loved, but a few stand out as being brilliant for tired mums and life-savers for those who travel.

TREE OF LIFE BALM

Loaded with 8 bio-oils, this is a wonder balm. An intensive moisturiser, it is recommended by Elemental Herbology for stretch marks and chapped feet, lips and hands. It’s fantastic for daily use on your belly when you’re pregnant, but I personally like to use it nightly in place of a cleanser. Rinse with warm water and a muslin cloth and, if you have seriously dry skin like me, you’ll see a difference in days. I’ve also tested this throughout long haul flights. I never ever fly with make up on and, hourly, popped some of this on my face to keep skin from dehydrating as only it can at 38,000 feet. This makes a wonderful lip salve, too.

HARMONISING CLEANSE

Infused with 100% plant oils, again, this is great for those with dry skin but it won’t cause break outs either. It’ll easily remove all stubborn traces of make up, though I personally use it every morning and it’s a glorious start to the day. Rub it onto dry skin and then remove with water for best results.

CELL FOOD

There is no doubt the beauty market is saturated with serums these days. Cell Food has no less than three patents though, and with very good reason. Blend into cleansed skin before applying moisturiser, and you’re basically dosing your skin with a power house of anti-oxidants, proteins and vitamins. If you’re suffering from dull skin and purchase only one product from the Elemental Herbology range, this is the one.

CELL PLUMPING FACIAL HYDRATOR

With an essential built-in SPF, this is a lightweight cream that intensely hydrates skin and, applied following the Cell Food serum, will leave your skin plumped and beautifully nourished. Fortified with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and ultra-hydrating botanicals, it is ideal during winter months and is designed with dry and mature skin in mind. It is for that reason that it is a fantastic in-flight moisturising option. Apply throughout the flight and on arrival and no one will know you’re tired and jet lagged.

NEROLI AND ROSE DAMASK BODY CREAM

We all love a good moisturiser and this ticks every box. It blends straight into skin – I don’t have the time or patience for anything that doesn’t absorb rapidly – it serves as an intense moisturiser (I keep it on my desk as it makes a wonderful hand cream, too) and it smells heavenly. Infused with pure Rose Damask water and lashings of botanical nourishment, this moisturises and soothes even the most sensitive of skin. Either buy one to take abroad or treat yourself to one of these at home. Loaded with 6 bio-oils, it intensely nourishes as any excellent body creams should do. (The body wash is wonderful too and used in tandem doesn’t overload skin).

Elemental herbology can be order at www.elementalherbology.com or purchased at Space NK.