If you apply one thing to your face each day, it should be moisturiser. Like muscle groups and metabolism, skin has memory in that everything you do too it as a teenager and in early-adulthood will be replicated in middle age and later. Needless to say, a twice-daily cleanser and occasional exfoliant is important in clearing the pores so that a good moisturiser can be absorbed. From there, it’s key to find one that suits your skin type - something dense for drier skin, and lightweight for oil-prone skin. Market Editor Brad Homes has tried and tested the best of what’s available, from the ultra-decadent Perricone MD cream with lipoid acid to maintain skin’s elasticity, to the completely organic moisturiser from Dr Jackson’s Natural Products for those sticking to a strict ‘paleo’ lifestyle. And if it’s not integrated into the moisturiser, as is the case with the Ultraceuticals ‘Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 30+’, for example, ensure you follow with a sunscreen for extra protection against the sun’s harsh rays.