GO WITH THE GLOW

If the winter weather has made your skin look dull, Lancme offers a solution with Resurface-C (RRP £59), a dual-action microdermabrasion kit containing vitamin C to achieve smooth and radiant skin. The two-step process begins with Resurfacing Cream, using aluminium micro-crystals to polish the skin's surface plus shea butter and apricot kernel oil to retain moisture levels. Then the Radiance Booster Serum with vitamin C soothes the skin and strengthens its resistance, leading to long-lasting radiance.

FAMILY TREE

Lancme introduces Color Design Sensational Effects Eye Shadow (RRP £10), with 16 vibrant shades divided into five 'families' of special effects. The Intenses shades create bright exotic colours, the Metallics give a precious metal effect, and Matte shades offer warm sophistication. Try Sheens for a holographic effect, or Shimmerings for a soft dusting of glitter. Each 'family' features the Soft Wax SystemTM formula and Air-Jetfine powder technology for deeper, longer-lasting colour.

MEDITERRANEAN MAGIC

Cheer yourself up by looking ahead to spring and summer with Este Lauder's new Mediterranean Colors collection, introducing a variety of exotic and lush new shades. Pure Color Crystal Lipstick (RRP £14.50) now comes in colours like Passion Fruit and Ripe Papaya, while the Graphic Color Eye Shadow Quad (RRP £30) is available in Charming Pink and Sizzling Coral palettes. New Exotic Shimmer All Over Highlighting Powder (RRP £25) gives skin a fresh, pearl-kissed glow and can be worn with or without foundation.

Estee Lauder also launches its on-line shopping service, which allows customers to shop quickly and conveniently from home, whether choosing a gift or replenishing beauty essentials. With access to all products, the service offers a variety of delivery options, plus free gift-wrapping, personal invitations to in-store events and many special promotions. Log on to www.esteelauder.co.uk.

WINTER WARDROBE

Clinique suggests four must-have products to see you through till spring: for the face, Superdefense Triple Action Moisturiser (RRP £22) hydrates the skin and contains SPF 25 for extra protection, while Repairwear Intensive Lip Treatment (RRP £20) gives attention to the fragile lip area with anti-ageing and smoothing ingredients.

Deep Comfort Body Butter (RRP £19.50) is described as the ultimate in moisturisation; the luxurious creamy formula particularly targets rough skin on the elbows, knees and heels.

And don't forget the hands - combat premature ageing with Stop Signs Hand Repair (RRP £13), easily absorbed into the skin and designed to guard against chipped and split nails.