Face shavers
Although a morning shave is traditionally a manly beauty duty, recent research proves the practice has benefits for women - if they choose to take it on.
According to studies, shaving your face regularly not only removes unwanted hair but also exfoliates skin, stimulates collagen production and staves off wrinkles. If you're willing to give it a go, use a specifically designed facial razor - their slim holders and single blades make the job much easier.
Ice rollers
For those who have used the old trick of placing a cold spoon on puffy eyelids, ice rollers won't seem too strange. Growing in popularity in Asia, the ice roller is a simple handheld device that is filled with a mixture of water and gel.
After cooling it in the fridge, just roll it gently across the face to reduce puffiness, calm redness and blotchy patches and even firm the skin.
Emu oil
Emu oil acts as a natural anti-inflammatory. Extracted from the fat of the bird, it contains high levels of skin-saving vitamins A and E, as well as omega-3, -6 and -9 fatty acids.
Indigenous Australians first discovered the oil's medicinal qualities, easing conditions such as eczema, burns and acne and helping prevent wrinkles. Available in capsule, liquid and creams .
Konjac sponges
The konnyaku plant, grown up in the mountains of Asia, is made up of 97 per cent water and has been used for the past 1500 years in Korea, Japan and China for both medicinal and beauty purposes.
Konjac sponges are sculpted from the plant and free from chemicals, colouring, additives and irritants. As a tool, they deeply cleanse, exfoliate and detoxify skin and are gentle enough to use on sensitive skin. www.konjacsponge.co.nz
Snail slime
Packed with collagen, glycolic acid and antibiotics, snail slime has the ability to reduce acne scarring, dryness, hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
It was first embraced by the ancient Greeks and is now back in a big way, appearing on the ingredient list of many skincare products.
