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1 Dr Hauschka Intensive Treatment 02, $135
Pimples are not just the preserve of the teenager - Intensive Treatment 01 caters for them - this 02 spray-on lotion is aimed at those over 25 who are still troubled by oily, acne-prone skin. It's a 28-day treatment to calm and clarify, containing witch hazel. From Smith & Caughey, selected Farmers and limited health stores and pharmacies.
2 Dr Hauschka Intensive Treatment 05, $170
Another month-long treatment from the well-regarded German skincare company that's a favourite of Madonna. In honour of her 50th, we've picked this revitalising serum that targets menopausal skin to help reduce blotchiness and uneven pigmentation: say what you like about the sinewy singer, her skin's in good nick for her age. As above or see www.drhauschka.co.nz for stockists.
3 Earth Mama Angel Baby Happy Feet, $15.90
A herbal soak aimed at relieving pressure on pregnant women's swollen feet. Comes as a loose mix of sea salts, rosemary, and lavender designed to steep in its muslin bag, with a fragrance that invites you to take a load off. From Life pharmacies and specialist stores.
4 Schwarzkopf Bonacure Time Restore Q10 Shampoo, $29.60
A shampoo aimed at boosting mature and fragile hair by stimulating flagging keratin production at root level to strengthen and add shine. The range includes conditioner, treatment rinse and a spray. From Schwarzkopf salons, details 0800-930-930.5 Mahu Mother and Baby Gift Set, $44.95
Developed by midwife Kathryn Fromont using a name which means gentle in some Maori dialects. This set contains baby wash, nappy cream, stretch mark lotion and nipple cream, with healing manuka honey. A thoughtful and useful gift. See www.mahu.co.nz
