Saving face over festive season: Avoiding complexion meltdowns this Christmas

Katie Wright asks the experts what we can do to prevent total complexion meltdown in the run-up to Christmas

WITH fizz flowing, cheesy tunes blaring and mince pies aplenty, there’s a lot of indulgent fun to be had at the seasonal shindigs. But if you’re not careful, by December 25, your face will end up looking like a turkey that’s been left in the oven too long.

“Christmas parties mean a lot of alcohol, very little sleep, and possibly smoking as well,” explains consultant dermatologist Dr Penelope Tympanidis. “And as a result of wearing too much make-up (or from non-meticulous make-up removal) the results can mean puffy eyes, dark circles, dull looking skin, dehydration and spots.”