‘This is really wonderful. Its consistency is lovely and thick, so a little goes a long way. It absorbs beautifully into my skin, making it feel soft and plump’
While ageing is inevitable, the right skincare can make a noticeable difference. And one new launch is already generating buzz among mature shoppers who say it genuinely delivers results.
Tropic Skincare has unveiled the Youth Potion Advanced (£90), an upgraded version of its original Youth Potion (£78), which has long been a favourite for its anti-ageing benefits. The new formula promises to go even further, with the brand claiming it features the world’s first natural retinal and is seven times more potent than its predecessor.
The serum aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve firmness, and refine uneven skin tone and texture. Early customer feedback, particularly from those with mature skin, has been glowing, with some describing it as ‘the best ever.’
Due to its potency, the brand advises users to apply one to two pumps to freshly cleansed skin in the evening, starting with two to three applications per week to allow the skin time to adjust. Frequency can then be increased over time as tolerance builds.
However, for anyone unsure about retinol, Medik8 Bakuchiol Peptides (£55) is a plant-based alternative. Instead, it uses bakuchiol peptides to soothe sensitive skin, boost radiance, and reduce fine lines.
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Tropic Skincare’s Youth Potion is designed to accelerate visible skin renewal and improve multiple signs of ageing.
As mentioned, though, the Youth Potion Advanced has had more than 70 five-star reviews at the time of writing. One happy shopper in her mid-50s shared: “I honestly love love this product, I liked the original, but it has been 7x more potent than the original. Advanced is a game-changer.
“I can truly say I saw a difference in my face as little as a week; just softer looking, more refined looking, and now my wrinkles look less crepey. Not gone, but less noticeable and less depth.”
Meanwhile, a second user in her 50s piped up: “This is really wonderful. Its consistency is lovely and thick, so a little goes a long way. It absorbs beautifully into my skin, making it feel soft and plump.
“Although I’ve only used it for a short period of time, it’s certainly improved the texture of my skin, and it feels much softer and more hydrated. The best serum ever.”
In fact, it doesn’t have any negative reviews yet. However, one four-star review reads: “It’s much thicker than the previous version.”
On a brighter note, a Tropic Skincare fan in her early 70s said: “I’m in my early seventies, and this is hands down incredible at making my skin smoother, way firmer, especially my jawline, and fine lines are getting way less pronounced, especially around my lips. It has also faded age spots around my eyes.”
Alongside the serum, the brand has also launched the Calm and Correct Treatment (£32), a complexion product designed to neutralise the look of redness. The adaptive formula works with individual skin tones to provide natural-looking coverage, avoiding the grey or chalky finish that can sometimes accompany colour-correcting products.
One happy reviewer shared: “I struggle with some rosacea and am constantly trying different products. This one has excellent coverage without looking like caked-on makeup.”
Meanwhile, another said: “Having some redness from previous sun damage as well as from dermatitis/rosacea, I was really looking forward to trying the calm and correct. Was absolutely delighted, it not only covered the redness but made the skin feel much more comfortable and look good.”
Elsewhere, Erborian CC’s Red Correct (£15, Look Fantastic) might be a better option. It helps to conceal unwanted rosiness while providing SPF 30 protection.
