Late for your Botox top-up? We feel your pain. Let’s share a brief pause to berate Boris, and then thank our lucky stars we have microneedle patches in our beauty arsenal. The following patches are so good, they will effectively ease this temporary Botox blip. Also, you will save a small fortune. However, we haven’t forgotten, Mr Prime Minister. We haven’t forgotten.

1.Skyn Iceland Dissolving Microneedle Eye patches, £14, www.amazon.co.uk

Here we have some next-generation skincare in action. The press-on patches boast innovative bioactive dissolving microneedles. These simply melt deep into the skin’s layers to deliver much-needed nutrients. Thirsty skin is quenched with a boost of hyaluronic acid. The outcome is a noticeable reduction in the appearance of fine lines and an impressively firmer complexion.

2.Swiss Clinic Microneedle Patches, £39, www.swissclinic.com

Every product we have reviewed by Swiss Clinic has been outstanding, so our expectations were high. Their microneedle patches certainly do not disappoint. Each patch features 148 microstructures, with 100% hyaluronic acid. The results are nothing short of miraculous. For optimal results apply the patches at bedtime and remove them when you awake. You will be amazed.

3.111SKIN Meso Infusion Overnight Micro Mask Box, £28, www.selfridges.com

If you don’t want fine lines, wrinkles and discolouration to be your bag, read on. This ingenious mask offers micro-cones bursting with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C. These spend the night working wonders on your skin. Consequently, vital ingredients are deeply absorbed, to unveil a beautifully rejuvenated and luminous complexion by the morning. All you need to do is apply them and not wriggle about too much in your sleep. This is a lazy girl’s dream!

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