Formulated with a bunch of active ingredients that provide a range of results, (just as a buffet does!) this unique product from The Ordinary includes Matrixyl and SYN-AKE, as well as a mixture of peptides and amino acids. Matrixyl, also available on its own from The Ordinary, comes in a number of forms, two of which are included in this cocktail of a product–Matrixyl 3000 and Matrixyl Synthe’6. Before you get lost in the big words and numbers, here’s the lowdown. Both derivations of this ingredient stimulate collagen production, meaning your skin will be slowly re-filled with the stuff that keeps it looking young. Matrixyl is also excellent at repairing the skin, thus helping to combat the effects of environmental damage and free radicals.

SYN-AKE is the other notable ingredient that helps to make up the “Buffet.” You may have heard of it before, but if you’re totally unaware, well, don’t be scared–but it’s snake venom. We hear your gasps and totally agree! What’s snake venom doing in a skincare product? Well, SYN-AKE is actually a synthetically manufactured ingredient that replicates the anti-ageing benefits of snake venom, so never fear–you won’t need to reach for the tourniquet just yet! In all seriousness, SYN-AKE also works to re-instil collagen and give skin new elasticity. Overall, the “Buffet” is ideal if you want to really tackle ageing signs head-on.

Who should use it: Those who are seriously looking to fend off physical signs of ageing.

When to use: AM + PM following cleansing, every day.