'I tried these boujie face serums for a week, and they just dethroned my all-time faves.'

Thanks to our brand partner, Indagàre Natural Beauty

Despite my repeated attempts to convince myself otherwise, I am definitely in my 40s now.

I've been through the first four stages of grief (denial was a doozy) — and now that I've reached acceptance, I'm focusing on what I can control.

Aka, I'm doing what I can about the general "my skin used to bounce back faster" feeling that's been missing from my life since I entered my fifth decade.

Now, in my line of work, I get to try a lot of beauty products. And yeah, there are some really good ones out there — but the most recent bottles of magic potion to fall on my desk were predicted to steal my heart.

Enter: Indagàre Natural Beauty's range of nutrient-rich organic skincare.

They talk a pretty big game, offering research-backed products created with top-quality botanical ingredients.

Just a caveat here: obviously, ageing is a gift. But there's also nothing wrong with wanting your skin to look its best and brightest self, right?

And so, in an effort to nab a glowy and smoother-looking appearance, I wanted to see if Indagàre's products lived up to the hype. So I've been trying out the Indagàre Illumino Youth Face Serum ($99) and Signature Night Recovery Face Oil ($79).

And let me tell you — this is the good stuff.

What's in Indagàre's face serum and oil?

The daytime Illumino Youth Face Serum is packed with certified-organic prickly pear seed oil and neroli, along with high levels of linoleic acid, betalains and vitamin E. These ingredients help support healthy, youthful-looking skin while reducing the appearance of scarring and pigmentation.

Meanwhile, the Signature Night Recovery Face Oil is designed to work its magic while you sleep.

Packed with omega fatty acids and antioxidants from 18 botanicals, it works to improve the appearance of skin texture and fine lines while enhancing hydration, leaving the complexion refreshed and radiant.

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All sounds pretty epic, right?

So, I put them to the test to see if they delivered — here's how it went.

My experience.

Okay, these serums get instant points for the luxe packaging. But aside from looking cute on my bathroom vanity, it's what's inside the droppers that counts.

I started my morning with the Indagàre Illumino Youth Face Serum, and the first thing I noticed was its lightweight feel.

Plus, the fresh floral scent reminded me of an expensive facial in a fancy day spa, which was delish and the formula absorbed quickly with no oily residue — winner.

That evening, I tried the Signature Night Recovery Face Oil, which has a slightly thicker, richer feel but still absorbed beautifully. The scent was different to the day serum but equally delicious and it felt a wee bit spesh pampering myself with this potion before climbing into bed.

The next morning, my skin felt super-soft and juicy — and that was all the encouragement I needed to stick to the regimen every day for a week.

And friends, things just kept getting better from there.

I've had experiences in the past where my skin starts to freak out when I use targeted serums, but not with this duo. My skin has stayed clear and calm while using the morning serum and night oil.

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I also noticed throughout the week that my base was going on more smoothly, which was an exciting outcome. And while seven days isn't necessarily long enough to be able to see massive changes, there's no question I could feel the difference.

Oh, and on day seven, I had not one but two co-workers complimenting me on how great my skin looked — so that's definitely a big tick.

The verdict.

I can confidently say Indagàre's serum duo has truly exceeded my expectations — my skin looks extra glowy and my fine lines appear smoother.

What's impressed me most is how my skin seems to stay hydrated throughout the entire day — no mid-afternoon tightness or shininess in sight.

Using these serums morning and night feels like a little moment of luxury for myself — a delightful ritual that makes skincare feel less like a routine and more like self-care.

The Illumino Youth Face Serum gives my skin a radiant appearance in the morning and sets my skin up for the day, while the Signature Night Recovery Oil works its youthful magic overnight.

Together, they're officially my face's new besties.

And are they worth the price tag? Absolutely.

Considering the quality of the ingredients (all natural, organic and ethically sourced), the fact that you need just a few drops each application (meaning these bottles will last practically forever) and (duh) the visible difference in my skin's appearance, this pair is a no-brainer.

Want to try both? Shop Indagàre Natural Beauty's mini face oils online.

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Indagare [in-da-gà-ray] means, in Latin, to 'investigate". The name represents our investigative journey into the beauty industry. What we learnt about some mainstream beauty products shocked us: the still too common toxic ingredients; supply chains that put profit before fair pay; and the horrific practice of animal testing. It helped confirm our deeply held belief in the importance of conscious consumerism. We've built Indagare's product line and the entire brand around the philosophy that remarkably effective skincare can also be ethical and free of harmful chemicals.