It’s officially autumn. With that comes skin-brightening formulas, the latest clean mascara, and a woody citrus scent inspired by a precious gem. Here’s everything that’s caught our discerning eyes this week, says editor Trudi Brewer.
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It’s time to settle into the joy of autumn, here’s some of the best skin-loving beauty buys.
Autumn is the time to address dull, sun-damaged skin with two tried and tested names in skincare. Ceramide capsules and retinol. Introducing the latest power shot of retinol (vitamin A) in a convenient, nourishing capsule. How I hear you say? Each pre-measured capsule has a blend of pure retinol plus HPR, a new-generation retinoid, that is gentle enough to use day and night, along with barrier-strengthening ceramides, skin-firming peptides that help correct fine lines and skin texture - genius.
Matte, but not as you know it. This new lippy offers 24-hour wear in a no-budge finish that doesn’t feel dry thanks to the hyaluronic acid and cranberry extracts that nourish and protect lips. To top it off, the 16 shades of concentrated pigment give lips a lasting stain that dries to a barely there feel.
Dubbed the ‘Serum that evens skin tone with a warm glow.’ Who doesn’t want that? This sheer golden tint is also stacked with skincare benefits, including niacinamide (vitamin B3) to brighten skin, the antioxidant herb Centella Asiatica, watermelon and one of our favourite hydrating ingredients, hyaluronic acid.
One of our favourite mascaras now has a natural option. No easy feat. Formulated with bamboo fibres and a goji berry, the Pullulan sugar (extracted from starch) is natural but with the same iconic hourglass-shaped brush that lifts, separates and coats each lash in glossy black, all the more reason to love it.
Spiked with zesty pink grapefruit and the freshness of green sap, softened by Damascena rose and musky iris. But it makes for the perfect autumn scent because it’s laced with the aroma of warming solar woods housed in this precious gemstone-inspired bottle.
Luminous and lightweight, it’s the perfect powder to give the skin a touch of golden light on cheekbones, the bridge of the nose and Cupid's bow. Cruelty-free with none of the nasties - this limited edition powder is gorgeous.
A designer scent laced with vanilla.