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The Products Our Beauty Editors Swear By

written by: Kristen - Beauty Editorpublished on 26 Sep, 2024

The Products Beauty Editors Use

Asking us to narrow down and write about our most-loved and go-to products is one heck of a task. There are simply far too many favourite beauty products to list! Yet, we've managed to pull together and consolidate a curated collection of products that cover skincare, hair care products, makeup and beauty supplements that we can't do without, and know you will love too.

SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic

There is little wonder why this antioxidant and potent anti aging serum is a best-seller from SkinCeuticals. You may know that SkinCeuticals Antioxidants are of the highest quality, recommended by Dermatologists and scientifically formulated, but they are also so easy to use! It's the clever combination of 15% pure Vitamin C in addition to 1% Vitamin E and 0.5% Ferulic Acid that creates a supercharged formulation to fend off free-radical damage, fine lines, wrinkles and skin dullness.

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Alpha-H Liquid Gold With 5% Glycolic Acid

We know that you're more than likely already using or have used the cult-fave Alpha-H Liquid Gold, but in case you haven't... run, don't walk! In a nutshell, it is a hero exfoliating treatment containing 5% Glycolic Acid & AHA and a unique low pH of 2.8-3.0. The Alpha-H Liquid Gold works to tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. It is also a strong advocate for stimulating the natural production of collagen and Hyaluronic Acid in the skin to provide a rejuvenated, brighter and plumper looking complexion.

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ASAP Super B Complex

The ASAP Super B Complex aims to refine pores, brighten the skin, soothe, even skin tone, promote collagen production, boosts hydration and can even help to reduce the harshness of acne. It's a multitasking super star! This award winning face serum has been formulated to incorporate Niacinamide & Vitamin B in addition to unique ingredients to enhance effectiveness. Red Clover Flower has the power to minimise pores and balance oil production. All whilst the Licorice Extract exerts anti-irritation and skin tone balancing radiance benefits.

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Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50

Whether we're out enjoying the sunshine for long periods of time, travelling short commutes in the outdoors or using the usual suspects of AHAs, Salicylic Acid & BHAs or Retinol & Vitamin A in our routines, applying a broad spectrum SPF skincare sunscreen is absolutely essential. As a champion of the Dermalogica Age Smart range, the Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 is a medium-weight moisturiser with boosted protection against UV rays. It's also enriched with Antioxidant White Tea, Polyphenols and Polypeptide which all aid in reducing the appearance of prematurely aged skin.

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Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6

Now this is as close to a youth potion as it gets. The Medik8 Crystal Retinal range boasts stabilised Retinal, a well tolerated derivative of Vitamin A, for unrivalled anti-ageing results. Forming part of the Medik8 Corrective Seums line up, this potent skin treatment transforms the skin by enhancing smooth texture, refining fine lines & wrinkles all whilst delivering a hydration hit via Hyaluronic Acid. Furthermore, Crystal Retinal makes a great choice of skin care for acne sufferers as it effectively minimises the beacteria that causes breakouts to help keep skin clear. In addition, the Medik8 Crystal Retinal range offers you entry level potency from 0.01% all the way up to Medik8 Crystal Retinal 20 with 0.2% concentration so you can achieve amplified skin results gradually.

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Jane Iredale Glow Time Pro BB Cream SPF25

It's time to get glowing adn kick skin dullness to the curb! The Jane Iredale Glow Time Pro BB Cream SPF25 is a full-coverage mineral BB Cream that comes in 14 globally includive shades. Glow Time has a alluring blurring effect as it minimises pores, covers blemishes and brightens the skin, creating a smooth and radiant canvas for the rest of your makeup routine. Consider this your concealer, face corrector, and foundation in one!

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Aspect Phytostat 9

The Aspect Phytostat is the ultimate all-rounder, and always a favourite staff purchase. Whether you're looking for a day moisturiser, night cream, neck cream or eye cream, the Aspect Phytostat 9 can do it all. This 4-in-1 moisturiser is suitable for all skin types and encapsulates a softening blend of Sunflower Seed, Shea Butter, Vitamin E to provide nourishment and antioxidant benefits. The Phytostat moisturiser is also enriched with ChroNOline, a peptide that promotes the smoothing of fine lines and wrinkles to make this a truly anti aging skin care super star.

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The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Essential Supercharged Formula

They say that beauty starts from within, therefore it's a good job we reach for The Beauty Chef Glow Inner Beauty Essential Supercharged Formula. This daily beauty powder will offer you that ‘lit from within’ glow as it promotes radiant skin! Furthermore, it is also super beneficial for your gut health. The formula consists of Vitamin C to boost collagen production and Zinc to support the growth of healthy hair and strong nails. In addition, this beauty powder is filled with 18 Certified Organic whole foods. These include Pomegranate Fruit Peel Extract, Queen Garnet Plum and Bio-Fermented Maqui Berries. Overall, it is a great tasting and easy addition to your daily diet.

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K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

K18 is the brand that has the answers to all of our hair concerns and the K18 Leave-in Molecular Repair Hair Mask is like a genie in a bottle for everyone. Designed to rescue dry, damaged and even severely compromised hair, this 4 minute miracle softens, smooths and defrizzes in a flash. The lightweight formula is enriched with antioxidants, bioactive peptides and restorative actives to repair the keratin and impart vital deep hydration. All it takes is one pump to begin restoring your hair and we promise, you'll wish you tried it sooner! K18 really is one of those essentail hair care products.

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We hope that these products bring you as much joy as they bring to us and we can't wait to share more of our go-to, can't live without products in the future.