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The Irish Sun
11 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
We asked 12 beauty experts to spill on their favourite beauty buys – some cost £450, others just £2
IN the wise words of Jessie J, it's not about the money where beauty buying is concerned. In fact, more than a third of Boots Advantage Card members shopped for both budget-friendly make-up and premium cosmetics in 2024, focusing their attention not on how much products costs but on what really works - not something that's always easy to work out. Advertisement To find out where we should be spending our money, and what products we can save on, we asked 10 industry experts for their favourite budget beauty product, and the one they will shell out for. Tara Ledden, Beauty Editor 32 These are the products Beauty Editor Tara Ledden buys again and again Credit: Tara Ledden I'm a huge fan of high street beauty, as there are so many brilliant products lining the shelves today, you really don't have to spend loads to arm yourself with hard-working products. However, if I'm going to splurge, it's almost always on skincare. BUDGET BUY 32 This multi-tasking spray is a hair saviour Credit: Arkive ARKIVE The Prologue Hair Primer, £4.50 Advertisement READ MORE IN BEAUTY I talk about It's super lightweight, yet it still dissolves tangles and manages to leave hair noticeably softer and more shiny - while also protecting it from heat - without leaving any residue behind. It's impossible to use too much, so if you have fine hair like me, you don't need to worry about it feeling dirty or limp. BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 This moisturiser is worth the splurge Credit: Tatcha Advertisement Tatcha The Silk Cream, £123 Most read in Fabulous I discovered Within days, I was getting compliments on how good my skin looked, including one from a fellow beauty editor well versed in my history of acne, who exclaimed: "Your skin looks like porcelain!" before we'd even said hello. I'd used it for a week before I googled the price, and I instantly started using a tiny pea-sized amount to try to make the tub last longer, thinking I'd never be able to justify a repurchase. Advertisement Unfortunately for my bank balance, I've not found a cheaper moisturiser that compares, and have since re-stocked multiple times. Jamie Genevieve, make-up artist and founder of V ieve 32 These are the products Jamie Genevieve swears by Credit: Jamie Genevieve As a make-up artist, it doesn't get more fun than testing and trying new make-up launches. BUDGET BUY 32 This serum is instantly hydrating Credit: BYOMA Advertisement Byoma Hydrating Serum, £12.99 Everything from Byoma is simple, effective and fuss-free, with a super-accessible price point. gives skin a hit of hydration, making it great to use ahead of applying make-up. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I love my luxurious facials with facialists Advertisement I go to KMP Skin in London and Age Refined Glasgow for medical-grade treatments. Dr Christine Hall, aesthetics doctor and pharmacist 32 Dr Christina Hall has these products on her bathroom shelf Credit: Dr Christina Hall One product I never spend lots of money on is a cleanser, as you really don't need to. BUDGET BUY 32 This SPF has a lightweight texture Credit: Beauty of Joseon Advertisement Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF 50, £15.50 The textures and finishes of Korean SPFs are unrivalled because they're so lightweight and non-greasy, plus they're often hybrid products. , offers premium protection and doubles up as a moisturiser. BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 This serum is worth the investment Credit: Skinceuticals Advertisement Skinceuticals Silymarin CF Serum, £165 Mollie Burdell, beauty journalist and make-up artist 32 These are the beauty buys Mollie Burdell adds to her basket Credit: Mollie Burdell You don't need to spend much to create an exceptional skincare or make-up routine, but I'm also a real sucker for glitzy tools and gadgets. Advertisement BUDGET BUY 32 This foundation gives pricey formulas a run for their money Credit: e.l.f e.l.f cosmetics Soft Glam Satin Foundation, £8 , is one of my favourite bases because it gives the most natural glow-giving coverage with minimal effort required, and works beautifully on all skin types. BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 This innovation is a game-changer Credit: DYSON Advertisement Dyson Supersonic r Hairdryer, £449.99 I first experienced the new , at Larry King's salon, and I immediately knew I needed one for myself. It's nifty, lightweight and an absolute joy to use. Emily Lansley, celebrity manicurist, facialist and tanning expert 32 These are Emily Lansley's top picks Credit: Emily Lansley Advertisement When adding to my beauty kit, I always keep prevention, protection and good gut health at the forefront of my mind. BUDGET BUY 32 You'll love this beauty bargain Credit: BOOTS Boots Glow Gua Sha, £8.50 A gua sha, like , is one of the best things you can use at home for lymphatic drainage - you'll see instant tightening results. Advertisement BLOWOUT BEAUTY is a body contouring and lymphatic drainage device . It supercharges your metabolism, reduces inflammation throughout your body and improves your skin and gut health from the inside out. Adam Reed, hairstylist and founder of Arkive Headcare 32 Here's what the hairstylist swears by Credit: Adam Reed Creating and sticking to a routine is near impossible for my ADHD mind, so I make sure I keep things really simple. BUDGET BUY 32 Keep it simple with this moisturiser Credit: Nivea Advertisement Nivea Soft Moisturising Cream, £2 I use , absolutely everywhere, and it's also a great base for making fragrances last. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I take weekly visits to the nail salon for a mani/pedi. My job is aggressive on my hands, so I really take care of them. is my go-to. Katie Onyejekwe, aesthetician and skincare educator 32 These are the products Katie Onyejekwe loves Credit: Katie Onyejekwe Advertisement My beauty routine is simple, results-driven and efficacious. BUDGET BUY 32 This budget lip liner has gone viral Credit: RIMMEL LONDON Rimmel Lasting Finish Lip Liner in Cappuccino, £3.99 is the perfect nude shade for my skin tone - once applied it really does stay put, which I find a lot of other liners don't. Advertisement BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 Achieve a sculpted look Credit: Pure Lift Pure Lift Pro EMS tool, £674 I use in my facials, and occasionally on myself. It visibly lifts and helps to drain away water retention, leaving you looking sculpted. Iram Shelton, celebrity nail artist and lifestyle creator 32 Iram Shelton regularly uses these products Credit: Iram Shelton Advertisement I spend way more than average on beauty, but it's part of my job, so I see it as a business investment too! BUDGET BUY 32 Iram loves this cult concealer Credit: Maybelline Maybelline Instant Anti-Age Eraser Concealer, £9.99 , blends like a dream and has been in my make-up bag since my teenage years. Advertisement Some things don't need to be expensive to work. BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 A Dyson Airwrap can be a great investment Credit: Dyson Dyson Airwrap, £479.99 My Advertisement Plus, the time it saves me makes it 100% worth it. Adeola Gboyega, make-up artist 32 Here's what MUA Adeola loves Credit: Adeola Gboyega I'm not into products that are all packaging and no performance. If it doesn't get results or elevate my routine in some way, it's not worth the spend. Advertisement BUDGET BUY 32 Elevate your bodycare routine Credit: Nuxe NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Body Oil, £12.50 has a super-luxe scent for the price and I love how multi-use it is: body, hair, décolleté, even a few drops in the bath. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I believe in complementing my skincare routine with professional treatments. Advertisement Injectables, chemical peels and laser treatments help with long-term skin health and make everyday maintenance so much easier. Jules Von Hep, beauty expert & author of The Confidence Ritual My beauty kit is brimming with different products dependent on season, day of the week, mood, age. Essentially more is more, less is a bore. 32 Jules Von Hep loves these beauty products Credit: Jules Von Hep Advertisement BUDGET BUY 32 Why splurge on hair gel? Credit: Vo5 V05 Wet Look Gel, £3.50 The job of a hair gel is solely to firm up and hold in place, so why spend lots on it? , is no frills, and creates slicked-back hair every time. Advertisement BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 This stunning fragrance is a great investment Credit: Matiere Premier Matiere Premier Santal Austral, £165 for 50ml ED P Fragrance is always worth the splurge - you smell expensive because it is expensive. Douse me in and Advertisement Estee Lalonde, content creator and founder of Mirror Water 32 Estee Lalonde has these products in her bathroom Credit: Estee Lalonde Don't be swayed by trends – find what works best for you. Shopping with a list helps me to avoid impulse buys. BUDGET BUY 32 This is a skincare staple Credit: Garnier Advertisement Garnier Micellar Water, £5.49 , is a ride-or-die for me. It's perfect for all skin types and is always the first step of my evening routine to remove my make-up. BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 Soothe and balance stressed skin Credit: Reome Advertisement REOME Active Recovery Broth, £75 I'd always say to splurge on a luxurious serum. , is an all-time favourite - if my skin is showing any signs of stress, this highly concentrated formula instantly calms and soothes it. Mia Lyndon, Beauty Writer at Fabulous 32 These are the products that Mia reaches for Credit: Mia Lyndon Advertisement Never overload your skin with buzzy skin and make-up products - instead, invest time in finding products that work for you, regardless of how unsexy they may seem. BUDGET BUY 32 This cream gets the job done Credit: Cetraben Cetraben Cream, £4.84 It's taken me a long time to find the right moisturiser for my eczema-prone complexion, but I've finally found it in simple and deeply nourishing Advertisement BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 Mia likes to invest in good handcare Credit: Molton Brown Molton Brown Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Hand Wash & Lotion Set, £47 Invest in great handcare - like Molton Brown's fresh, aromatic
The Sun
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
We asked 12 beauty experts to spill on their favourite beauty buys – some cost £450, others just £2
IN the wise words of Jessie J, it's not about the money where beauty buying is concerned. In fact, more than a third of Boots Advantage Card members shopped for both budget-friendly make-up and premium cosmetics in 2024, focusing their attention not on how much products costs but on what really works - not something that's always easy to work out. To find out where we should be spending our money, and what products we can save on, we asked 10 industry experts for their favourite budget beauty product, and the one they will shell out for. Tara Ledden, Beauty Editor 32 I'm a huge fan of high street beauty, as there are so many brilliant products lining the shelves today, you really don't have to spend loads to arm yourself with hard-working products. However, if I'm going to splurge, it's almost always on skincare. BUDGET BUY BUY NOW I talk about ARKIVE The Prologue Hair Primer, £ 4.50, on an almost daily basis. In fact, when I told Beauty Writer Mia that I was going to make it my budget pick, she replied: "I knew it!" immediately. It's super lightweight, yet it still dissolves tangles and manages to leave hair noticeably softer and more shiny - while also protecting it from heat - without leaving any residue behind. It's impossible to use too much, so if you have fine hair like me, you don't need to worry about it feeling dirty or limp. BLOWOUT BEAUTY Tatcha The Silk Cream, £123 BUY NOW I discovered Tatcha The Silk Cream, £123, in the Fabulous beauty cupboard over two years ago and started slathering it on my face. Within days, I was getting compliments on how good my skin looked, including one from a fellow beauty editor well versed in my history of acne, who exclaimed: "Your skin looks like porcelain!" before we'd even said hello. I'd used it for a week before I googled the price, and I instantly started using a tiny pea-sized amount to try to make the tub last longer, thinking I'd never be able to justify a repurchase. Unfortunately for my bank balance, I've not found a cheaper moisturiser that compares, and have since re-stocked multiple times. Jamie Genevieve, make-up artist and founder of V ieve 32 As a make-up artist, it doesn't get more fun than testing and trying new make-up launches. BUDGET BUY Byoma Hydrating Serum, £12.99 Everything from Byoma is simple, effective and fuss-free, with a super-accessible price point. Byoma Hydrating Serum, £12.99 gives skin a hit of hydration, making it great to use ahead of applying make-up. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I love my luxurious facials with facialists Olivia Francesca and Nichola Joss, whose clients have included Gwyneth Paltrow and I go to KMP Skin in London and Age Refined Glasgow for medical-grade treatments. Dr Christine Hall, aesthetics doctor and pharmacist 32 One product I never spend lots of money on is a cleanser, as you really don't need to. BUDGET BUY Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF 50, £15.50 The textures and finishes of Korean SPFs are unrivalled because they're so lightweight and non-greasy, plus they're often hybrid products. , offers premium protection and doubles up as a moisturiser. BLOWOUT BEAUTY Skinceuticals Silymarin CF Serum, £165 Skinceuticals Silymarin CF Serum, £165, is formulated with oily skin in mind and was genuinely a game-changer for me in terms of clearing my skin of breakouts. Mollie Burdell, beauty journalist and make-up artist 32 You don't need to spend much to create an exceptional skincare or make-up routine, but I'm also a real sucker for glitzy tools and gadgets. BUDGET BUY e.l.f cosmetics Soft Glam Satin Foundation, £8, is one of my favourite bases because it gives the most natural glow-giving coverage with minimal effort required, and works beautifully on all skin types. BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 Dyson Supersonic r Hairdryer, £449.99 I first experienced the new Dyson Supersonic r Hairdryer, £449.99, at Larry King's salon, and I immediately knew I needed one for myself. It's nifty, lightweight and an absolute joy to use. Emily Lansley, celebrity manicurist, facialist and tanning expert 32 When adding to my beauty kit, I always keep prevention, protection and good gut health at the forefront of my mind. BUDGET BUY Boots Glow Gua Sha, £8.50 BUY HERE A gua sha, like Boots Glow Gua Sha, £8.50, is one of the best things you can use at home for lymphatic drainage - you'll see instant tightening results. BLOWOUT BEAUTY Slimyonik AIR Bodystyler treatments, from £99, is a body contouring and lymphatic drainage device. It supercharges your metabolism, reduces inflammation throughout your body and improves your skin and gut health from the inside out. Adam Reed, hairstylist and founder of Arkive Headcare 32 Creating and sticking to a routine is near impossible for my ADHD mind, so I make sure I keep things really simple. BUDGET BUY Nivea Soft Moisturising Cream, £2 I use Nivea Soft Moisturising Cream, £2, absolutely everywhere, and it's also a great base for making fragrances last. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I take weekly visits to the nail salon for a mani/pedi. My job is aggressive on my hands, so I really take care of them. Townhouse nail salon is my go-to. Katie Onyejekwe, aesthetician and skincare educator My beauty routine is simple, results-driven and efficacious. BUDGET BUY BUY HERE Rimmel Lasting Finish Lip Liner in Cappuccino, £3.99, is the perfect nude shade for my skin tone - once applied it really does stay put, which I find a lot of other liners don't. BLOWOUT BEAUTY Pure Lift Pro EMS tool, £674 I use Pure Lift Pro EMS tool, £674, in my facials, and occasionally on myself. It visibly lifts and helps to drain away water retention, leaving you looking sculpted. Iram Shelton, celebrity nail artist and lifestyle creator 32 I spend way more than average on beauty, but it's part of my job, so I see it as a business investment too! BUDGET BUY Maybelline Instant Anti-Age Eraser Concealer, £9.99 BUY HERE Maybelline Instant Anti-Age Eraser Concealer, £9.99, blends like a dream and has been in my make-up bag since my teenage years. Some things don't need to be expensive to work. BLOWOUT BEAUTY Dyson Airwrap, £479.99 BUY HERE My Dyson Airwrap, £479.99, was a major splurge, but it's the best way to achieve a salon-worthy blowout at home without frying my hair. Plus, the time it saves me makes it 100% worth it. Adeola Gboyega, make-up artist I'm not into products that are all packaging and no performance. If it doesn't get results or elevate my routine in some way, it's not worth the spend. BUDGET BUY NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Body Oil, £12.50 has a super-luxe scent for the price and I love how multi-use it is: body, hair, décolleté, even a few drops in the bath. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I believe in complementing my skincare routine with professional treatments. Injectables, chemical peels and laser treatments help with long-term skin health and make everyday maintenance so much easier. Jules Von Hep, beauty expert & author of The Confidence Ritual My beauty kit is brimming with different products dependent on season, day of the week, mood, age. Essentially more is more, less is a bore. BUDGET BUY V05 Wet Look Gel, £3.50 V05 Wet Look Gel, £3.50, is no frills, and creates slicked-back hair every time. BLOWOUT BEAUTY Matiere Premier Santal Austral, £165 for 50ml ED P is expensive. Estee Lalonde, content creator and founder of Mirror Water 32 Don't be swayed by trends – find what works best for you. Shopping with a list helps me to avoid impulse buys. BUDGET BUY BUY HERE Garnier Micellar Water, £5.49, is a ride-or-die for me. It's perfect for all skin types and is always the first step of my evening routine to remove my make-up. BLOWOUT BEAUTY I'd always say to splurge on a luxurious serum. , is an all-time favourite - if my skin is showing any signs of stress, this highly concentrated formula instantly calms and soothes it. Mia Lyndon, Beauty Writer at Fabulous 32 Never overload your skin with buzzy skin and make-up products - instead, invest time in finding products that work for you, regardless of how unsexy they may seem. BUDGET BUY 32 Cetraben Cream, £4.84 BUY HERE It's taken me a long time to find the right moisturiser for my eczema-prone complexion, but I've finally found it in simple and deeply nourishing Cetraben Cream, £4.84. Read More on The Sun CHILD 'MURDER' Woman, 37, charged with murder after boy, 4, found dead inside home MY GUILT Brit jet survivor says he'll feel guilt for life after not swapping seats with bro BLOWOUT BEAUTY 32 Molton Brown Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Hand Wash & Lotion Set, £47 BUY HERE Invest in great handcare - like Molton Brown's fresh, aromatic Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Hand Wash & Lotion Set, £47 - and you'll always be ready to have guests around!
Graziadaily
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Graziadaily
This £16 SPF Is Japan's Best-Kept Secret – Now, It's Available At Boots
Before my recent trip to Japan, I did what any beauty obsessive would: research. I knew I was heading to the skincare capital of the world, where the pharmacies are treasure troves and SPF isn't just for summer - it's a lifestyle. Japanese beauty is big. Really big. Their approach to skincare is about clever innovation, satisfying texture, and, most importantly, long-term results. And while K-beauty might get more hype online, J-beauty is quietly iconic in its own right. It may be characterised by minimalist packaging but be rest assured that it's super-effective - just look at Tatcha's best skincare products for proof. So, in between browsing matcha cafés and convenience stores, I made a pilgrimage to Don Quijote, Japan's chaotic but legendary discount megastore - think beauty aisle meets carnival. It was there, armed with screenshots and a suitcase, that I bought not one but six bottles of Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50, including the spray version. I also loaded up on viral rice masks, lip oils and of course, the Vitamin C serums made famous by TikTok. But let's get back to the sunscreen. When is comes to SPF there is very few I like. There's the Ultra Violette Fave Fluid Skinscreen, £37, Elemis Pro-Collagen Skin Protection Fluid SPF50, £44, and Supergoop! Unseen Suncreen SPF30, £36.50, but that is about it. I was very keen to expand my limited stash and am thrilled to confirm that the the Bioré Aqua Rich is Japan's number one for a reason. Happily, it's finally available in the UK at Boots, so you don't even need to book a holiday to Tokyo in order to get your hands on it. As a seriously fussy beauty writer I can confirm: this stuff is elite. For just £16, you're getting the following: SPF 50+ broad spectrum protection A weightless, watery-gel texture Instant hydration without stickiness A cast-free finish on all skin tones Oil-free formula that won't clog pores Hyaluronic acid (great for aiding moisture) Vegan-friendly formula Suitable for sensitive skin If you've ever skipped sunscreen because it felt greasy, heavy or left an unsightly cast (guilty), this one will convert you. It absorbs instantly, leaving no white cast, no pilling and no weird film; expect fresh, hydrated skin that's ready for make-up. Truly, if I didn't know it was SPF, I wouldn't believe it. I also grabbed the spray version for easy top-ups over make-up when I'm running between meetings. It's really convenient for re-applying every two hours like you're supposed to (we all forget), though I'll be honest: it can get a tiny bit oily if you overdo it; little and often is the trick. Still, in the blazing Tokyo sun, I didn't burn once. It's impressive stuff. The Bioré UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence is everything sunscreen should be - light, invisible, hydrating, and genuinely enjoyable to use. No wonder it's a cult favourite. If you're SPF averse or simply looking to upgrade your summer routine, this £16 bottle might just become your new holy grail. I get the hype, I really do. 1. Biore UV Aqua Rich Water Essence Sunscreen SPF 50 50ml What the brand says: 'This is Japan's number one sunscreen. It is iconic for its fresh textures and invisible clean protection. With SPF 50+ UVA & UVB, this feather-light sunscreen spreads easily and absorbs instantly to hydrate and helps protect from UV rays.' What we know: This sunscreen is made with Hyaluronic Acid, known to help boost skin's natural moisture and absorb instantly with a sheer finish and no white cast.** Renee Washington, digital fashion and beauty writer says,** 'Sunscreen doesn't need to feel like you're wearing an actual shield - this one feels weightless on my skin. It's one of the lightest SPF's I've used. It does what is needs to do (protect) while remaining almost undetectable. And that is J-beauty for you. ' Pros Lightweight Hydrating Cast free Good under make-up Affordable Cons Don't get it in your eyes it stings Renee Washington , Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..
Graziadaily
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
This Serum Stick Has Gone Viral Because It 'Cures' Eczema – I Put It To The Test
As someone with acne-prone reactive skin, it's fair to say I have good and bad days. When I'm caught in the midst of the latter, I rely on fast-working, reliable skincare heroes that go big on healing and soothing. And I'm not the only one. A concert-goer at Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour has gone viral after revealing the one product she calls on to combat skin flare ups: Tatcha's The Serum Stick, which is now on sale for £39.50. In the video (which has amassed 2.7 million views and counting) TikToker Elise @littlemissplumful is caught crying mid-concert, slathering her eye area with Tatcha. The caption reads: 'Tears always trigger #eczemarashes around my eyes so I try to apply an #emollient to protect my #skinbarrier when I know I might cry. Yes even in the middle of a #Beyoncé concert because I cried all night 🥹 That's my #eczemahack of the day for you: #CowboyCarter edition 🤠.' Of course, where a medical condition like eczema is concerned, speaking with your doctor is always advised. But there is good reason why Elise swears by Tatcha's The Serum Stick. Multitasking and pocket-sized, it packs the potency of a concentrated serum in a solid stick form. It can be applied under or over make-up on the face and body. Working as an all-over treatment or touch-up balm, it promises to deeply nourish dry patches, blur the look of skin texture, and provide a plush cushiony base that improves the ability to blend your make-up. The Serum Stick continues Tatcha's legacy for functional, effective and sensorial skincare that is expert-backed (Daniel Martin, celebrity make-up artist, is the brand's global director of education and artistry) and A-list approved. In fact, Jennifer Aniston has been known to use the Stick - it was spotted BTS on set of The Morning Show while her make-up artist Angela Levin prepped her skin ahead of filming. If you're already a fan of Tatcha's Dewy range- known to instantly plump and hydrate- you'll quickly take to this skin healer too - they share many of the same ingredients like hydrating squalene, barrier protecting rice extracts, and the brand's propriety Hadasei-3™ complex of Japanese superfoods which combine to promote radiant, healthy-looking skin. Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, using the Tatcha the Serum Stick Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, says: 'I often struggle with a compromised skin barrier, triggered by breakouts and the use of prescription acne treatments, which can leave my skin feeling itchy, flaky, and uncomfortably dry. Due to my skin's unpredictable nature, I frequently need to reach for fast-acting remedies to soothe sudden bouts of tightness and irritation- and that's exactly where Tatcha's The Serum Stick comes in. Compact and convenient, it's a dream to apply on the go. It has worked wonders on inflamed, chapped patches around my chin and neck, delivering a soothing dose of balmy nourishment that helps restore balance to my skin. Initially, I was hesitant about applying it over make-up, fearing it might undo all my hard work. However, I found that it genuinely lived up to its claims- provided you gently tap it in with the warmth of your fingertips, it blends seamlessly without disrupting your base. One tip: be sure to clean the surface of the stick after each use to avoid transferring bacteria back onto the skin.' 1. Tatcha The Serum Stick What the brand says: 'A concentrated solid serum of 80% squalene and Japanese lemon balm that targets signs of aging and dryness instantly and over time, keeping skin and makeup fresh throughout the day.' What we know: Loaded with Japanese lemon balm to calm inflammation, squalene to deeply nourish, and the brand's propriety Hadasei-3™ complex to deliver healthy-looking skin, this handy serum stick combats signs of dryness and irritation that arise by surprise. Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, says: 'Compact and convenient, it's a dream to apply on the go. It has worked wonders on inflamed, chapped patches around my chin and neck, delivering a soothing dose of balmy nourishment that helps restore balance to my skin. Initially, I was hesitant about applying it over make-up, fearing it might undo all my hard work. However, I found that it genuinely lived up to its claims- provided you gently tap it in with the warmth of your fingertips, it blends seamlessly without disrupting your base' Pros Stick form makes it great on the go Powerhouse of soothing, hydrating ingredients Cons Will need to be kept clean if applying over make-up Sameeha Shaikh is Grazia's beauty writer, covering all categories to bring you insights on the latest trends, industry news and the products you need to know about, viral or not (most probably viral).
Cosmopolitan ME
2 days ago
- Business
- Cosmopolitan ME
Alert: Ulta Beauty reveals its first Middle East store locations
Okay, remember when Ulta Beauty announced they were coming to the Middle East back in January and we *completely* lost it? Well, the beauty tea just got hotter – because we finally know where we'll be lining up with empty baskets and high hopes. It's official: Ulta Beauty's first stores in the region are opening at The Avenues in Kuwait and Mall of the Emirates in Dubai and yes, it's happening by the end of this year. Supplied Supplied Supplied Iconic choices only. Consider our calendars marked and our paychecks pre-spent. The U.S. retail giant – aka home to Dyson, Tatcha, e.l.f., and ColourPop, is bringing its *All Things Beauty, All in One Place* magic to the Gulf through a major franchise partnership with Alshaya Group, first announced earlier this year. 'We're really excited to confirm that our Ulta Beauty stores will open in Kuwait and Dubai by the end of the year. We know consumers can't wait to visit and access many beloved brands for the first time,' shared John Hadden, CEO of Alshaya Group. We repeat: *this year.* And honestly? We've got chills. The in-store lineup hasn't been revealed just yet, but we're already manifesting: Tatcha, Pat McGrath Labs, Milk Makeup, Ouai, and maybe even ColourPop, Peach & Lily, and Dibs Beauty. Basically, your TikTok FYP – in real life. And guess what? Kuwait and Dubai are just the beginning. Ulta is planning to expand across the GCC starting in 2026. So whether you're based in Doha, Riyadh, or Manama – your moment is coming. Until then, we'll be setting reminders, making wishlists, and prepping our 'Get Ready With Me for My First Ulta Run' Reels. The countdown is officially on. 💋 If your IG feed needs a glow-up, then check out these Kuwaiti Queens you need to add.
