Glossy Picks time! 12 brilliant new buys causing a buzz in our office

VICTORIA WOODHALL

Our editorial director is taking a seasonal approach to bodycare

The Seasonist In Copper Woods Hand and Body Lotion, £25

“If you’ve ever had your colours done and been told you are an ‘autumn’ or a ‘spring’, you may like new body and room fragrance brand The Seasonist – it’s basically the scent equivalent. You’ll find four fragrances, one for each season, in everything from bath oil to candles and eau de parfum, and will naturally graduate towards one. The summer ‘Sky Blazes Blue’ is my current pick-me-up. But it’s also fun to vary something such as a hand wash that you use every day. With thoughtful, sustainable, pretty packaging and largely natural ingredients it’s supremely giftable too.”

Sheherme MenoPulse Menopause Wellbeing Device, £59.99

“You won’t find ‘vibrator’ on the packaging of this ‘air pulse technology intimate wellness device’ located in the menopause aisle of Boots, but that’s essentially what it is. Sex toy brand Lovehoney, makers of the Lily Allen-championed Womanizer (also ‘air pulse’) have created a sub-brand Sheherme aimed at menopausal women. It gives them permission to explore perhaps a forgotten libido and support common menopause symptoms such as dehydration and low mood, without feeling like they have to sneak into Ann Summers.”

Perricone Neuropepatide Deep Crease Serum, £138

“Perricone’s Neuropeptide skincare is an investment for sure, but it’s one of the few true longevity ranges that tackles zombie cells that hang around and ‘infect’ other cells, like bad apples in a fruit bowl, causing inflammation. The other big hitters are the neuropeptides (these basically signal the skin to do things) such as argireline, which targets the same pathways as Botox. Apply a thin layer to crows’ feet, nose-to-mouth lines and your forehead, for a marked softening.”

By Pippa Campbell Castor Oil Pack & Bundle, £84.95

“If you have sluggish digestion and need some liver support, it’s worth trying this traditional remedy – a castor oil pack. It may look like a nappy, but you wear it on the right side of the abdomen where the liver is, ideally overnight and it’s said to support bile flow and liver detox. A small medical study showed softer stools in older adults with constipation after three days. I’ve tried others but this one – both cloth and oil are organic – doesn’t leak onto your sheets and is machine washable. I add a hot water bottle and I definitely have a better poo the next day. Use our Shop link below for up to 15% off.”

INGEBORG VAN LOTRINGEN

A perimenopausal skin saviour? Our contributing beauty editor has found it

Made Of More Brilliance Brightening Day Shield, £44

“Made Of More looks after psychotic-acting (peri)menopausal skin without false promises, overly rich textures or aggressive ingredients. This moisturiser is milky-light yet puts a stop to dryness and sensitivity with all-important omega oils and an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant stem cell extract from British hemp seed oil. Then there’s the plumpness-supporting peptides and barrier boosters. There’s no fragrance because suddenly-sensitised skin doesn’t need it, there are super-fine (not glittery) light-reflective particles that leave the most elegant glow”.

Cetaphil Skin Activator Hydrating & Firming Lotion, £22

“Hard-working bodycare really doesn’t have to come at a premium. This almost-half litre of fast-absorbing, entirely scent-free (it smells literally of nothing) lotion has mandelic acid – an exfoliating AHA that’s as gentle as it is effective. Combined with encapsulated centella asiatica, which soothes and fortifies your barrier, skin will not just get smoother and brighter, it’ll get plumper and stronger as well. Easy”.

Ruiia Kyoto The Serum, £68

“The Japanese are masters of evanescent skincare textures and soothing but barely-there scents. They also introduced sake ferment in the much-missed SKII brand, and I’m happy to see it back in this liquid antioxidant brightening serum that’s just become available in the UK. Sake is gently exfoliating, softening and brightening. It’s blended here with Japanese green tea, grape and maple leaf extracts that don’t just bring their delicate aromas but some powerful protective and elasticity-supporting benefits. If you like skincare as a daily ritual, you’ll love this”.

Wrinkles Schminkles Mouth & Lip Wrinkle Patch, £30 for 2

“Silicone patches are hugely satisfying: they trap moisture in the surface layer of your skin so it swells and smooths out – pull them off after letting them incubate while you sleep and any wrinkles look dramatically minimised. It doesn’t last, of course, as the water will evaporate, but it’s good for hours of increased plumpness. Wrinkles Schminkles, newly available at Boots, has (reusable) patches for absolutely everywhere and I’m enjoying these for getting a break from the infuriating ‘barcode lines’ in my lip area”.

FLORENCE SCORDOULIS

Our contributing editor smells like a naughtier Audrey Hepburn

Givenchy L’Interdit Elixir Eau de Parfum 80ml, £112

“This autumnal perfume is a more intense take on Givenchy’s cult floral L’Interdit, which was originally created for Audrey Hepburn. It adds rich, gourmand notes of black cherry, vanilla and rum to the signature jasmine and orange blossom, for something more decadent. The weighty red and black bottle is inspired by rubies, and the whole ritual designed to boost your confidence. Ideal if you like a strong, sophisticated scent, and a little goes a long way”.

Pure Tone Aesthetics x Kimberley Walsh Polynucleotide Moisturising Cream, £37.50

“Girls Aloud’s Kimberley Walsh has teamed up with clinical skincare brand Pure Tone on an at-home polynucleotide range, and this moisturiser is the star. It’s ideal for dry, tired skin or fine lines, with PDRN to leave skin smoother and more elastic, plus skin-smoothing niacinamide and plumping hyaluronic acids. The best part is the texture: light, whipped and fast-absorbing (it reminds me of Curel), so it’s ideal if you can’t bear heavy face creams. Use it morning and night as one easy step, or pair it with their Pure Tone Aesthetics Glow LED Face Mask with Kimberley Walsh, £249.99″.

Champneys 24 Days of Glow, £35.50

“If the festive season leaves you frazzled, get ahead with this pampering advent calendar from British spa brand Champneys. Behind its 24 doors are wellness treats, from cosy socks to sheet masks, bath potions and body creams. Best of all, there’s a voucher for a twilight spa package for one, with a charcuterie board and a 20-minute express treatment. That alone makes it insane value. Perfect for anyone craving some solo time!”

Headplan Rewrite Refillable Notebook, £35

“Wellness journalling fans will love this refillable A5 notebook cover from the productivity pros at Headplan: the female-founded brand behind focus timers, motivational water bottles and planners. The vegan faux leather feels ultra luxe, in chocolate or black croc, cream or burgundy lizard (my favourite), and can be embossed with your initials. Refill notebooks come plain, lined or dotted, at just £13 — the whole thing a fraction of the cost of personalised leather equivalents like Aspinal of London. The perfect Christmas gift that keeps on giving”.