Beauty News
The latest beauty news, makeup news and skin care news from around the world
Review
I tried using a brush to apply my moisturiser and this is what happened
July 20th 2018
If Real Techniques says it’s worth doing, there must be something to it. I put the brand’s Prep + Prime set of skincare brushes to the test to see if it’s worth adding to your toolbox >>>
Beauty
Why Les Eaux de Chanel are the second best thing to going on a holiday
July 13th 2018
As fresh as a sea breeze and inspired by Gabrielle Chanel’s favourite destinations, Les Eaux de Chanel are cologne-like scents that pull off the coup of being light and bright yet long-lasting. Here’s what to expect from Chanel’s latest fragrance launch >>>
Skin
Why Cancer Research wants you to give up tanning (even the fake stuff)
July 12th 2018
The Own Your Tone campaign is seeking to denormalise tanning in particular and change attitudes around what’s healthy and “beautiful” for all skin tones. Will trying to change the colour of our skin finally go out of fashion? >>>
Budget Beauty
Primark’s own-brand cosmetics range is now cruelty-free - officially
July 11th 2018
The high street heavyweight has been awarded Leaping Bunny certification to prove that all of its skincare, makeup and hair care hasn’t been tested on animals >>>
Budget Beauty
Contactless at the ready: this new Boots skincare range starts at £4
July 9th 2018
From gentle cleansers to glowy serums, meet your new affordable skincare staples. We’ve got the exclusive on the Expert Skincare Q10 Anti-Age range, and here’s what your skin’s in for… >>>
Sponsored
The new hyaluronic acid cream that’ll city-proof your skin
July 9th 2018
If constantly switching from air con to central heating, sun to rain has left you skin dry, dull and tight, then Indeed Labs’ new Hydraluron Intense Moisture Lotion can help >>>
Makeup
The Fenty Beauty pop-up that’ll give you first access to the new collection
July 4th 2018
The ‘Rihanna Moroccan Spice Market’ will give you the chance to try and buy her hottest launches before anyone else >>>
Skin
The vitamin C mask that Victoria Beckham swears by
July 3rd 2018
After a full-on week, it’s the product the jet-setting designer and mother-of-four reaches for >>>
Review
Body sprays are back - and they’re about to become your new summer scent
June 30th 2018
More lightweight and versatile that your traditional bottle of perfume, today’s body sprays and mists have come a long way since a can of Impulse. Here are the ones currently making a splash >>>
Beauty
Why you'll no longer be able to find 'beauty' at Asos
June 29th 2018
Asos announced this week that it’s banning the sale of certain fabrics on ethical grounds, but they’re also making bold moves in beauty, by dropping the term altogether. Should we reframe our vocab around cosmetics? >>>
Makeup
Vegan, sustainable and in 40 shades: meet Lush’s first foundation
June 28th 2018
It looks like a wax egg, is based on natural plant oils and offers up a shade and undertone for all. Here’s why there’s such a buzz around the new Lush Slap Stick >>>
Review
The new ‘ice-cube effect’ shower gel that can be used on dry skin
June 26th 2018
L’Occitane’s Verveine ICY Body Shower Gel seeks to mix up our shower routines and provide a new way to beat the heat this summer too >>>
Skin
Everything to expect from Dr Sam Bunting’s skincare range
June 25th 2018
Cosmetic dermatologist Dr Sam Bunting is our go-to for no-nonsense skincare advice, and her skincare line bottles that. Here’s how her new range aims to tackle adult acne, improve your cleansing habits and make you feel confident without makeup >>>
Sponsored
The Born to Run palette: It’s not Naked, but it will be huge
June 25th 2018
It’s Urban Decay’s biggest launch of the year and delivers new neutrals, fresh, rich metallics and basically everything you could need from eyeshadow, all in one place. Here’s why Born to Run looks set to be summer sellout >>>
Review
The 8 best humidity-proofing hair care products
June 23rd 2018
Say goodbye to limp roots, frizz and flyaways with our pick of the best style-saving beauty buys >>>
Review
The baked foundation that’s QVC’s no.1 rated beauty product
June 20th 2018
It’s the colour-correcting cover-up that has over 700 5-star reviews on the e-tailer’s site, but what sets it apart from the competition? We tried Laura Geller’s Baked Balance-n-Brighten for ourselves to find out >>>
Budget Beauty
The £1.99 Avon body oil that fans love for keeping bug bites at bay
June 16th 2018
It has the hallmarks of a holiday staple >>>
Who, What, Hair
Can IGK's new No More Blow spray cut your air dry time in half?
June 15th 2018
If you’re looking to part ways with your hairdryer, this launch could make the break-up much less acrimonious. Claiming to cut your air dry time by 46%, I put it to the test to see if it delivered >>>
Skin
When an acne patch can help you, and when it can’t
June 14th 2018
Pimples patches are a K-beauty staple when it comes to spot treating blemishes, but can you really plaster over a bad breakout? We play dot to dot on our face to find out >>>
Review
Crayola makeup has launched on ASOS and our inner child is excited
June 8th 2018
No childhood would be complete without Crayola, but with the launch of their beauty line we can enjoy the playful brand as adults too - with our face as the canvas. Here’s what we think of the 58-piece collection >>>
Beauty
Why your Shellac manicure is about to get even better
June 8th 2018
If you’re a Shellac gel polish fan, we’ve got some seriously good news for your next salon visit >>>
Beauty
The beauty products and hair tools you’ll spy in the Love Island villa
June 4th 2018
Love Island day has come, and resistance is almost futile. The fake tan goes without saying, but here’s what’ll be big in beauty in the villa >>>
Review
The new £1 Nivea shower gel that’s like summer in a bottle
June 2nd 2018
The scent of holiday nostalgia in a shower gel - Nivea’s new Sunshine Love body wash is about to make your bath time that much more blissful >>>
Beauty
The questions you need to ask before considering lip fillers
June 1st 2018
Doctors blame the ‘Kardashian effect’ for a surge in searches for lip fillers, with more lip procedures than ever taking place in UK cities. Here’s a view from an aesthetic doctor’s point of view, rather than Dr Google >>>
Budget Beauty
Aldi launches £2.99 Jo Malone-inspired body wash and lotion
June 1st 2018
The supermarket has just unveiled a new duo of skincare dupes - but are they worth taking to the checkout? We put them to the test >>>
