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If you’re always on the lookout for reliable, tried-and-tested beauty products that go above and beyond, then you’ll love our brand new series ‘what to buy this week’. In this column, I will share the key beauty buys that the Marie Claire Editors have been shopping, sharing and raving about. From cult classics and up-and-coming beauty brands to celebrity collaborations and limited edition collections, this roundup will have it all. With a product or two from The Marie Claire Beauty Edit, meaning you can shop straight away.
With a mix of seasonal buys (think, winter rich moisturisers that counteract both the frost and heating and shimmering, party-ready palettes), makeup bag staples and everyday essentials that are a real find.
This article is created in partnership with LOOKFANTASTIC, Elemis, Estée Lauder and Charlotte Tilbury.
This week, I’ll be sharing products that I’m loving as well as new finds and trusty favourites from Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor; Dami Abajingin, Affiliate Account Manager; Ally Head, Health & Sustainability Editor; Jenny Proudfoot, Features Editor and more…
GLOW DAILY VITAMIN C GEL CREAM, £38 at REN
"Not to be overdramatic, but this is *the* perfect post-workout moisturiser and vit C booster - so much so, I can't stop wearing it. It's thin but firm and has given my skin a visible boost. Ideal as the weather gets colder and my skin gets... drier. "
Ally Head, Health & Sustainability Editor
VITAMIN C ESTER CCC+ FERULIC BRIGHTENING COMPLEX 20%, £129 at PERRICONE MD
Perricone MD’s dream vitamin C complex won ‘best Vitamin C product’ at the Marie Claire Skin Awards. The ultra-potent, supercharged serum is rich in antioxidants and ticks all the boxes with its effective formula that’s powered by the brand’s highest ever concentration of vitamin C at 20%. Also in there is ferulic acid and vitamin E, both of which work beautifully with vitamin C and help in its delivery system.
PLANTASTIC APRICOT CLEANSING BALM, £18.92 (for members) at BEAUTYPIE
"Of all the cleansers I’ve tried recently, this has been head and shoulders above the rest for me. It’s extremely hydrating, purifying and rich - perfect for a really deep cleanse. Plus, the apricot butter and cold-pressed rosehip oil mix together to make the most glorious scent ever."
Jenny Proudfoot, Features Editor
VITAMIN C+ BRIGHTEN SKIN RENEW CLEANSING OIL, £10.99 at SUPER FACIALIST
"I love to double cleanse, and especially now that I'm out out and back to wearing a full face of makeup, it's a must. I've been using Super Facialist Cleansing Oil for years and I keep coming back because it removes every morsel of makeup and leaves my skin feeling notably soft."
Dami Abajingin, Affiliate Account Manager
BEAUTIFUL SKIN FOUNDATION, £34 at CHARLOTTE TILBURY
Kate Moss is one of the three faces of Charlotte Tilbury’s brand new, Beautiful Skin foundation and shared ‘what I love the most about Beautiful Skin Foundation is that it gives you an amazing natural glow, when I’m wearing it, my skin still looks like my skin – but better!’ We can't wait to try it.
SLEEP REMEDY, £51.10 (worth £93) at ESPA
ESPA are treating our mind, body and purses with 30% off in their winter sale. Designed to calm and nourish head-to-toe this Sleep Remedy kit would be a dreamy indulgence.
DECREE LIGHT CLEANSE, £44 by DR AJ STURNHAM
"This cleanser has changed my life. It is hands-down one of the best I've ever used. My skin is clearer, softer, more even and brighter after using it."
Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor
PRO-COLLAGEN CLEANSING BALM, £44 ELEMIS at LOOKFANTASTIC
"I won't go anywhere without my beloved Pro-Collagen Cleansing balm. My obsession with it is catching and both my mum and sister are now hooked too. The softening cream melts on contact with your skin and deeply nourishes and cleanses...it's heaven. Once a week I'll treat myself and use it as a relaxing mask."
Sarah-Rose Harrison, Contributing Fashion Editor
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HYALURONIC HAPPIKISS LIPSTICK BALM in PILLOWTALK, £25 at CHARLOTTE TILBURY
"This creates the perfect everyday lip. In CT's iconic Pillow Talk shade - which is my lip colour but better - it hydrates, makes them appear fuller and makes me look polished. (Even if I'm not feeling it.)"
Katie Thomas, Senior Beauty Editor
BEAUTIFUL SKIN ON THE GO GIFT SET, £82 (worth over £100) at ESTEE LAUDER
"Repair, firm and hydrate with Estée Lauder's Skin On The Go set. It's my desert island products with its fast-absorbing oil-free formula, my skin always looks smoother and glowy after each use"
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Ally Head, Health & Sustainability Editor
SKIN FOOD, £8.25 at WELEDA
"An oldie but a goodie, I discovered Weleda's iconic Skin Food earlier this winter to try and rescue my dry hands and face. It's rare you find a moisturiser that's good for sensitive skin but also suitable for both skin and body, yet this ticks all the boxes. Be warned, though - it's thick, so you don't need a lot."
Ally Head, Health & Sustainability Editor
NIGHT ZZZ’s RETINOID SERUM DUO, £88 at SUNDAY RILEY
“This dream duo proudly sits on my bedside table. Designed to work together the anti-ageing combo rehydrates and soothes. Fighting signs of ageing and improves the appearance of congested and damaged skin. I’m treating myself to this gift set this Christmas.”
Sarah-Rose Harrison, Contributing Fashion Editor
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"I’ve only just tried the classic Boy Brow by Glossier and I’m an immediate convert. My eyebrows are the most important element of my make up routine and this brow gel thickens, fluffs and shapes them perfectly, while remaining subtle and light. Despite how much I use (and I use quite a lot) my brows never appear stiff, flakey or waxy. It’s a miracle."
Jenny Proudfoot, Features Editor
READY STEADY GLOW DAILY AHA TONIC, £27 at REN
"I'm always on the quest for brighter skin and this toner instantly illuminates. I love chemical exfoliants and this powerful combination of AHA's, BHA's and lactic acid resurfaces and smooths with each application. The fact that the bottle is fully recyclable is also a plus."
Dami Abajingin, Affiliate Account Manager
PRICKLY PEAR FACE CREAM, £119 at IRENE FORTE
"I love all Irene Forte skincare but this organic night cream in particular has blown my mind. I can never go back. It’s nourishing, easily absorbed, plumping and it smells incredible. I’ve even started wearing it in the day too just for the scent and glow."
Jenny Proudfoot, Features Editor
