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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 Byredo, Space NK, LOOKFANTASTIC, Espa, Illamasqua, Elemis, Estée Lauder, Get Harley, Skin & Me 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…
BUST YOUR BRASS COOL BLONDE INTENSE HAIR MASK, £
'After spending a week in the sun, jumping in and out the sea and pools my blonde has become a little brassy. This mask has almost 1000 five-star reviews with customer raving about how it helps keep yellowish tones at bay. I'm so ready for it to bring my blonde back to life.'
Sarah-Rose Harrison
Contributing Fashion Editor
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C.E.O. VITAMIN C RICH HYDRATION CREAM, £60 at SUNDAY RILEY
"If, like me, you use Sunday Riley's C.E.O Glow Oil religiously you'll love this deeply hydrating moisturiser. Formulated with THD Ascorbate, a powerful, jar-stable, and highly targeted Vitamin C derivative that prevents and repairs the visible signs of premature skin ageing. It's also such a joyful shade it'll make you smile every time you open the pot."
Sarah-Rose Harrison
Contributing Fashion Editor
THE CAMELLIA CLEANSING OIL, £45 TATCHA at SPACENK
With reviews attesting that it's 'a cleansing oil thats a cut above the rest' I'm so keen to give this a go on my combination skin (although its ideal for all types!). Formulated with Japanese camellia oil, it's rich in vitamins and omega fatty acids which help nourish the skin while delivering moisture. Enriched with Hadesai-3, a proprietary fermented complex of rice, algae and green tea - it's got rave reviews onsite at Space NK.
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SKIN + ME, get month one for £3.50 with our exclusive discount code
Looking for a fuss-free skincare routine for less? Say hello to Skin + Me. For just £3.50 you can try out their Derm-developed, supportive formulations give your skin everything it needs to be happy and healthy. Get month 1 of your full routine for just £3.50 (worth £54.99) with code ‘MCMC.’
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CLARIFYING SHAMPOO, £11.99 at BEAUTYWORKS
Designed to remove stubborn product build-up from your hair - think silicones, waxes, moisturisers or oils from styling products. A great clarifying shampoo (like this one) can transform your tresses.
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360 ANTI-AGEING SKINCARE ROUTINE, £64 at BEAUTYPIE
This four-step routine retails at £280 and contains all your need to fight fine lines, uneven skin tone, sagging (and the occasional breakout).
The five star reviewed set contains BeautyPie's Apricot Butter Cleansing Balm (it melts away makeup while feeding areas of dry skin). Niacinamide SuperDrops (brightens pigmentation, improve barrier repair and refines pores and troublesome ‘texture’). Their Super Retinol Ceramide-Boost Anti-Aging Serum (long-release, gentle-but-powerful night time only retinol) and Super Healthy Skin Ultimate Anti-Aging Cream.
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HIGHLIGHTING POWDER IN AFTERGLOW, £37 at BOBBI BROWN
“I liberally sweep this across my cheekbones, bridge of my nose and collarbones when I need to look glow and awake. Perfected by pearls Bobbi Brown’s highlighter smooths and brightens - it’s heaven. Top tip, tap onto your cupids bow and brow bones for added glow.”
Sarah-Rose Harrison, Contributing Fashion Editor
GLOW FROM WITHIN DUO, £72 at ESPA
Create an even and radiant glow by boosting your skin’s vibrance from the inside out. This high-performance duo have been expertly formulated to support the body, mind and skin for radiance and fortified health.
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HYDRA SETTING SPRAY – MATTE, £20 at ILLAMASQUA
Brand new, Illamasqua’s Hydra Setting Spray is an easy to use lightweight mist to lock in makeup for flawless skin & a matte finish. Ideal for days back in the office and night's out, their Head Makeup Artist - Mel Barrese recommends spritzing onto a fluffy makeup brush and then lightly buff onto the T-Zone or areas where there is an excess of oil, once dried, apply foundation over the top.
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MAKEUP REMOVING CLEANSING BALM, £30 at SKIN LAUNDRY
"I've been using this everyday for the past two weeks and oh-my it's the perfect first step in my double-cleanse.
Cleanse and nourish your skin with this antioxidant-packed cleansing balm. Papaya Fruit Enzymes, Moringa Seed Oil, and Jojoba Seed Oil are pressed into a solid balm that melts into your skin as you wipe away makeup, dirt, and impurities."
Sarah-Rose Harrison, Contributing Fashion Editor
POMELO BATH & SHOWER GEL, £35 JO Loves at SpaceNK
"I recently treated myself to this shower gel as it always reminds me of summer holidays and, with the countdown to my hen do very much on I knew this would help me feels hopeful and excited for the summer ahead. Top tip - add a few pumps into your tub for your next bubble bath - it smells like heaven."
Sarah-Rose Harrison
Contributing Fashion Editor
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THE WAVER, £70 at BEAUTYWORKS
Summer is almost here and this is your reminder to upgrade your styling tools. Achieve tousled tresses with the Beauty Works Waver, a three barrel hair waver that creates mermaid-inspired waves.
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The SJW Signature Treatment
"The treatment I am loving this month is by the lovely Sarah Jane Watson. Founder of the bespoke wellness treatment - The SJW Signature Treatment, Sarah gives a full-body massage that relaxes you while making you feel the most safe and secure with her almost origami-esq towel movements. It completely changed my outlook on massages."
Humaa Hussain
eCommerce Manager
Get Harley
Introducing GetHarley. This innovative app connects you with the most coveted specialists from A-list approved facialists to the country’s leading dermatologists and plastic surgeons. With a 30-minute consultation costing £40 there’s never been a better time to elevate your skincare routine and to learn more about your skin and what it really needs. Whether your’e looking for advice on breakouts, pregnancy, bridal preparation or hormonal changes following your online consult you’ll receive a personalised skincare plan of medical grade skincare products delivered to your door.
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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
HIGH TIDE DEEP WAVER, £72 at AMIKA
'Nothing says summer quite like beachy waves. Designed with three tourmaline ceramic barrels in .7 in/18.5 mm to deliver gorgeous waves that leave no-marks.'
Sarah-Rose Harrison
Contributing Fashion Editor
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byredos
A flower-filled library of ancient novels and treasured poems scribed by literary geniuses provide the inspiration for Byredo's coveted Bibliothèque candle.
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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.
LA SÉLECTION, £78 at BYREDO
"I'm keen to continue my new year reset with a new fragrance to help focus and calm me in key moments. I love this selection from Byredo as I can have time with each of the three and really work out which one's for me."
Emily Ferguson
eCommerce Director
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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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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
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
