Your weekly dose of all things new and brilliant from the Marie Claire beauty desk…
Before a rundown of all the pretty things that have had the team excited this week, let’s touch on awards. No no, not the BAFTAs or Oscars (though we’re obviously ridiculously excited about them - the beauty team love a good session of dress-watch as much as the next person), but instead the Johnson & Johnson Beauty Awards, where the Marie Claire beauty team scooped three awards among us. Result.
So what’s landed on our award-winning (ahem) beauty desk that’s made us rapturous this week? Read on…
THE SKINCARE: REN Moroccan Rose Gold Glow Perfect Dry Oil
What? A new addition to the Moroccan Rose family, this oil will be our go-to when the weather warms up to add a subtle glow to skin and tame flyaways/dry cuticles. In the meantime, we’re applying it to counteract dryness that’s a result of the dreaded heating/air-con cycle…
When? April nationwide. RRP: £26
THE MAKE-UP: Nars Dual Intensity Blusher
What? These six highlight/blush duos come in two complementary shades that make faking a glow a doddle. We’d suggest using them wet for a nice wash of colour.
When? 1April exclusive to Liberty. 1st May nationwide – RRP: £30
THE NAILS: Ciate Treatment Collection
What? A collection of seven nail treatments that’ll sort manky cuticles and flaking tips out in no time, the beauty team are obsessed with the purple orchid-scented marula cuticle oil.
When? March. RRP: £12 each
THE SCENT: Diana Vreeland Smashingly Brilliant
What? Inspired by the legendary Diana Vreeland’s love of Capri, this citrus eau de parfum is perfectly balanced with basil and juniper berries. The beauty desk think it smells like summer and we've been spraying it approximately three times an hour to buck us up when we start to flag.
When? Now! RRP:£135
THE OLDIE BUT GOODIE: La Prairie Perfection a Porter
What? A little compact containing a lip balm and eye cream/gel, we apply this when our skin feels dry or crow’s feet look pronounced. Two members of the team love it so much that it has a permanent spot at their desks.
When? Now! RRP:£104
THE NICHE RELEASE: Erborian Dongbaek Camellia Essence
What? Containing 73% camellia oil, this is a deeply nourishing oil that smells heavenly (though is unlikely to irritate sensitive skin). It’s also got flaxseed, coconut, argan and grapeseed oil in the mix, so will really help to rehydrated parched complexions.
When? May. RRP:£65
THE HEALTH AID: Nurse Jamie B12 Energy Shot
What? B12 is the supplement to hit up if you feel yourself waning towards the end of the day.The beauty desk take a little every day to boost our metabolism and help us getto the 6pm finish line…
When? Now! RRP:£12
THE TREATMENT: Natura Bisse Grace Detox Facial at Grace Belgravia, £145
What? This facial is all about speeding the skin’s turnover and therefore enhancing glow. Though the Grace is a private member’s club, we’ve been reliably informed that if you call when it’s a little less busy you may be able to squeeze in for one of these. If you can, do – we tested it and our skin is looking oodles better…