“If you like a cream that packs a skin nourishing punch like we do, YouthBomb Breakthrough Repair Cream is worth taking note of. Packed with skin-loving actives, it contains a roll call of skin ingredients to know – including peptides, niacinamide, bakuchiol, antioxidants and polyglutamic acid to name just a few. A heavy-duty cream in a lightweight texture, it suits most skin types (except the very dry) and you only need to look at the retail price of £175 (as opposed to the members price of £49) to know you are getting some serious skin science in this little pot.” – Camilla Kay, GLAMOUR’s European Beauty Director
“For me, this is the lip balm of the fragrance world. Its scent is so addictive, I find myself habitually reapplying it throughout the day. It’s a wake-up call first thing in the morning and, despite its impressive life span, I won’t go anywhere without another spritz – hence a bottle sits on my desk at all times. It is said to conjure up the South of France with its fields of roses and warm sea breezes through fig trees. The scent is softly floral and fresh, yet also curiously salty, giving it a really warm, intimate feel. I’d go so far as to say that I’ve received more compliments on this perfume over the past six months than any other scent in my fragrance wardrobe.” – Fiona Embleton, Acting Associate Beauty Director
“If you’re a retinol aficionado, you may have heard about HPR (hydroxypinacolone retinoate), the next-generation retinoid that is set to be everywhere in 2024. Elizabeth Arden is ahead of the curve, having already harnessed HPR for its Water Cream, making it a must-try for early adopters. The beauty of HPR is that even sensitive skins can tolerate it – something I can attest to as I was able to dive straight in without any gnarly side effects. Die-hard retinol fans won’t be disappointed, either, as the formula also contains pure retinol to dust off pigmentation and soften fine lines. The efficacy of this cream is only matched by my skin’s glow, and since this is Elizabeth Arden, there’s plenty of hydrating ceramides in the light-as-air formula – making it a genuine pleasure to use every day.” – Fiona Embleton, Acting Associate Beauty Director
“Rhode’s entry in the UK was arguably the most-hyped beauty launch of the year. Before even getting my hands on the products, I had mixed feelings about them. They definitely had a leg-up thanks to the reach of their famous founder, so they wouldn’t have to try very hard to earn clout. But, on the other hand, Hailey’s nerdiness around skincare is very well documented, and having been open about her skin struggles and her journey to find a routine that works for her, I instantly liked the simple, kind-to-skin approach. My favourite product by far is the Peptide Glazing Fluid. I love how the lightweight texture can supercharge skin with moisture without feeling suffocating. The ingredient cocktail is the skin’s idea of a good night in, too. Niacinamide multi-tasks, calming redness, brightening, improving cell turnover and strengthening the skin barrier. Peptides replump, adding bounce. Hyaluronic acid quenches dryness and lightweight marula oil softens skin. Overall, the product has more than earned its stripes… and a spot in my skincare routine.” – Elle Turner, GLAMOUR’s Beauty Editor