If you’re looking to up your cosmetics game, we have a round-up of some of the best new products on the market, from Everyday Essentials by Real Techniques to a fabulous lip kit from Mac and a sumptuous foundation by Armani. All available from Look Fantastic.
Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer 8g
If you’re searching for a flexible bronzing powder to achieve a subtle, sunlit complexion, Benefit’s Hoola Matte Bronzer is an excellent choice. Renowned for its buildable and easily blendable texture, this bronzer allows you to adjust the intensity to your liking. It’s also great for contouring, helping to highlight cheekbones or add depth to the forehead and jawline. Always review the ingredient list to ensure it aligns with your skin’s needs. Available at Look Fantastic.
• £26 – BUY IT HERE
Real Techniques Everyday Essentials
Real Techniques Everyday Essentials is ideal for makeup lovers seeking quality tools without breaking the bank. This five-piece set includes brushes with soft, synthetic bristles that ensure smooth application. The collection features a 400 Blush Brush for blending powders, a Miracle Complexion Sponge® for versatile use, a 300 Deluxe Crease Brush for layering eyeshadows, a 402 Setting Brush for applying highlighter or powders, and a 200 Expert Face Brush for foundation. Combine it with the Everyday Eye Essentials set for a complete makeup toolkit. Elevate your beauty routine with these adaptable tools!
• £20.99 – BUY IT HERE
Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat Blur Primer
The Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat Blur Primer revolutionizes your makeup base with its light-infused formula and sophisticated blurring technology. This primer smooths the skin, evens out tone, and minimizes fine lines, delivering an instantly radiant appearance. Its clear formula enhances light diffusion, providing a luminous effect without diminishing your natural glow. Use it alone for a polished look or beneath foundation for added smoothness. A single pump with gentle sweeping motions leaves your skin feeling prepped and flawless. Users praise its effortless application and glowing results, making it a beloved staple in many beauty routines. Available at Look Fantastic.
• £35 – BUY IT HERE
NARS Laguna Bronzing Powder
NARS Laguna Bronzing Powder is an outstanding option for those aiming for a natural, radiant glow. Its delicate golden hues create a soft-focus finish, enhanced by finely milled particles. The lightweight texture ensures easy, seamless application. Sweep it across the temples, cheeks, and jawline, then blend any excess into the neck and décolleté for a unified look. For an elevated effect, pair it with NARS Light Reflecting Foundation and Radiant Creamy Concealer. Laguna offers a subtle bronze with neutral undertones, ideal for a gentle, sunlit appearance.
• £36 – BUY IT HERE
MAC Glow Play Lip Kit
Explore the MAC Glow Play Lip Kit, a versatile trio perfect for both makeup aficionados and beginners. This affordable set includes essentials that enhance your beauty regimen. Inside, you’ll find the Glow Play Tendertalk Lip Balm, which adjusts to your natural pH for a customized dewy tint, the Extended Play Giga Lash Mascara that adds volume with a smudge-resistant formula, and the Mini MAC Fix+ Original Setting Spray, which hydrates and secures your makeup for up to 12 hours. Each item is compact and travel-friendly, making it easy to maintain your look on the go. Available at Look Fantastic.
• £58 – BUY IT HERE
Armani Luminous Silk Foundation – 2
Armani Luminous Silk Foundation is tailored for those desiring a hydrating formula with a radiant satin finish. Its oil-free, glycerin-enriched composition provides all-day moisture, making it suitable for mature skin or anyone needing an extra hydration boost. The unique Micro-fil™ technology refines texture while concealing imperfections, ensuring a smooth and flawless complexion. Enjoy its airy feel and medium, buildable coverage that adapts to both natural and more defined makeup looks. Available in 40 shades, it offers a perfect match for any skin tone. Enhance the effect by pairing it with the Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer for a truly luminous finish.
• £46 – BUY IT HERE
Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray
Urban Decay’s All Nighter Setting Spray is essential for those seeking enduring makeup wear, offering up to 16 hours of stability. Whether you’re enjoying a night out or handling a hectic day, this spray ensures your makeup remains intact. Its resilient formula is waterproof, smudge-proof, and transfer-resistant, maintaining your look even in warm conditions thanks to temperature control technology. Application is simple: shake well, hold the bottle 8–10 inches from your face, and mist in an X and T pattern for even coverage.
• £21.38 – BUY IT HERE
Benefit BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara – Pitch Black
Benefit’s BADgal BANG! Volumizing Mascara is the perfect solution for achieving dramatic volume with a deep black finish. Its lightweight, water-resistant formula ensures your lashes stay smudge-free all day. The innovative aero-particles enhance volume without adding weight, making your lashes appear fuller and more defined. For optimal results, use the slimpact! brush to wiggle from the base to the tips, focusing on coating and separating each lash. Elevate your eye makeup with the impactful results of BADgal BANG! Available at Look Fantastic.
• £21.60 – BUY IT HERE
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder – Translucent
Laura Mercier’s Translucent Loose Setting Powder is a top contender in the “Best Cosmetics of 2024” for those aiming for a smooth, enduring makeup finish. Available in shades like Translucent, Honey, and Medium Deep, this powder controls shine for up to 24 hours. Enriched with vitamins C and E, it not only sets your makeup but also offers skincare benefits by brightening and hydrating the skin, ensuring a comfortable, lightweight feel without caking. Apply by saturating a Velour Puff with the powder, gently rubbing, tapping off the excess, and pressing it onto your skin. Its no-flashback formula provides a radiant, soft-focus effect, ideal for photos. Highly rated by users, it’s celebrated for its silky texture and effective shine reduction. Available at Look Fantastic.
• £27.95 – BUY IT HERE
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