As the holiday season approaches, beauty advent calendars are taking the spotlight, providing a luxurious and exciting way to countdown to Christmas. While it may seem early to start planning, the reality is that these luxurious calendars tend to sell out fast, and savvy beauty enthusiasts know that securing theirs in advance is key. Treating yourself to a beauty advent calendar not only adds a touch of indulgence to the holidays but also offers a perfect opportunity to explore new products without committing to full sizes. Here’s why you should consider getting yours early, and a curated list of must-have advent calendars for 2024.

Why It’s Not Too Early to Start Planning

Beauty advent calendars have grown in popularity over the years, becoming one of the most anticipated releases each holiday season. As soon as October hits, beauty lovers around the world start scouting their favorite brands for the latest releases. The excitement around these calendars isn’t just due to the luxury products they contain—many offer incredible value for money, bundling full-size and deluxe miniatures for a fraction of their usual retail price. But with this high demand comes the inevitable: they sell out fast.

Brands often release limited quantities, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Getting your advent calendar early not only ensures that you’ll secure your favorite picks but also gives you the chance to treat yourself to a daily beauty surprise all through December.

What to Expect From This Year’s Beauty Advent Calendars

2024 is bringing us some of the most luxurious and thoughtfully curated advent calendars yet. From iconic beauty brands to niche favorites, this year’s offerings cater to all beauty lovers. You can expect a mixture of full-sized products, deluxe miniatures, and exclusive items, making it a great way to try new brands or stock up on your go-to favorites.

Here are the must-have advent calendars for 2024, ranging from classic luxury picks to trendy skincare bundles. Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or gift a loved one, these calendars promise to make the countdown to Christmas extra special:

£ £270

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1. Armani Beauty Advent Calendar

Luxury at its finest, the Armani Beauty calendar is perfect for lovers of makeup and fragrance. With 12 full-size products and 12 miniatures, including the famous Lip Maestro and Eyes to Kill mascara, this calendar is a glam must-have, retailing at £270.

£ £280

YSL Advent calendar

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1. YSL Beauty Advent Calendar

 Yves Saint Laurent’s 2024 calendar is another fantastic option, filled with 25 products including their iconic lipsticks and fragrances. It’s an excellent way to sample the brand’s luxury products, offering tremendous value for its £280 price tag.

£ £170

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1. Charlotte Tilbury Advent Calendar

 For fans of cruelty-free beauty, Charlotte Tilbury’s 12-door calendar offers a mix of skincare and makeup essentials, with 3 full-size products. It comes in a beautiful drawer-like design that can be reused long after the holidays. Priced at £170, it’s perfect for anyone looking to indulge in glowing, party-ready skin.

£ £390

Diptyque advent calendar

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1. Diptyque Advent Calendar

 Known for its iconic scented candles, Diptyque’s 2024 calendar offers 25 exquisite miniatures, including perfumes, candles, and body care products. This year’s highlights include their bestselling fragrances like Philosykos and Fleur De Peau in deluxe sizes. Priced at £390, this calendar offers a sensory journey through the brand’s finest creations.

£ £445

Augustinus Bader advent calendar

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1. Augustinus Bader Advent Calendar

 This highly anticipated release is the first-ever advent calendar from Augustinus Bader, known for their luxury skincare, including the renowned Rich Cream. At £445, it’s an indulgent pick, but a great way to sample their transformative skincare products.

£ £250

Selfridges advent calendar

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1. Selfridges Beauty Advent Calendar

 This luxury advent calendar is worth a staggering £1,000, making it a must-have for beauty lovers looking for the crème de la crème of products. Featuring 25 drawers packed with iconic brands such as Le Labo, Charlotte Tilbury, and Augustinus Bader, it’s the ultimate way to indulge in premium beauty this holiday season. Priced at £250.

1. Astral Glow Korean Skincare Advent Calendar

Finally, for those who are obsessed with Korean skincare, the Astral Glow Advent Calendar is a dream come true. It offers a curated selection of some of the most sought-after K-beauty products, perfect for anyone looking to keep their skin glowing throughout the cold months.

 Pre-order it here.

If you’re planning to get your hands on one of these coveted beauty calendars, act fast—they tend to sell out quickly. Whether you’re treating yourself or gifting, these picks are sure to bring joy and a touch of luxury to your holiday season.

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Boots Ingredients

If you’re a bit overwhelmed by the skincare world and would like a little guide on where to start, the Boots Ingredients range is perfect for you. With ingredient-led formulas ranging from serums to eye creams to shampoos, you can formulate your very own routine from these products alone. Their selection of powerful ingredients such as Niacinamide, Bakuchiol, Glycolic Acid and so much more, gives you so much choice, while still keeping things straightforward and simple. If you’re on the hunt for the best glowy skincare products, look no further. This range is jam-packed with all the ingredients you need to achieve that look.

Some absolute faves from this range include the Hyaluronic Acid Serum, the Niacinamide Clay Mask and the Salicylic Acid Cleanser. The Hyaluronic Acid Serum is made specifically for dry skin. Not only does it hydrate and moisturise, but it also makes skin looks brighter. The Niacinamide Clay Mask is great for oily skin, as it cleanses away dead skin cells and removes all excess oil, leaving your skin feeling smooth and fresh. The Salicylic Acid Cleanser is great for makeup wearers as it thoroughly cleanser pores, removing any dirt, oil or makeup without drying out your skin.

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Boots Ingredients Niacinamide Clay Mask

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Boots Ingredients Hyaluronic Acid Serum

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Boots Ingredients Salicylic Acid Cleanser

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Cassandra Bankson (@cassandrabankson) shared a quick guide on TikTok about how to understand skincare ingredients. In this video, Bankson talks about Hyaluronic Acid and all it’s benefits while recommending three of the Boots HA products.

Ali Majid also shared his thoughts on the super-affordable range. He focuses on the Squalane Cleanser, the Caffeine Eye Cream and the Polyglutamic Acid Serum. While also expressing his honest opinion of the Boots Skin Clear Drying Lotion.

@mattie.skincare introduced her followers to the range in a TikTok where she also guided them on how to choose the best products for their own skin needs.

Boots Glow

If dry skin is your number one concern, here’s the solution. Boots Glow has everything dry skin could ever want. These gorgeous little products leave your skin looking plump and glowy throughout the day without making it greasy. Some of the highlights of the range include the Glow Essence Serum, the Glow Eye Cream and the Glow Brightening Mist. The Boots Glow Essence Serum has been an absolute favourite for skincare lovers since the day of its launch. The formula gives your skin a natural and radiant glow, allowing for makeup to be smoothly applied over it. The Eye Cream refreshes and brightens the under-eye area (It’s perfect for hangovers!). The brightening mist is a pocket-size, quick-fix product that can be applied any time of the day to add a bit of brightness to your look – both on clean skin or over makeup.

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Boots Glow Brightening Mist

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Boots Glow Eye Cream

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Boots Glow Essence Serum

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Amelia Olivia tried out the Glow Essence Serum, comparing it to the Glow Recipe Dew Drops. She commented on the beautiful scent and the instant results she saw. Her skin looked radiant and natural with the product on. She proceeded to apply her foundation above the serum and was wowed by the smooth application.

Laila Paul also tried out skin-brightening products from the range in a short ASMR video posted to TikTok. Although her skin looked flawless from the start, the products definitely added some extra brightness and freshness, for an illuminated look.

Boots Vitamin C

Just like the other two lines, Boots decided to keep it simple with this one. The Vitamin C line is made for anyone struggling with dull and uneven skin (it’s been a long winter – I think all of us could use a little bit of this). The top-rated products from this range are, of course, the beloved Vitamin C Brightening Moisturising Cream – a light textured moisturiser that evens out skin tone – the Vitamin C Toner – an alcohol-free formula that tightens and refines pores – and the Vitamin C Brightening Cleansing Gel – a deep cleansing gel that reduced excess oils.

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Boots Vitamin C Toner

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Boots Vitamin C Brightening Moisturising Cream

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Boots Vitamin C Cleansing Gel

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@munxmua also tried out the moisturiser and gushed over the product saying it’s probably the best moisturiser [she’s] discovered this year”.

The gorgeous @lasesalu got sent a PR package from Boots and talked about how consistently using the vitamin C products restored her natural skin undertone, leaving her looking glowy and golden.

It’s hard to fault these products – from the low price to the quick visible results, what’s not to love?

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Clean Them Brushes!  

Now we don’t want to bait anyone out here, but we can all agree we probably don’t clean our make-up brushes as much as we should. It’s easily done when we’re rushing to get ready, the last thing we can think of doing is deep soaking our brush collection, but when it comes to our make-up application, it makes a world of a difference. There are lots of bacteria that get clogged up within your brushes from the constant application of different products on your face. The oils and residue that are left on the brushes can be causing your breakouts to be worse which we don’t want a lot of in 2023. Cleaning your make -up brushes is super easy and there is an array of products that you can use to clean these bad boys and avoid nasty breakouts.  

Shampoo is a staple item that a lot of influencers use when cleaning their brushes as it is a household product and there’s a high chance you’ve already got some in the cupboard. Simply use a shampoo of your choice, make sure it isn’t volumising, and scrub away using a brush cleaner palette, the Brushworks one is especially good.  

For those who are looking for a more specific product to use when cleaning their brushes, the  ISOCLEAN Make-up Brush Cleaner is a great product to use as it has antibacterial benefits and leaves your brushes soft and clean, so no fears of breakouts or skin infections in sight. The Cinema Secrets Professional Brush Cleaner is a highly thought-after product for its fast-drying properties which means that you won’t have to wait hours for your brushes to dry after you have cleaned them, which is very handy. 

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ISOCLEAN Makeup Brush Cleaner

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Cinema Secrets Professional Brush Cleaner

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Brushworks Brush Cleaner Palette

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Rain or Shine, Wear That SPF 

This one isn’t unheard of, and it’s one that everyone in the beauty industry can agree is vital but like anything, it sometimes gets forgotten. Wearing SFP regardless of the weather is so important as the sun’s damaging rays can hit your skin whether it is a bright sunny day out or not, and cause skin damage. UV rays can cause premature ageing, skin cancer and sunburn so it is vital that going into 2023 we are lathering up with our sun cream.  

Some amazing products on the market suit all your sun creme needs and lifestyles. For those who want a glass skin finish, the La Roche Posay SPF 30 is a gorgeous sun cream that is brilliant for all skin complexions and has a lovely glowing finish. For those who want a sun cream that also doubles up as a primer, the Charlotte Tilbury SPF 50 is ideal as it has a lovely texture to it and is very high protection for those who are experiencing intense UV exposure. Lastly, if you’re prone to being a little lazy with your make-up routines, the Bondi Sands Face SPF is a super easy and accessible product as it is a spray-on sun cream and leaves your face with a gorgeous glow.  

Another great way to make sure your SPF is included in your skincare routine is to have a moisturiser that includes SPF within the formula. The Cerave moisturiser is an amazing moisturiser that is hailed as the holy grail by dermatologists and includes SPF protection, so it has the best of both worlds. 

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La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Aquagel SPF30

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£ 13

CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF25

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£ 40

Charlotte Tilbury Invisible UV Flawless Primer

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Bondi Sands SPF50+ Lip Balm

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Bondi Sands Face Mist Sunscreen SPF50+

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Dry Flaky Lips, Who?

Our lips face quite a rough few months in the winter season, so it is only fair to start 2023 by giving our lips some much-needed TLC. If you want your lipstick or gloss to look luscious on your lips and glide on smoothly, then you’re going to have to put in the foundations. Exfoliating your lips once or twice a week is a necessity especially in the colder months as our lips get chapped and cracked more quickly. Having a good exfoliator is a game changer and will leave your lips feeling nourished and soft, just what you want this new year. The Fenty Pro Kiss’r Lip-Loving Scrub Stick is an apricot-infused scrub that is mess-free thanks to the amazing applicator it comes with. Burt’s Bees, the famous lip balm brand, also has an exfoliating lip scrub that has a combination of beeswax and honey crystals that will make your lips feel soft and fresh in no time.  

Another new product to start this new year off with is lip oil. Lip oil has recently been championed as better than your handy ChapStick for making your lips feel soft and cared for. The Gisou Lip Oil has been attracting attention online for how amazing it feels and looks on our lips. Infused with honey and hydrochloric hydration, this lip oil makes your lips look wet and glossy without being sticky. It plumps, defines, and hydrates your lips and it is a perfect item to have in your make-up bag for them no make-up, make-up days.  

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Fenty Beauty Pro Kiss’r Lip Loving Scrubstick

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Fenty Skin Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask

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Burt’s Bees Conditioning Lip Scrub

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Invest in Serums 

Serums are a game changer in the world of skincare and make-up, so if one of your New Year’s resolutions is to invest time and effort into finding the right serum for you, it won’t disappoint. The world of serums can be a little overwhelming if you are new to a skincare routine or have just never heard of them, but don’t worry, we have you covered. The serum is usually applied before your moisturiser and after your cleaner and each serum can have different properties. Hydrochloric acid is great for hydration, and Vitamin C is great if you’re looking for a radiant glow. When starting, it is best to stick to one or two serums, as if you bombard your skin with too many products, you won’t reap the benefits from the products you are using. Vitamin c is a great place to start as it does wonders for the pigmentation and overall complexion of your skin, making you appear more radiant and healthier looking. Hyaluronic acid is great for dehydrated skin, it improves the appearance of fine lines and improves your overall skin texture. The Ordinary is the go-to brand for many influencers when it comes to serums, and we can see why. The lightweight nature of The Ordinary Hyaluronic acid means that it hydrates your skin on a multi-depth level. La Roche- Posay Vitamin C Serum is a magical product as it provides both vitamin c and hyaluronic acid along with salicylic acid that helps with skin clarity. The product is great for starting as it includes three amazing products that your skin will be thankful for.  

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La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Serum

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The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5

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Slugging, in essence, is a skincare technique fostered to hydrate dry skin. After applying moisturiser and facial serum at nighttime, a penny-sized amount of a thick moisturising product is used to coat the entirety of the face, often twice weekly. Overnight, the protective layer then sinks and locks into the skin, leaving a texture that’s baby smooth and set to combat dry spots, flaky skin, black heads, and even fine lines.

Lately, slugging has re-emerged, reviving its presence on our TikTok For You pages to remind its advocates of its versatility. As a methodology that does not have to be exclusive to the face, slugging is proving a fan-favourite for both our nails and our cuticles.

Whilst those who attempt the technique are free to use the products of their choice, the TikToker who went viral for her take on nail slugging, @lovefreshpaint, chooses to massage CND’s Vinylux Solar Essential Nail & Cuticle Conditioner into her nails and cuticles. She then adds a dab of Eucerin’s Aquaphor Soothing Skin Balm every night before bed.

Not only is slugging easy to execute, but it’s affordable too. From Vaseline’s Original Petroleum Jelly to Eucerin’s signature products, just about any thick moisturiser is set to do the trick, just so long as the product is occlusive and locks in moisture. What’s more, the simplicity of this technique ensures that everyone can take part. If you’re a lover of planet-friendly products and looking for a plant based oil, for example, TikTok’s self-proclaimed skincare fairy godmother Charlotte Parlermino recommends Dr. Paw Paw’s Original Balm.

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Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly 250ml

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Dr.PAWPAW Original Balm 10ml

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Eucerin Aquaphor Soothing Skin Balm 45ml

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CND SolarOil Treatment

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Whether the summer heatwave has left your skin peeling and particularly dry, or those holiday acrylics have left you with weakened, dry nails, slugging is a healing technique that proves perfect all year round. After all, as autumn gets ready to roll into motion, we need all the hydration we can get!

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Blush draping is a technique from the ‘70s, famous thanks to Cher’s makeup artist Way Brandy. It’s a
way of blush contouring your face to accentuate your unique shape. In the updated 2022 version,
makeup artists drape softer blush shades like peach, plum or coral onto the temples, under the eyes,
and even blend them into the eyeshadow. The result is a lush summery makeup look. We have seen
this trend on runways and many celebrities now, like Ariana Grande in her r.e.m beauty campaign or
actress Yara Shahidi.

On TikTok, makeup artists demonstrate how to recreate the new blush technique. Whatever your
preference, you can use liquid, lose or powder blush. Makeup artist and brand founder Hindash uses
his gradient palette to mix colours to create his desired blush shade. His model is already wearing
blush from the corner of her eyebrow down to her cheek. Then he applies the blush at the outer
corner of the eye and drapes it down the cheeks with a soft hand.

Also, Huda Beauty is a fan of blush draping to achieve a seamless blush look. She explains that even
though applying blush to your cheeks looks beautiful, it doesn’t give you a natural blend of blush and
leaves your under-eye area really bright. To prevent this, she applies powder blush with a fluffy
brush under her eye to achieve a softly blushed under-eye. Then she uses a pinker blush and puts it
on her cheekbones. Therefore, her brighter blush blends beautifully into her skin without leaving
crazy highlights under her eye.

Cosmetologist Alena Victoria uses blush contouring instead of bronzer as it flatters her face shape
better. With a dense brush, she starts applying the blush to her temples. From there, Alena blends it
out in a C-shape, down her cheekbones and up her hairline. With that technique, she brings her face
upwards and gets the attention to her eyes instead of her “puffiness”.

We love this new blush technique and can’t wait to try it out for ourselves. It is the perfect summer
trend to achieve a fresh sun-kissed look. So put your bronzer aside this season and get your blush
out!

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Having a capsule collection of products that are curated just for you is what skincare dreams are made of. Extensive nine-step skincare routines and endless amounts of products are decreasing in popularity as we see a boost in skincare taking a much more minimalist-inspired direction. A great skincare routine is simply using an appropriate amount of products that deliver all the ingredients your skin needs. Clarins ‘Plant & Science’ approach to skincare delivers the perfect balance of having a more simple skincare system that has been tweaked and perfected at Clarins’ France-based labs. Create your own skin spa at home with these five Clarins products you never knew you needed.

1. My Clarins Re-Move Radiance Exfoliating Powder

Enough is enough, it’s time to ditch those abrasive and aggressive physical exfoliants. Smudging harsh gravel-like goop around your skin is ultra-harsh and can cause more issues than solutions. An exfoliating powder uses the wonder of *chemicals* to gently remove dead and unwanted skin cells and detoxifies the skin’s surface. This miracle powder leaves the skin clean, bright and glowing, but most importantly your skin is left soothed and supple. The removal of pollution and dead skin creates a clean canvas for the rest of your skincare products to absorb into.

2. Velvet Cleansing Milk

Cleansing can be one of the most damaging parts to any skincare routine. Many foaming cleansers can be loaded with harsh & stripping ingredients that can leave skin parched and sensitive. A cleansing milk allows you to cleanse you skin deeply while ensuring the skin barrier is protected and the skin is left plump. This dreamy cleansing lotion has a creamy consistency that protects and nourishes the skin while unmoving unwanted makeup, SPF and impurities.

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My Clarins Re-Move Radiance Exfoliating Powder

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Velvet Cleansing Milk

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3. My Clarins Re-Charge Relaxing Sleep Mask

Constantly fighting to achieve that well-rested, fresh-faced look that only comes from a perfect night’s sleep? We’ve got you covered. This sleep mask is rich and luxurious, but leaves your skin fresh and rejuvenated without feeling weighed down. Applying a night-treatment is never a bad idea; use your downtime to strengthen your skin. Apply a generous layer of cream—a couple of hours before bed to avoid your pillow absorbing your precious product—all over your face and simply, rest.

4. Beauty Flash Balm

Think of this product as a filter for your skin. This illuminating cream coats your skin in a deliciously-dewy & lightweight film. The cult classic works well on all skin tones and skin types, leaving your skin effortlessly flawless. Use this balm in the morning or as a little pick-me-up for tired skin throughout the day to regain a youthful glow.

5. UV PLUS Anti-Pollution SPF 50

Are you protecting your skin from sun damage, city pollution and free radicals? UV protection is an absolute essential when trying to maintain healthy vibrant skin. SPF is almost like the guarantee that your other products are going to work to the best of their ability by creating a safe & healthy skin environment. No skincare routine is complete without an SPF.

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My Clarins RE-CHARGE Relaxing Sleep Mask

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Beauty Flash Balm

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UV PLUS Anti-Pollution Sunscreen Multi-Protection Broad Spectrum SPF 50

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Entering your twenties and leaving behind your teenage years often merits itself a sigh of relief. Along with a multitude of firsts, you say farewell to uncontrollable hormones and bad skin… so we hoped. Yet dermal institute studies have shown that between 40% and 55% of the population suffer from persistent acne as an adult. Many of us have been struck with the acne sword when we least expected it, despite some having never experienced it before. In fact, as women, there is rarely a time when our hormones aren’t changing, often leading to breakouts.

Sadly, the reassurance that you will ‘grow out of it’ no longer promises hope. But, you’re not alone. When Kendall Jenner spoke out about her own journey with acne early last year whilst partnering with skincare brand Proactiv, it was a reminder to us all how acne does not discriminate. Seeking all the answers, we chatted – virtually of course – to the founder and top aesthetician at the award-winning Dr MediSpa clinic, Dr Munir Somji who really does know his stuff. Skin doctor to the stars, he has broken down why us and importantly to many, why now?

If you’ve found yourself spending your time and money on the latest beauty product that claims to cure and deliver you perfect skin, you might want to read this first. Over to you doc!

1). How often do you have clients come to your clinic seeking out treatment to aid adult acne?

This is one of the most common reasons for coming into my DrMediSpa clinic. About 40% of patients want an improvement in their skin.

2). Why is it that people who perhaps have never suffered with acne throughout their teen years, can then experience it as an adult?

There are a number of reasons for this. The first is that most doctors start to prescribe antibiotics for acne when it first appears. This works initially as it kills the bacteria responsible for creating spots. However, the bacteria that remains develops a resistance and becomes even more difficult to treat. Consequently, an acne course which would typically last a year may take longer and be more difficult to treat. The second reason is the widespread use of the contraceptive pill. Most females are using this a lot earlier and throughout young adult life. Acne tends to manifest in these patients when they come off contraception. Suddenly the hormones are imbalanced and the skin can break out for a long time. Also, women are having children later. So, normally hormones were balanced before age 30 and this is not the case currently.

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3). Is there a difference in the acne commonly experienced by teenagers or young adults to the type people may develop as an adult?

Teenage acne should ideally be treated with topical medication to limit the damage and scarring. It generally lasts up to two years in extreme cases. If it does persist, then stronger medication may be required. Adult acne tends to be hormonal in nature and patients notice a purge during the time of ovulation as well as spots around the lower face and jawline.

4). In your experience, does this affect more women or men?

Females tend to suffer more with adult acne than men. Most adult acne in men is as a result of not treating teenage acne with stronger drugs.

5). Is acne hereditary?

Although all the specific genes have not been identified, it is clear from my patients that there is a definite genetic element.

6). Are there any known causes of adult acne?

The most common causes are: hormonal, rosacea acne (which is commonly misdiagnosed) and cystic acne.

7). What are some of the treatments offered to your clients who suffer from adult acne?

We offer a wide range of treatments depending on the cause. The first step we take is to tailor their homecare which is different for every patient. The second step is to determine whether they would benefit from any medication at all. The third is to explore treatment options. For mild acne, light chemical peels with salicylic acid work a treat. Hydrafacials are also fantastic to maintain results. Sometimes for cystic acne, we have a special acne laser which is an erbium glass laser which destroys acne bacteria deep inside the skin. For patients with active acne and scarring, needled radiofrequency devices such as Fractora work very well.

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8). When the sessions are complete, is there a high chance of the acne returning?

Acne can return dependent on the cause, but it is always less than what it was. Most of the time some maintenance is required.

9). What advice would you give to a client to carry out at home in order to reduce their acne?

The key is patience; it takes a full 12 weeks to see any changes. The three most important ingredients are vitamin C, retinol and a ceramide supplement. Vitamin C reduces bacteria levels, helps smooth skin and reduce redness as well as gently exfoliating the skin. Retinol has the most evidence for reducing acne in all medical literature. It is also fantastic for helping scarring. Ceramide creams protect the skin barrier and help the skin to function effectively and prevents the dryness that is associated with most acne treatments.

10). Would you recommend any natural remedies for acne or just primarily products with chemical ingredients? Is one method better than the other?

I’ve noticed over the years that diet plays a huge role. It is worth trialling abstaining from dairy and seeing if it makes a difference. Bread and yeast can also be triggers. At-home face masks can help. My at-home face mask consisting of yoghurt, gram four, turmeric and honey works a treat to reduce bacteria and soothe the skin. Of course, medical-grade treatments will always be more effective but masks such as these always help.

11). What’s your view on using prescribed medicine to treat adult acne?

I think that as a first action, it’s mostly not required, but some cases are so severe that stronger medication is required so that patients do not waste their time with ineffective treatments.

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Pharrell Williams is the most recent star to submerse himself deep in the ever-growing ocean of celebrity cosmetic lines. In such a competitive industry—with such a already-saturated environment—it takes a lot to make a line of beauty products seem necessary. Well, Pharrell has done just that. Here’s what we know.

Pharrell has stated that he’s been into skincare since his mid-twenties, and would use skincare as an excuse to talk to female models. During this time, the music mogul became increasingly interested in looking after his own skin and ended up seeing a dermatologist, Elena Jones, who looked after his skin. Elena has stated that Pharrell wanted explanations for all of the products she would recommend.

This curiosity has surely paid off for the forty-seven-year-old musician as he will release his debut skincare line, Humanrace, on November 25th. The brand takes a minimal and modern approach to skincare, with a philosophy of: prepare, repair, protect—by using three simple products to fulfill each action.

The bespoke skincare line has three products, encapsulated within a clean and earthy packaging. The products include Rice Powder Cleanser ($32), Lotus Enzyme Exfoliator ($46) and a Humidifying Cream ($48). The three products each perform a unique and individual treatment to the skin, embracing the simplicity of a minimal skincare routine.

The rice powder is going to cleanse your skin, prepping it for the delivery of the two following ingredients. The formula arrives as a powder and becomes a milk when in contact with water. The AHA-rich formula removes dead skin and gives you a fresh, bright completion. The Lotus Enzyme Exfoliant—packed with glycolic acid—helps cell regeneration of the skin. The Humidifying Cream is inspired by the humid climate Pharrell grew up in and hydrates the skin while locking moisture.

The aesthetic of Willams skincare is inspired by his adoration for Japanese culture and the beauty and craftsmanship of their pottery. In a world full of celebrity cosmetic lines, it’s refreshing to see someone have so much knowledge and input into the creation of their product. Pharrell’s skincare line will be available in a bundle for $100 on humanrace.com

Words by Luke Nolan, Graphics by Victoria Zhao

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The beauty community and its presence on social media was all about makeup techniques; learning how to contour and choosing the right foundation but this has changed quite a bit over the years. We all still love a good makeup look but nothing beats a good skin, we’ve come to the realisation that a healthy and glowy skin often outweighs a full-face of makeup and there’s nothing wrong with this.

This new wave can be considered as a step towards self-care and acceptance, learning to live and work with the features that we already have instead of covering them up or trying to disguise them. We can attribute this change to the community of influencers, or better said “Skinfluencers”, that isn’t afraid of talking about skin problems like acne or reviewing every product for us, telling us their honest experience with different brands and educating us to the best of their ability to what’s right for each and every one of our skin types.

At first, it may seem too time-consuming to think about a skin-routine to follow and find the products that may be good for you, but that’s why we’ve come up with a list of our top 10 SkInfluencers to follow in order to be up-to-date with the latest trends and news of the beauty industry.

@skincarebyhyram

Hyram Yarbro is all over social media, and we at Voir perfectly understand why. He provides you with accurate and in-depth reviews of trendy products and even suggests alternative yet better skincare brands at more affordable prices. He was one of the firsts to introduce the importance of skincare on Tik Tok and we love him for it, now besides fun dances, we also have the opportunity to take care of ourselves via something as immediate as TikTok.

@whatsonvisface

Vi, also known as the SPF mom, not only will make you laugh with her vivid Tik Toks, but will also inform you with her non-filtered reviews. She knows everything about the good and bad of SPF products and will explain to you in the simplest of ways which ingredients they have and why or not you should be buying them.

@susanyara

You may know her for her career in Journalism or as the founder of Mixed Makeup, but the entrepreneur is also a dedicated Youtuber that focuses on responsible makeup. She will introduce you to all the best eco and plant-based brands that will make your skin feel like new with the satisfaction of taking care of our environment in the meantime.

@labeautyologist

LaBeautyologist’s Instagram is all about useful advice, with an expertise of an esthetician and a flawless skin of her own Nayamka Roberts-Smith is another trustworthy (skin) fluencer that will help you take care of your skin from the inside to the outside. She points out all of the different aspects in our life that influence skincare and how important it is to have a holistic perspective on self-care.

@bambidoesbeauty

The proof that quantity doesn’t mean quality. Ella McNamara is a strong believer that less is more when it comes to skincare, the right oil and you’re good to go. If you like her and want to challenge the consumerist mindset and have a simple yet effective skin-routine she’s the right person to follow.

@thepouf

Christina Grasso doesn’t only focus on beauty, but her knowledge and genuine passion make it a great source of information. She’ll research, buy, and test for you all of those renowned products that we might be too reluctant to buy for the fear of them disappointing us. Her critical reviews and aesthetical content, like her bath series, are definitely worth a follow.

@chemist.confessions

This is the account for those of us that want to break down and understand every element of the products we might put on our skin. If you’re extra-careful with the makeup you buy there’s no reason you shouldn’t give as much importance to your skincare. Gloria and Victoria will compare products, explain formulas and their chemicals, and expose everything there’s to know about the beauty industry and the products we so often advertise.

@jackieaina

Not only she comes up with enchanting makeup looks but prioritizes skincare and motivates us all to do the same. The makeup vlogger gives the best tips when it comes to properly hydrate your skin, overcoming acne shame, and buying products on a budget without ruining your face with unnecessary chemicals.

@liahyoo

Liah Yoo is another one of the many talents that emerged in Tik Tok. She creates content both in English and in Korean in order to make her tips available to as many of us as possible. Her routines and product reviews will amaze you and probably keep you up binge-watching, but at least you’ll be learning something useful that might change your skin’s life forever.

@seangarrette

Probably one of our favourite estheticians on the gram. His clean and organised aesthetics are a reflection of his interpretation of skincare, just by looking at his skin complexion you will understand why he’s a good choice to follow and learn from. If you want a flawless yet natural-looking skin don’t forget to check him out. Words by Chiara Ferrari

Graphic by Latisha Fleckenstien

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Yoga is physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India. However, in the last few years as the practice of Yoga moved more to the west. It has diversified into different kinds of Yoga. These days you can practise everything from Ariel yoga to Goat Yoga. Although the practice of Yoga has moved greatly from its origins, the benefits are undisputed by its practitioners. Today, Voir would like to introduce you to face Yoga, from the expert herself Danielle Collins.

Danielle Collins has made a name for herself as the world’s leading expert with 15 years’ experience teaching Face yoga to millions worldwide. She has been published in hundreds of leading publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, The Telegraph and The Daily Mail. Today The Danielle Collins face yoga method Ruchika Sharma is the world’s largest face yoga class with 600 teachers Worldwide.

So, what is Face Yoga?

According to Danielle Collins, it’s a natural way of looking and feeling younger and healthier. It’s a combination of Face exercise, face massage, acupressure, relaxation and wellbeing.

Face yoga works by toning the facial muscles using facial exercises which in turn boosts your collagen and elastin production, but to receive the maximum result of this holistic practise the female entrepreneur encourages a daily practice of face Yoga, SPF and meditation. The use of Gua Sha and jade rollers are also encouraged as she believes they add another dimension to our daily skincare routine.

After graduating from college, Danielle turned to natural and holistic methods to heal herself after suffering a condition to which she was told there is no cure. After healing herself, she studied these methods and focused on spreading her healing through Yoga. That is when The Danielle Collins face yoga method was developed. A completely natural holistic way of having great skin but it is so much more than that it is also a vision of self-love with a ‘toolbox’ of techniques to use every day, so we are in control of our own faces and our wellness too.

One of the leading problems this practise tackles Is wrinkles and age lines. However, face Yoga not only reverses these problems, but also calms the mind promotes glowing skin and helps the face to look healthier and relaxed. On the hearing of wrinkles and age lines, you may think that face yoga is not for you and is a practise you may want to take up later in life. If you are much older, you may also think it is too late for you, but as Danielle encourages, It’s never too early or never too late to look after your skin. Age is not the only cause of wrinkles; She alerts us on the dangers of sun damage, stress, sugar, caffeine, smoking and lack of sleep. Plus, as we grow Older, Danielle informs on the natural loss of muscle tone, collagen and elastin production, poor lymphatic drainage and sluggish circulation.

Although the results speak for itself for Danielle, the ultimate goal is to help people feel good on the inside. Wellness and self-care always come first. She hopes to give people a tool for life to help their skin look and feel the very best version of themselves using the healing power of their own hands. Beyond her practice, she is a mother to two children here are other things we found out about Danielle.

1. What is your favourite quote?

This too, shall pass.

2. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received?

Our greatest wealth is our health.

3. What is your favourite exercise routine?

Daily Yoga, I love it!

4. What is your favourite beauty product right now?

Fusion by Danielle Collins. It’s vegan, organic and certified by the soil association. Plus works perfectly with Face Yoga and for my sensitive skin.

5. Who is your biggest inspiration?

Over the years, I have learnt to see inspiration in every person I meet.

Words by Precious Njoki

Graphics by Katie Janes

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