The Mission at Hand

In a video shared on SKKN’s Instagram page, Kim Kardashian discussed the inspiration behind her latest brand, detailing everything from packaging, to self-confidence, facials, and what it is that, to her, truly constitutes beauty. Characterising healthy skin as integral, Kim Kardashian went on to enforce her prevailing desire to create a solution based brand that provides all of the necessities you need for glowing skin – placing nine key products at SKKN’s forefront.

For Kim, doing her bit when it came to the health of our environment was vital. But whilst each product arrives packaged in recyclable materials, online critics have labelled her statement that each bottle is refillable as ‘greenwashing’. In a TikTok video shared online by Megan McSherry, the creator behind @acteevism, it was revealed that the brand is simply using reusable cases for its product, rather than being fully re-usable. Although undoubtedly misleading, by reducing single-use plastics and the abundance of plastic waste that ends up situated in landfill, it’s clear that SKKN has begun to take steps in the right direction with regards to sustainability. After all, there’s no one quite like Kim K when it comes to bouncing back from criticism.

“I really have always been this girl that loves to share my tips and tricks with people. I feel like it’s so selfish to not share information”

After struggling with psoriasis, Kim embarked on a mission to discover how to care for her skin, using her diagnosis as her catalyst to success. Working alongside the knowledge that she has accumulated over the last decade, often in the presence of the world’s most esteemed professionals and dermatologists, SKKN inarguably includes all of the best ingredients you may be missing out on – from hyaluronic acid to niacinamide.

The Showstoppers

At $575 dollars, the nine product line-up delivers an indulgent at-home experience that takes nourishment to the next level. To begin with, a lush and creamy, fragrance-free cleanser gently dissolves makeup and unwanted oils, supplemented by powerful humectants and swiftly followed by an exfoliator that transforms dull skin into a flawless complexion. Gentle, effective, and packed with anti-oxidants, this product pairs beautifully with SKKN’s toner, a product that makes use of double acidic and enzymatic exfoliation to help reduce the appearance of pores.

£ 45

SKKN Cleanser

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£ 57

SKKN Exfoliator

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£ 39

SKKN Toner

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In need of hydration? Look no further. The hyaluronic acid serum was developed to serve as a daily water shot for your skin, locking in 72 hours of moisture. When partnered with the vitamin C8 serum, these products will boost collagen synthesis and minimise signs of ageing, achieving a radiance that isn’t just revitalised, but hydrated too. What’s more, you can top it all off with an eye cream that tackles puffiness and fine lines via a carefully developed peptide complex.

£ 93

SKKN Hyaluronic Acid Serum

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£ 93

SKKN Vitamin C8 Serum

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£ 66

SKKN Eye Cream

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For a youthful radiance as stunning as Kim’s, the fragrance-free face cream is guaranteed to promote firmness through shea butter, alfalfa and squalane. On the other hand, the oil drops are supercharged with an active form of vitamin C that helps revive dull skin, whilst the night oil re-energises and repairs throughout the evening. There really is something for everyone!

£ 74

SKKN Face Cream

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£ 98

SKKN Oil Drops

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£ 98

SKKN Night Oil

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Trials and Tribulations

Cruelty-free, vegan, and formulated without sulfates, gluten, or phenoxyethanol, there’s no question that SKKN’s products are backed by science. Working with one of her favourite skin care experts, Joanna Czech, to select ingredients, Kim ensured that SKKN’s products were able to meet different tones and textures from across the board – incorporating a range of active ingredients.

Like anything in life, Kim Kardashian’s road to success hasn’t been smooth sailing – encountering a law suit filed by Black-Brooklyn-owned Beauty Concepts shortly after launch. Labelled a “shakedown effort” by Kim’s lawyer, there’s no doubt that the pair are hoping to smooth things over.

Daily Rituals

In a video uploaded to Instagram, Kim took her followers through the step by step ritual she uses in both the mornings and evenings, comprising all nine products taken directly from her collection. Starting with a few pumps of her cleanser (mixed with a bit of water to make a creamy foam), she then advises her viewers to exfoliate twice a week, with a generous scoop forming step two of her detailed routine. A few splashes of toner are then gently swiped across her face, followed by a couple of pumps of each respective serum (vitamin C8 at nighttime,) some eye cream applied via her ring finger, and finally, a selection of either face cream and oil drops, or solely, the night cream.

If you’re inspired by SKKN as much as we are, you can purchase Kim’s products by clicking SHOP on each product.

Words By Gracie Eastwood

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Nothing says summer like sitting under an evening sunset with a glass of sangria in hand, looking like a tanned, luminous goddess. Stepping into the sunny months gives you the perfect opportunity to give your skin that much deserved rest it needs. A chance to put down the foundation bottle and focus on getting that sun kissed, golden hour glow we all crave. Even though holidays have been put on hold for the short run (*tear runs down face*), there’s nothing stopping you from finding the perfect skincare products to create an irresistible evening glow. So, at Voir, we’ve given you a helping hand to achieve that ‘I’ve just left the Mediterranean’ vibe we so desperately need. No thanks wanted.

Isle of Paradise Self-Tanning Drops£19.95Bronzed skin is the epitome of summer. It really screams “I’ve been lying on a beach for the past two weeks.” While the sun usually does the trick, there is nothing wrong in going faux. Self-tanning drops allow you to create that custom tan for a beautifully bronzed look. Just by simply working a few of the drops into your skin, you are beach ready. Top tip: Go gradually with this. We are looking for sun-kissed, not satsuma. Shop the product on Beauty Bay

Charlotte Tilbury Unisex Healthy Glow All-Year Hydrating Summer Tint Moisturiser£35.00No one likes harsh foundation lines, especially in the summer. It’s just not a look we want in life. So, what’s great about this tinted moisturizer is that it adapts to your natural skin tone as you apply it. It gives you an instant glow, locks in the hydration and is super lightweight for the sun. No cake faces here! Shop the product at John Lewis

Glossier Super Glow£24.00As the sun goes down, it’s your skins time to shine. And everybody loves a serum to do the job.

They’re moisturizing, lightweight and ideal for the summer. The Glossier Super Glow serum is infused with Vitamin C and Magnesium; the perfect duo for radiant, energized skin. Just by applying a little bit of this in the morning, you’ll have that ‘lit-from-within look’ by sunset. An absolute holy grail!Shop the product at Glossier

M.A.C Strobe Face Glaze

£21.00

If you’re looking for one product to give off those holiday summer vibes, it’s highlighter. What we love about this glaze is that it gives off an iridescent, dewy glow without any excessive shimmer or sparkle that can sometimes look tacky. It contains ‘pearlescent particles’ to add dimension to your face. With this stuff, your skin is going to beam.

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Fenty Beauty Gloss bomb – Universal Lip Luminizer£17Glossy lips take centre stage when creating that summer skin glow. So, of course, this is where bad gal Rhi Rhi (aka Rihanna) steps in. We all love a bit of Fenty Beauty, so with one swipe of this Gloss Bomb, your lips will transform into fuller, dazzling smackers! Bonus: Its super shiny with a non-sticky formula, so that summer breeze won’t get in your way!Shop the product on Fenty Beauty

Makeup Revolution Molten Body Liquid Illuminator

£15.00 Don’t forget to give your body the evening glow it deserves as well! Just before you head outside to soak in the rest of the sun, apply this to your shoulders, arms, collarbones and even brow bones for a healthy glow! No wonder it’s described as ‘a beautiful body lava’.

Beware: You may need to pull out the shades with this one. You’ll be gleaming. Shop the product here at Revolution Beauty

Words by Clare Stephenson

Graphics by Katie Janes

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