December 11, 2023 |
Beauty Finds is Ten’s new, online series where beauty authority Edwina Ings-Chambers dissects her must-have beauty finds each month.
Reach for Invity SuperNAD Youth Activating Facial Sheet Mask (£59 for 5; shop here). Ok, it’s basically a tenner a go but if the party season is showing on your face then this mask is a gamechanger. Give it time to work: apply at night after cleansing, leave for 20 mins (or even an hour) so skin can really soak up the serum and then let it do the hard work while you sleep. Wake up to glowy, bright, fresh-looking skin. It’s like a little Christmas miracle.
Photography courtesy of Invity.
Head to the Glossier pop-up on Regent Street which brings their cult ‘You’ fragrance to life with a fun and interactive experience until early January. It’s also where you can buy some of the best – and wonderfully bonkers – beauty branded merch we’ve seen in years including Glossier mini mics (£16) and, wait for it, even a giant Peugeot pepper mill collab (£95) – the link is, of course, the pink peppercorn notes in the perfume. You know you want it. Book now.
Photography courtesy of Glossier.
Light up your new favourite flame: a Control and Chaos natural wax candle housed in properly swanky jars. Offering a twist on the traditional, their alternative aromas focus on juxtaposing notes that would normally be opposites. So ‘Tryst + Forgiveness’, for instance, is a blend of mint and rose. All inspired by those creative junctions in life where messiness collides with the ideal to create a spark of opportunity. £55; shop here.
Photography courtesy of Control and Chaos.
Tune in to Unknown Beauty, the documentary about Francois Nars and his inspirations and early career. Narrated by Charlotte Rampling and directed by Lisa Immordino Vreeland (also behind Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has to Travel) it’s loaded with clips form the golden era of classic Hollywood movies, imagery of the nouvelle vague, and behind the scenes video footage from his shoots in 1990s New York. It’s a veritable richness of creativity. To rent (£5.49) or buy (£10.99) on Apple TV, click here.
Dress up your nails with Dior Vernis in 900 Black Rivoli, a deep, dark, moody purple that’s just the right amount of elegant decadence. £27; shop here.
Photography courtesy of Dior.
Smell like a department store. Well, not really – but kind of. The new Liberty LBTY Fragrance in Tudor is the epitome of all things bohemian that the legendary emporium represents. A warm woody concoction it has notes of ginger, nutmeg, juniper berries and resins and all housed in some of the most charming bottles in the business. Inhale. From £45; shop here.
Photography courtesy of Liberty.
Cleanse yourself with the limited-edition Eve Lom Cleanser balm that has been decorated for some festive fun with charming illustrations inspired by its key ingredients (eucalyptus, chamomile, hops) all drawn by sought after textile artist Agustina Sorrentini who has collaborated with many a luxury house. A beauty classic with a new fashion attitude. £65; shop here.
Photography courtesy of Eve Lom.
Ramp up your skincare routine with Lightinderm, the new must have LED gadget (£399; shop here) and accompanying serums (from £80 for a month’s supply) that’s just landed in the UK from France. The skincare has a high concentration of photo-active ingredients so when you apply the LED light (beneficial itself to skin quality) the combo essentially triples the effectiveness. Targets all the usual concerns with dedicated serums for each, including lifting, lines, brightening, volume, and redness. It’s an investment so best get it on your present wish list now – and be very, very good until the December 25.
Photography courtesy of Lightinderm.
Don’t forget one of the best makeup launches this year: Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation (£49; shop here). Seriously, there isn’t a top MUA I’ve seen lately who hasn’t been raving about. Why? Because it’s packed with skincare benefits to aid a natural glow up, plus the medium-coverage looks and feels natural on and gives a really dewy finish. Available in 30 shades.
Photography courtesy of Shiseido.
Try this tip from MUA Andrew Gallimore to give your makeup a Christmas twinkle: an easy way to apply glitter is to use an eye pencil infused with it so you can wear it as a line or sketch over the eyelid and smudge with your finger tip (which kinda releases the glitter more) so it’s more of an eyeshadow. Try Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal Jewel Liner…the Gold Lamé shade is particularly sparkly!! £39; shop here.
Photography courtesy of Victoria Beckham Beauty.
