Beauty: Last News

January is all about starting new habits and creating new routines, so why not also make it the month of trying something new, too? Whether you’re embracing Veganuary, looking to overhaul your skincare routine, or are simply trying to save money when it comes to your beauty buys, we think we’ve found just the thing – and it checks off all three boxes. The Body Shop’s Camomile Sumptuous Makeup Cleansing Butter, £6 here for 20ml or £12 here for 90ml, has been praised by shoppers for how well it helps melt away even the most waterproof makeup, leaving your skin feeling clean and nourished.

We firmly encourage your new year to be all about recuperating from a hectic festive season, but even if you’ve been religiously getting your eight hours of sleep each night it can take a little while longer for your skin to get the memo that you’re well rested now. If you’ve been doing everything right but you’re still struggling with those pesky dark circles and puffy, tired-looking under eyes (and don’t forget, sometimes genetics can play a part in it too), then it might be time to invest in a brand new eye serum to give those dark circles a helping hand and show them the door.

By now we’re guessing that your festive season manicure is just about ready for a new lease of life, but if you're anything like us your January budget might be giving you pause for thought when it comes to another year of expensive salon visits. Although there’s nothing wrong with a little splurge in the name of self care and taking care of yourself, when money is tight it might be time to think of other ways you can get some impeccably on-trend nails without splashing out quite so much cash.

For far too long there has been a misconception that blush is a no-go for those with blemish-prone complexions. As somebody with textured skin who wears a lot of make-up and experiments with loads of different products and formulas, I can agree that powder blushes might not be the most flattering on acne-prone skin as they can look cakey and dry.

Last year, we started ditching our hair extensions and long locks in favour of shorter styles, and it seems that in 2024 we will still be rocking the bob with total confidence. With short hairdos showing no signs of going anywhere, professional hairstylists are giving their two cents on what kind of bob will take centre stage for the next few seasons.The overall response seems to award the 'baroque bob': a voluminous cut made popular by Zendaya that combines a collarbone length with voluminous curls, waves or elaborate textures for a striking yet modern take on the classic bob.

From office parties to family gatherings the festive party season can be a little tough on us all. But aside from needing to physically recuperate from a solid month of celebrations, our hair also needs a little TLC to recover.

If there’s one absolute essential we all need in our winter beauty bags, it's a good lip balm that helps fend of dry, chapped lips that are caused by a combination of the cold weather, low humidity and harsh winds. Although we all have our old faithfuls like Vaseline’s Lip Therapy, £8 here for four, or a trusty tub of Carmex, £3.49 here, that we fall back on year after year, it might be time to branch out, especially when the latest product to come from Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty brand is a lip balm done in collaboration with her rapper boyfriend, A$AP Rocky.

There’s nothing quite like a beauty bundle to get your hands on some of your favourite makeup and skincare products for less, and Liberty London’s latest kit has to be one of the most amazing savings of all time. The brand new Beauty Hall of Fame Kit is packed full of quite literally everything a beauty fanatic needs, from haircare heroes to skincare saviours and makeup must-haves, and you can get it all for just £180.

Ever wondered if your body cream could turn you into a spider magnet? Sure, we've all heard about pheromones drawing in potential romantic interests, but what about those eight-legged creatures? It sounds like the stuff of nightmares, but a TikTok, X, and Reddit theory suggesting that certain body care ingredients can attract spiders is currently going viral. And just like that, beauty enthusiasts, amateur arachnologists and even esteemed experts have found themselves tangled in a web of curiosity and speculation.The whole topic started to gather attention after Sol de Janeiro launched a new scent to the body butter collection, the Delicia Drench Body Butter, £21 here for 75ml.

2023 really was the year of Margot Robbie. Sure, Barbie had her moment but it was the actress that had little and big girls worldwide in awe.

Fashion icon Victoria Beckham went makeup-free as she shared her everyday skincare regime with her followers. The 49-year-old looked flawless as she gave fans an insight into the routine she does "twice a day, every single day".Taking to Instagram, she showed off her beauty secrets as she explained what products she uses to stay looking youthful. And, of course, the fashion designer was quick to promote her favourite Victoria Beckham Beauty products from her own skincare line.

If you’ve been unlucky in love and you’re looking to turn that around in 2024, a simple red manicure might just be the answer to all your romantic problems. According to beauty and wellness platform, Fresha, searches for ‘red nails’ have surged by 160% in the past 12 months, alongside searches for the ‘red nail theory’ rising by 158%, largely thanks to Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez’s manicure choices.

If one of your 2024 resolutions was to give your skincare routine an overhaul but you aren’t quite sure where to start, you might want to give some celebrity-approved cult favourites a whirl – especially when they’re on sale. One range that’s just as popular with skincare fanatics as it is with A-listers is Elemis’ Pro-Collagen range, which counts celebs like Victoria Beckham, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Molly-Mae Hague amongst its fans, and considering how glowy and flawless their skin is, we’re inclined to follow their advice.

New year, new… lashes? If longer, thicker eyelashes are on your 2024 vision board, then we’ve got you covered because this lash growth serum is said to double the length of your eyelashes in just one month. The LUXROS Eyelash Growth Serum, £21.89 here (was £39.88), has been getting rave reviews from Amazon shoppers, who swear by the serum for giving their eyelashes a much needed boost.

Christmas may be but a distant memory already, but that doesn’t mean we’re ready to give up on a good gift set just yet.The budget-friendly bundles are one of our favourite ways to try out new beauty products and stock up on old faithfuls, all whilst saving ourself money thanks to their heavily discounted price. One perfect example of why we love a gift set so much is the brand new John Lewis X Clarins Skincare Gift Set, £49 here, which contains a whopping £109 worth of makeup and skincare for you to use, all whilst saving yourself £60 in the process.

When it comes to body hair, if you prefer to be hair-free rather than letting it grow au naturale the chances are you’ve probably already tried plenty of different hair removal methods to get you the silky smooth finish you love. However, if you’re sick of constant shaving routines that leave you stubbly by the end of the day and can’t bear the thought of the additional expense – and pain – of a regular waxing appointment at a salon, it may be time to branch out on your at-home hair removal strategy.

Christmas party season may be over but we're all still looking for ways to look and feel good with make-up this January. And if glowy skin and dewy, flushed cheeks sound up your street, Holly Ramsay is serving all the inspiration you need in the form of a new Instagram make-up tutorial.The 24 year old, the daughter of Gordon and Tana Ramsay, titled the minute-long Reel: "Christmas party grwm ft @adam_peaty hehe".

When it comes to winter, your skincare becomes all about keeping your skin as hydrated as possible, with the cold temperatures, low air humidity and harsh winds all stripping your skin of its usual moisture. However, one thing that often gets overlooked is your lips, and we all know there’s nothing more irritating and painful than a dry, chapped pout.

When it comes to glowy, radiant makeup, almost every beauty lover automatically thinks of Charlotte Tilbury, with products like its Hollywood Flawless Filter, £39 here, and Beauty Light Wand, £30 here, being used by celebrities and MUAs to achieve red carpet-ready luminous complexions. The glow-boosting beauty products have proven to be increasingly popular over the years, but with an average price tag of £30+, filling your makeup bag with Charlotte Tilbury isn’t as affordable as we would like.Thankfully, several budget-friendly brands have come to our rescue and launched a whole host of CT-inspired beauty products, some of which have gone viral for giving almost identical results.

Over the last year, we've all collectively agreed that cakey make-up is a thing of the past.The real beauty game-changer? Skin tints. And let's be real, who doesn't love a little skin-loving magic that lets your natural beauty shine while blurring out those imperfections? Shoppers and beauty enthusiasts appreciate the subtle enhancement they offer, allowing the complexion's natural beauty to shine through while effectively blurring imperfections. Marks & Spencer's Autograph Luminosity Radiant Skin Foundation, now reduced to £5.50 from £12.50 here (which is a great £7 saving), appears to be one of beauty lovers’ staples when it comes to seeking a flawless finish that not only conceals imperfections but also illuminates your skin with a healthy glow.

I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! fifteen series winner Vicky Pattinson has recently stepped into the beauty world with the launch of her brand No Filter, and beauty lovers seem to be quite enthusiastic about it. Teaming up with the talented Newcastle make-up artist, Lo Dias, this Geordie Shore star has unleashed a collection that's all about affordable glam.