With a flurry of 20-something temperatures forecast for this week, it’s all about spring/summer cleansers, sunnier nail shades, holiday hair sets, natural self-tanners and comfortable day/night moisturisers this week.
Here’s a look at some of the launches worth investigating further this month…
M A D A R A
MADARA’s just-in FAKE IT streak-free, natural look self-tan (body) lands just in time for sunnier days, along with an interesting SUN15 BEACH BB Shimmering Sunscreen SPF (it’s subtle and natural, for body, hands & face).
Ready for a BEACH BB?
Earmark MADARA’s new SUN20 if you’re a light sun milk fan (again, this one’s for body, hands & face). It’s as weightless as it claims, it’s non-greasy, and – important – kind to our oceans. And the icing on the cake is that this light mineral milk-mineral filter formula is 99% natural #yesss
“NEW IN” from MADARA too is this hair trio, formulated to boost thickness, volume and growth. The 3-Minute BOOST SCALP TREATMENT SERUM boasts an interesting line-up including nature’s hair doctor nettle, zinc, seaweed extract and the “research star” here, chanterelle mushroom extract.
3-MINUTE BOOST SCALP SERUM – INGREDIENTS
Aqua Chantharellus Cibarius (Chanterelle) Extract Alcohol Glycerin PCA Glyceryl Oleate Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract Zinc PCA Aroma Carrageenan Cellulose gum Caffeine Xylitylglucoside Anhydroxylitol Ceratonia Siliqua Gum Sucrose Hydrolyzed Keratin Xylitol Lactic Acid Limonene Geraniol Linalool Citronellol Sodium Benzoate
How to use:massage in, leave 3 mins, rinse off and follow with the volumising GROW Shampoo and Confitioner.
L A B E L.M
LABEL.M – LIMITED EDITION SUN TRAVEL BAG SET
Label.m’s “fab 4 for holiday hair” is here and it’s really nicely priced at £24.95. From a chlorine-busting hair cleanser to a detamgling protein spray here’s what’s inside the limited edition holographic travel bag.
The limited edition travel collection – aka new weekend away/Greek island Easter escape bag – from label.m protects against sun, chlorine and salt water damage. Combats frizz, retains colour and boosts shine for healthy-looking hair.
Here’s what’s in it (note the generous but still hand luggage friendly sizes)…
After Sun Cleanser 60ml
Gentle hydrating shampoo to remove chlorine, salt water, sand and sweat, restoring hair’s natural moisture and nutrients. Formulated with anti-chlorine molecules, UVA and UVB filters to protect against colour fade while repairing thermal damage.
After Sun Mask 60ml
Counteracts damage caused by the sun, sea and chlorine. Hydrates, restores and nurtures hair whilst protecting it from further damage.
Protein Spray 50ml
A moisturising detangler to help shield hair from heat damage and UV rays. Exclusive Enviroshield Complex protecting hair against heat styling, sun and damaged hair while providing seductive shine.
Sun Protect Oil 60ml
Light-weight shine-boosting veil provides protection against sun damage, chlorine and salt water. The nutrient-rich formula rehydrates and renews hair.
M A V A L A
MAVALA’s celebrating spring-in-full-colour with 6 new shades that make up its Dash and Splash collection. The thing about Mavala’s Minis is the incredbly diverse palette of colours you can play with – plus, they’re “free from”.
T H I S W O R K S
THIS WORKS’ NEW RANGE FOR MORNING PEOPLE (OR *NOT* MORNING PEOPLE)…
Not a morning person? Pop a few drops of This Works’ new Morning Expert Wake-Up Drops into your diffuser (my top pick is still Tisserand’s brilliant and surprisingly affordable plug-in diffuser which also doubles as a humidifier depending on the setting, and changes colour if you want it to). I use it almost every day, including anti-flagging revitalising peppermint oil for focus (work), rose geranium in the evenings and lavender or petitgrain before hitting the pillow.
Rosemary has beautiful, almost magical cleansing & clearing properties – for me, it’s the sage smudge stick of essential oils – it’s also good for memory and concentration and you can use it for “cleansing” the air in a room during and after illness.
This beautiful herb takes me back to the warmth of the Mediterranean and like its growing companion lavender it really is an essential essential oil for me when I travel.
Mood-boosting investment: Tisserand Aroma Spa Diffuser
This Works recently launched a whole Morning Expert “wake up call” collection – anything to make mornings easier/better is good as our mornings set the tone for the rest of the day ahead. I haven’t tried the range so if you have do let me know what you think…
WAKE-UP DROPS – INGREDIENTS
LAVANDULA HYBRIDA LEAF OIL, ROSMARINUS OFFINALIS LEAF OIL, MENTHA PIPERITA LEAF OIL.
O M O R O V I C Z A
ON THE “TEST LIST” NEXT WEEK is OMOROVICZA’S NEW PEACHY MICELLAR CLEASERS (CLEANSING DISCS)
You can pretty much guarantee a new launch from Hungarian spa brand Omorovicza will be a particularly interesting one – here’s an excerpt from their latest press release:
Omorovicza is thrilled to announce the launch of Peachy Micellar Cleansers – the latest addition to its cleansing line-up! Perfect whether you are looking for a cleansing on-the-go solution, or as a complement to your double cleansing routine, the Peachy Micellar Cleanser discs are the most convenient way to cleanse.
Soaked in a super gentle yet effective natural micellar solution, the discs remove daily grime, oil and even waterproof makeup in one sweep.
W E A R E W I L D
And We Are Wild has landed at Victoria Health, a store run by wellbeing curators I have great respect for who are both early adopters (like The Beauty Shortlist) and really know how to handpick a health and beauty edit.
Probiotic cleansers – and skincare generally – are on the rise and this one goes on as a balm, melts into a cleansing oil and finishes as a micro-foam (when you add water after massaging in the oil). Another on on my “TEST LIST”, so if you’ve got this one, let us know your thoughts…
C A U D A L I E
NEW FROM CAUDALIE – VINOSOURCE SOS INTENSE HYDRATION CREME (DAY/NIGHT)
Nicely priced at £25 and 97% natural, Caudalie’s new love for beauty-from-the-vines arrives in time for early summer. Grape extracts, borage oil (a real skin-calming/comforting oil), sodium hyaluronate, glycerine and squalene (olive) are some of the stars of the show here.
Apply after a serum, day or night for longer lasting hydration. Suitable for even sensitive skins.
Here’s to new beauty and warmer temps!
#HappySpring
