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Irish Independent
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Triona McCarthy: Dua Lipa's make-up artist was in town and I got the lowdown on all her latest launches
Hughes was collaborating with the wonderful Kim O'Sullivan from Brow Aid for the occasion as well as Hildun Beauty, and it was fabulous to have amazing creatives, beauty brand founders and industry icons all in one room. Katie's Schtick If you follow Hughes on Insta, you'll see she had a great time here splitting the G with Dua Lipa while she was in town! I'm excited her make-up range is now available in Ireland. With Hughes hopes to empower the beauty community to rewrite the traditional rules of beauty and showcase the endless ways products can be used. I love the Soft Smudge Lip & Cheek (€26, which is a multi-use cream-to-powder stick that delivers a soft matte sheer wash of colour. It's long-wearing and blends into your skin, and when applied to the lips, gives you the perfect buildable colour. It will also leave your lips and cheeks smooth and vibrant. Brow Kween As founder of the Dublin Makeup Academy and the undisputed kween of Dublin brows, Kim O'Sullivan showcased Brow Aid The Brow Blade (€33, a 4-in-1 pencil that contains a brush, in-built sharpener and a refill. It's smudge-proof and comes in various shades to suit all hair colours and skin tones, and its angled tip allows you to make thick and thin strokes to give you flawless brows in just a few steps. You'll be browtastic in no time. Hi to Hildun Meanwhile, beauty writer and business woman Suzy Griffin Dunne from Hildun Beauty showed her latest launch – Summer Nights, a limited-edition capsule collection created in collaboration with world-renowned make-up artist Hannah Martin. The high-performing, blendable pigments with long-wearing formulas include Hildun Beauty Sheer Glow Face Gel (€23, which is a hydrating, water-based complexion enhancer. Formulated with 74pc water, it's infused with humectant ingredients for maximum hydration. Tipple Away We enjoyed lovely cocktails all evening at the launch and, thankfully, I took some Tipple to ward off the hangover from the, er, tipples. The Tipple Hangover Defence Box (€30, is a supplement containing vitamins, minerals, electrolytes and probiotics for hangover protection. Each sachet contains two capsules to be taken when drinking, and you take two capsules with every four drinks for maximum effect. Bottoms up! Treat Hydration heaven Pippa O'Connor Ormond does it again. The bestselling Poco Beauty Skin Flood Ceramide Plumping Water is now available in new sizes – mini (€23) and XL (€65, The lightweight, water-based toner is infused with micro-ceramide capsules for deep hydration, strengthens the skin barrier and enhances product absorption. Treatment Face forward On a recent trip to London. I checked out oculoplastic surgeon and facial aesthetics doctor Maryam Zamani's signature broadband light (BBL) therapy (from £500). It effectively treats skin issues and tightens skin, while her tailored approach transforms appearances. Don't miss her marvellous range of products, including the Eyeconic LED Eye Mask post-treatment – perfect for reducing inflammation. See Trick Cool cosmetics As the weather gets warmer, beauty products can be affected – foundation and nail varnish can separate, for example. Keeping your liquid products in the fridge will make them last longer – and you might want to invest in a dedicated skincare fridge rather than making your La Mer share a shelf with some wilted lettuce. As an added bonus, your beauty products will be refreshingly cool when you apply them to your face in hot, sweaty weather.
Irish Examiner
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
The best of July beauty: Sally Foran's summer beauty buys
1. Armani's Luminous Silk Cheek Tint Shine Radiant liquid blushes that deliver a soft, pearlescent glow with 12-hour wear. Building on the original formula's success, this new version introduces a shine-enhancing finish, inspired by watercolour technology for seamless blending. Infused with light-catching pearls, they create a skin- fusing, ultra-thin film that boosts natural luminosity without disturbing makeup. Their water-in-oil emulsion ensures a fluid texture that melts into the skin, providing a luminous, second-skin effect. Available in four radiant shades, I'm especially loving Cosmic Pink, a vibrant, cool-toned pink that adds instant freshness. €43, Brown Thomas 2. BrowAid's Illumilift Eye & Brow Hydrogel Mask BrowAid's Illumilift Eye & Brow Hydrogel Mask Skincare comes for our brows with this innovative mask from brow expert Kim O'Sullivan and dermatologist Catriona Ryan. Dehydration lines are often mistaken for fine lines, and this mask tackles them fast. Formulated with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, vitamin C, vitamin E, caffeine, ceramides, retinyl palmitate, and trending anti-inflammatory ectoin, it hydrates, depuffs, brightens, calms, and strengthens skin while also supporting brow density and regeneration. A must-have for dull, puffy, or tired eyes. €9, Planet Beauty 3. Inglot Glazed Lips Liquid Lipsticks Inglot Glazed Liquid Lipstick Not your average gloss, these are infused with 100% mineral SPF 50 for serious sun protection. Broad spectrum coverage helps shield lips from dryness, premature ageing, and most importantly, skin cancer. The formula also features swertia chirata extract, proven to visibly smooth lips in just one week. Creamy, ultra-glossy, and nourishing, these deliver vibrant colour in one swipe with no stickiness or feathering. Available in six flattering pink and nude shades. €21, Cloud 10 Beauty 4. SoSu Cosmetics All-in-One Complexion Palette SoSu Cosmetics All-in-One Complexion Palette Features 12 ultra-blendable cream formulas covering base, concealer, corrector, contour, bronze, blush, and highlight. Ideal for travel and everyday use, it offers lightweight, radiant HD coverage that's buildable and enriched with vitamin E. Available in three tone families; light (a mix of cool, neutral, and warm tones with soft blushes and luminous highlighters), medium (golden, olive, and neutral tones with rich blushes and warm highlighters) and dark (neutral, red, and golden undertones with bold blushes and high shine highlighters). Apply with a brush, sponge, or your fingertips, and custom mix for your perfect match. €39.95, SoSu Cosmetics. 5. Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum This 4th generation of the iconic serum is a breakthrough formula powered by over 30 years of research into skin immunity. Clinically proven to improve all seven signs of ageing, 95% of users saw younger-looking skin in one week. The serum features power fermented camellia, a patented ingredient that activates the skin's memory T cells, natural defenders that boost resilience and eliminate aged cells. Lightweight and dewy, it absorbs fast and visibly plumps and smooths skin. Infused with calming matsurikai flowers and housed in an eco-conscious refillable bottle. . €95 for 30ml, Arnotts 6. Ayu Face Tanning Mist Ayus Face Tanning Mist The ultimate no-fuss glow solution. No mitts, no streaks, just mist and go. The fast-drying, lightweight formula gives a natural, buildable tan while caring for your skin. Infused with panthenol and coffee seed extract, it hydrates, soothes, and revitalises without clogging pores. Paraben-free, fragrance-free, and safe during pregnancy. Great for all skin types, including sensitive and acne prone skin. To use, spray 20 to 25 cm from clean skin, avoid brows/lips, let air dry, and avoid water for four to six hours. €24, Ayu 7. Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Glow Lip Oils Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Glow Lip Oil Tap into the dopamine beauty trend with juicy, high shine, mood boosting colour. These lip oils combine balm comfort, oil nourishment, and glossy shine, minus the stickiness. Infused with hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and fruit oils, they hydrate, plump, and protect the lip barrier. Six vibrant shades include two pH adaptive tints and four glossy finishes, all with 12 hour wear. €28, Brown Thomas 8. Ella & Jo Mood Mist Collection Ella & Jo Mood Mist Three multitasking facial sprays designed to match your mood while delivering serious skincare benefits. Energise is citrus scented and brightens, reduces puffiness, and boosts glow. Reset, with a spa-like herbal scent, tones, rebalances, and hydrates midday skin. Calm is lavender-based and soothes irritation and stress. All mists are infused with hyaluronic acid, green tea, aloe vera, and chamomile. Use pre skincare for absorption or post makeup for glow. Vegan, cruelty free, and pregnancy safe. €32, Meaghers Pharmacy Prices correct at time of print
