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Yahoo
3 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
I've written about beauty for 5 years — here are 6 products I continue to re-buy
These beauty products are good to the last drop — trust me, I've finished them all. As someone who reviews and writes about products for a living, you would be right to assume that I've tried my fair share of beauty goodies. From dermatologist-recommended anti-aging essentials to products that found their fame on TikTok, I have tried a lot — and I mean a lot — of beauty products. Because my beauty cabinet resembles that of a small but stocked Sephora, I rarely re-buy something once I've finished it. Often, even though I love and truly recommend something, I have 10 more of its kind waiting to be tested, so a product has to be something extra special to warrant a repeat purchase. Finishing a product in earnest is not only a testament to its efficacy, but how often I reach for it in my day-to-day routine. I re-buy so rarely that when I do, it's worth a shout-out. If you keep scrolling, you'll find a list of beauty products that fit the following criteria: A) they're empty or nearly empty and B) I have re-purchased them in the past or am planning to do so in the near future. From my favourite-ever toner to the perfect sunscreen for oily skin, read on to shop my beauty empties.
New York Times
21-07-2025
- General
- New York Times
If Your Blow Dryer Brush Isn't Working, You Probably Need to Clean It
My blow dryer brush is one of my most prized possessions. When I started using one to transform my limp, wavy hair into pert, bouncy curls, I was so flushed with compliments that I barely knew how to act. Suddenly, I was that girl — the one people asked, 'Wait, how did you get your hair so perfect?' So the day that my blow dryer brush, a Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System, refused to start and an indicator light blinked red, I went through the five stages of grief in rapid succession. Fortunately, there was an easy fix. According to the product manual, a flashing red indicator light means that the filter needs cleaning. I opened the filter cover at the bottom of the appliance, and sure enough, it was crammed full of dust and debris. I did a quick scrape of the filter with my fingers over the trash can, put the cover back on, and plugged in the brush. And I was astonished by how powerful it was once again. Only after I cleaned it did I realize that even before it blinked red, it was operating at significantly reduced capacity. But this experience taught me that I have to be more diligent in caring for my beloved blow dryer brush, and now I make it a priority to deep-clean my FlexStyle every two months or so. Depending on how often you use yours, you might need to get in there more frequently, but a good rule of thumb is to clean it when you notice hair tangled in the bristles, product buildup on the handle, and dust in the filter. Different blow dryer brushes have different components, so we recommend checking your model's manual before cleaning it, but the following cleaning method applies to a range of popular models, including the Dyson Airwrap and Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus, as well. One more thing: Always unplug your blow dryer brush and let it cool before cleaning it.
National Post
06-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- National Post
These are the 3 must-have makeup products, according to a beauty pro
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article content I often get asked what my favourite makeup products are. So I thought it would be fun to create a little makeup must-haves list that are tried, true and totally worth it. Article content Article content From bronzer to brows, these are the beauty products that I reach for time and time again, and often feature in my column. Article content Article content Whether you're a minimalist or a full-glam enthusiast, these products can easily be incorporated into anyone's makeup bag. No hype, just honest favourites that have earned their place in my beauty routine. I've also include my favourite drugstore dupes for an affordable alternative. Article content Bronzer Article content Bronzer is a must for most beauty routines. NARS Laguna Talc-Free Bronzer Powder ($57) has been a staple in mine. It creates instant warmth and a long-wearing natural glow all year round. Article content Brows Article content I can't leave the house without defining my eyebrows. I'm a diehard fan of the Benefit Cosmetics Precisely Brow Pencil ($36). With just a few strokes, I can instantly transform my brows and make them look full and fluffy. If I don't have time to fill and shape my brows, I always like to use a brow gel to set my brows, and for that, I reach for Milk Makeup KUSH Clear Brow Gel ($30). Article content Article content
The Sun
05-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
I tested Aldi's 7 new beauty buys all for under £5 – a cult Charlotte Tilbury dupe is back but the blusher was my fave
AFFORDABLE beauty products have a special place in my heart. While I love testing luxury launches, there's nothing more satisfying than finding a gem for less than a tenner. This year, more budget products than ever before have impressed me by far out-performing their price tags. When Rimmel Thrill Seeker Lip Ink Pen, £9.99, landed on my desk in January, I put it to one side while I continued working. But to my surprise, a few days later I realised I'd reached for it before every meeting that week to look more polished, and the colour had stayed put all day. It's not patchy or sticky, and the slimline nib means I can trace my lip line, then tilt the pen on its side to fill in the bulk of my lips. Similary, I bought Maybelline Instant Anti Age Eraser Eye Concealer Color Corrector Pink, £9.99, on a whim with low expectations after a passport photo left me looking like I had two black eyes. The original version is my favourite budget concealer – even though I hate the sponge applicator, the formula and coverage is unrivalled. The light-pink hue is perfect for my blue-toned shadows and it applies smoothly. The sponge (for all its unhygienic flaws) helps control how much product is applied so you don't overload the delicate under-eye area. Plus, it layers well with my concealer, and makes my under-eyes look far less tired. They're just a couple of the affordable beauty products to have made it into my regular rotation over the last six months, and I'm always on the hunt for more. So, when I heard Aldi were launching not one, but seven new beauty dupe products this week - all under £5 - I had to put them to the test. Here's how I got on... LACURA LIP BALMS, £3.49 It only takes one look at these new balms to guess who Aldi used as inspo. Drum roll please... it has to be Summer Fridays. The tasty flavours are right out of the viral brands playbook - although Aldi's are £19.50 cheaper - and sure to be a hit with those who love sweet treats. Having tried all three, the 90s brown Dulce De Leche variety is my favourite, because of the pout perfecting sheer tint it delivers. On application, all three of the shades melted across my lips quickly, so didn't take any blending out, and felt buttery soft, with a gloss that isn't sticky or greasy. Aldi promise the formula is packed with Shea Butter and Murumuru Seed Butter to deeply hydrate and soothe lips - although I found they wore off quickly, and left my lips feeling tight and dry. LACURA SCULPTING BRONZING STICK, £4.49 When I first opener the Sculpting Bronzing sticks, I was worried. There's very little variation between the two shades, and they're both very warm hued - bordering on orange. On skin, they're very pigmented, and you have to work quickly to avoid them going patchy. After some trial and error, I found using my fingers - rather than a brush or sponge - worked best, as the warmth helped melt the product into my skin. I'm extremely pale, so they're both too dark for me, but if you aren't paper-white, you'll have better luck. The formula layers well over foundation, and once it's set, it doesn't budge, which will be great for hot summer weather. I swatched both sticks on the back of my arm to work out which shade I should apply to my face, and despite removing both within a couple of minutes, they left a stain that withstood a bath and a shower! LACURA WATERMELON BRIGHTENING AND BRONZING SERUMS, £4.99 EACH I'm a huge fan of Glow Recipe's Watermelon Serum, £32 - both the untinted and bronzing variety - so as soon as I saw the packaging of these serums I knew they were a dupe. Niacinamide is one of my favourite skincare ingredients - thanks to it's ability to reduce inflammation and redness, balance oil control and soothe skin - and both brand's hero it in their formulations. In fact, the first five ingredients are exactly the same across the two, so on paper you'd expect them to be similar. Unfortunately, that's not the case. The bronzing serum is extremely glittery, and very orange, giving me flash-backs to the Geordie Shore style fake tan of my teens. Thankfully, the untinted version was much better. It has a thick serum formula, that instantly cools the skin soothing any irritation. I used it for a few days, and my skin felt softer and more plump - although it does have a strong watermelon scent, so that's something to note if you struggle with fragranced products. LACURA SHIMMER HYDRATING FACIAL MIST, £4.49 When this landed on my desk, I immediately question when I'd ever have an occasion to wear it. If you haven't already worked it out - I'm really not a fan of glittery products on my face. My skin is oily enough as it is, and I don't think the vampire look is very in. Formulated with antioxidant ingredients including Vitamin E, Chamomile, and Green Tea, the formula definitely leaves skin brighter and feeling refreshed. It took a few minutes to dry down, during which time the glitter transferred to everything I touched. I can't get past the school-disco levels of shimmer, but if that's your thing, you'll love the face mist! LACURA BLUSH, £3.99 As far as I'm concerned, blush is the most underrated make-up product. So many people worry about where to apply it, or going to far and looking like a clown - but get it right, and it's the quickest way to add life to your face and revive your complexion. There's two shades of blush; coral - which has a peachy orange hue and candy, that's more pink in colour. Again, they're both extremely glittery - I'd love to meet the Aldi boss who's obsessed with the stuff! Supposedly, they're dupes of the iconic Nars Orgasm blusher - and while the packaging certainly looks similar, the OG formulas are not nearly as shimmery. Thankfully, after a few uses the glitter isn't quite so prominent - in future, I'd scrape the top layer of product off to get rid of it rather than apply it to my face. The blush has the perfect level of pigment, so you only need to dip your brush in once for enough pay off, but not too much that you risk over-doing it. You'd be hard pressed to find a better blusher for the price. LACURA LUMINOUS FILTER FOUNDATION, £4.99 Last time this was on shelves, shoppers went wild - calling it a dead ringer for Charlotte Tilbury's Hollywood Flawless Filter. I'd not tried it before, so I had high hopes. The product description claims it 'creates a flawless base and blurs imperfections' which sounds right up my street. The consistency is thinner than I expected, so I have to wear foundation on top to get enough coverage - which means I then loose out on the glow. As you can guess, it's also more sparkly than the £39 version, although I went in expecting as much so I wasn't too offended. Having experimented with it a few times now, it works best if you mix it with your foundation, or use your fingers to apply to the high points of your face rather than as an all-over primer. If you want a Flawless Filter dupe that's more like the real deal, I prefer E.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow, £15. LACURA MICROBLADE EFFECT PEN, £3.49 Tiktok goes wild for micro-blade effect brow pens, but in all honesty, I've never quite understood the hype. This one has three distinct tips, which do help to create hair like strokes, but the ink formula quickly spread into the fine lines and texture of my skin - so the definition quickly disappeared. With this kind of formula, it's really hard to control the pigment load you apply to skin, so you can quickly end up with brows that're far too dark. If you want to try the trend, £3.49 isn't too much of a risk, but be warned it'll take a lot of patience to get right! Wine expert shares her view on Aldi's Whispering Angel dupe WINE culturist Amelia Singer hails 'The Chassaux et Fils Rosé' as a "really savvy move from Aldi". Here, she gives Fabulous her verdict... Sainte Victoire is my favourite part of Provence to find personality filled yet great value Rosé. Thanks to the altitude of the Sainte Victoire hillsides, the grapes get exposed to plenty of sunshine during the day but their ripeness is moderated by cooler evening temperatures. This enables the wine to brim with intense, complex fruit which is balanced by elegant acidity and herbal finesse. I am delighted that Aldi are highlighting an actual area of Provence as quality and flavour profiles can vary greatly – however I always know with Rosé from Sainte Victoire that I will not be disappointed. Amelia Singer's podcast, 'Ameliarate Through Wine', which pairs celebrities' personalities, core values, and careers with wine. Available on Apple & Spotify.
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
03-06-2025
- Business
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Huda Beauty Becomes Fully Founder-Owned
Huda Kattan has regained full ownership of Huda Beauty, marking a new chapter for the now fully-independent brand Huda Beauty has officially returned to full founder ownership after ending its eight-year partnership with private equity firm TSG Consumer Partners. Huda Kattan, the brand's Founder and Co-CEO, has bought back TSG's minority stake, making the company one of the few major global beauty brands that remains entirely independent and founder-led. 'This is such an important moment for me and for Huda Beauty,' said Huda. 'Taking back full ownership lets us stay true to our roots, focus on our community, and push boundaries without compromise.' Huda Beauty has built its identity around authenticity and inclusivity, embracing the message that Beauty is self-made. The brand has also been a vocal advocate for transparency in the industry, choosing not to use filters or heavy editing on social media, and regularly starting conversations about self-image and unrealistic beauty standards. The buyback comes as Huda Beauty continues to gain momentum. The brand was recently named the world's most popular beauty brand in Q1 2025 by Cosmetify, and with nearly 57 million followers on Instagram, Huda is one of the most influential figures in the beauty world. Alongside her husband, Co-CEO Christopher Goncalo, and her sister Alya Kattan, who leads social strategy, the company remains deeply rooted in family and community. Now fully independent, the brand plans to continue its mission of championing individuality and innovation. Huda's recently launched podcast, Huda Hotline, also reflects her growing focus on unfiltered conversations around beauty, business, and personal growth.
