Skincare trends come and go. From snail mucin and PDRN to collagen peptides and exosomes, TikTok has a habit of turning ingredients into overnight sensations.

Tallow has been trending on social media for the last year, with some people claiming it has transformed their skin, while others say it caused irritation and breakouts.

But is tallow genuinely different, or is this another viral skincare trend that will disappear in six months?

This post explains what tallow is, why people are interested in it, whether the science stacks up, and my honest experience testing two HealthyDerm products containing tallow.

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What is tallow skincare?

Although tallow has recently exploded in popularity on TikTok, it isn’t a new skincare ingredient. According to Paula’s Choice, tallow is rendered animal fat that’s been purified for use in cosmetics and personal care products. In skincare, it’s most commonly derived from cows, although tallow can also come from other animals.

Tallow is primarily composed of triglycerides, lipids, and fatty acids, which can help soften and nourish the skin while supporting the barrier and reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL).

It’s also worth noting that tallow is an animal-derived ingredient. For some people, this is appealing because it aligns with their preference for traditional, animal-derived skincare ingredients, while others may prefer vegan alternatives.

Scientific evidence for tallow skincare

While there is growing interest in tallow skincare, the scientific evidence is still developing.

A recent peer-reviewed study concluded that, although there are plausible scientific reasons why tallow may support skin hydration and barrier function, there are currently very few high-quality clinical studies investigating beef tallow itself. Much of the available evidence comes from research on individual fatty acids rather than finished tallow skincare products.

Dermatologist Dr Dray shares a similar perspective, explaining that although some fatty acids found in tallow have well-established moisturising properties, many claims circulating on social media are based on anecdotal experiences rather than robust clinical evidence. She also notes that tallow could potentially cause irritation and may not suit acne-prone skin.

It’s also worth remembering that “natural” doesn’t automatically mean safer or more effective. A well-formulated synthetic ingredient can be just as beneficial, and the overall formula matters more than whether an ingredient is natural or not.

So, while tallow isn’t simply another overnight TikTok trend, it also isn’t a skincare ingredient with decades of clinical research behind its use in modern formulations. Instead, it’s best viewed as a traditional ingredient enjoying renewed interest, with promising theoretical benefits and an evidence base that is still evolving.

Is tallow similar to our skin, and does it work for every skin type?

Tallow contains fatty acids such as oleic acid, palmitic acid, and stearic acid, which are also naturally found in human skin lipids. This overlap is why tallow is often described as being “skin-compatible”. However, this doesn’t mean tallow is identical to human sebum or suitable for every skin type, as human sebum is a complex mixture of lipids including squalene, wax esters, and cholesterol.

According to this review on the potential biocompatibility of tallow with human skin, tallow has a lipid profile that shares similarities with human skin, although more research is needed to understand how it performs in skincare formulations.

Due to its rich, occlusive texture, tallow may be particularly appealing for those with dry or dehydrated skin, as it can help reduce TEWL and leave skin feeling softer and more nourished. However, people with oily or acne-prone skin may want to introduce tallow cautiously, as its rich texture may feel too heavy and potentially contribute to congestion for some people. Individual reactions will vary.

I tested two tallow skincare products from HealthyDerm to see if it’s worth the hype

To put tallow skincare to the test, I’ve been using HealthyDerm’s whipped tallow balm and mineral sunscreen for 2 weeks to see whether this trending ingredient is overhyped or genuinely effective. Below, I share my review of each product before sharing my overall verdict on whether tallow skincare is worth trying.

HealthyDerm GHK-Cu Whipped Tallow Honey Balm

The HealthyDerm GHK-Cu Whipped Tallow Honey Balm claims to be an ultra-hydrating and fast-absorbing moisturiser, formulated for dry and mature skin. 

It only features 6 ingredients, making the INCI list quick and easy to read:

• Beef tallow (grass-fed): a rich source of fatty acids that helps soften and moisturise the skin
• Raw manuka honey: a humectant that helps attract moisture and soothe the skin
• Jojoba oil: a lightweight oil that helps soften and support the skin barrier
• Vitamin E (tocopherol from sunflower oil): an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from oxidative stress and supports the skin barrier
• GHK-Cu: a small copper peptide that helps skin support its own collagen
• Methylene blue: a synthetic dye that gives the balm its blue colour

HealthyDerm recommends using this balm as a nighttime step, as methylene blue may increase sun sensitivity, with SPF used during the day.

Firstly, I love the texture of this balm. It’s light, whipped, incredibly soft, and melts into the skin effortlessly. Despite being a balm, this doesn’t feel greasy or heavy, and it absorbs into the skin quickly.

This balm doesn’t contain any added fragrance, making it a better option for people with sensitive skin. A lot of tallow skincare products have a beefy smell, which is off-putting. Thankfully, this balm has a slightly sweet and botanical scent and doesn’t smell like meat at all.

When I apply the balm, it makes my skin feel immediately nourished and smooth. I’ve got combination skin, and an almond-sized amount of balm is ample to moisturise my entire face. On application, it gives my skin a wonderful glow.

I use this as a nighttime moisturiser, as the formula is quite rich. I also don’t use this balm every evening, as when I trialled that, it led to a few breakouts. Using this balm 3-4 times a week seems to strike the right balance between nourishing my skin and keeping it pimple-free.

Rating: 4.5 stars

This is a luxurious balm that deeply hydrates and softens skin. People with dry or dehydrated skin will particularly appreciate how moisturising and softening this formula is.

HealthyDerm Tallow Mineral Sunscreen SPF50

The HealthyDerm Tallow Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 is a broad-spectrum sunscreen containing only mineral UV filters. It claims to be gentle, non-greasy, and leave a minimal white cast. It can be used for ages 6 months and up.

This sunscreen contains 9 ingredients. The key ingredients are:

• Zinc oxide: a mineral UV filter that provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVB rays
• Beef tallow (grass-fed): a rich source of fatty acids that helps soften and moisturise the skin
• Jojoba oil: a lightweight oil that helps soften the skin and support the skin barrier
• Beeswax: helps soften the skin and reduce moisture loss
• Lecithin: a skin-conditioning ingredient that helps improve moisture retention
• Centella asiatica: a soothing botanical extract that helps calm and hydrate the skin

This mineral SPF has a very thick consistency. Despite the brand’s non-greasy claims, I unfortunately find this formula to be on the oilier side. I have to apply this sparingly and in layers to ensure it fully melts into the skin. Otherwise, it’s too rich for my combination skin and leads to breakouts.

Again, this formula contains no added fragrance, which is great for people with sensitive skin. I find it gentle and non-irritating to the eyes.

On the positive side, this sunscreen is very hydrating. For people with dry skin, you may be able to skip a separate moisturiser when using this SPF, as the tallow and jojoba oil provide plenty of nourishment.

Unfortunately, this mineral SPF does leave a white cast. HealthyDerm recommends leaving it for at least a minute after applying it before checking for white cast to allow it to melt into the skin. Even when I check half an hour afterwards, I can still see some white cast. It’s nothing crazy, but if you’re not fair/light like me, expect this sunscreen to have a noticeable white cast on your skin.

I also find this formula to be a bit heavy on my skin. Instead of sinking in and becoming undetectable, it leaves behind a greasy finish. This makes it harder to apply the recommended amount of sunscreen and puts me off reapplying throughout the day. As with any sunscreen, applying enough product is essential to achieve the stated SPF50 protection. Unfortunately, applying a fuller amount also increases the likelihood of breakouts for my combination skin.

I also wouldn’t personally choose this under makeup, as the richer finish means it may interfere with other complexion products.

Rating: 3 stars

I believe this formula would work much better for people with fair, dry skin, where the white cast will be minimal, and they may appreciate the richer, more protective feel of the formula.

The verdict: Is tallow skincare worth trying?

Tallow skincare may be worth trying if you have dry or dehydrated skin and enjoy richer, balm-like textures. It’s very nourishing and gives skin a visible dewiness.

However, it’s not going to work miracles, and there’s very little scientific evidence to suggest this trending ingredient is going to heal acne, psoriasis, or eczema. Instead, tallow is a rich, hydrating ingredient that can leave you with soft and smooth skin.

For people with oily and combination skin, use tallow more sparingly, as richer formulas may contribute to breakouts for some people.

While HealthyDerm’s SPF didn’t work for my combination skin, I love the GHK-Cu Whipped Tallow Honey Balm as a nourishing nighttime moisturiser. I’ll especially enjoy using this in winter when the weather is harsher and my skin is drier from constant central heating.

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Korean sunscreens are the gold standard. They’re known for combining high UV protection with lightweight, hydrating formulas that don’t feel greasy.

Both the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum and Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum contain hyaluronic acid and SPF50 for broad-spectrum protection against UV rays, while keeping the skin moisturised. Both are hugely popular K-beauty sunscreens with thousands of positive reviews, so I decided to put them head to head.

In this post, I compare the SKIN1004 and Isntree sunscreens to find out which one is the best value for money, their ingredients, and how they wear on the skin.

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Need-to-knows

Before I delve into this comparison, I wanted to give you a rundown of how I tested the SPFs. I’ve got combination skin with mild rosacea. I kept my skincare routine the same when applying both products for an accurate comparison. I took these photos in natural lighting, and the photo of my face is completely unedited.

About the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum is a vegan and cruelty-free chemical sunscreen with SPF50+ protection. It claims to offer a lightweight, serum-like texture that absorbs quickly, leaves no white cast, and provides a comfortable finish on the skin. Suitable for all skin types, the sunscreen costs £12.16 for 50ml.

About the Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum

The Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum is a vegan and cruelty-free chemical sunscreen with SPF50+ protection. It claims to provide lightweight, hydrating sun protection with a serum-like texture that absorbs quickly and leaves a refreshing, moisturising finish. Suitable for all skin types, the sunscreen retails for £12.66 for 50ml.

The comparison

Price and packaging

Both SPFs are about the same price for the same amount of product. Under £13 for a 50ml sunscreen is great value.

As for packaging, I slightly prefer Isntree. I’m a fan of thin nozzles, as you can squeeze out the right amount of product. While SKIN1004’s pump dispenses a small amount of product – so you’ve got control – I always prefer squeezy bottles. Both sunscreens are lightweight with simple packaging.

Ingredients

Some of the key ingredients in the SKIN1004 SPF50 INCI list include:

• Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate: a synthetic UV filter that helps shield skin against UVA rays.
• Ethylhexyl triazone: a synthetic UV filter that helps protect skin from UVB rays.
• Tinosorb M: a synthetic broad-spectrum UV filter that helps defend skin against UVA and UVB rays.
• Niacinamide: visibly minimises enlarged pores, improves uneven skin tone, helps regulate sebum production, and strengthens the skin’s barrier.
• Centella asiatica: calms and soothes skin.
• Hyaluronic acid complex: the formula contains 3 types of hyaluronic acid to deliver long-lasting hydration.

Some of the key ingredients in the Isntree SPF50 INCI list are:

• Panthenol: moisturises and soothes skin.
• Ethylhexyl triazone: a synthetic UV filter that helps protect skin from UVB rays.
• Niacinamide: visibly minimises enlarged pores, improves uneven skin tone, helps regulate sebum production, and strengthens the skin’s barrier.
• Drometrizole trisiloxane: a synthetic broad-spectrum UV filter that helps defend skin against UVA and UVB rays.
• Hyaluronic acid complex: this SPF contains 9 types of hyaluronic acid for deep hydration.
• Squalane: helps prevent moisture loss and restores suppleness to skin.

Both sunscreens share a lot in common. They use modern UV filters, contain niacinamide, and are formulated to provide lightweight hydration without irritating sensitive skin.

The main difference lies in their supporting ingredients. SKIN1004 centres its formula around centella asiatica and antioxidant-rich plant extracts to help soothe the skin, while Isntree focuses more heavily on hydration and barrier support with 9 types of hyaluronic acid alongside ingredients such as panthenol, squalane, and ectoin.

Texture and application

When it comes to texture and application, the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum and Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum are virtually the same. Both formulas prioritise a lightweight and fluid consistency that absorbs quickly, doesn’t feel greasy, and doesn’t pill. On application, they’re smooth and blend seamlessly.

Finish and skincare benefits

Both K-beauty sunscreens have a natural dewy finish with zero white cast. I tried these sunscreens on my partner, who has a medium-to-deep complexion, and they didn’t leave a white cast on his skin tone either.

They don’t sit on top of the skin or look dull; instead, they give skin a healthy appearance. I applied the Isntree one to the right side of my face and the SKIN1004 to the left side, and you can’t tell the difference between them, as shown in the photo below.

In terms of skincare benefits, both sunscreens are moisturising, soothing, and refreshing on the skin. As they both provide long-lasting hydration, I actually think you could skip moisturising altogether if you’ve got particularly oily skin or if it’s a very hot day. I find the sunscreens very breathable and comfortable to wear. Once applied, they’re undetectable on the skin.

Wear throughout the day

Similarly, the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum and Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum wear equally well. Neither becomes greasy, still feel comfortable after 8+ hours of wear, and keep skin hydrated throughout the day.

Importantly, topping up is also a breeze. If you apply more sunscreen from either formula, it doesn’t pill or feel like another sticky layer. Instead, it melts into the skin easily, so keeping your SPF topped isn’t a hassle or uncomfortable.

Performance under makeup

As these Korean sunscreens specialise in being hydrating, lightweight, and non-greasy, they also perform brilliantly underneath makeup. There’s no stickiness, no pilling, and no patchiness. Primers, foundation, concealer, etc., all smooth over these formulas with no disturbance. I’ve also not noticed any flashback issues with either formula.

Which hydrating SPF is the best? The verdict

If you’re deciding between the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum and Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Fresh Sun Serum, I honestly don’t think you can go wrong with either.

They’re incredibly similar in terms of texture, finish, longevity, and overall performance. Both feel lightweight, absorb quickly, leave no white cast, wear comfortably throughout the day, and sit beautifully underneath makeup. They’re also similarly priced, making either one excellent value for money.

Ultimately, your decision comes down to the supporting ingredients and packaging. If you’ve got particularly sensitive or redness-prone skin, you may prefer SKIN1004’s centella-focused formula. If you’re looking for an SPF with a stronger focus on hydration and barrier support, Isntree’s blend of 9 types of hyaluronic acid, panthenol, squalane, and ectoin may appeal more.

Personally, I’d be happy to repurchase either sunscreen, as I genuinely noticed very little difference between them in everyday use.

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Having a damaged skin barrier is really uncomfortable. Maybe you’ve overdone it with exfoliating, maybe your skin was sensitive to a new vitamin C serum you tried, or maybe you’ve been applying too many actives, and your skin has had enough.

You can usually tell when your skin’s barrier has been compromised, as it’s typically red, irritated, sensitive, and warm to the touch. While this doesn’t feel nice, restoring your skin’s barrier is actually quite straightforward.

Stick to a basic skincare routine of a cleanser, toner (optional), serum, moisturiser, and SPF. Look for products that are soothing and hydrating, avoid actives and exfoliators, and use products that you know your skin likes. One of the best ways to restore your skin is to use specific barrier repair products that are designed to get your skin feeling healthy again in no time!

This post shares some of the best skin barrier repair products that are sure to make your skin feel comfortable and restored.

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1. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume

The La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume is an iconic barrier repair product. This thick, rich, and creamy balm will transform any irritated, sore, sensitive, or incredibly dry skin overnight. It provides noticeable relief, reduces redness and inflammation, and helps make skin feel soft and restored within hours.

Tribioma (a unique prebiotic complex), 5% vitamin B5, zinc, manganese, and madecassoside​ work together to aid the skin’s healing process, reducing the causes of long-term scarring.

This is my holy grail barrier repair cream for when my skin has been sensitive to a certain product, as it provides fast-acting relief that helps my skin feel better within a few hours. A tiny amount of product goes a very long way, so be careful not to overdo it – particularly if you have oily skin.

2. Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is a gorgeous milky essence that instantly makes skin look dewy, feels soothing, and deeply nourishes. This beautiful essence integrates seamlessly into any skincare routine, as although the formula is rich and creamy, it massages into the skin without feeling greasy or heavy.

Ceramides, fatty acids, and a healthy cholesterol complex work in tandem to strengthen and maintain your skin’s barrier. This K-beauty formula is a cheat code to healthy, glowing, and soothed skin in a bottle.

3. Rhode Barrier Butter

The Rhode Barrier Butter is a versatile buttery balm that can be used on the face and body for deep hydration and nourishment. This barrier balm acts like a seal between your skin and outside stressors to help lock in moisture and soothe while repairing the skin.

Ceramides help reinforce the skin’s barrier, while a hyaluronic acid complex and murumu butter help deliver essential hydration.

Beyond strengthening the skin’s barrier, this cult favourite also gives skin a radiant, plump, toned, and youthful appearance. People with drier skin will particularly appreciate this product’s rich consistency.

4. Dr.Jart+ Ceramidin Cream

The Dr.Jart+ Ceramidin Cream is a popular option for people with sensitive skin, as this cream calms and moisturises skin, while being fragrance-free and non-irritating. This fast-absorbing formula gives skin a lovely bounce and locks in moisture immediately to give skin a protected, comfortable sensation. The cream also alleviates redness, dryness, and irritation within hours. A little bit of product goes a long way.

Ceramides strengthen the skin barrier, while glycerin and panthenol help skin retain its moisture levels for hours, making it a fantastic choice for people with dehydrated skin.

5. Jumiso D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cream

The Jumiso D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Cream is an excellent option for people with oily and combination skin, as this is one of the few barrier creams that has a watery gel texture. Despite its lightweight consistency, this moisturiser is still very hydrating and melts into the skin effortlessly.

D-panthenol and squalane to help lock in moisture for soft, plump skin and all-day hydration, while 6-ceramides complex and 9 amino acids work to restore and protect the skin barrier.

Beyond the moisturiser’s ability to help repair the skin barrier, it’s also instantly calming, refreshing, and soothing, making it a great option for people with sensitive skin and rosacea.

6. Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Lotion

The Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream is a barrier-strengthening moisturiser designed to deeply hydrate, soothe, and protect dry, sensitive, or compromised skin. Its rich yet lightweight texture delivers long-lasting moisture without feeling heavy or greasy.

Encapsulated ceramides help reinforce the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss, while cholesterol and fatty acids work to keep skin feeling soft, comfortable, and resilient.

This fragrance-free formula is particularly beneficial for dehydrated or irritated skin, helping to reduce dryness and restore a healthy, balanced complexion. It’s become a staple in so many people’s skincare routines!

7. Tower 28 SOS Daily Barrier Recovery Cream

The Tower 28 SOS Daily Barrier Recovery Cream is a fragrance-free moisturiser designed to hydrate, soothe, and strengthen sensitive or compromised skin. Its cushiony, non-greasy texture absorbs quickly while helping to reduce redness and irritation.

Ceramides help support a healthy skin barrier, while a blend of four types of hyaluronic acid delivers long-lasting hydration and a plumper, softer complexion. Allantoin provides additional soothing benefits for stressed or reactive skin.

Despite its nourishing formula, this cream feels lightweight on the skin and is ideal for those experiencing sensitivity or dehydration.

8. Ongredients Skin Barrier Calming Lotion

The Ongredients Skin Barrier Calming Lotion is a lightweight, essence-like moisturiser designed to soothe irritation, strengthen the skin barrier, and provide long-lasting hydration. Its silky texture sits somewhere between a lotion and a cream, absorbing effortlessly into the skin while creating a healthy, radiant glow.

Centella asiatica helps calm stressed or sensitive skin, while ceramides and a blend of 12 peptides work to reinforce the skin barrier, reduce moisture loss, and keep skin feeling soft, smooth, and resilient.

The vegan formula is particularly well-suited to dehydrated and reactive skin types, helping to leave skin balanced, comfortable, and makeup-ready without feeling heavy or greasy.

Final thoughts

When your skin barrier is compromised, the key is consistency, patience, and simplicity. Giving your skin time to recover with gentle, nourishing products can make a noticeable difference within days.

The products above are some of the most reliable options for calming irritation, restoring hydration, and supporting a healthier, more resilient skin barrier. Whether you prefer a rich, comforting balm or a lightweight gel-cream, the best choice is always the one your skin responds to most positively.

During these moments, it really helps to strip things back. Keep your routine simple, avoid overloading actives, and focus on products that calm and support your skin. With a bit of time and the right care, even the most sensitised skin can find its way back to feeling balanced and comfortable.

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1. Drunk Elephant

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Drunk Elephant has become synonymous with effective, non‑irritating skincare. Founded by Tiffany Masterson, the brand focuses on biocompatible ingredients that support your skin’s natural ecosystem. Drunk Elephant, which is cruelty-free, focuses on science-backed active ingredients that make your skin look and feel healthy. I’ve loved every single product I’ve tried from Drunk Elephant!

Why it’s worth trying: A balanced blend of actives and skin‑friendly ingredients.

Hero products: T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum and D-Bronzi Bronzing Drops

Price range: Mid to premium

2. Tatcha

Founded by Vicky Tsai, Tatcha blends traditional Japanese beauty practices with modern science. Its formulas are cruelty-free, gentle, luxurious, and sensorial. Tatacha’s products always have exceptional and expensive packaging, feel amazing on the skin, and spotlight Japanese botanicals with clinically-backed ingredients. I’m a huge fan of the brand’s moisturisers, which are worth the premium price tag.

Why it’s worth trying: Hydration, elegance, and rich ritual heritage.

Hero products: The Water Cream and The Dewy Skin Cream

Price range: Premium

3. Glow Recipe

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Created by Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, Glow Recipe embodies the fun, fruit-forward side of K-beauty with hydrating and glow-boosting formulas. These products are aesthetic, focus on dewy skin, and frequently go viral on TikTok for their standout, cutesy, and vibrant packaging. Glow Recipe is also vegan and cruelty-free. To this day, Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner is still one of my favourite exfoliating toners.

Why it’s worth trying: Glowy skin with a fresh take on skincare.

Hero products: Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops and Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner

Price range: Mid

4. Summer Fridays

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Founded by Marianna Hewitt and Lauren Gores, Summer Fridays focuses on simple, effective products that make skin feel cared for and hydrated. Summer Fridays’ products focus on versatility, highlighting natural beauty and multipurpose use. These products simplify your beauty routines and ensure your skin looks and feels its best. Summer Fridays is vegan and cruelty-free.

Why it’s worth trying: Perfect for minimalists.

Hero products: Jet Lag Mask and Lip Butter Balm

Price range: Mid

5. Paula’s Choice

Founded by Paula Begoun, Paula’s Choice pioneered accessible, science-forward skincare with a focus on evidence-based formulations. Products are cruelty-free and backed by extensive independent research and consumer testing to deliver proven results, time and time again. As well as its clinical formulas, the Paula’s Choice skincare ingredients dictionary is a go-to resource for everything you need to know about particular skincare ingredients.

Why it’s worth trying: Proven formulas and clear guidance.

Hero product: Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

Price range: Mid

6. Kate Somerville

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Created by aesthetician Kate Somerville, this brand mirrors clinic-grade skincare designed to tackle congestion and dullness. Also founded by Kate, the Kate Somerville Medical Esthetics Skin Clinic has been a hub of skincare innovation for the past 20 years to deliver visible, clinical-grade results. Kate Somerville‘s line of high-performance skincare products is designed to safely deliver clinic results at home. Her products feel premium, have glorious textures, and are kind to your skin. Kate Somerville is cruelty-free.

Why it’s worth trying: Results-driven and high-performance.

Hero products: ExfoliKate Cleanser and ExfoliKate Glow Moisturizer 

Price range: Premium

7. Pestle & Mortar

Founded by Sonia Deasy, Pestle & Mortar is minimalist and effective, offering hydrating staples suitable for sensitive skin. Pestle & Mortar’s formulas are designed to work for all skin types and are inspired by Indian natural healing. The brand is cruelty-free and vegan.

Why it’s worth trying: Gentle, hydrating essentials.

Hero products: Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum and Hydrate Lightweight Moisturiser

Price range: Mid to premium

8. Beauty Pie

Created by Marcia Kilgore, Beauty Pie delivers luxury skincare formulas through an accessible membership model. Instead of paying premium price tags, Beauty Pie members get access to beauty products formulated in world-leading labs for great prices. There are tonnes of fantastic formulas available. The Plantastic Apricot Butter Cleansing Balm is still one of the best cleansing balms I’ve used!

Why it’s worth trying: High-end formulas at better prices.

Hero products: Triple Hyaluronic Acid and Youthbomb 360° Radiance Concentrate Serum

Price range: Affordable to mid

9. Maysama

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Founded by Bev May, Maysama focuses on antioxidant-rich green rooibos technology to soothe and protect. All of Maysama’s products are vegan and cruelty-free, and the brand focuses on advanced LED light therapy solutions, healthy skin, and meeting the needs of all skin types and tones. I adore every Maysama product I’ve tried, as they genuinely deliver excellent and visible results.

Why it’s worth trying: Unique antioxidant-led approach.

Hero products: ABP11+ Green Rooibos Gentle Resurfacing Toner and Head2Heart LED Combo

Price range: Mid

10. Sachi Skin

Created by Farah Bashir, Sachi Skin offers dermatology-led formulas that focus on inclusivity, especially for melanated and sensitive skin. Sachi Skin blends the heritage of Ayurvedic healing botanicals and the precision of advanced dermatology to deliver visible, clinically proven results. The brand is vegan and cruelty-free.

Why it’s worth trying: Barrier-friendly and targeted actives.

Hero product: Triphala Pigmentation Corrector

Price range: Mid to premium

11. Alpha-H

Founded by Michelle Doherty, Alpha-H is known globally for its transformative resurfacing products. This cruelty-free skincare brand takes a straightforward approach to skincare routines with minimalistic formulas that are designed to keep skin healthy, without any fuss.

Why it’s worth trying: Reliable chemical exfoliation.

Hero product: Liquid Gold with 5% Glycolic Acid

Price range: Mid

12. ARK Skincare

Co-founded by Tamsin Styles, ARK Skincare creates age-adapted formulas based on real actives. This vegan and cruelty-free brand offers a large range of products, all with fantastic ingredients that are sure to target your skin concerns. I’ve tried loads of ARK Skincare products and am impressed with most of them.

Why it’s worth trying: Thoughtful age-intelligent skincare.

Hero product: Age Defy Nourishing Moisturiser 

Price range: Mid

13. Beauty of Joseon

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Founded by Sumin Lee, Beauty of Joseon blends traditional Hanbang ingredients with modern skincare science. This popular cruelty-free Korean skincare brand is known for creating glowy, gentle, and moisturising products that look and feel amazing on your skin. I love that even though these products are very reasonably priced, they deliver the same results as many premium brands. I’m obsessed with the Beauty of Joseon SPFs. They’re the best!

Why it’s worth trying: Lightweight, gentle, and heritage-inspired.

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Price range: Affordable to mid

14. Haruharu Wonder

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Founded by Jae Won Jeong, Haruharu Wonder is best known for fermented black rice formulas that hydrate and soothe. This K-beauty brand offers vegan, cruelty-free, and skin barrier-friendly products. Its products are designed to fit in seamlessly with everyday routines while being gentle, simple, effective, and affordable. I love Haruharu Wonder, as it delivers standout formulas.

Why it’s worth trying: Gentle antioxidant-rich hydration.

Hero product: Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner for Sensitive Skin and Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

Price range: Affordable to mid

15. Tea & Tonic

Founded by Sarah Strang, Tea & Tonic blends adaptogens and botanical actives for holistic skincare. This natural-led skincare brand boasts carefully selected British-grown actives to deliver specific nutrients for unique, effective, and interesting products. All products are vegan and cruelty-free.

Why it’s worth trying: Beautiful botanical blends.

Hero product: Saving Grace Balance Facial Oil

Price range: Mid

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As 2025 is over, I’m sharing some of the best hair, skincare, body, fragrance, and makeup products from the year.

These are the products that I’m reaching for the most. They improve the look and feel of my skin, add lots of volume and body to my hair, facilitate gorgeous makeup looks, and ensure I smell incredible all day long. I had a hard time narrowing down this list to my faves, as I tried loads of excellent products in 2025, but here are my beauty must-haves.

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The Valentino Born In Roma Donna Extradose Parfum (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is a gorgeous perfume. With notes of vanilla, jasmine, cassis accord, and rhum accord, this perfume is sweet, slightly floral, and romantic. It’s elegant and is the type of perfume you can wear for any occasion, as it’s not overpowering. This perfume lasts all day without fading. I’m obsessed.

The Victoria Beckham Beauty Lid Lustre is one of my favourite shimmery single eyeshadows. They’re creamy, insanely pigmented, easy to blend, and come in a beautiful range of shades. You can pack on intense colour to your eyelids by using your fingertips, or use a fluffy eyeshadow brush to diffuse the colour for a softer shimmery look. From golden olive and warm rose gold to navy blue and silver chrome, the shades look expensive. These are perfect ‘one and done’ shadows that deliver incredible results every time. I frequently reach for them.

The Redken Volume Injection Shampoo (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is one of the best shampoos for adding volume and lift to my hair. This shampoo makes my hair look fuller and thicker, while preventing my scalp from getting oily as quickly. A little bit of product goes a long way.

The Redken Volume Injection Conditioner (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is an excellent conditioner for adding volume to my scalp without weighing my hair down or making it greasy. This conditioner ensures my hair stays moisturised and healthy, all while giving it extra body.

The Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is my fave milky toner. It adds moisture, hydration, and dewiness to my skin instantly, without making my skin oily. This toner instantly refreshes my skin; it’s a cheat code to healthy skin in a bottle and absolutely worth the hype.

The Sculpted by Aimee LashLift has quickly become one of my fave mascaras. It adds effortless length and lift to my lashes without looking clumpy or flaking. It’s pretty smudge-proof, too. I love that the formula is lightweight, separates lashes, and delivers length with just 1 coat. I’ve got this mascara in Ultra-Black and Rich Brown, and both shades are stunning.

The Wavytalk Blowout Boost (25% off with Sarah25) is my first foray into thermal brushes, and I wish I’d tried it sooner. This heated brush allows you to easily get a ’90s blowout hairstyle, add volume to your hair, or get smooth waves. It heats up quickly and allows you to get salon-worthy results at home. Obsessed.

The Rhode Pocket Blush is a beautiful and versatile formula. Whether you apply the blush directly to your cheeks and lips, use a brush, or use your fingertips, it will blend easily and never look overdone. I find this blush works best when warmed on the back of my hand, and then using a brush to pick up the product from my hand and diffuse across my cheeks. This blush has a soft matte, skin-like finish that gives skin a natural flush of colour. The shade range is gorgeous. Sleepy Girl (a soft mauve) and Toasted Teddy (a bronze terracotta) are my go-to shades.

The Kate Somerville ExfoliKate® Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is fantastic. This cleanser makes my skin feel clean, fresh, hydrated, and smooth after use. As the exfoliation comes in a cleanser form, this is more tolerable for sensitive skin, as the formula is washed off your skin, which makes it great for those looking to introduce an exfoliator into their skincare routine without damaging their skin’s barrier. This cleanser foams easily, so a little bit of product goes a long way. My complexion looks brighter and more even after using this cleanser.

The Lancôme Rénergie H.C.F Triple Serum is an expensive and innovative serum that’s worth the money. It contains skin-loving ingredients like ferulic acid, vitamin C, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to smooth, brighten, and moisturise the skin. It’s also designed to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Since using this serum, my skin looks more radiant and feels firmer.

The Lancôme Rénergie H.P.N. UVMUNE SPF50 Cream is one of my fave moisturisers in recent years. It’s rich, luxurious, and thick. Yet, despite being ultra-nourishing, it never feels heavy or greasy. Instead, it melts into the skin easily and provides long-lasting hydration. Some moisturisers containing SPF feel like they never absorb into the skin and just sit on top in a heavy, clogging way. This one smooths into the skin like a breeze, thanks to the plumping peptide complex.

The ONE/SIZE On ‘Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray is perfect for locking makeup into place. If I’m wearing makeup for over 6 hours or want my base to stay perfectly in place, this setting spray is my go-to. It means my makeup won’t budge and will look fresh all day. I love how fine the mister is on this setting spray, as it ensures even distribution of the product across my face.

The Kiehl’s Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream balances being lightweight and absorbent, alongside delivering long-lasting nourishment. After using this on my feet, which can get quite dry and cracked after swimming, this helps repair any soreness and soothe dryness for soft, supple skin.

The Jones Road Gel Liner is creamy, which means it doesn’t drag across the eyelids on application or feel drying. It glides on seamlessly and doesn’t budge once applied. The gel liner foolproof to use, as you can achieve smooth, precise lines, without it wobbling or smudging. I’ve got the shade Navy, which adds a subtle touch of colour to eye makeup for a sophisticated look.

The Kayali Lovefest Burning Cherry | 48 (15% off at Sephora with SARAHSSPH) has quickly become one of my fave gourmand scents. This cherry fragrance has an elevated and complex fragrance profile, with notes like caramelised praline, patchouli, palo santo, and guaiac wood. On paper, I wouldn’t opt for this perfume, as I don’t tend to like woody fragrances, but this one smells balanced, sophisticated, and not overpowering. I love it.

The Skinfood Rice Brightening Pad (money off YesStyle with CONFIDENCE10) is a toner pad that’s worth investing in. These sumptuous toner pads make skin hydrated, look glowy, and feel refreshed. Rice pore complex helps restore elasticity and tighten the skin, PHA gently exfoliates the skin, and niacinamide helps brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores. After using these toner pads, my skin instantly looks and feels better.

The By Beauty Bay Desert Haze 20 Colour Palette is a colour story that instantly stood out to me, with fiery coppers and golds, royal blue, earthy khakis and browns, stunning rose golds, and soft beige sandy tones. Although this palette is cheap, the shadows feel expensive. The mattes are soft and buttery with minimal fallout, while the shimmers are fiercly pigmented and deliver a range of shimmer intensities to create a diverse range of looks. I reach for this palette quite regularly at the moment.

The MAC Lustreglass Lipstick in Alone Time is a unique cool-toned lipstick. I don’t always suit cool-toned lipsticks, as they can wash me out and appear greyish on my complexion, but Alone Time is wearable. It’s a pretty mauve brown that will work with just about any neutral or cool-toned makeup look. The formula is smoothing, flattering, sheer, and buildable. It makes lips look glossy and keeps them hydrated. 

The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is another excellent milky toner. This formula is richer and more nourishing than the Laneige one in this best beauty products of 2025 list, which makes it ideal for drier skin or in colder weather. The toner is ultra-hydrating and seals in moisture all day. It also makes my skin look radiant, feel soft and smooth, and removes the need for a thick moisturiser.

The Haus Labs Color Fuse Longwear Glassy Lip + Cheek Stick is perfect for when I want a glossy cheek look. This gorgeous formula blends effortlessly. Whether I’m after a saturated pop of glassy colour or a more subtle flush of colour, this stick blush will work. It removes the need for a highlighter, as it provides a glowy non-shimmery finish, which is flattering and never clings to skin texture. The shade range is phenomenal, offering pretty lilacs, berries, nude browns, peaches, and soft pinks. This is one of my fave blushes of all time.

The TYMO CurlGo is a great styling tool for soft, bouncy curls or silky waves. Although I wish the curls lasted longer, I love the results: elegant, classy curls with minimal effort. The curler does all of the hard work for you, as the barrel auto-rotates your hair in the wand. Once you get the hang of using the device, the CurlGo truly is easy to use.

The Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh Rice + B5 SPF50+ (20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is one of the best sunscreens I’ve ever tried. No white cast, no sticky feeling, and it absorbs instantly. It’s lightweight, hydrating, and refreshing. It layers over skincare products without pilling and sits underneath makeup without disturbing it. This SPF50 also has a cooling sensation on application, so it’s refreshing to use on a hot day. I’d repurchase this in an instant.

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Korean skincare products have gained immense popularity over the last 5 years. K-beauty products are renowned for utilising cutting-edge and effective ingredients in luxurious formulas, all at an affordable price point. They’re typically gentle, hydrating, soothing, and focus on maintaining or repairing the skin’s barrier.

There’s a pretty overwhelming number of K-beauty products on the market, with varying price points. This post covers some of the best and affordable K-beauty skincare products for every skin type – all under £15!

These Korean skincare picks are all from YesStyle. CONFIDENCE10 will get you money off your next YesStyle haul. Shop now!

Mixsoon Bean Essence

£13.94 for 30ml

The Mixsoon Bean Essence is vegan, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free. Ideal for sensitive, oily, or textured skin, this versatile serum can be used to hydrate or gently exfoliate the skin. As this uses pomegranate enzyme for exfoliation, you can incorporate this essence into your daily skincare routine, and it’ll still be gentle and kind to your skin. With consistent use, this essence will reveal a more radiant, even, and smooth complexion.

Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner Fragrance Free

£12.62 for 150ml

The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner Fragrance Free is vegan, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free. Perfect for all skin types, this thick toner is refreshing, soothing, nourishing, and absorbent. It delivers lasting hydration, fresh-looking skin, and a dewy finish. It features black rice extract, which is excellent for softening and conditioning the skin. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin ensure your skin stays hydrated all day long.

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask 

£13.01 for 20g

The Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask is incredible. This overnight lip treatment is thick and somewhat sticky, but by the morning, you’ll have the softest, smoothest, and plumpest lips ever! It’s so worth it. This has saved my dry and sore lips many times from central heating and harsh, cold weather.

Coconut oil, murumuru seed butter, and shea butter deeply nourish lips overnight, while ascorbic acid (vitamin C) firms lips. Unfortunately, Laneige is not cruelty-free, and this lip mask contains fragrance.

Heimish All Clean Balm

£9.90 for 50ml

The Heimish All Clean Balm is one of the best cheap cleansing balms available. This cruelty-free and vegan formula is rich, luxurious, and effortlessly dissolves makeup, skincare, dirt, oil, and grease from your skin. It begins as a creamy balm and emulsifies into an oil when activated with water, leaving no greasy residue. Thanks to mandarin oil, this cleansing balm also smells divine! After using this K-beauty staple, expect soft, smooth, clean, and fresh skin.

COSRX Master Patch Intensive

£11.93 for 90 patches

The COSRX Master Patch Intensive are the perfect spot patches to get rid of any spots overnight! Made from 100% A.D.F hydrocolloid to absorb moisture from acne and effectively reduce acne size, these pimple patches are seriously effective. Tea tree oil soothes and relieves any redness. The result? Pimples are gone by the morning without any irritation. COSRX is cruelty-free.

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Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water

£8.46 for 40ml

The Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water is vegan, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free. This hydrating and refreshing toner is safe for sensitive skin and helps regulate excess sebum production. You can slot this essence easily into any skincare routine.

This toner features 80% ginseng, which boosts skin hydration, diminishes rough texture, helps fade uneven skin tone, and helps visibly improve wrinkles by working within the skin to bolster its natural firmness, according to Paula’s Choice. 2% niacinamide reduces the appearance of enlarged pores, regulates excess sebum, brightens the complexion, and improves uneven skin tone.

Purito SEOUL Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream

£14.02 for 100ml

The Purito SEOUL Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream is cruelty-free, fragrance-free, and vegan. This barrier repair cream is rich, soothing, hydrating, and restorative. It’s suitable for all skin types but is particularly great for drier skin, acne, or those with a damaged skin barrier. Bamboo extract has excellent antioxidant properties and soothes the skin. Panthenol helps skin stay hydrated all day long, while reducing redness.

SKIN 1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule

£13.09 for 55ml

The SKIN 1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is vegan, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free. This ampoule is perfect for calming sensitive or irritated skin, making it great for people with rosacea. This lightweight and refreshing ampoule reduces redness and hydrates skin. Its watery consistency means it absorbs instantly and plays beautifully with other skincare products. Centella asiatica soothes skin and strengthens the skin’s barrier, while glycerin hydrates.

APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask

£1.95 for 1 mask

The APLB Glutathione Niacinamide Sheet Mask is cruelty-free and fragrance-free. This effective sheet mask offers a myriad of benefits, including brighter, intensely moisturised, and soothed skin in just 20 minutes. This refreshing mask is drenched in liquid so that once you remove it, you can gently massage the excess product into your skin for plump and dewy results.

Niacinamide visibly minimises enlarged pores, tightens lax pores, improves uneven skin tone, softens fine lines and wrinkles, diminishes dullness, and strengthens a weakened surface. Glutathione brightens a dull complexion and helps defend skin against the visible effects of environmental damage.

d’Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum

£13.40 for 50ml

The d’Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum is vegan and cruelty-free. This hydrating mist is the perfect way to top up moisture levels throughout the day. It feels super luxurious, as the mist is ultra-fine but feels refreshing and nourishing. This mist also gives skin a noticeable glow, so it’s great to spritz on top of SPF or as the final step in your makeup routine for visible radiance.

White truffle conditions the skin, sunflower seed oil replenishes and soothes skin, avocado oil provides deep hydration, and soybean oil can help fade stubborn discolouration.

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AXIS-Y Vegan Collagen Eye Serum

£11.08 for 10ml

The AXIS-Y Vegan Collagen Eye Serum is fragrance-free, cruelty-free, and vegan. The silver rollerball applicator feels cooling and soothing. If you ever have puffy or tired eyes, this serum provides quick relief. It’s great for all skin types and is refreshing for morning skincare routines.

Vegan collagen provides excellent hydration and improves skin elasticity. Hyaluronic acid and jojoba seed deeply nourish the skin. While grape extract soothes skin and fig extract helps prevent hydration loss in skin.

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

£14.64 for 100ml

The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is probably the most famous K-beauty snail mucin product on the market. This cruelty-free and fragrance-free essence features up to 96% snail secretion filtrate, a powerful ingredient that fights multiple signs of ageing. Beyond this essence’s iconic gloopy consistency, it can improve uneven skin tone, hydrate, fade dark spots and scars, and soothe redness and irritation.

iUNIK Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen

£11.46 for 60ml

The iUNIK Centella Calming Daily Sunscreen is one of the few high-quality and effective SPFs under the £15 mark. This affordable K-beauty staple is cruelty-free and fragrance-free. This chemical sunscreen offers SPF50 broad-spectrum protection. It’s lightweight, non-sticky, leaves no white cast, doesn’t pill, and leaves a natural matte finish. For a sunscreen, this is also surprisingly hydrating and soothing, so oilier skin types can get away with not using a moisturiser and just using this SPF.

Centella asiatica soothes skin and strengthens the skin’s barrier, while niacinamide reduces the appearance of enlarged pores, regulates excess sebum, brightens the complexion, and improves uneven skin tone.

FULLY Green Tomato Clay Pack Cleanser

£13.09 for 120ml

The FULLY Green Tomato Clay Pack Cleanser is vegan and fragrance-free. This innovative 2-in-1 skincare product is both a cleanser and a clay mask. Tomato extract provides significant antioxidant properties, while kaolin clay and bentonite help reduce excess oiliness throughout the day. To offset any dryness or abrasiveness from these 2 clays, this cleanser/mask features soothing centella asiatica and ceramide NP to soothe and restore skin.

As a cleanser, this clay formula gently exfoliates and cleanses to reveal fresh and smooth skin. It also helps regulate sebum production.

As a clay mask, apply a thick layer to dry skin, leave it for 5 minutes, and rinse off. This helps control excess sebum production, reduces oily skin throughout the day, and leaves skin soft and smooth.

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Some by Mi Miracle Toner

£6.30 for 30ml

The Some by Mi Miracle Toner features AHA, BHA, and PHA to exfoliate on multiple levels to reveal a smoother, more even, and radiant complexion. With consistent use, this multipurpose toner can reduce the number of pimples and blackheads you get. Although this is marketed towards all skin types, this toner contains 3 exfoliating acids, so it’s best to use this once or twice a week to avoid any potential irritation or damage to your skin’s barrier.

Citric acid (AHA) gently exfoliates and removes dead skin cells. Salicylic acid (BHA) unclogs pores and prevents or gets rid of blackheads and breakouts. Lactobionic acid (PHA) is chemically similar to glycolic acid (an AHA), but the slower penetration of this acid on the skin means gentler exfoliation with less potential for irritation.

Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil

£14.87 for 150ml

The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil is vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free. This affordable K-beauty cleansing oil quickly and easily removes makeup, SPF, dirt, oil, and grease, revealing a soft, clean, and hydrated complexion. It’s non-stripping, gentle, and nourishing, while ensuring skin is fresh and pores aren’t clogged.

Black rice extract softens and conditions the skin, while sunflower seed oil and jojoba oil deeply nourish the skin. Despite being so moisturising, this cleanser never feels sticky or greasy after use.

Mixsoon Soybean Milk Pad

£14.09 for 30 toner pads

The Mixsoon Soybean Milk Pad is fragrance-free and cruelty-free. These toner pads are ultra-moisturising, refreshing, and soothing, providing long-lasting hydration. They’re great for strengthening and repairing the skin’s barrier, thanks to ceramide NP, which also helps soothe irritation and enhance skin elasticity.

Apply these toner pads for 10 minutes and massage in any excess product. The result? Protected, healthy, and dewy skin.

Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum

£12.24 for 30ml

The Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum is cruelty-free and fragrance-free. This serum makes skin more radiant and has an addictive honey-like texture. Despite the thick consistency, the serum absorbs into the skin and doesn’t remain sticky or tacky. Instead, after using this serum, skin is noticeably glowier, hydrated, and soothed. 60% propolis soothes skin, while 2% niacinamide improves uneven/dull skin tone.

COSRX Full Fit Propolis Synergy Toner

£14.33 for 150ml

The COSRX Full Fit Propolis Synergy Toner is fragrance-free and cruelty-free. This toner is a cheat code to dewy, supple, plump, and fresh-looking skin. Despite the gloopy texture, this toner absorbs instantly and doesn’t pill. It never feels greasy or sticky either. It’s ideal for those with dull or dehydrated skin, but it’s suitable for all skin types and those looking for a radiant, hydrated complexion.

72% propolis can aid in skin regeneration, while glycerin and hyaluronic acid hydrate the skin. Honey extract soothes the skin, and betaine balances the skin’s hydration.

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The Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser is a popular Korean skincare product that’s designed to soothe, intensely nourish, and refresh the skin. This milky toner is highly rated and has previously gone viral on TikTok and Instagram.

After trying and loving the Rhode Glazing Milk, I became curious about milky toners. I’m a massive toner fan anyway, and I loved the idea of a creamy yet fluid consistency that was both lightweight and ultra-hydrating. I’d seen a lot of positive reviews of the Laneige Cream Skin Toner and knew I had to try it.

In this review, I share my honest thoughts on the Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser and whether it’s worth the hype.

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About the Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser

The Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser is a cream-toner hybrid that’s enriched with nourishing ceramides and peptides for radiant, hydrated glass skin.

This innovative formula combines the benefits of a rich cream with the lightweight texture of a liquid toner to deliver soothing and nourishing hydration. It’s designed for all skin types but is particularly beneficial for sensitive, dry, and normal skin.

Key ingredients include:

• Squalane, hyaluronic acid, snow mushroom, and glycerin hydrate the skin.
• Meadowfoam seed oil, which softens the skin.
• Camellia japonica flower extract and camellia sinensis leaf extract soothe the skin and have impressive antioxidant properties.
• Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 helps the skin become healthier.
• Ceramide NP helps improve the look and feel of dry or dehydrated skin thanks to its water-retention properties and reinforces skin’s barrier strength to better resist external stressors.
• Propanediol makes skin look smooth and glowy.

Laneige is not cruelty-free or vegan.

The Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser costs £29.50 for 170ml. Get 20% off with code LFTFBLOGSARAH here.

How to use the Laneige Cream Skin toner

After cleansing, gently pat the toner into the skin. A few shakes of the bottle into the palm of your hand is ample. This can be used every day in the morning and the evening. You can apply this toner in multiple layers for additional hydration.

Honest Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser review

I’ve been using the Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner and Moisturiser consistently every morning for around 2 weeks. I’ve got combination skin with mild rosacea but am typically not sensitive to products.

The hype is absolutely deserved! This milky toner is fantastic.

The packaging is nothing special. The toner comes in a plastic bottle that feels quite weighty. I love that the top is not a pump dispenser. You simply shake the bottle upside down for the product to come out. I find this less wasteful, as I can control how much product comes out.

What I particularly love is the consistency. This has a gorgeous creamy yet fluid texture. It’s clear to see why it’s described as a milky toner. Despite looking gloopy, it’s not sticky or greasy whatsoever. Instead, it’s lightweight, absorbent, and smooths over skin effortlessly.

This toner feels wonderful on the skin too. It’s instantly nourishing, hydrating, and soothing. It feels like a quenching drink for the skin. Importantly, I experienced no irritation or sensitivity. It’s very gentle and didn’t trigger my rosacea.

Since using this, my skin feels more moisturised, soothed, and soft. It gives my skin a gorgeous healthy glow too. Instead of making my skin feel oily, it feels balanced and healthy.

This toner is also ideal for skin prep before makeup. It gives makeup an even, dewy, and smooth canvas to work with. Applying this before makeup means that any other products won’t cling to dry patches or emphasise skin texture.

Out of the many hydrating toners I’ve tried over the years, this one stands out as an ultra-nourishing glass skin must-have. This truly deserves its holy grail status.

Rating: 5 stars

I’d highly recommend this toner for anyone who’s looking for moisturised, soothed, and radiant skin. This is healthy skin in a bottle.

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This post shares 26 Leaping Bunny-approved cruelty-free makeup and skincare brands that are worth checking out.

All of the beauty brands in this post meet Leaping Bunny’s standards for being cruelty-free; they don’t test on animals at any stage of product development. From affordable to high-end, this list offers so many amazing makeup and skincare picks to suit your wants, needs, and morals.

These cruelty-free beauty brands are not only effective but they’re also ethical. Keep reading to see the brands are worth investing in!

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About Leaping Bunny and how companies become part of the Leaping Bunny Program

Since 1996, the Leaping Bunny Program, operated by the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics in the US and Canada, has been connecting compassionate consumers to cruelty-free companies under its Corporate Standard of Compassion for Animals. Companies must pledge to end animal testing at all stages of product development in addition to recommitting to the programme annually and being open to third-party audits.

There are currently 2,343 Leaping Bunny-approved companies. A list of all the Leaping Bunny-certified brands can be found in this directory.

What happens if a company isn’t part of the Leaping Bunny Program?

Just because a company is not part of the Leaping Bunny Program it doesn’t mean it’s not cruelty-free. For example, the brand may not be aware of Leaping Bunny and thus not have its certification. However, being Leaping Bunny-certified ensures that you’re buying from a company that adheres to rigorous standards and is 100% confirmed to be cruelty-free.

26 amazing Leaping Bunny-approved cruelty-free beauty brands to try

1. Glossier

Glossier is a brilliant beauty brand if you’re into minimal, low-effort looks that make your skin appear healthy and naturally dewy. This is the perfect brand to check out if you want to look sophisticated, chic, and ‘put together’ in under 15 minutes. The skincare products are effective, uncomplicated, and leave skin feeling comfortable, hydrated, and soft. The makeup products are perfect for effortless looks where your natural beauty shines through. There are even skin-loving bodycare products and signature fragrances to leave you smelling incredible and feeling fresh.

Tried and tested: Boy Brow

On my wishlist: Glossier You

2. Sunday Riley

Sunday Riley is a premium skincare brand that’s so worth the money. Every formula delivers exactly what it claims to, with no concerns over how effective the products are. Whether you want to fade hyperpigmentation, have visibly bright under-eyes, or reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, Sunday Riley has a solution for you.

Tried and tested: C.E.O. Glow

On my wishlist: Good Genes

3. Glow Recipe

Glow Recipe (get 15% off Glow Recipe at Sephora UK with my code SARAHSSPH) is a popular skincare brand that’s known for its fruit-powered and aesthetically pleasing products. This cruelty-free brand provides gentle, effective, and glowy formulas that leave skin healthy and radiant. Think avocado eye creams, watermelon toners, strawberry serums, and plum moisturisers.

Tried and tested: Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner

On my wishlist: Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream

4. Jones Road

Jones Road is a modern and minimal beauty brand that focuses on simple, high-performance, and versatile products that are easy to use. Although many of the base makeup products cater for drier or more mature skin, there’s a wide range of products to suit different skin tones, types, and preferences. Some of the staple products are the glossy highlighter balm called the Miracle Balm, the opinion-dividing What the Foundation, The Mascara, and The Face Pencil for effortless concealing.

Tried and tested: Gel Liner

On my wishlist: The Lippie Stick

5. NIOD

NIOD is less well-known than The Ordinary, but both brands have the same parent company, DECIEM. NIOD is more expensive than The Ordinary but offers more innovative and powerful solutions to meet your skin’s needs. These solutions are all backed by science and work to target specific skin needs, such as redness, dullness, uneven skin texture, and signs of ageing.

Tried and tested: Multi-Molecular Hyaluronic Complex

On my wishlist: Fractionated Eye Contour Concentrate

6. e.l.f. Cosmetics

e.l.f. Cosmetics is a popular cruelty-free beauty brand that’s known for its affordable yet effective products. e.l.f. offers a huge range of makeup and skincare products. And so many of the brand’s products have gone viral on TikTok and Instagram for being so budget-friendly yet so high-performing. Whether you’re after a hydrating lip oil, gripping primers, full-coverage concealers, hydrating face creams, or yummy bronzing drops, e.l.f. has got you covered.

Tried and tested: Power Grip Primer

On my wishlist: Fine as Fleck Glitter Eyeshadow

7. Half Magic

Half Magic is the incredible, glittery, and fun makeup brand behind the hit TV show Euphoria. This creative brand is for people who are inspired by playful makeup or love makeup as a form of self-expression. From bright colours and neutral mattes to insane duochromes and innovative eyeliners, Half Magic is a wonderful brand with killer formulas.

Tried and tested: Eyeshadow Singles in Blushing Lizard

On my wishlist: Glitterpill in Sweet Prince

8. Dermalogica

Dermalogica is a well-known skincare brand that’s known for its clinical-grade solutions. Beyond selling science-backed formulas, Dermalogica offers professional skincare treatments across the UK, both online and in person, such as a face mapping skin analysis, LED red light therapy, and transformative skin peels.

Tried and tested: Special Cleansing Gel

On my wishlist: Precleanse

9. The Body Shop

The Body Shop is an excellent cruelty-free beauty brand offering straightforward and uncomplicated products. Whether you’re after a soothing cleansing balm, purifying conditioner, nourishing body wash, or repairing foot cream, this brand has a tonne offer at very reasonable prices. I love The Body Shop’s approach to sustainable, eco-friendly, and kind-to-your-skin beauty.

Tried and tested: Camomile Sumptuous Makeup Cleansing Butter

On my wishlist: Chinese Ginseng & Rice Clarifying Polishing Mask

10. MERIT Beauty

MERIT Beauty is the ideal brand if you like minimal, sleek, and fuss-free makeup. The products are easy to apply, versatile, and look natural. This is a brand that’s not about loads and loads of unnecessary products; it’s about statement pieces that work. I love how quickly I can put together a makeup look using MERIT products.

Tried and tested: Great Skin Instant Glow Serum

On my wishlist: The Minimalist Complexion Perfecting Stick

11. Jordan Samuel Skin

Jordan Samuel Skin is an excellent cruelty-free skincare brand that was founded by the knowledgeable aesthetician Jordan Samuel Pacitti. His formulas are all about being effective, high-performing, and packed with potent ingredients while still being soothing and kind to the skin. Although these products are on the pricier side, they all perform brilliantly and are gentle.

Tried and tested: The After Show Treatment Cleanser for Sensitive Skin

On my wishlist: Mandelic Exfoliating Mask

12. Haus Labs

Haus Labs is one of the most revered celebrity makeup brands. Created by the legendary Lady Gaga, Haus Labs produces pioneering, highly pigmented, and high-performing makeup products. Each product encourages creativity, self-expression, and artistry, with vibrant colours, beautiful textures, and futuristic formulas. There’s a reason why this brand is so popular!

Tried and tested: Triclone Skin Tech Foundation

On my wishlist: B Structural Mascara

13. Drunk Elephant

Drunk Elephant is a high-end skincare brand that’s known for its excellent actives-packed formulas that are kind to the skin. With a broad range of skincare and bodycare products available, these cruelty-free solutions leave your skin feeling happy and healthy. This brand frequently goes viral on social media for its aesthetically pleasing and instantly recognisable products.

Tried and tested: Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser

On my wishlist: Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil

14. Rhode

Rhode is a trendy makeup and skincare brand, founded by popular celebrity Hailey Bieber, that promotes intentional, fuss-free, and everyday products that make your skin radiant. This brand revolves around natural beauty and formulas that nourish and soothe the skin’s barrier for your best skin yet. Rhode consistently goes viral on Instagram and TikTok every time a new product launches.

Tried and tested: Glazing Milk

On my wishlist: Peptide Lip Shape

15. Milani

Milani is a drugstore makeup brand that’s accessible and inclusive for everyone. Although the products are affordable, that in no way means they’re cheap! This is a quality makeup brand that delivers great formulas on a budget. Its best-selling Baked Blush is smooth, pigmented, and comes in a beautiful shade range. And there are loads of other excellent formulas that perform just as well.

Tried and tested: Baked Blush

On my wishlist: Conceal + Perfect 2-In-1 Foundation

16. Paula’s Choice

Paula’s Choice is a science-backed skincare brand that’s all about uncomplicated, effective, and powerful products. Not only are there loads of high-performing products to choose from, but Paula’s Choice is also an excellent resource for skincare advice and knowledge. Its skincare ingredient dictionary is a go-to page for research-backed information about ingredients, how they work, and whether they’re good for your skin.

Tried and tested: 10% Azelaic Acid Booster

On my wishlist: Skin Clearing Treatment

17. Rare Beauty

Rare Beauty is Selena Gomez’s adored cruelty-free beauty brand. Rare Beauty rarely ever gets any bad reviews. Instead, this is an award-winning brand that’s loved by all and designed to make you feel good when you wear it. From insanely pigmented blushes and shimmering liquid highlighters to smooth concealers and hydrating lip creams, this brand celebrates individuality and confidence.

Tried and tested: Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

On my wishlist: Soft Pinch Liquid Contour

18. Naturium

Naturium focuses on effective skincare solutions that work for all skin types. These products help you achieve a healthy complexion, powered by potent actives and natural botanicals. From gentle body washes to multi-peptide moisturisers, Naturium offers a broad range of products that won’t break the bank.

Tried and tested: Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm

On my wishlist: The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash

19. Saie

Saie is another brand that’s known for its effortless makeup products that are infused with skin-loving ingredients. This brand is all about dewy skin, high-quality formulas, and natural beauty. From featherlight highlighters and nourishing lip oils to radiant tinted moisturisers and soft-focus bronzers, Saie offers plenty of no-makeup makeup essentials.

Tried and tested: Glowy Super Gel

On my wishlist: Sun Melt Natural Cream Bronzer

20. Kosas

Kosas is a cruelty-free brand that delivers a makeup-skincare hybrid. The products are packed with effective ingredients to improve your skin while still delivering the pigmentation and fun of makeup. These are solutions that feel minimal on the skin but deliver maximum results.

Tried and tested: Wet Lip Oil Gloss

On my wishlist: Cloud Set Baked Setting & Smoothing Powder

21. Liz Earle

Liz Earle is a mid-priced beauty brand that offers a massive range of products. The brand is centred around the potent power of naturally active ingredients and caters to all skin types and needs. Liz Earle’s flagship product, the Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser, has won over 150 awards and continues to be incredibly popular today.

Tried and tested: Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

On my wishlist: Instant Boost Skin Tonic Toner 

22. Milk Makeup

Milk Makeup (get 15% off Milk Makeup at Sephora UK with SARAHSSPH) offers effective and easy-to-use formulas to allow you to express yourself. These products will become everyday staples that are fun to apply and deliver amazing results. From the hero Hydro Grip Primer that keeps your makeup in place all day without budging to the TikTok-viral Cooling Water Jelly Tint that has a unique bouncy texture, Milk Makeup constantly innovates.

Tried and tested: Sculpt Stick

On my wishlist: Hydro Grip Makeup Setting Spray

23. ILIA

ILIA is another skincare-meets-makeup brand that prioritises a natural, minimal look. This is a brand you’d love if you want your skin to look like skin, your complexion to look radiant, and for light coverage. If you want to cheat the ‘I woke up like this’ look, ILIA is your go-to.

Tried and tested: Super Serum Skin Tint SPF30

On my wishlist: Limitless Lash Mascara

24. The Ordinary

The Ordinary is an iconic and incredibly affordable skincare brand that’s loved by many. This brand arguably kickstarted the trend of consumers becoming way more savvy about what ingredients in skincare products do. With its innovative ingredient-led formulas, people started learning more about INCI lists and what solutions will truly meet their skin type and wants. Today, the brand continues to release budget-friendly and effective formulas.

Tried and tested: AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

On my wishlist: Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum

25. Kjaer Weis

Kjaer Weis is a luxury cruelty-free beauty brand offering a more sustainable approach, with refillable and recyclable packaging. This is a sleek and minimalist brand for natural makeup looks that are easy to put together. From refillable lipsticks and nourishing facial oils to finely milled setting powders and creamy eyeshadows, this is a great option if you want to splurge on some products.

Tried and tested: Cream Blush

On my wishlist: The Beautiful Oil

26. Nudestix

Nudestix provides makeup products that enhance natural beauty for a fresh-faced, nude look. Despite the products having a minimal feel to them, they’re very high-quality. The formulas melt into the skin and are easy to play with. Nudestix is most famous for its iconic stick blushes, but the brand offers plenty of other effective and luxurious formulas.

Tried and tested: Nudies Bloom

On my wishlist: Tinted Blur Sculpting Stick

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As 2024 has finished, I wanted to share my fave beauty products from the year. Some of these products were new launches in 2024, but most were just new to me.

These are the products that I’m reaching for the most. They make my skin look and feel healthy, smell incredible, enable effortless and beautiful makeup looks, and are simply a joy to work with. As with all the previous years, I had a hard time narrowing down this list to my absolute faves, as I tried loads of excellent beauty products in 2024, but I managed to come up with the following list.

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The r.e.m. beauty x Wicked Ozdust Eyeshadow Palette has quickly become one of my fave eyeshadow palettes. It’s a playful palette, with icy blues, vibrant pinks, forest greens, glittering golds, and multichrome beauty. There’s a trio of great neutral shades alongside a decent mix of warm and cool tones. The mattes are soft, easy to blend, and buildable. But the shimmers are the true standouts. You need to apply them with your fingertips to get the most out of them, but they’re richly pigmented, incredibly sparkly, and long-wearing. This palette inspires me to be creative and play around with different colours.

The Mixsoon Bean Essence (get 10% off at Refresh Skincare with AWOMANSCONFIDENCE) is a fantastic skincare find. This Korean skincare product does a great job of making skin smoother and more radiant. It gently exfoliates the skin with pomegranate enzyme, which isn’t irritating and is a perfect option for sensitive skin. This means I can use the essence frequently, without worrying that it’ll cause a rosacea flare-up. Since using this, my skin texture is more even.

The Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream (get 20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) has become a staple in my self-care routine. This gorgeous body moisturiser is rich and sumptuous, without being greasy. A little bit of product goes a long way, so you only need a small amount to nourish your skin. The scent is so addictive. It’s sweet, with notes of pistachio, almond, vanilla, and salted caramel. I can’t stop reaching for it.

The Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Concealer (get 15% off at Sephora with SARAHSSPH) is iconic in the makeup community. I can’t believe it took me so long to try it! This concealer is very full coverage. A tiny dot is enough to do your entire under-eye area. It gives a very airbrushed and smooth finish. If you have any blemishes, dark circles, spots, or redness, this product will instantly smooth over them for an even complexion. This is my go-to for brightening my under eyes.

The Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer (get 15% off at Sephora with SARAHSSPH) has quickly become one of my fave primers. It’s tacky, which provides a lot of grip for base products to stick to. It helps my makeup stay in place all day and last longer. A pea-sized amount is enough to cover my entire face, and I love its cooling and refreshing feeling on the skin.

The Better Not Younger Lift Me Up Hair Thickener (get 10% off with SARAH10) is a brilliant volumising hairspray. I spritz this onto my damp hair after a shower, letting it dry naturally, which gives it more lift and body. My hair is naturally very straight and smooth, but this product makes it feel thicker and provides more grip.

The Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Serum (get 20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is one of the best retinol serums I’ve tried. It’s non-irritating, absorbs quickly, and is lightweight. I’ve been using this for several months, and it’s helped reduce some of my fine lines. The serum makes my skin feel firmer, gives it more elasticity, and overall makes it plumper. Plus, if I have any spots or rough texture the night before, by the morning, my skin is much smoother and the bumpiness is significantly reduced.

The Kayali Vanilla | 28 perfume (get 15% off at Sephora with SARAHSSPH) is probably my all-time fave. I’m a sucker for anything with a vanilla scent, and this perfume has the most addictive and sweet vanilla fragrance. It’s complex and sultry, with notes of jasmine, tonka, amber, brown sugar, patchouli, and musk. This is my go-to evening scent. Obsessed.

The Makeup by Mario Soft Pop Plumping Blush Veil is such a lovely blush. It provides a glowy and sheer pop of colour to the cheeks, but it’s buildable so that you can achieve a more saturated finish. The formula is hydrating and smooth, with very small pearlescent pigments for non-shimmery radiance. The shades are gorgeous, and I love how healthy the blush makes my skin look. I don’t apply too much to avoid looking greasy, but this is a divine formula.

The AXIS-Y Cera-Heart My Type Duo Cream is an innovative moisturiser to cater for your personalised skin needs. It contains 2 different moisturisers: 1 for your U-zone and 1 for your T-zone. The U-zone moisturiser (white) is thicker and creamier to provide more nourishment, while the T-zone moisturiser (blue) is a lightweight gel moisturiser that’s designed for oilier areas of the skin. Both moisturisers are fantastic, and it’s perfect for customising my skincare routine.

The Mallows Beauty Shave Butter is a fantastic TikTok find. These shave butters are creamy, come in a fantastic range of scents, and are kind to the skin. They leave my skin feeling nourished, soft, and smooth post-shave.

The YSL NU Bare Look Tint has quickly become one of my fave skin tints. It offers medium coverage and has a skin-like finish. This formula is also flexible. You can mix it with a liquid highlighter for a glowy effect or pair it with a mattifying primer for a matte look. Either way, this tint plays beautifully with other products without pilling. It’s lightweight, non-greasy, and seamlessly evens out the complexion. It layers and blends effortlessly.

The CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask: Series 2 (get 10% off with CONFIDENCE) is easily the best LED face mask I’ve tried. This powerful mask reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and redness; makes skin glowy; and improves skin texture. It’s a comfortable fit that’s flexible, adjustable, and lightweight, unlike many other LED devices on the market that can be heavy or uncomfortable. This skincare device delivers serious results.

The Chanel Le Crayon Lèvres Longwear Lip Pencil is great. It’s long-lasting, creamy, and easy to blend. It’s firm enough that it doesn’t just blend away into nothing if you blend the edges but still feels moisturising and comfortable. The lip liner sharpens well without breaking so you can always get precise lines. I love it.

The Zelens Z-22 Ultimate Face Oil (get 20% off at LookFantastic with LFTFBLOGSARAH) is fab. This face oil is rich without being heavy or greasy. It provides nourishment overnight and leaves my skin feeling super soft, hydrated, and healthy. It’s been a while since I’ve found a face oil that I love, but this one ticks all the boxes.

The Patrick Ta Major Dimensions III Major Matte Eyeshadow Palette is the perfect neutral matte palette. This palette has every staple matte shade you could ever want, with cool, neutral, and warm tones. Whether you want a natural wash of cream all over the lids or want to create a sultry dark brown eyeshadow look, this palette has it all. It’s so versatile and wearable that I reach for it often. The eyeshadows themselves blend effortlessly, have very little fallout, are easy to build, feel velvety smooth, and stay put all day. Plus, the two cream formulas (brown and black) are ideal for creating precise, winged eyeliner.

The Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester CCC+ Ferulic Brightening Complex 20% (get 20% off with PMDM20) is a clinically proven vitamin C formula. This powerful, science-backed serum has helped even out my skin tone and made my skin smoother and more radiant. It’s lightweight, fast-absorbing, and doesn’t pill.

The r.e.m. beauty Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow in Fembot is one of the prettiest eyeshadows I’ve ever tried. This duochrome liquid eyeshadow has the most incredible iridescent flip, shifting from a sparkling purple and pink to an intense glittery blue. It’s totally unique, easy to blend for a wash of shimmer or intense pigmentation, and is long-wearing. I can apply it just as easily with my fingertips or a fluffy brush. I get so many compliments when I wear this eyeshadow!

The Wild Natural Deodorant is the best natural and eco-friendly deodorant I’ve tried. The metal cases are sustainable and really pretty. And the deodorant refills are fantastic, as there’s a great range of scents – including an unscented version for sensitive skin – and they really work to keep you fresh and odour-free all day. The formula is smooth and creamy so that there’s no tugging on your skin when you apply it.

The Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Sun Kissed Glow Bronzer is one of my fave cream bronzers. Firstly, the compact is massive, so you get a lot of value for your money, and it means you can dip a big fluffy brush into the pan. Secondly, I love the formula. It’s creamy but not slippery where if you blend out the product it disappears. Instead, the formula has the perfect balance between being moisturising and gripping. I love the shade Medium, as it’s not orange, so it gives a gorgeous sunkissed glow to the skin. This makes my skin look healthy and bronzed.

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K-beauty is home to some of the best, most effective, affordable, and innovative skincare products. Their formulas are known for featuring high-quality ingredients, being gentle, and leaving skin soothed, hydrated, and radiant.

This post shares 7 of the best Korean cleansing oils that effortlessly dissolve makeup, skincare, dirt, and grease. And they don’t break the bank either!

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1. Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil Unscented

£15.88 for 150ml

The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil Unscented is a fantastic vegan option for sensitive skin, as it’s free from fragrance and essential oils. Paired with the fact that this cleansing oil is gentle and non-stripping, then it’s a no-brainer!

This nourishing cleansing oil leaves skin soft, smooth, and fresh. It easily lifts lingering dirt, makeup, SPF, and grease from the skin without any harsh scrubbing. Plus, there’s no greasy residue after rinsing the product off your skin, so it’s comfortable.

2. IUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil

£18.54 for 200ml

The IUNIK Calendula Complete Cleansing Oil is one of my holy grail Korean skincare products. For a big bottle and high-quality INCI list, this oil effectively and quickly removes makeup, skincare, dirt, and grease.

This vegan and fragrance-free (including essential oils) formula is rich and quite thick, which makes for a luxurious and nourishing experience. It leaves skin soft, smooth, and hydrated after use. A blend of plant-based oils ensure skin never feels dry or irritated during or after cleansing.

3. Vegreen Rice Daily Moisture Pore Cleansing Oil

$28 USD/£22 GBP for 150ml 

The Vegreen Rice Daily Moisture Pore Cleansing Oil is free from essential oils and fragrances, making it ideal for sensitive skin. This new product launch has a lovely lightweight and silky consistency, which feels breathable for people with oilier skin, who may not get on well with rich textures.

The sumptuous blend of oils ensures skin feels hydrated and soft after use. 1 pump is enough to cover your entire face, making it a very cost-effective option. Removing any trace of product or dirt from the skin is a breeze.

4. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 

£14.93 for 200ml

The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil is perfect for sensitive skin, as it’s fragrance-free. This lovely cleansing oil is affordable and emulsifies beautifully. It transforms from a lightweight oil to a milky consistency that washes away with no leftover residue, making cleansing hassle-free.

As centella asiatica features high up the INCI list, this cleansing oil offers the benefits of fresh, hydrated, non-irritated, and calm skin. This is great for rosacea-prone skin.

5. Kaine Kombu Jelly Oil Cleanser

£19.59 for 145ml

The Kaine Kombu Jelly Oil Cleanser is a vegan cleanser with a unique tri-phase process, as it transforms from a jelly to an oil to a milky texture. While this isn’t strictly just an oil-based cleanser, it has a fun creamy oily consistency, and it still performs as a first cleanser.

The cleanser quickly and easily lifts any SPF or lingering grease on the skin and rinses away conveniently. However, this cleanser works a bit harder than others in this list to remove makeup, so this is one for no-makeup days. It makes skin feel hydrated and look bright after using it. Plus, it has a lovely refreshing sensation!

6. MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil

$33 USD/£25.87 for 200ml

The MIMU MIMU Heating Calming i.n.g Cleansing Oil is suitable for all skin types. It offers a unique warming sensation that’s relaxing and evokes the feeling of a spa day, which is fun and satisfying to use.

This brand-new cleansing oil has a lightweight and quite runny texture, which makes massaging the product into the skin effortless. It easily lifts any lingering product on the skin, and there’s no oily residue leftover after you rinse it away. This lovely cleanser leaves skin nourished, calm, fresh, and glowy.

7. Veganifect Clean and Glow Green Barley LHA Deep Cleansing Oil

£26.07 for 205ml

The Veganifect Clean and Glow Green Barley LHA Deep Cleansing Oil is vegan and provides mild exfoliation. It contains LHA, which is a derivative of salicylic acid that’s designed to provide gentle exfoliation, without irritation. As you wash off the cleansing oil, it means the exfoliating ingredients don’t sit on the skin, which can be sensitising for certain people or those with a damaged skin barrier.

This is an invigorating cleanser that leaves skin fresh, smooth, even, and hydrated. It has a lovely natural earthy smell, but it doesn’t contain any perfume.

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