Our Beauty Writer's Best Buys Under £30
Olverum
Restful Sleep Pillow Mist, £27.50There’s not been a night I haven’t used this pillow mist since first discovering it last year and I truly believe it’s the reason I’ve been sleeping better. With a sleep-inducing blend of essential oils, including lavender and amyris, it really does help me to drift off after a busy day.
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IT Cosmetics
Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer, £26.00A good concealer is a makeup bag must-have. IT Cosmetics formula is infused with peptides and hyaluronic acid, so it’s incredibly hydrating and plumping. Just a small amount is enough to conceal dark circles and I love that it and lasts all day and never creases.
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Olaplex
No.8 Bond Intense Moisture Mask, £28.00When it comes to hair masks, it’s safe to say I’ve tried a fair few but Olaplex’s debut treatment has become a firm favourite. I use it once a week and my hair is noticeably shinier and less frizzy.
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Paula's Choice
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, £12.00I owe a lot to this trusty liquid exfoliant. Using it twice a week as part of my evening routine has really helped keep my breakouts at bay. Not only do I get far fewer spots, but the overall texture of my skin is much smoother and brighter too.
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Charlotte Tilbury
Hyaluronic Happikiss, £27.00Before Charlotte Tilbury created her Hyaluronic Happikiss, I’d always used a lip balm alongside any lipstick as none were hydrating enough. This hybrid formula blurs the lines between skincare and makeup, offering the look of a lipstick with the feel of a balm.
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Drunk Elephant
Sugared Koffie Almond Milk Scrub, £34.00Looking for a body scrub that buffs away dead skin cells in seconds but has a super moisturising formula? You’ve just found it. The blend of almond milk and plant oils ensures there’s no dryness whatsoever and the sweet coffee bean scent is a nice touch.
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Byredo
Suede Rinse-Free Hand Wash, N/AQuite possibly the chicest hand sanitiser there is, Byredo’s Rinse-Free Hand Wash cleans without leaving you with that overpowering alcohol scent. In fact, your hands are left smelling glorious.
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Amanda Harrington
Perfect Body Ultimate Gradual Tan, £16.80If, like me, you prefer a subtle sun kissed glow when it comes to fake tan, this is the one for you. It provides a natural-looking colour that you can build up over time. The real selling point for me is that it fades evenly and never goes patchy.
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