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10 Must-have Products From H Beauty
FEATURE: LONG READ
Words by Tanya Small
Beauty lovers, listen up! Our editors have put together a list of the ten need-to-know goodies to grab in your nearest H beauty store. If you haven’t been before, know that each beauty playground is packed with both local and cult-favourite make-up, skincare and haircare treasures. Yes, the aisles of Gateshead, Bristol, Edinburgh, Milton Keynes and Lakeside have been scanned, the products have been tried and tested, and these are the beauty must-haves you need to grab right now.
A sneak preview, here’s what to expect: Pat McGrath Labs’ showstopping Fetisheyes eye shadows, Kylie Cosmetics’ vegan lip crayons and THE Millie Bobby Brown’s Florence by Mills hydrating whale-shaped under-eye pads. So, whether you’re looking for your next skincare staple or anotherfragrance to add to your collection, these are 10 of the best H beauty products to snap up ASAP.
Parfums de Marly Valaya Eau de Parfum, £230
This fragrance from Parfums de Marly is guaranteed to turn heads. Created by fragrance nose, Quentin Bisch, Valaya is a fresh blend of mandarin orange, white peach and lily-of-the-valley while ambroxan and vanilla offers a creamy, woody base. If you already have the TikTok sensation Delina in your fragrance wardrobe then Valaya is going to make a sweet addition. And let’s face it, those silky tassels will look next level on your Instagram feed.
Florence by Mills Swimming Under the Eyes Gel Pads, £34
Millie Bobby Brown has joined the H beauty and Harrods family and her skincare brand is one not to be missed. Especially her eye masks that are designed to brighten and de-puff your under eyes. Ideal for midday pick-me-ups or switching off after a long day, the skin-soothing, whale-shaped patches are soaked in a blend of coconut extract and castor oil to nourish the delicate skin around your eyes. They’ve also been infused with glycerin to lock in moisture and niacinamide to even, brighten and illuminate.
Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato Eau de Parfum, £107
Forget everything you know about sweet scents being overpowering, as Kayali’s Yum Pistachio Gelato eau de parfum completely re-defines gourmand fragrances with its sweet sophisticated blend. The fragrance explodes with pistachio gelato, cotton candy, whipped cream and marshmallows. One spritz and you’ll be transported to a bustling gelateria in Rome, which was Founder Mona Kattan’s exact inspiration.
Vieve Soul Shadows, £29
The 100% vegan and cruelty-free brand Vieve is back with a new selection of versatile eyeshadows. There are four eyeshadow quads in the Soul Shadows collection: Terra, Lure, Burn and Noir. While Terra’s matte-brown shades are ideal for creating wearable everyday looks, the molten metallics in Noir guarantee to add dramatic smoke and shade to your eyelids. If you’re a fan of the Vieve Ninetease palette, then you’ll already know that brand founder, Jamie Genevieve, spares no expense when it comes to creating high-quality eyeshadows with showstopping pigments. Try using the lustrous mauve shades in Lure for your next date night or go all out with the fiery terracotta hues in Burn.
Pat McGrath Fetisheyes Longwear Liquid Eye Shadow, £27
Pat McGrath Labs is well known for creating out-of-this-world make-up products. So, if you’re looking for an eyeshadow that takes your make-up looks to another dimension, look no further than the Fetisheyes Longwear Wear Liquid Eye Shadow. Choose between Twilight Platinum, Cosmic Chartreuse and a handful of other shades that have been plucked straight from the solar system’s galactical colour palette. Promising crease-proof wear for up to ten hours, these liquid shadows are made for high-impact looks.
Wylde Moon (borrowed from) The Wild Eau de Parfum, £42
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Picture yourself on a walk through an English garden surrounded by the aromas of mint, geranium and lemongrass – you're imagining Wylde Moon’s (borrowed from) The Wild Eau de Parfum.Designed to capture the scent of an English country garden, the freshening spritz fuses fruity notes of lemon and blackberry with the sweetness of roseand warmth ofmusk. The scent even comes encased in an elegant bottle that features a monogrammed cap and a forest-green tassel crafted from pure silk – it's idealfor gifting.
Paula’s Choice 5% Niacinamide Body Serum, £36
It’s easy to forget that the skin on our body deserves just as much care as the skin on our face. Skin is the body’s largest organ, and it doesn’t stop at your chin. Body washes and scrubs are great for removing dead skin cells, dirt and excess oil, and body moisturisers are key for strengthening your skin’s natural barrier afterwards. This body serum from Paula’s Choice is designed to soften and even skin tone. It’s formulated with niacinamide to strengthen your skin’s natural barrier, prickly pear extract to improve texture, and vitamin B5 to deeply hydrate. If you’d like to learn more about the different ingredients that are often found in skincare products, then our beauty editors have put together a handy guide to the hottest skincare ingredients to know in 2023 – from retinol to peptides and collagen. You can thank us later.
SBTRCT Moisturising Facial Balm Starter Kit, £36
Prone to dry skin? This one’s for you. SBTRCT’s moisturising facial balm is packed with skin-softening natural ingredients to deeply hydrate – we're talking shea butter, castor oil and rosehip oil. It’s also formulated with emollients including squalane, that have been proven to improve your skin’s moisture levels. If you didn't already know, squalane is a hydrogenated version of squalene, an oily substance that sebaceous glands produce to keep skin supple, and works to replenish your skin’s moisture levels. Plus, aside from being encased in a trendy bamboo pot that will make all the other skincare products on your bathroom shelf jealous, SBTRCT’s moisturising facial balm is 100% plastic and palm oil free.
Dolce & Gabbana Q by Dolce & Gabbana Eau de Parfum, £115
Could this be your new signature scent? Designed to make you feel like royalty, Dolce & Gabanna’s rich Q eau de parfum is all about smelling luxurious. Think creamy cedarwood brightened by Sicilian lemon and sweet-and-sour cherry. The powerful scent is softened by fragrant jasmine, and supported by warming musk. The woody-citrus aroma is designed to make you feel confident with every wear.
Kylie Cosmetics by Kylie Jenner Kris Collection Lip Crayon, £33
Kylie Cosmetics by Kylie Jenner is known for being one of the biggest beauty empires in the industry, and these Lip Crayons live up to the hype. Designed by Kylie and inspired by her mother, Kris Jenner, AKA the original ‘momager’, they are a guaranteed conversation starter. Each crayon gives you the precision of a lip liner and the colour and application payoff of a lipstick. The set includes three crayons for you to play with – one is a warm peachy nude, the other a bright medium pink and the last is a popping red-orange shade. With their smudge-resistant formulas delivering intense colour in just one swipe, there’ll be no need to reapply throughout the day. The crayons feel as soft as velvet on the lips and are even 100% vegan, gluten and cruelty free.
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