BEAUTY
ASOSERS' NEW FACE + BODY FINDS
By Amelia Bell, 12 February 2019
Kerry Ashton, Senior Merchandiser Face + Body
‘This cleansing stick from Korean brand Cosmetea will leave you with brighter, more hydrated skin. It uses tea leaves as its key ingredient, which are rich in antioxidants and skin-boosting properties. Simply apply the stick to dry skin with wet fingertips and massage into a lather.’
Cosmetea Stick Cleanser – black tea and omija, £14.50
‘Ever wanted a glow from a product that still controls your oil levels throughout the day? The BECCA Hydra-Mist Set & Refresh Powder provides just that. Its velvety, weightless and glowy finish leaves my skin looking radiant. Plus, it contains 50% water and glycerine for a refreshing hit.’
‘Soaked in a blend of tea tree, lactic acid, glycolic acid and bamboo extract, this small-but-mighty stick gives a soothing and low pH exfoliation. The ingredients work together to resurface the skin and remove dead skin cells without irritation. I use it no more than two times a week, applying over my T-zone and cystic blemish-prone areas.’
Dr.Oracle 21-Stay A-Thera Peeling Stick, £3.50
‘If your hair is in need of some TLC, this cherry blossom and sweet almond oil shampoo injects instant shine and leaves your hair feeling softer than ever. In true Aveda fashion, the product is packed full of naturally derived ingredients such as babassu and coconut, which ensure those healthy lipids and oils are protected.’
Aveda Cherry Almond Shampoo, £15.50
‘3ina has just launched its first oil drops: Defence, Energy and Detox. I put a couple of Defence drops onto my skin before moisturising, although you can also mix it in with your foundation. It’s a really nice base for makeup and leaves my skin feeling silky soft and hydrated. Not to mention, it's also vegan and paraben-free.’
3ina The Oil Drops – Defence, £14.95
‘Holika Holika's foam is amazing for deep cleansing pores and leaves my skin feeling squeaky clean. The tea tree oil acts as a soother for acne and any redness, while baking soda helps eliminate dirt from pores. Finally, mineral water ensures that the formula doesn’t dry out your skin.’
Holika Holika Soda Pore Deep Cleansing Foam, £13.99
‘This baby is 90% naturally derived and cuts your blow-dry time in half. The Aveda Speed Of Light Blow Dry Accelerator contains lactic acid from sugar beets to smooth and seal the cuticle (so your hair strands separate), which maximises airflow around the hairs to help cut down on drying time – AKA, less arm ache! It also contains a coconut conditioner, which leaves your hair feeling super soft. I've finally got my mornings back.’
Aveda Speed Of Light Blow Dry Accelerator, £21
‘Finding a great hybrid cleanser – the kind that leaves your skin clean and, at the same time, hydrated and smooth – is not as easy as it sounds. Enter Sister & Co.’s latest formula. I recently discovered this when searching for an oil-based cleanser and I’ve been singing its praises ever since. Packed with skin-loving superfoods (like apricot and grape oils), it not only smells great but it’s ideal for sensitive skin, too, melting away your makeup as if by magic.’
Sister & Co. Apricot Rose Frankincense True Oil Cleanse, £30
Frankie Gascoine, Buyer's Assistant Face + Body
‘If your skin is in desperate need of a pick-me-up after this chilly spell, look no further than Shea Moisture’s latest body lotion. The well-known haircare brand has now expanded into body care with a collection designed to add radiance and hydration to your skin. Magic ingredients include coconut oil and sweet hibiscus flower (used to improve skin’s firmness) as well as one new ingredient – the Songyi mushroom.’
Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Illuminating Body Lotion, £10.99
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Polly Joshua, Buyer’s Assistant Face + Body
‘This super-cute bakuchiol booster is a plant-derived natural alternative to retinol. I’ve been using it as part of my evening skincare routine by adding a couple of drops into my serum or moisturiser. Its powerful-yet-gentle ingredients help soften the skin and improve uneven skin tone. Not only does it contain the highest approved concentration of bakuchiol, but it’s safe for sensitive skin and is 100% vegan.’
BYBI Bakuchiol Booster Oil – coming soon
