After 12 years in this job, I would be lying if I said my adoration for the beauty industry is constant. Some days, the thought of having to test out one more face serum or foundation fills me with dread. As someone who likes consistency in their beauty routine, swapping out my products every other day to put the newest beauty launches to the test isn’t always something I’m overjoyed about.
But this year, I must admit there is a change in the air. I’ve been more excited than ever about some of the new products landing on my desk, and I have been lapping them up. But, forever a completist, before I allowed myself to get stuck into the newness, I had some lingering favourites from 2025 to use up in January.
So, here it goes: despite the hundreds of beauty products I’m itching to slather onto my face, body and hair, these are the six that are so good, I had to finish them.
1. Merit Brow 1980 Volumizing Pomade
2. Jo Malone London Orange Blossom Diffuser
Jo Malone London
Orange Blossom Diffuser
Finally, we come to my only skincare empty from last month. This cleanser not only looks beautifully chic on the shelf and smells divine, but it delivered exceptional results. Formulated with salicylic acid and niacinamide, it’s a gentle, jelly cleanser that is perfect for breakout-prone skin. It fits against oil buildup and congestion without causing even a hint of dryness. I’m head over heels for it, and so is my skin.
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