10 OG Beauty Products That Still Live Up To The Hype
Colonia
£111 | Acqua di Parma
Sparkling and bright, Acqua di Parma Colonia is the out-of-office mood, bottled. Think crisp linen on sundrenched skin, capturing the spirit of Italian luxury. First created in 1916, this timeless, unisex Eau de Cologne opens with lemon, sweet orange and Calabrian bergamot for a burst of radiance, while lavender and rosemary add a subtly herbaceous undercurrent.
Available at SPACENK.COM
Le Vernis in ‘Rouge Noir’
£30 | Chanel
Not quite red, not quite black but somewhere in between, Chanel’s now-iconic ‘Rouge Noir’ nail colour had women queuing around the block when it launched 30 years ago. Yet it remains as refined and relevant as ever. The perfect vampy burgundy, it looks utterly classic and suits all skin tones. Plus, the Le Vernis line was recently reworked to improve the brush design and introduce camellia-derived eco-ceramides to the formula for added strength.
Available at JOHNLEWIS.COM
Hoola Bronzer
£25.50 (was £34) | Benefit
If Hoola was ever to be discontinued, Benefit might have a riot on their hands. A few strokes of this along your temples and cheekbones is the easiest way to cheat sunkissed warmth. Many powder bronzers fall flat, leaning too orange or chalky, but this remains a fan favourite, creating a realistic-looking natural-matte finish. Trust us – this comes into its own all year round.
Available at BOOTS.COM
Advanced Night Repair Serum
£93 | Estée Lauder
Designed to tap into your circadian rhythm and optimise your skin’s nightly renewal processes, Estée Lauder’s Advanced Night Repair retains its bestseller status for good reason. More than four decades on since it was positioned as the first-ever nighttime serum on the market, it still earns its keep. This OG multitasker works hard, addressing lines, restoring radiance and boosting hydration in one – all while remaining gentle and focused on overnight repair.
Available at ESTEELAUDER.COM
NARS Powder Blush in ‘Orgasm’
£36.50 | NARS
NARS’s cheekily-named ‘Orgasm’ blush breathes life back into dull, flat-looking complexions. Reminiscent of flushed, post-coital cheeks, the shade is infused with flecks of gold pearly pigment and has that slightly magic quality whereby it suits all manner of skin tones. Plus, it goes on like silk and lasts for hours.
Available at NARSCOSMETICS.CO.UK
Clarins Beauty Flash Balm
£39 | Clarins
We live for a brilliant multitasker like the Clarins Beauty Flash Balm. An award-winner for a reason, this hardworking three-in-one acts as a moisturiser, primer and mask. Powered by a cocktail of plant extracts – think acerola seed extract, aloe vera, prickly pear and oat sugars – it works to tighten, smooth and restore your skin’s natural bounce by boosting cellular renewal.
Available at CLARINS.CO.UK
Beauty Elixir
£18 | Caudalie
To lift your skin – and mood – out of the inevitable 4pm slump, this is just the ticket. Caudalie’s Beauty Elixir combines green grape, orange blossom and rose essential oil with a hint of peppermint, resulting in a herbaceous, energising blend which leaves your skin feeling plump and satiated. Be warned, once you start spritzing you won’t be able to stop.
Available at SPACENK.COM
Black Rose Precious Face Oil
£198 | Sisley Paris
Sisley’s Black Rose Oil leaves skin looking supple and luminous – as though you’ve had far more sleep than you actually have. It’s little wonder it’s loved by beauty editors and celebrities alike. Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids to lock in hydration, it feels especially comforting when massaged into the skin after a stressful day. The rosy, restorative scent only adds to its appeal.
Available at SPACENK.COM
Luminous Silk Foundation
£49 | Armani
We all know the heartbreak of having one of your ride-or-dies reformulated but rest assured, this is reassuringly close to the original. A kit must-have among bridal make-up artists, if you haven’t yet tried Luminous Silk, know that it’s a safe bet for a special occasion because it photographs so beautifully. True to its name, it gives your skin that lit-from-within look, while niacinamide, glycerin and Mediterranean flower extracts maintain a feeling of lasting hydration. The shade range has also expanded to 44, with green and blue pigments added to help those with olive and deeper skin tones find a truer match.
Available at SPACENK.COM
Elnett Hairspray Normal Hold
£8.25 | L’Oréal Paris
Iconic for a reason, just the scent of L’Oréal Paris’s Elnett gets us in the mood for a good night out. Whether you’re taming a slicked-back bun or locking in bouncy curls, this affordable hero always delivers on hold. It’s also a great one to keep close to hand if you love a hack – spritz it onto tights to prevent laddering or coat a spoolie and use it to groom your brows.
Available at BOOTS.COM
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