Many we already know and love, while others remain relatively undiscovered. Whichever it is, Britain remains a key player in the beauty industry, making waves with products that are innovative and high-quality. Here are some of the best British brands available in Australia.
JooMo
JooMoo is a young brand founded by a family of UK scientists. It's products are gentle, effective, and 100% all-natural – ideal for all skin types and all-ages.
Shay & Blue
Established in 2012 by the ex-senior vice president of Chanel and former global GM of Jo Malone, this boutique perfumery believes in preserving the timeless methods of fragrance creation.
LUSH
Driven by its ethics, LUSH is an industry leader in anti-animal testing, ethical buying, and fair trade. LUSH is credited with pioneering innovative beauty products such as fizzing bath bombs, shower jellies, and solid shampoo bars.
Mason Pearson
As the world’s premium hairbrush for over 100 years, Mason Pearson brushes improve the condition of hair by massaging the scalp and directing sebum right to the ends. The brand is recognised as one of the industry’s leading hairbrushes by stylists around the world.
Molton Brown
Molton Brown launched in London 1973. Inspired by “the World,” the brand takes a soft, natural, and plant-based approach to hair care and styling. By the 1980s the brand had expanded to makeup, hair, body and skin products.
Jo Malone
The first Jo Malone store opened in London 1994, selling high-end skincare, fragrances, and scented candles. The brand has since become internationally renowned as a couture lifestyle brand for both men and women.
The Body Shop
The Body Shop is a British cosmetics, skin care, and perfume company with stores in over 66 countries. The brand believes in taking the ethical approach in everything they do – taking initiatives to help protect the planet, defend human rights, support community trade, and stand strong against animal testing.
Eylure
Founded by two world-renowned makeup artists in the 1940s, Eylure was developed for those working in television and film. It's world-renowned false lashes are credited with helping create Elizabeth Taylor’s iconic Cleopatra look.
Real Techniques by Sam and Nic Chapman
Real Techniques was developed with pro-makeup artist, Samantha Chapman, and combines high-tech materials with innovative designs. The brushes are plush and soft to provide a flawless finish and are 100% cruelty free.
Rimmel London
Rimmel London was inspired by London street style and is synonymous with edgy and fun makeup looks. With a wide range of products for the face, eyes, lips, nails, and body, Rimmel is the no. 1 colour cosmetics brand in the UK.
Zoella
Created by British YouTuber, Zoe Sugg, Zoella offers a fun, playful range of scented bath, shower, and body products that smell delicious and help calm the mind and body.
Johnny’s Chop Shop
Johnny’s Chop Shop is London’s very own retro style barbershop specialising in slick styles for guys who want to look well-groomed with attitude. It brings the barbershop to consumers, with its male grooming products fusing 50s and 60s styles with modern day trend for remarkably uncommon results.