Streamlined beauty routines are all the rage right now – think skin fasting and K-beauty trend ‘skip-care’. This more minimalist approach to beauty has us in search of fewer but harder-working products that do multiple steps in one. These multi-tasking mavericks are seen across the board, from skincare to makeup – and here are the ones you need to have your eye on.
DB Cosmetics BB Cream All-In-One Skin Perfector
DB Cosmetics have catered to the huge, new demand for foundation with skincare benefits with its BB Cream All-In-One Skin Perfector. This formula packs sunscreen, moisturiser and foundation all in one, with antioxidants to help enhance radiance and natural glow. The ingredient-rich formula provides 24-hour hydration with a non-greasy finish, includes SPF15, and helps prevent and reduce signs of ageing.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour® Great 8™ Daily Defense Moisturizer Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 35
A new addition to the iconic Eight Hour® range, this daily moisturiser boasts a whopping eight beauty benefits, resulting in a healthy looking glow. The 8-in-1 product protects against the damaging effects of sun with SPF 35, blue light, infrared and pollution, as it hydrates, purifies, brightens and fights excess oil.
Dermalogica Active Clearing AGE Bright Spot Fader
This two-in-one spot treatment clears breakouts and the marks they leave behind. The AGE Bright™ Complex that’s included helps reduce visible skin ageing while preventing over-drying, making it perfect for adult acne. The brightening treatment contains salicylic acid to clear breakouts, along with niacinamide and hexylresorcinol which fade post-breakout marks and improve uneven skin tone.
Eau Thermale Avène Day Protector Tinted BB Cream SPF30 PA+++
With pollution of prime importance at the moment, this 3-in-1 tinted BB cream is ideal for city-dwellers as it protects against UVA and UVB, free radicals and pollution. Specially designed for sensitive skin, it unifies and brightens the complexion thanks to adaptive mineral pigments which suit most skin tones. All the while, it corrects blemishes and dark spots while smoothing pores and fine lines. This multi-benefit BB cream also moisturises the skin and is fragrance-free, meaning it won’t irritate sensitive complexions.
Dr. Hauschka High Spirits Limited Edition Eye Crayon Duo
This limited edition eye crayon features two ends with vibrant, contrasting colours. The silky smooth pencil is designed to be used as an eyeliner or doubles as an eyeshadow, as it can be applied to the entire eyelid.
The Body Shop Skin Defence Multi-Protection Face Mist SPF45
Sunscreen facial mists are gaining traction as an easy way to get your SPF protection – including this one from The Body Shop. Offering SPF45 PA++, it also protects from pollution particles, and is enriched with brightening ingredients such as red algae extract and anti-oxidant vitamin C for a luminous complexion. The cloud-like mist forms an invisible protective film without leaving any residue on the skin.
Arbonne Intelligence - Pollution Defense CC Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Offering a huge 13 benefits in one product, the Arbonne Pollution Defense CC Cream gives a medium coverage and radiant finish with its lightweight, long-wearing formula that masks skin imperfections. It contains mineral SPF and argan oil to give added hydration to skin, while smoothing and improving tone.
jane iredale Sugar & Butter Lip Duo
With plumping lip products bang on trend, this jane iredale offering is one to have on your radar. The two-in-one exfoliator and tinted lip plumper contains organic brown sugar to exfoliate the lips at the same time as moisturising them, thanks to the inclusion of shea butter.
Murad Prebiotic 4-in-1 Multicleanser
A new addition from Murad, this multicleanser offers four benefits and is perfect for all skin types, including sensitive. The gel-to-oil makeup-removing cleanser nourishes skin with prebiotics, balancing the skin’s microbiome. The result is healthier-looking skin due to the prebiotics, regarded as ‘food’ for the good bacteria that help create a healthy balance.
Revlon ColorStay Prep & Protect™ Primer
This 3-in-1 solution moisturises, primes and protects in one, delivering a smooth, mattified look all day without leaving any chalky or ashy cast behind. The primer features broad spectrum SPF 25, wears for 24 hours, absorbs into the skin without leaving white streaks and doesn’t leave skin feeling greasy. It can be worn alone or as part of your makeup routine.
This full coverage foundation and concealer is a breathable, non-drying formula that effortlessly achieves a silky-smooth complexion. The Cleverstick 2-in-1 contains coconut oil for natural hydration, eliminating any dryness often associated with full coverage foundations, along with kaolin clay which controls oil and shine. Skin is left with a beautiful glowing, smooth finish. The solid stick formula is encased in portable packaging, meaning it’s perfect to use while travelling and on-the-go.
Rimmel London Wonder Swipe 2-in-1 Liner to Shadow
Part of Rimmel London’s new festival collection, this 2-in-1 liner to shadow is transformed into a sparkly eyeshadow with just one swipe. The bold metallic eyeliner comes in an array of on-trend shades for wearable or statement looks.
