Mirror Water Buff Body Exfoliator
Best body moisturiser
A cult classic that needs no introduction, Sol de Janeiro’s Bum Bum Cream is adored the world over for its addictive and instantly recognisable almond-pistachio scent. Fragrance aside, the rich buttery cream promises smoother, firmer skin with its powerhouse blend of Amazonian guaraná extract and cupuaçu butter.
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Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Daily Hydrating Body Lotion
Dove Essential Care Body Lotion
The Body Shop Shea Body Butter
Best hair removal
A cut above the rest, this must-try razor from Gillette Venus guarantees your smoothest shave yet. With a three-blade head and a soothing gel surround, the razor literally glides over skin to remove all body hair without any irritation, nicks or cuts. Expect seriously silky limbs.
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Veet Pure Inspirations Hair Removal Cream
Philips Lumea IPL Hair Removal 9000
Best hand cream
For hand cream that looks good, smells amazing and actually works, look no further than L’Occitane. Its bestselling Shea Butter Hand Cream soothes and hydrates like no other with its nourishing blend of sustainably sourced organic shea butter, argan oil and coconut oil.
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Rare Beauty Find Comfort Hydrating Hand Cream
Grown Alchemist Restorative Hand Cream
Best body mist
More affordable than an eau de parfum, perfume mists are having a resurgence and Sol de Janeiro’s Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 68 is the best of the best. Fresh and fruity, this mood-boosting fragrance will instantly transport your senses to the sandy shores of Copacabana with its uplifting combo of pink dragon fruit, lychee and jasmine.
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Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Fresh Moisture Mist
Rare Beauty Find Comfort Body & Hair Fragrance Mist
Phlur Vanilla Skin Hair & Body Fragrance Mist
Best colour range
Arguably the most iconic and loved nail polish brand of all time, OPI is renowned for its fast-drying, chip-resistant formulas that come in hundreds of hues (we’re talking 200 plus). Spanning everything from rich reds to pretty pinks, we can’t resist Bubble Bath and Big Apple Red.
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Manucurist Green Natural Nail Polish
Best nail/hand care
No at-home manicure is complete without a few drops of cuticle oil, and Essie’s Apricot Oil is just the ticket. Jam-packed with do-good oils, including apricot kernel, sweet almond and jojoba, this rich formula deeply hydrates and conditions cuticles while protecting nails from dryness.
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OPI Repair Mode Bond Building Nail Serum
CND SolarOil Nail & Cuticle Care
Best press-on nails
The best press-on nails should look natural and go the distance, which is exactly why Kiss Salon’s Acrylic Nails gets our vote. Easy to adhere with seven days’ wear, the nails come in a wide array of shapes and styles with something for everyone. Our go-to design? The classic French tips.
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Lottie London x Chaun Legend Stay Press’d
