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The Foundations
Why do we love Becca? The brand’s philosophy embraces all women, regardless of age or ethnicity, promoting an even, natural-looking complexion. Having developed a 3-Step Skin Perfecting MakeUp System that corrects, perfects and enhances any type of complexion, from the fairest to the darkest skin tones, the range features no less than 34 concealer colours and a whopping 30 foundation colours, all in natural tones, for a beautiful, sun-kissed, flawless finish. Stocked at The Chapel, 394-396, St John Street, EC1; beccacosmetics.com/uk
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OF THE BEST
OIL-REDUCING MOISTURISERS
Neal’s Yard Purifying Palmarosa Palmarosa is a natural antiseptic and controls sebum secretions where skin is oily, while adding essential hydration where skin is dry. A perfect re-balancing formula. £23.75, nealsyardremedies.com Glycolic Acid 10% Moisturiser A mild treatment for dry and mature or spotty and problem skin types, this is ideal for oily skins that need the additional comfort of a cream. This multipurpose formula exfoliates and removes dirt but moisturises deep into the skin cells. £12.50, bravuralondon.com
OY Cleanse and Moisturise A 3-in-1 product that promotes a blemish-free complexion with active ingredients willow bark and green tea. Prebiotics kill bad bacteria while supporting good bacteria. £9.95, greenpeople.co.uk
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The fine art of staying beautiful... Big in Japan
New to Space NK is mineralrich bodycare brand SAI-SEI. Based on the principles of Japanese Onsens, SAI-SEI means birth and renewal, and the range doesn’t disappoint, giving skin a new lease of life with its rejuvenating minerals. We particularly love the dual purpose Mineral Loofah Body Polish Soap, which bgently buffs and cleanses at the same time. Available exclusively from Space NK, 299 Upper Street, N1; uk.spacenk.com
Tipping Point
The latest designs from The Illustrated Nail are sure to top the talons trending chart. Loud, summery and most importantly, fun, the blog is forging ahead in the world of nail art. Expect interpretations of the triangle and geometric shapes that were big on the catwalks, as well as classic flag designs. We love a bit of stars and stripes for brash trash, old-skool value. theillustratednail.tumblr.com
Colour Pop
We love NARS’s popping palette of vibrant yellow and purple for summer. Non-conformist ‘90s glamour at its very best. narscosmetics.co.uk 39
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