#nofilter by Denise smith
The honest beauty column
SPRING is in the air and in beauty terms, that means there’s a helluva lotta new releases dropping now. From luxe shower gels to dreamy night creams, here are some of the newest launches that have me swooning. I’ve put these beauties to the test to make choosing easier.
Ella & Jo Relax & Renew Night Cream, €50 IF you’ve tried their cult cleansing balm, you’ll know this trailblazing Irish brand only create game-changing products. Packed full of skin-loving ingredients, including bakuchiol — a natural vitamin that works as efficiently as a retinol but without the risk of skin irritation — their newest night cream is a must-buy for your beauty routine.
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The Body Shop Sleep Relaxing Hair & Body Wash, €18.50 ANYTHING that promises to increase my shut-eye I am here for. If you’re looking to unwind after a long day, lather up with this body-and-mind-unwinding cleanser. Made with 100pc natural lavender, vetiver and organic olive oil from Italy, you’ll fall into bed smelling like a field of fresh blooms. And because I am a sucker for a two-in-one product, you can also show your gruaig some love while getting squeaky clean before bedtime. The head-to-toe vegan product comes in a recyclable aluminium bottle — meaning you can shower the planet with care too.
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Higher Education Rush Salicylic Acid Complexion Pads, €27 CLEAN beauty at its best, this award-winning US brand — famed for championing both skin and eco-friendly ingredients — has just launched in Ireland. Paraben-free, gluten-free, nut-free, cruelty-free, vegan, and sustainable, I’m loving the salicylic acid pads which are great for controlling breakouts. You can even use them on your shoulders, back, arms and chest to control body acne. Want to dip your toe into the range but not sure where to start? Try the nifty Online Skin Analysis Tool for professional recommendations on the spot
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IT Cosmetics Hello Lashes+ Volumizing Mascara, €26.50 GET wide-awake eyes with this kind-to-your-lashes mascara. Infused with biotin, jojoba oil and argan oil, the nourishing ingredients will condition and give you strong, glossy lashes for a heart-stopping flutter.
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Connolly HydraGlo Hydrating Serum, €30 HAVING dominated the beauty aisle, now Aimee Connolly has launched into the skincare market with her first product. Doing exactly what it says on the tin, this silky serum hydrates and plumps the skin to create the perfect base for your makeup. You’ll also get that signature Sculpted glow without your skin feeling greasy or tacky.
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Rimmel Kind & Free Hydrating Concealer, €9.99 RIMMEL has launched its first vegan makeup range developed with minimalist formulas that work wonders. One of my faves in the new collection is this hydrating concealer, which hides a multitude of sins for up to 24 hours. Packed with aloe vera and vitamin E, there shall be no under-eye cakage here.
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Ps Pro 6 Shade Eyeshadow Palette, €6 THE Ps Pro edit is here so don’t walk, run to your nearest Penneys because a selection of drool-worthy cosmetics, skincare products and hair tools are now on shelves. From €2 nail polishes to €5 wand blushers and €6 AHA face masks and collagen facial serums, you’d be mad to miss out. This dreamy eye palette shall be mine.
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