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The Sun
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Exact date Aldi beauty dupes hit shelves and it's very soon
BEAUTY lovers can grab a bargain this week as cult Aldi dupes arrive in store. The budget supermarket has been making a name for itself with a range of incredible skincare and make-up going viral. And one of the absolute favourites is back - the Girl Gone Bad Mascara which users swear is a cut-price dupe for Benefit's BADgal Bang version. According to the store the £5.99, jet black Aldi option serves up intense volume as well as dramatic lift and curl that lasts up to 36 hours. Enriched with Vitamin E, it nourishes lashes while creating a full, fluttery finish in just one coat, offering the same dramatic effect as Benefit's mascara, a staple in the Love Island villa - for a whopping £21 less. Shoppers have been quick to praise the beauty game-changer online. One said: 'It's brilliant, better than leading brands.' The beauty must-have arrives in store this Thursday along with some other bargain dupes. If you love French beauty brand L'Occitane en Provence, Aldi's Lacura bodycare line is up your avenue. Lacura Gentle Almond Shower Oil is said to be a dead ringer for L'Occitane's Amande Huille de Douche. But at £4.99, compared to the bougie brand's £22, it's a shower-time snip. Formulated with sweet almond oil, it promise to gently cleanse and leave the skin feeling butter soft. Aldi rolls out 'INSANE' shelf change to all 2,550 locations - and it means 33% more savings for shoppers Meanwhile, the Lacura Nourishing Almond Body Lotion boasts almond oil and vitamin E for a hydrated and supple finish. And it's also £4.99, compared to L'Occitane's Almond Milk Concentrate which is almost 10 times the price at £45.50. Finally the £4.99 Lacura Almond Exfoliating Body Scrub contains ground sweet almond shell to gently cleanse and exfoliate for softer and smoother skin. It's said to be a dupe for L'Occitane's £24 Almond Shower Scrub. This week at Aldi there will also be some more marvellous make-up on offer. Lacura's Perfect Skin Tint is a lightweight tinted moisturiser offering buildable coverage that evens skin tone. It is available in six shades varying from fair to dark and costs £3.99. Lacura Luminous Lip Oil, also £3.99, moisturises and nourishes lips, while leaving them full of shine. It comes in clear and cherry shades. And finally, Aldi's precise Sculpting Brow Gel and Pencil, which is £3.40, includes an ultra-fine, dual-ended tip to create precise, hair-like strokes and is available in light, medium and dark.
The Sun
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
‘One-stop wonder' beauty buy that costs £27.99 is being flogged in Home Bargains for £2 & shoppers will ‘buy several'
BEAUTY fans will need to get their shoes ready and head down to their nearest Home Bargains store as quickly as they can, as two pricey buys are now on shelves for less than £2. So if your purse is feeling tighter than ever before, but you don't want to scrimp on your skin and haircare routine, then you've come to the right place and will need to listen up. 4 4 Luckily for those strapped for cash, there's two Dr. Lipp products which are now only £1.99 at Home Bargains - yes, you heard that correctly. One savvy shopper was gobsmacked to see the cult buys in her local Home Bargains and eagerly raced to social media to alert others. Posting on BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More, a public Facebook group with 866,400 members, Charlotte Taylor shared a snap of her finds. Alongside this, she wrote: 'Dr. Lipp products in Home Bargains! £1.99 each.' Not only did Charlotte spot the Dr. Lipp All Ways, but she also found the Dr. Lipp Before n' After too. The Dr. Lipp All Ways, which normally retails at £25.99, is a make-up remover, cleanser, body wash and shampoo. It's been hailed by those at Dr. Lipp as the 'Swiss Army Knife of cleansers.' As well as this, according to the product description, it's the skincare equivalent of 'that cool kid at school who was really fun but also a shameless overachiever.' And not only is it 'fragrance-free, comforting and luscious," but it can be used on all skin types, for the hair and the face. Meanwhile, the Dr. Lipp Before n' After, which normally sets shoppers back £27.99, is an 'all-over moisturise' buy that can be used on the hair, face and body. It works as a hair mask and conditioner, as well as a lotion. According to those at Dr. Lipp, it is 'smoother than James Bond at an awards party' and is 'lightweight and versatile.' It's won 'more than 11 industry accolades for its remarkable results' and is 'gentle, fragrance-free and non-sticky.' Not only this, but it's also been hailed as 'universal and all-inclusive', as well as being a 'one-stop wonder' to condition both skin and hair. Facebook users were stunned to see the iconic buys at such a purse-friendly price and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this. One person said: 'I need to close my eyes, otherwise I will buy several.' Meanwhile, in disbelief at the £26 saving, another asked: ' Dupes?' To this, Charlotte wrote back and confirmed: 'No they're real ones, I put the website price on.' Top beauty trends for 2025 Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025. Haircare Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment. Hair glosses are multifunctional, as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025's core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up. 2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments. Skincare Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance their skin's appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. 'Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to achieve a flawless, youthful complexion. Skincare will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine. Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving make-up and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant. Make-up Make-up trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin. Make-up looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks. Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect. Nails 2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
The Sun
21-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Shoppers are rushing to Boots to bag bumper box of Benefit makeup for just £17 – and it includes a £25 mascara
BEAUTY fans should sharpen their elbows as shoppers are racing to Boots for a Benefit bargain. Taking to the Facebook group Extreme Couponing & Bargains UK one woman revealed how she got five posh Benefit products for just £17.25. 2 2 The lucky shopper picked up the Benefit Most Loved gift set which normally retails for £34.50 and includes £96 worth of products. The pretty pink tin includes Bad Gal Bang! mascara, the Pore-fessional primer, Hoola bronzer, benetint lip and cheek tint as well as the 24 hour brow setter. Captioning her post the makeup fan wrote: 'A bit of a bargain in Boots today, Benefit collection, reduced to £17.25, the mascara is £27 on its own! 'It has the full size mascara, full size lip stain, mini brow gel, mini pore primer and mini bronzer.' Fellow shoppers were quick to like the post, eager to get the hands on the bargain for themselves. And it isn't the only way you can save in Boots. A finance expert has shared that there is an easy hack many people can do next time they are in store. She shared how women should not be tempted to 'pay more for pink packaging.' In a clip on her @thefinancegurl account, she shared how she wanted to stock up on her favourite Hyaluronic Acid Moisturiser from Boots. She explained: 'It costs £5.40 for the 30ml bottle but if you head over to the men's skincare section you can get exactly the same product for way cheaper. British skincare brand sold in Boots launches 50% off sale as it prepares to close down this month 'This one costs £2.50 for 50ml of product so you're actually getting more product for half the price. 'When you compare the ingredients side by side they are identical. 'Nothing is different apart from the fact that one is in green packaging and one is in pink packaging.' She advised when you are shopping for toiletries that it is worth checking if the men's section has a cheaper alternative as 'pink tax' is 'very real.' What are the best Aldi beauty dupes? ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness. Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews: Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi's £18) Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It's a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic. Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea's £10) Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie's £292) Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle's £17.50) Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox's £26) Lacura Miracle Cream Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden's £28) Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh's £52) Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow's £42) Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder's £34) Lacura Tinted Lip Oils Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty's £20)
The Wire
18-07-2025
- Business
- The Wire
The Estée Lauder Companies' New Incubation Ventures Launches Fourth Edition of BEAUTY&YOU India
BEAUTY&YOU India returns with launch partner Nykaa, the Government of India's Startup India, and a new Visionary Women's Award to fuel beauty innovation in dynamic Indian market. Mumbai, Maharashtra, India – Business Wire India The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) (ELC) today announced the launch of the fourth edition of BEAUTY&YOU India, an initiative designed to discover and propel the next generation of India-focused beauty entrepreneurs. Created by New Incubation Ventures, the company's early-stage investment and incubation arm, the program offers financial support and industry expertise to entrepreneurs shaping the future of skin care, makeup, hair care, and fragrance in India. Under the theme Beauty Frontiers, the program celebrates bold ideas and the emerging talent reimagining the future of beauty in India. Applications are now open through August 24, 2025, at Nykaa, the pioneer of India's beauty revolution, returns this year as lead partner, reaffirming its role as the driving force behind the country's evolving beauty narrative. Over the past decade, Nykaa has redefined how India discovers, experiences, and embraces beauty, while playing a pivotal role in spotlighting Indian beauty on the global stage. This year's program also features Startup India following the launch of its partnership with ELC through a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) – the first-of-its-kind between a global beauty company and Startup India. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting Indian entrepreneurs and women-founded startups. Link- Advancing Innovation & Entrepreneurship in India Nadine Graf, President, Europe, UK & Ireland, and Emerging Markets, The Estée Lauder Companies, said: 'India continues to inspire—not only as a dynamic beauty market, but as a global force for innovation and bold entrepreneurship. Through BEAUTY&YOU India, we have seen firsthand how ideas rooted in culture and courage can shape the future of beauty. This year, I am especially proud that the program will launch a new Visionary Women's Award—a tribute to the ambition, ingenuity, and leadership of women founders. Supporting them is more than an opportunity: it's a responsibility we embrace with purpose.' Shri Sanjiv Singh, Joint Secretary, DPIIT, said: 'Our collaboration with The Estée Lauder Companies underscores the role of public-private partnerships in advancing innovation and strengthening India's startup ecosystem. Building on the program's success, we are pleased to extend Startup India's support to BEAUTY&YOU India 2025 and help create new opportunities for emerging entrepreneurs.' Shaping India's Beauty Ecosystem Falguni Nayar, Executive Chairperson, MD & CEO of Nykaa, commented: 'At Nykaa, we've spent over a decade shaping India's beauty ecosystem, from discovery to distribution, and from consumers to creators. As lead partner for BEAUTY&YOU India 2025, we are proud to extend that ecosystem to early-stage founders through a program designed to transform bold ideas into scalable, future-facing brands. In collaboration with The Estée Lauder Companies, this initiative offers the resources, network, and credibility needed to empower the next generation of beauty entrepreneurs.' Rohan Vaziralli, General Manager, The Estée Lauder Companies, India, added: 'BEAUTY&YOU India reflects our ambition to not just participate in, but actively shape the future of beauty in India. With the support of Startup India and DPIIT, this platform has become a national engine for beauty entrepreneurship—grounded in cultural insight, commercial potential, and inclusive innovation.' Expanded Prize Program & New Visionary Women's Award Winners will receive financial support from a prize pool of up to $500,000 and earn recognition across four award categories: • GROW: Best in-market beauty brands. • IMAGINE: Best pre-launch beauty concepts. • BREAKTHROUGH: Leading innovations in beauty, such as new product technologies and business model innovations such as ingredients, AI, and sustainability. • VISIONARY WOMEN'S AWARD: Inspired by ELC's legacy as a beauty company founded by a trailblazing woman, this award, new in 2025 and presented with Startup India, will recognize the innovation and impact of outstanding women entrepreneurs. Along with monetary awards, winners receive support and promotion, including: • One-on-one mentorship from global beauty and business leaders. • Brand-building and distribution support through Nykaa's powerful ecosystem, spanning discovery, consumer insights, digital amplification, omnichannel presence, and access to its extensive network. • National visibility and strategic opportunities through Startup India, including participation in Startup Mahakumbh, the world's largest startup event. BEAUTY&YOU India 2025 seeks applicants whose deep cultural insights and use of new technologies or formulations meet the evolving needs of Indian beauty consumers. Since its launch in 2022, the program has become a powerful platform—receiving more than 1,500 applications from 150 cities in India and around the world, with the majority from women entrepreneurs. Finalists for this year's program will be announced in September and invited to present their concepts to a panel of industry experts this October in Mumbai. The Estée Lauder Companies is a leading prestige beauty company in India. Over the past 20 years, ELC has launched 14 brands locally across makeup, skin care, hair care, and fragrance. The company is committed to supporting rising brands, businesses, and talent in India through innovative programs and its strategic investment in Mountain Valley Springs India Private Limited, the parent company of Forest Essentials, India's foremost luxury Ayurvedic skin care brand. Through BEAUTY&YOU India, ELC, and partners including Nykaa and Startup India, continues to champion innovation, elevate entrepreneurship, and shape the future of beauty. To View the Image, Click on the Link Below: BEAUTY&YOU 2025 (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with Business Wire India and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.).
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Beauty fans can buy Charlotte Tilbury ‘copies' they say are ‘identical' for under £15 as viral Ausssie brand lands in UK
BEAUTY lovers, brace yourselves because one of TikTok's favourite brands has finally landed in the UK. Australia's number one cult cosmetics line, MCoBeauty, has just launched exclusively at Superdrug, and fans are already going wild for it. The buzzy brand has made waves down under thanks to its high-performance formulas, luxury-style packaging, and viral status, all without the sky-high price tag. Everything is under £15, and shoppers are already comparing many of the products to luxury favourites from Charlotte Tilbury, Dior, Glow Recipe and more. Flawless Glow The Charlotte Tilbury Flawless Filter costs £39 The MCoBeauty Flawless Glow costs £13 Beauty fans have compared Flawless Glow to Charlotte Tilbury's Flawless Filter, which costs £39. Packed with light-reflecting pigments, this illuminating base gives a soft-focus glow without the hefty price tag, saving shoppers £26. Cream Lipstick The Creme Matte Luxe Lipstick in shade Cheeky Chat has been hailed as a near match for Charlotte Tilbury's Pillow Talk lipstick, which retails for £29. That's a £19.50 saving for a similar velvety pink finish. Pressed Powder 12 The Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder costs £39 The MCoBeauty Miracle Flawless Pressed Powder costs £10 MCoBeauty's Miracle Flawless Pressed Powder offers a silky, blurring effect that rivals Charlotte Tilbury's Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder, which sells for £39. Switching to MCoBeauty saves you £29. The brand also offers a Miracle Flawless Setting Spray for £10, compared to Charlotte's £30 setting mist, which is another £20 saved. Bronzing Drops The Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Bronzing Drops cost £34 The MCoBeauty Super Glow Bronzing Drops cost £10 The Super Glow Bronzing Drops are one of the brand's most talked-about products. Beauty fans have compared them to Drunk Elephant's D-Bronzi drops, which cost £34. TikTok users have called the MCoBeauty version 'unreal', and at £24 cheaper, it's a serious steal. Highlighter Wands The Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand Highlighter costs £30 The MCoBeauty Highlight & Glow Wand costs £12 The Highlight & Glow Beauty Wand offers a radiant shimmer similar to Charlotte Tilbury's cult highlighter and bronzer wands, which cost £30 each. Choosing MCoBeauty could save you £18 per product, or £36 if you buy both. Lip Liner The Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner in Pillow Talk costs £22 The MCoBeauty Perfect Pout Lip Liner costs £4.50 The Perfect Pout Lip Liner has been likened to the Pillow Talk Lip Cheat liner from Charlotte Tilbury, which costs £22. That's a saving of £17.50 for a precision finish in a similar nude-pink shade. Glow Serum The Hydrate and Glow Dew Serum is being praised as a brilliant alternative to Glow Recipe's Dew Drops, which retail at £22. You'd save £9 by making the swap. Fans have also drawn comparisons between MCoBeauty's Hydrate and Glow Ultra-Fine Mist and Glow Recipe's Watermelon Mist, which retails at £26. Lip Mask The Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask costs £21 The MCoBeauty Overnight Lip Mask costs £7 The Overnight Lip Mask from MCoBeauty is already gaining traction as a rival to the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, which costs £21. That's £14 saved for a nourishing, glossy finish. Cheek Stain The Benefit Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain costs £22 The MCoBeauty Cheek & Lip Tint costs £7.50 The Cheek and Lip Tint from MCoBeauty offers a sheer, rosy flush similar to Benefit's Benetint, which retails at £22. That's a £14.50 saving. Blush The Dior Backstage Rosy Glow Blush costs £35 The MCoBeauty Glow Up PH Power Blush costs £10 The Glow Up PH Power Blush is priced at £10 and delivers a personalised colour payoff just like Dior's Backstage Rosy Glow Blush, which comes in at £35. That's £25 saved for the same colour-changing effect. Refresh Spray The Milk Makeup Hydro Grip spray costs £35 The MCoBeauty Grip Spray costs £8 Finally, the brand's Grip Spray, priced at £8, is gaining popularity as a smart swap for Milk Makeup's Hydro Grip Spray which costs £35. That's £27 saved for a grippy, long-lasting base. Reddit users are already singing the brand's praises. One beauty lover wrote: 'This is the best thing to ever happen. They're genuinely good swaps, I love these so much.' With luxe textures, reliable results and under £15 price tags, MCoBeauty is shaping up to be Superdrug's biggest beauty launch of the year. And with this much glow on offer for less, there's no reason to splurge. Top beauty trends for 2025 Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025. Haircare Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment. Hair glosses are multifunctional, as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025's core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up. 2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments. Skincare Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance their skin's appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. 'Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to achieve a flawless, youthful complexion. Skincare will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine. Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving make-up and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant. Make-up Make-up trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin. Make-up looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks. Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect. Nails 2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
