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Graziadaily
02-07-2025
- Health
- Graziadaily
I've only ever used expensive SPFs – until I found one that made my skin glow
Reader, I'll admit it. I'm an SPF snob. This, however, is for good reason, and allow me to explain why. As a beauty journalist I've swiped and swatched my way around my fair share of sunscreens. And one thing has become clear: not all have been made equally. After falling in love with Emma Lewisham's and Augustinus Bader's of late, a consistent theme remained. Spend more, get more. Yet I found myself getting through these products quickly. Really quickly. It makes sense, of course; SPF is a non-negotiable in the making of healthy skin. But when you're getting through a £60+ bottle more often than you're popping to your local Starbucks? Well, that's when having an affordable option wouldn't go amiss. This is where Simple Glow+ SPF 50 Invisible Fluid comes in. Priced at £12.99 but currently on sale for £8.66, here's why I believe it's a budget beauty buy to which it's worth paying attention. First and foremost, it protects against UVA and UVB damage. As well as that, there's niacinamide in there which is well known for its soothing, redness-reducing capabilities. Where things get really exciting is in the inclusion of Gluta-Amino, the brand's newest patented technology developed off the back of an impressive €3.2m Unilever investment. Designed to 'support the skin's natural production of its master antioxidant and detoxifier,' a study published in the Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology confirmed that it really works -increasing skin's glutathione levels, reducing free radicals and protecting against key environmental stressors including blue light and pollution. All well and good, but what does that really mean? Essentially, this SPF helps to protect skin from the harmful effects of UV, defend against damage cause by blue light and pollution and even help reverse existing damage. That means, if you already have dark spots and an uneven skin tone, this could be just the tonic. Plus, it's suited to all skin colours - no white cast to be seen. It's impressive stuff. 1. Simple Glow+ SPF50 Invisible UV Fluid Price: $8.66 (was £12.99) What Simple says: 'Meet Simple Invisible UV Fluid with SPF 50, a groundbreaking addition to your skin care routine that redefines high UVA/UVB sun protection and radiance. Powered by Gluta-Amino™* and niacinamide, this advanced formula helps protect your skin against UV-induced pigmentation while working to visibly reduce dark spots and even skin tone for a brighter, more luminous complexion.' What we know: Simple's new SPF contains Gluta-Amino, the brand's newest patented technology developed off the back of an impressive €3.2m investment by Unilever. Designed to 'support the skin's natural production of its master antioxidant and detoxifier,' a study published in the Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venerology confirmed that it really works- increasing skin's glutathione levels, reducing free radicals, and protecting against key environmental stressors including blue light and pollution. All well and good. But in basic terms? Essentially, this SPF helps to protect skin from the harmful effects of UV, defend skin against damage cause by blue light and pollution and even help reverse damage. Rachael Martin beauty director says: 'The formula is light and milky. It smooths onto my skin beautifully and leaves me with a veil of radiance. It's not sparkly at all, but definitely glowy. I'm an oily skinned gal - as the day goes on my t-zone is the first to betray me. Not with this though, it's non greasy, allowing for all the glow and non of the grease. I've been using this as my daily SPF throughout the heat wave and have been so impressed. It plays beautifully under make-up (almost acting like a primer) and, crucially, I haven't burnt once.' Pros Ideal for senstive skin Brimming with actives Perfume fre Cons 'I always ensure to give the tube a good shake - this is great for ensuring all the ingredients are mixed well with no separation. After applying my moisturiser, I'll take two finger lengths across my face and a third down my neck. Then, if I remember, I'll go in with a forth finger length across my décolletage. This may seem like a lot of product, and, to be honest, it probably is. But this is what dermatologists recommend, again reiterating the need for me to choose an affordable SPF. This is the final step in my morning skincare routine before I follow with make-up.' Rachael Martin, beauty director: 'A couple of months ago, Simple invited beauty editors on an overnight stay to celebrate a top secret launch. This top secret in question? The Simple Glow+ SPF 50 Invisible Fluid. The timing was perfect. The sun was shining and - uncharacteristically for the UK - has continued to do so ever since. Yet the thought of a new SPF doesn't fill me with instant joy. I have sensitive skin prone to blemishes and redness, so, as ever, was initially apprehensive about adding this to my routine. But after learning a bit more about the product I began to feel hopeful. 'Its ultra-lightweight and non-greasy, top dermatologist Dr Beibei Du-Harpur told me me. 'It's also been tested on sensitive skin, and is suited to all skin types.' Of course, in Dr Beibei Du-Harper I trust, and so the testing began. Let's begin with first impressions. Texture. The formula is light and milky. It smooths onto my skin beautifully and leaves me with a veil of radiance. It's not sparkly at all, but there's definite radiance to the formula. I'm an oily skinned gal- as the day goes on my t-zone is the first to betray me. Not with this though, it's non greasy, allowing for all the glow and non of the grease. I've been using this as my daily SPF throughout the heatwave and have been so impressed. It plays beautifully under make-up (acting like a primer) and, crucially, I haven't burnt once. And of course, the price is something to shout about. Coming in at £12.99 (and on sale for £8.66) it's a total beauty bargain and measures up to some of the more expensive SPFs I've tried this year. But what about damage reversal? My skin does look more even in tone and texture without make-up, and I think some of my dark spots of pigmentation have minimised - especially around my upper lip. After two months of testing the changes are subtle, but they are definitely there. Backed by clinically proven results, this SPF is not to be sniffed at. Where protection and damage reversal are concerned you'd be hard pressed to find something better. Especially for the price. Rachael Martin is Grazia's beauty director. Originally from Northern Ireland, she studied English Literature at Queen's University Belfast, before moving to London to pursue a career in magazine journalism. After interning at Stylist and Harper's Bazaar she dipped her toes into the world of beauty writing and never looked back. Now, at Grazia, you'll find her writing about beauty, health and wellbeing. Follow her on Instagram @
NZ Herald
10-06-2025
- Business
- NZ Herald
Introducing The 30 Viva Beauty Awards Winners 2025, As Voted For By You
Discover every winning brand, person and product from this year's Viva Beauty Awards 2025. 'Bigger, better and more beautiful than ever' was the tagline attached to this year's Viva Beauty Awards. And they were. Presented by Glow Lab, this year's Viva Beauty Awards received an overwhelming number of votes – no small feat considering the new timeframe for the awards meant we had little over six months between our inaugural launch to roll out the second instalment. Our mission has always been clear: to celebrate the people, products and processes that have made a significant impact on our local beauty industry. From the time-honoured classics to the next generation of category disruptors, the Viva Beauty Awards are a reflection of the best in the business of beauty. From high-performance skincare to suit every stage of life, through to signature scents that defy convention, this year's cohort of skin, body, hair, fragrance and makeup heroes look set to transform beauty rotations with their impressive formulas, modern textures and innovative blend of active ingredients. We were blown away by the industry's response when nominations opened on May 2, with hundreds of entries across the two-week nomination period. Our six expert judges had their work cut out to narrow down the finalists before we handed the baton over to you – our valued Viva readers – to crown the winners. In some cases, the difference between winner and runner-up came down to only a handful of votes – a few categories were incredibly close. To everyone who took the time to craft a nomination, sat on our judging panel, or cast their all-important vote at thank you. These awards would not be possible without you. Without further ado, discover all 30 winners from this year's Viva Beauty Awards below. Brand Founder Of The Year Winner: Emma Lewisham Massive congratulations for Emma Lewisham, who has been crowned the Brand Founder Of The Year in the Viva Beauty Awards for the second year running. The entrepreneur and founder of her eponymous beauty brand has had another stellar year in business, continuing to expand her reach in global markets spanning Australasia, the United States and Britain with her selection of evidence-backed, plant-based skincare. Emma continues to push the limits of possibility when it comes to formulations that are active yet natural, including the December 2024 SPF relaunch, which was eight years in the making. Unlike other SPF formulations, the Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF50 Mineral Face Creme was formulated to comply with strict Therapeutic Goods Administration and Food and Drug Administration certifications. It bridges the gap between sun protection and skincare by providing broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection with 20% zinc oxide while boosting skin longevity with ingredients that target collagen and glycosaminoglycan synthesis within the skin. Not to mention the sensorial element – a subtly tinted formulation that absorbs quickly into skin and won't leave a white cast (a tough ask for many mineral-based SPFs). This launch paved the way for two others to follow – an SPF 50 Mineral Body Creme and SPF50 Mineral Glow Serum, which was launched at Australian Fashion Week on the Beare Park runway last month. New Zealand Beauty Brand Of The Year Winner: Pure Mama Four years ago, frustrated by the lack of high-quality, pregnancy-safe products to help nurture her growing bump during her first pregnancy, Lara Christie sought to create her own. What culminated was Pure Mama and its line of pregnancy skincare, designed to help nourish expectant parents from their first trimester through to post-partum and beyond. Together with sister Yasmin Shepherd, Papamoa-based Lara has been dutifully building the brand, cementing partnerships locally with independent retailers and day spas including The Facialist and Hana, before expanding into the US with retailers including Erewhon, Nordstrom, Macy's, Revolve and Goop. Pure Mama's first-ever product, a belly and body oil, remains a best-seller today and gained the brand international attention when Kourtney Kardashian publicly endorsed the brand on her website, Poosh. In 2023, Pure Mama became one of the first brands Mecca onboarded to help establish its new Family Wellness pillar. Products aside, Pure Mama has used its social media platforms as a catalyst for change, fostering important conversations around pregnancy, surrogacy, adoption and birth. Runner-up: Emma Lewisham Innovation Award Winner: La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Few SPF products have amassed a cult following quite like La Roche-Posay's Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF50+, so it was with much surprise that the brand revealed it was reformulating the best-seller. The reimagined take on the original included an innovative new filter that targets longer wavelengths of UVA rays (which sit between 380 and 400 nanometres). Turns out, these longer wavelengths are the ones to be wary of, considering the depth at which they penetrate the epidermis can lead to free radical damage that impacts the skin's collagen stores and stimulates its pigment production, leading to sagging, wrinkling or dark spots. In response, La Roche-Posay carefully developed a filter, named Mexoryl 400, across 10 years to help defend against such rays. La Roche-Posay's patented technology launched across Europe, South America, Southeast Asia and South Africa in 2022, but only landed on our shores in late October 2024. Sustainability Award Winner: Ecostore Since 1993, Ecostore has been delivering its eco-friendly range of household cleaning products, laundry, body care, skincare, baby care and oral care to the world. Founders Malcolm and Melanie Rands wanted to extend their personal mission of living a clean, green lifestyle to all by building a range of refillable personal care and household products that were efficacious, but without any unnecessary chemical ingredients. What started with an Auckland-based flagship store in 1997 quickly expanded into supermarkets across the motu, before going global with launches in Australia and across Asia. The brand changed hands in 2013 and is now under the stewardship of Pablo Kraus, who steered it towards refreshed packaging crafted from renewable sugarcane, which promises a lower carbon footprint, not to mention being 100% recyclable. There are almost too many milestones to name across Ecostore's 32-year history – plastic return programmes, in-supermarket refill stations, and B Corp certifications included. Today, Ecostore products continue to be manufactured in Aotearoa at the brand's Toitu Net Carbonzero facility. Runner-up: Emma Lewisham Breakthrough Brand Of The Year Winner: Noody It's hard to miss Noody on the shelf, what with its brightly hued illustrations of characters dancing and cartwheeling their way off the tube. The all-natural children's skincare line is the second range founded by holistic skin expert Ashleigh Scott and husband Scott Glacken, following in the footsteps of The Facialist's efficacious selection of cleansers, serums, moisturisers and more. Noody first launched at the end of 2023 with a tight edit of three products that had been tested on Ashleigh and Scott's children to ensure safety and efficacy in treating skin conditions like eczema or sensitivity. Each plant-powered formulation harnesses the best of New Zealand native ingredients and prebiotics to make skin health top priority, soothing itchiness, irritation and redness – all without the need for steroids. The most recent addition to the range is Bedtime Bestie, a sleep support spray that can be applied to feet or backs to help lull little ones to sleep. Runner-up: Milou Beauty Makeup Artist Of The Year Winner: Gabrielle Houghton To say Gabrielle Houghton is booked and busy would be an understatement. The Hamilton-based makeup artist and educator specialises in luxury and destination weddings, often winging her way around the world to make over brides for one of the cornerstone moments of their lives. When she's not wielding a makeup brush at some of the world's most glamorous wedding destinations, she's bringing up the next generation of budding artists at the GH Makeup Academy with two intakes of four students annually to ensure quality of care and tailored feedback. More than just a masterclass, Gabrielle offers mentorship programmes and social media coaching modules to ensure budding artists are provided with all the tools they need to establish a successful career in the industry. And with more than a decade in the industry, she's developed long-standing relationships with her loyal clientele, having created makeup looks for special occasions, editorials, events, runway shows and more. Runner-up: Sarika Patel Hairstylist Of The Year Winner: Lauren Gunn, Colleen It seems only fitting to celebrate award-winning hairstylist Lauren Gunn as she prepares for the 10th anniversary of her Karangahape Rd salon, Colleen. In just shy of a decade, she's built a loyal clientele and attracted some of the city's top hairstyling talent to work alongside her at the basin, including fellow Hairstylist Of The Year 2025 nominee Sean Mahoney. She's worked on countless fashion campaigns and magazine editorials over the years (including an ultra-bright, Barbie-themed shoot in Viva with former fashion editor and creative director Dan Ahwa in 2023). Not only is Lauren known for her professionalism, creativity and technical execution, she's also one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. If you've had the pleasure of working with Lauren or been lucky enough to sit in her chair, it's likely not an experience you'll forget in a hurry. Beauty Therapist Of The Year Winner: Jordi Brooks, Caci She's been the shining star at Caci's Palmerston North clinic for more than nine years and now Jordi Brooks has taken out the top spot as Beauty Therapist Of The Year. Caci recognised Jordi's talent from more than 400 team members nationwide, nominating her in this year's Viva Beauty Awards for performing 2500 treatments in the last year alone (250 of which were advanced skin treatments). Her ongoing commitment to excellence in-clinic has seen her earn a net promoter score of 97 out of 100 (a measure of success conducted by Caci that factors in client feedback and satisfaction). 'Jordi consistently acts in the best interest of her clients by prioritising their needs, understanding their goals, and providing tailored solutions that align with their long-term skin care needs,' her nomination read. 'She takes the time to listen carefully to each customer's concerns, ensuring a deep understanding of their skincare goals and concerns. By offering honest, sound advice, Jordi helps customers make the right decisions that are best suited to their specific skincare journey.' Best Base Product Winner: Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup It's long been a makeup artist favourite and for good reason, Estee Lauder's cult-favourite foundation helps to even out skin tone and conceal imperfections with its buildable, medium-to-full coverage formulation that stays in place for up to 24 hours continuous wear. It's resistant to sweat, heat and humidity, promising a matte finish but without caking, streaking or settling into fine lines or pores. The best part? It's available in 60 shades in three different undertones (cool, neutral and warm), and is said to not appear ashy or grey on deep skin tones. Best Pop Of Colour Winner: Ashley & Co. Tint Me Lip Punch With Pink Beet A wash of pink can brighten up even the most grey winter days, and New Zealand beauty brand Ashley & Co. promises just that with its beeswax-based Tint Me Lip Punch. It's coloured with a hint of pink beet to lend a perfectly pinky tint to lips, while a blend of plant-based oils and flower extracts helps to nourish and hydrate pouts. Plus, it's subtly scented with a blend of vanilla, orange blossom, mandarin peel, citrus oil and almond to elevate the experience of smoothing on the balmy formula even further. Best In Glow Winner: MCo Beauty Super Glow Bronzing Drops Last year, Drunk Elephant's D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops was awarded runner-up in this category and now its dupe has won this year. Viral dupe brand MCo Beauty continues to democratise beauty by offering similar formulations to the original at a more accessible price point, which includes these Super Glow Bronzing Drops that lend a warm bronze tint to complexions. The multi-purpose skin tint can be worn over bare skin for a healthy glow or under makeup to help create a glowing canvas for the makeup steps to follow. Either way, we're happy to have saved some hard-earned cash in the process. Best For Lips Winner: Pure Fiji Lip Balm Pure Fiji has always done an excellent job of highlighting the unique ingredients found in the tropical island paradise, including dilo oil, which features heavily throughout the brand's range of scented body care. Its Lip Balm is no different – it contains a cocktail of coconut milk, dilo oil, macadamia oil, castor oil and beeswax to help hydrate and restore lips, leaving them feeling soft, comfortable and nourished once more. The fatty acids contained within these oils are known to help regenerate or repair dry or damaged lips, making it a must to smooth on during the drying winter months. Best For Lashes Or Brows Winner: Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara Taking out the top spot for the second year running is Maybelline New York's viral mascara, which is renowned for sending lashes skyward with its lengthening and volumising formula. The unique flex tower wand helps reach even the smallest lashes, promising even distribution of the bamboo extract-infused fibres from root to tip. Lashes appear full and fanned out, without flaking or smudging. Best For Cleansing Winner: CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser This wallet-friendly cleanser was awarded as runner-up in the Best For Cleansing category last year, so it's exciting to see CeraVe take out the top spot in 2025. The drug store favourite shines brightest during the second cleanse, helping to cleanse and hydrate skin all without interrupting the skin's delicate moisture barrier. It does so thanks to MVE technology, which helps maintain hydration levels in the skin for up to 24 hours (yes, please). The non-foaming formula is brimming with a blend of ceramides and hyaluronic acid, which attract moisture to the skin's surface and keep it there. Best For Hydration Winner: La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ A cure-all for cuticles, cracked, chapped or chafing skin, this multi-purpose hydrator helps to soothe a multitude of skin ailments. The therapeutic cream is said to offer relief from common skin conditions, including dermatitis and eczema, by supporting the natural skin barrier and locking in hydration. It does so thanks to key ingredients, including glycerin, centella asiatica, panthenol and shea butter, which work to restore and replenish thirsty skin. Best For Overnight Winner: CeraVe Renewing Night Cream The chemist brands continue their reign with CeraVe's regenerating night cream crowned the Best For Overnight. As with all products in the CeraVe range, this one is formulated with three essential ceramides and a peptide complex to help refresh a tired-looking complexion as you slumber, leaving it plump and firm-looking by morning. It harnesses the brand's MVE technology to support healthy moisture levels in the skin for 24 hours, alongside hyaluronic acid for barrier support and niacinamide to reduce redness. Best For Mature Skin Winner: Antipodes Jasmine Flower Menopause Facial Cream It's one of the newest products to land on shelves from New Zealand natural skincare brand Antipodes, but it's something the category has needed for some time. Formulated with the unique needs of menopausal skin in mind, this facial cream helps alleviate visible signs associated with menopause, including redness, severe dehydration, hormonal blemishes, fine lines and wrinkles. Designed to follow women from perimenopause to postmenopause, the hormone-free cream is formulated with known anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial ingredients, like organic oat extract and manuka honey, alongside peptides, fermented jasmine flowers and New Zealand avocado oil to envelop skin in silky, cooling moisture. Best SPF Winner: La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ Okay, we lied. There aren't 30 people, products or brands on this list – technically, there's only 29, because this clinically-proven sunscreen appears twice. It took out the top spot for the Innovation Award, but was also voted as the Best SPF for its dermatologically-tested formulation that's also non-greasy, suitable for sensitive skin and won't leave a white cast in its wake. The shake to activate technology helps dispense freshly blended invisible fluid every time, which is crafted with La Roche-Posay's signature Thermal Spring Water to help nourish skin, while protecting against the various wavelengths of UVA and UVB rays. Powered by Mexoryl 400, it helps defend against deep cell damage, prevent DNA lesions and pigmentation. Best Shampoo & Conditioner Duo Winner: CZE Hair Silk Wash & Silk Condition Two cornerstone products in CZE Hair's selection of Trico-Dermis beauty include Silk Wash and Silk Condition, the shampoo and conditioner duo that work double duty to strengthen and nourish hair. Silk Wash is enriched with a blend of vitamins and antioxidants that promote scalp and hair health – gently cleansing the scalp while strengthening and fortifying dry or damaged hair. Its companion product, Silk Condition, offers mid-lengths and ends a dose of nutrients and hydration to leave hair soft, silky and manageable. Runner-up: L'Oreal Professionel Metal Detox range Best For Your Scalp Winner: Kerastase Genesis Serum Weak, dry or damaged strands have met their match with Kerastase's anti-hair-fall serum, designed to help anchor hair at the scalp for minimised breakage or shedding while boosting hair health. The jelly-esque formula is enriched with aminexil, edelweiss native cells and ginger root to foster an optimum environment for hair growth, and is said to work its magic in as little as six weeks of continued use. It's also suitable for use on all hair types. Best Hairstyling Product Or Treatment Winner: Kerastase Nutritive 8H Night Repair Serum Another gold for Kerastase, recognised as the top hairstyling product or treatment for its Nutritive 8H Night Repair Serum. It's a fan favourite for a reason: smooth on this nourishing overnight hair serum before you sleep and allow the blend of iris root extract, niacinamide and five vitamins to help reverse daytime depletion. Not only will it detangle hair and boost manageability, but the hydrating formula penetrates deep within the hair fibre to restore hair to its soft, hydrated best over an eight-hour period. Best Hair Tool To Try Winner: Dyson Airstrait Rather than use extreme heat to tame strands, Dyson harnesses powerful, directional airflow to smooth hair – taking it from wet to naturally straight without compromising hair health. The Airstrait projects air downwards at a 45-degree angle, creating the tension needed to straighten hair leaving it smooth and shiny, with ample volume but zero frizz or flyaways. It's equally effective when used to refresh dry hair, helping straighten strands but keeping hair strength and colour intact. Runner-up: GHD Chronos Max Best Body Wash Winner: Pure Fiji Shower Gel Pure Fiji's selection of Shower Gels pair coconut milk with one of nine infusions – ranging from the moreish coconut milk and honey through to the zesty citrus of coconut lime blossom. Every pump bottle is loaded with natural coconut and sugar cane to gently cleanse the body, while skin-loving oils leave skin hydrated and nourished – never stripped or dry. Best Body Moisturiser Winner: Pure Fiji Hydrating Body Lotion It's a three-peat for Pure Fiji, which also takes out the top prize for its Hydrating Body Lotion in the Best Body Moisturiser category. In the same way that Pure Fiji's Shower Gel is available in a suite of infusions so, too, are its hydrating lotions. The award-winning formulation combines fresh coconut milk with cold-pressed virgin coconut, dilo, sikeci and macadamia oil with hyaluronic acid to not only leave skin hydrated, but boost firmness, elasticity and improve skin texture. Best For Hands And Nails Winner: Ashley & Co. Soothe Tube in Gone Green Treat hands on the go with Ashley & Co.'s non-greasy, no-nasties cream. It's brimming with essential oils, including organic borage oil, shea butter and camomile extract to help restore and soften dry or dehydrated hands and cuticles. The gently scented cream is fragranced with black tea, elemi, cedarwood, lemon citrus, patchouli and more, which lingers lightly on skin after application. Runner-up: Ecostore Vanilla Bean & Coconut Handwash Best Signature Scent Winner: Jo Malone London English Pear & Freesia Cologne It's the scent synonymous with pear orchards in springtime, and now Jo Malone London's iconic cologne is officially top of our list. The timeless floral highlights top notes of luscious King William pear, a floral heart of white freesia and rose, with rich, sensual base notes of quince, rhubarb, patchouli, amber and white musk. Not to mention it's perfect for layering with a fragrance from Jo Malone London's wardrobe of scents – Viva loves it paired with Peony & Blush Suede for a warming, floral element. Runner-up: YSL Black Opium EDP Best Home Fragrance Scent Winner: Diptyque Baies Candle It's easy to see why Diptyque's Baies Candle has been welcomed into Mecca's Hall Of Fame – the iconic home fragrance scent is a timeless take on berry with its juicy blend of vine-ripened blackcurrant berries and roses in bloom. It's available in five different sizes depending on the room you're scenting – a miniature 70g votive for small spaces, through to a 1.5kg extra large vessel with considerable scent throw. Baies has received more than 500 five-star reviews on Mecca's e-commerce site and the classic 190g size is often sold out in-store. Best Supermarket Buy Winner: Glow Lab Coconut & Sandalwood Body Wash Glow Lab's soothing blend of coconut and sandalwood has taken out the Best Supermarket Buy category for the second year in a row. This cosseting body wash is proving a go-to for busy household shoppers to add to cart during their milk and bread run. It's affordable yet effective – the New Zealand-made formulation contains shea butter and essential oils to hydrate and nourish, pro-vitamin B5 and betaine to strengthen the skin barrier, while vitamin E and argan oil defend against environmental damage, leaving skin soft and supple. Best For Your Handbag Winner: Burt's Bees Lip Balm in Strawberry Lemonade This category was easily the broadest of all, with a number of nominations spanning protein bars and facial sprays through to hand creams and lip balms. Burt's Bees was awarded for its strawberry lemonade-flavoured lip balm, which contains the brand's signature beeswax formula, said to moisturise and soften lips with just one swipe. Its summer-ready scent offers the perfect dose of escapism on grey winter days, too. Best In Wellbeing Winner: Pure Mama Magnesium Body Rub It's the peppermint-scented body rub that recently earned its spot on Goop's Wellness Edit, and now Pure Mama's Magnesium Body Rub has officially been crowned as the Best In Wellbeing on our list, too. Despite its moniker, the physio-approved formulation isn't solely reserved for aches and pains linked to pregnancy, but can be used by anyone to alleviate discomfort, aid muscle relaxation, support skin suppleness and promote deep sleep. It does so with its blend of magnesium and SyriCalm, and can be easily massaged into skin to ease cramping, carpel tunnel, joint pain or muscle tension. CREDITS Photographer | Guy Coombes Fashion and creative director | Dan Ahwa Beauty editor | Ashleigh Cometti Hair and makeup | Leisa Welch Models | Shangdi Sun and Alaina Grainger from Unique Models; Yali Cottan from Super MGMT. With special thanks to Season Gallery.
Graziadaily
27-05-2025
- Health
- Graziadaily
This SPF Gives Me A Golden Glow – It's The Best I've Tried Out Of Hundreds
Emma Lewisham is a long time favourite on the Grazia beauty desk. Beauty director Annie Vischer swears by the the eye cream, while acting beauty director Verity Clark was a slave to the Supernatural Elixir. The first product I tried from the brand? That would be the Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Face Crème, £46. It's the best I've used. This is high praise, given I'm an SPF snob. And while there's been a couple of others I've loved of late (the La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVAir is amazing for hydration and Augustinus Bader's The Sunscreen SPF50is a skin soothing delight) it's Emma Lewisham's that has remained my favourite. It's no wonder - Lewisham is well known for her efficacious yet luxurious formulas that yield real results. Here, glow is guaranteed. So imagine my thrill (and surprise) when yet another SPF from the brand landed on my desk. Suited to all skin types, the Emma Lewisham Skinceutical SPF 50 is a mineral sunscreen that protects against UV and UVA rays. It also imparts a gorgeous, glowing radiance atop of skin thanks to the beautiful, bronzed tint from within the formula - this promotes a more even skin tone. It's good for bolstering skin in the long run, too. Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, pongomia pinnata seed extract and zinc oxide are known for their moisturising and protecting prowess. Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Glow Serum What Emma Lewisham says: 'Protect the skin from UVA and UVB rays with Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Glow Serum, a mineral sunscreen that helps give skin a more radiant look. Working to improve the appearance of fine lines, this sunscreen serum helps to promote more even-toned skin. It imparts a bronzing glow for fair to light skin, a subtle tint for medium skin, and a highlighting effect for deep complexions.' What we know: Promising no white-cast, this bronze tinted SPF is suited to all skin types and tones. Apply daily for broad-spectrum mineral protection from UVA and UVB rays and to help protect against daily environmental stressors.' Rachael Martin, beauty editor says: 'For an efficacious facial sunscreen that oozes luxury consider this your new go to. It's featherlight, is beautiful to apply and plays perfectly under make-up. Plus, it leaves behind a beautiful, golden glow that could be from the sun. Only you know you're well, and truly protected.' Pros Suited to all skin types Refillable jar Dermatologically tested Cons I use this as the final step in my morning skincare routine. I shake the tub to ensure the formulation is adequately mixed. I then sweep two pumps across my face before following with a third down my neck. As ever, liberal application is a must to ensure optimum protection - experts recommend two finger lengths for the full face. I also apply this atop of my make-up for added glow - the finish is much like a liquid bronzer. I've been testing this one for the past three weeks. Honestly, I'd not usually write a review after such a short amount of time. Where skincare is concerned, I prefer to test for around three months. That said, I'm keen to share my thoughts so far for two reasons. Firstly, the weather is (at the time of writing!) nice - so there's no better time to buy an SPF. And secondly, I suspect this one may sell out. The fact I've come to this conclusion after a mere three weeks of testing? Well, I'm as impressed as you are. I have sensitive, oily skin, and I'd know within days if my skin was going to react adversely - I'd typically develop small, white heads. I've had no problems with this one and my skin actually looks more radiant than in has done in quite some time. Rachael Martin beauty editor says: 'As with the original Emma Lewisham SPF the colour is the first thing I notice. While that one erred on the side of pink, this one takes on a bronze tone. Texture wise it's light and silky - there's no stickiness at all, and it doesn't leave behind tackiness when smoothed across my skin. The first time I apply my complexion turns red. This is normal for me - anything that gets the blood flowing makes the underlying ruddiness come through. Within a few minutes, though, the redness has settled revealing a sheer, subtle glow. It's not quite as pigmented as a fake tan would be. Instead, it's much more subtle - a barely there veil of gold that manages to works wonders when it comes to levelling out my blotchy skin tone. There's no coverage - my blemishes are still very much there, but my skin does look more even overall. And for those who hate sparkle? Never fear. This is more of a glisten as opposed to a mega-watt sheen. It wears well under make-up and sits beautifully on top of it. My oily skin isn't left looking greasy, just glowy - it really hits that sweet spot. As with all Emma Lewisham products it's the price that gets me - it's a heavy hit. But the results, I think, assure me it's money worth spending. 'For an efficacious facial sunscreen that oozes luxury consider this your new go to. It's featherlight, is beautiful to apply and plays perfectly both over and under make-up. Plus, it leaves behind a beautiful, golden glow that could just be from the sun. I won't tell if you won't.' Rachael Martin is Grazia's Beauty Editor. Originally from Northern Ireland, she studied English Literature at Queen's University Belfast, before moving to London to pursue a career in magazine journalism. After interning at Stylist and Harper's Bazaar she dipped her toes into the world of beauty writing and never looked back. Rachael became Style Writer for heat! magazine before going onto work as Digital Writer for Boots Health and Beauty. Her special interests include fragrance (rose based scents have her at hello), new skincare innovations, and copious cups of tea. Now, at Grazia, you'll find her writing about beauty, health and wellbeing. Follow her on Instagram @
NZ Herald
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Viva Beauty Awards 2025: Discover The Full List Of Finalists & Vote For Your Favourites Now
Our expert judges have decided the finalists across all 30 categories, now it's over to you to crown the winners. Now in its second year, the Viva Beauty Awards 2025, presented by Glow Lab, shines a spotlight on those who uplift the beauty industry on a local and international scale. From the beloved beauty stalwarts who have been around for decades, to the category disruptors who breathe new life into the industry, these awards serve to recognise and celebrate the top products, people and practices across both beauty and wellness that continue to put Aotearoa on the map. To say this year's awards have levelled up would be an understatement. In little over two weeks, Viva received a staggering amount of nominations – more than double the number received in 2024. Not to mention an improved calibre of submissions that highlighted the impetus of the many brands, agencies and founders who entered. After the nomination phase ended on May 2, the judging panel snapped into gear – methodically working their way through nominations across all 30 categories to determine the finalists. Judges Lucy Slight (beauty and lifestyle journalist), Stacey Fraser (cosmetic chemist and Design Practice Teaching Fellow at the University of Canterbury), Danny Pato (award-winning hairstylist and co-founder of D&M Hair Design), Sarika Patel (freelance makeup artist and shade matching expert), Jane Joo (beauty influencer and content creator), and Ashleigh Cometti (Viva beauty editor) pored over entries and offered their honest feedback. In many cases, some submissions were so strong our ratings were tied, so in many of the categories below you'll see more than five finalists. Now it's time to have your say. Voting is open now until May 28. Discover our finalists across all 30 categories below, and scroll to the bottom of the page to cast your all-important vote. It'll only take you five minutes (promise). Plus, everyone who votes is automatically entered into the Glow Lab prize draw, with a chance to win 1 of 3 Glow Lab prize packs, valued at $200 each. Terms and conditions apply. Keep your eyes fixed on for updates, and be sure to pick up your copy of Viva inside the New Zealand Herald on June 11, where we'll reveal the full list of Beauty Awards 2025 winners. Brand Founder Of The Year Tanne Snowden, Tronque Rodney Wayne, Rodney Wayne Lara Henderson, Pure Mama Jackie Smith, Caci Katey Mandy, Raaie Frances Shoemack, Abel Emma Lewisham, Emma Lewisham Chloe Zara Munro, CZE Hair Innovation Award Dulese Natural Deodorant Noody Calm Balm Prologic Probiome Serum Abel The Apartment EDP CZE Hair Trico-Dermis Beauty La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ YSL Libre L'Eau Nue Dyson New Zealand Beauty Brand Of The Year Pure Mama Raaie CZE Hair Antipodes Emma Lewisham Embodyme Sustainability Award Emma Lewisham Aleph Beauty Lush Kaea Skincare Abel Ecostore Breakthrough Brand Of The Year Milou Beauty Noody Bonnie Melitta Skincare Bowie Makeup Artist Of The Year Gabrielle Houghton Sarika Patel Kiekie Stanners Liz Hyun Lochie Stonehouse Hairstylist Of The Year Sean Mahoney, Colleen Lauren Gunn, Colleen Newton Cook, Rodney Wayne Kelly Manu, UNA Danny Pato, D&M Hair Design Beauty Therapist Of The Year Bex Hunt, Saint Beauty Emma Hughes, Saint Beauty Adrienne McDermid, Beauty Pod Jordi Brooks, Caci Isa Varga, Numa Skin Club Caitlin Fredericks, SO/Spa Best Base Product Guerlain Terracotta Le Teint Healthy Glow Natural Perfection Foundation Jane Iredale PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Makeup Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation YSL All Hours Foundation Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation Best Pop Of Colour Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Lip & Cheek Tint Karen Murrell Lipstick in Magenta Moon Clinique Pop Lip + Cheek Oil in Black Honey Ashley & Co. Tint Me Lip Punch with Pink Beet Youngblood VividLuxe Blush Stick Best In Glow Hermes Plein Air Radiant Glow Powder L'Oreal Paris Lumi Glotion Bobbi Brown Highlighting Powder Jane Iredale Glow Time Blush Sticks MCo Beauty Super Glow Bronzing Drops Best For Lips The Ordinary Squalane + Amino Acids Lip Balm Hermes Rosy Lip Glossy Enhancer in Rose Confetti Karen Murrell Moisture Stick Pure Fiji Lip Balm YSL Loveshine Lipstick Best For Lashes Or Brows Lily Lolo Big Lash Mascara The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara MCo Beauty Xtendlash Tubing Mascara LiLash Purified Eyelash Serum RevitaLash Advanced Lash Conditioner Best For Cleansing The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser Raaie Golden Nectar Manuka Honey Enzyme Cleanser Glow Lab Ceramides Oil Cleanser CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser La Roche Posay Effaclar+ M Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser Maryse Enzyme Refine Cleansing Balm Best For Hydration The Facialist Perfect Cream Raaie Cocoon Ceramide Cream TWYG Revive & Brighten Antioxidant Facial Serum La Roche Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Emma Lewisham Supernatural Face Creme Riche Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream Best For Overnight Mukti Organics Queen Of The Night Creme Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair PowerFoil Mask Tailor Restore CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream Best For Mature Skin Veletta Youthful Glow Intensive Hydrating Treatment Antipodes Jasmine Flower Menopause Facial Cream Osmosis Renew MD Environ 3DSynerge Filler Creme Elizabeth Arden Prevage 3-in-1 Reset Serum Best SPF Raaie Sun Milk Drops SPF50+ Melitta Skin Glowguard Avene Sunsitive SPF50 range Image Skincare Daily Prevention Advanced Smartblend La Roche Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ CeraVe Sunscreen Face Lotion SPF50 Best Shampoo & Conditioner CZE Hair Silk Wash & Silk Condition Glow Lab Shine Shampoo & Conditioner Aveda NutriPlenish Light Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner L'Oreal Professionel Metal Detox range Essano Exper+ise Growth + Volume Volumising Shampoo & Conditioner Best For Your Scalp The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA for Scalp Act + Acre Cold Pressed Stem Cell Scalp Serum CZE Refine Scalp Serum Kerastase Genesis Serum Tangle Teezer Scalp Exfoliator and Massager Best Hair Styling Product Or Treatment Crown Affair Texturizing Air Mousse Garnier Fructis Hair Food Mask Matrix Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking Treatment Kerastase Nutritive 8H Night Repair Serum Dyson Chitosan Post-Style Cream Best Hair Tool To Try Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher & High Velocity Dryer Shark SmoothStyle Heated Comb Straightener & Smoother Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System Dyson Airstrait Ghd Chronos Best Body Wash Aesop Eleos Nourishing Body Cleanser Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench Shower Oil Ashley & Co. Wash Up All-Over in Tui & Kahili Pure Fiji Shower Gel Essano Blood Orange Body Wash Best Body Moisturiser Tronque Triple Action Body Milk Bonnie Glow Gradual Tan Mixa Urea Repair+ Body Milk Pure Fiji Hydrating Body Lotion Kiehl's Ultra Body Mega Moisture Squalane Cream Embodyme Nurturing Body Oil Best For Hands & Nails Soap & Glory Original Pink Hand Food Mixa Urea Cica Repair+ Hand Balm Paume All-in-One Cuticle & Nail Cream Ashley & Co. Soothe Tube in Gone Green Ecostore Vanilla Bean & Coconut Handwash Best Signature Scent Abel The Apartment EDP Tom Ford Ombre Leather EDP Maison Francis Kurkdijan Baccarat Rouge 540 EDP Jo Malone London English Pear & Freesia EDP YSL Black Opium Best Home Fragrance Scent Ashley & Co. Bonberry Waxed Perfume Becca Project Toffee Candle Diptyque Baies Candle The Virtue Castro Boxed Incense Circa Mandarin & Neroli Alchemy Outdoor Candle Ecoya Plug-In Diffuser & French Pear Fragrance Flask Best Supermarket Buy Glow Lab Coconut & Sandalwood Body Wash L'Oreal Paris Magic Retouch Root Concealer Spray MCo Beauty Xtend Lash Essano Vitamin C Brightening Micro Dart Patches Ecostore Vanilla Bean & Coconut Handwash Best For Your Handbag No Bad Days Himalayan Pink Salt Facial Spray Betty Bars Gisou Honey Infused Lip Oil Burt's Bees Lip Balm in Strawberry Lemonade Nu Butter Best In Wellbeing Nomu Matcha Noody Bedtime Bestie Two Islands Electrolyte^4 Pure Mama Magnesium Body Rub Honuka Liposomal 1000 Vitamin C + D3 Manuka Honey Blend Snaps Bhone Beauty CREDITS Photographer | Guy Coombes Fashion and creative director | Dan Ahwa Beauty editor | Ashleigh Cometti Hair and makeup | Leisa Welch Models | Shangdi Sun and Alaina Grainger from Unique Models; Yali Cottan from Super MGMT.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What's new beautiful? The expert's guide to this week's best beauty
March has shaped up as a pivotal period for beauty enthusiasts to update their routines, as the world's biggest brands have continued to roll out a steady stream of showstopper innovation to kick start the spring season. As the month draws to a close, here are the most exciting and noteworthy drops of this week. I caught up with Emma Lewisham last Wednesday, as she nipped over from New Zealand for a whistle-stop UK business trip. It's always a joy to hear her latest thoughts on the beauty industry and all that's new in skincare. She explained that this mineral sun cream is her most ambitious (and by all accounts challenging), innovation yet. No less than eight years in the making, it incorporates 65% skincare benefits - so you can do away with your moisturiser should you wish - and features an advanced dispersion technology to evenly distribute its 20% zinc oxide content and prevent the chalkiness and white cast associated with mineral sunscreens. £46 ( Armani Beauty makeup formulas are cult favourites for their luxurious textures which translate into cool, modern makeup looks, and this new mascara is no exception. With a silky smooth, smudge-proof formula, and clever super-fine brush it scoops up, separates and stretches out each and every lash for sculpted, clump-free definition and up to 5mm extra length. £30 ( Warmer times are coming, but if you are still struggling with tricky, transeasonal skin then do consider these new drops from Barbara Sturm. Formulated with skin-identical ceramides derived from natural Oat Lipids, Argan, Evening Primrose and Sweet Almond Oils, plus Phytosqualine, it works to strengthen and revitalise the skin barrier. £125 ( Zara's hair styling range is formulated and designed by the global hairstyling and backstage runway royalty that is Guido Palau. Responsible for producing much of the most influential hair in fashion over the last decades, Palau is an omniscient backstage presence at the world's biggest runways, while his work features on the covers of every global fashion glossy. Part of a new capsule curl collection, this excellent finishing serum enhances curl definition, while softening hair mid-lengths and ends without weighing them down. £15.99 ( Givenchy Parfums has announced Alpine's F1 racer Pierre Gasly as front-man of their new Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum Ambrée. 'It makes me feel great,' he told Madeleine Spencer for The London Standard last week. 'It also has a nice touch of sensuality to it, so I think it's very well rounded. I wear it morning and night, putting it on after training everyday, and right before bed because I like to smell good when I get into bed.' Expect Vetiver, Peruvian Balsam and Madagascan Vanilla in this heady, opulent and addictive spritz. From £85 for 60ml at
