This year’s must-have beauty buys

Who says that tanned and illuminated skin can’t be inspired by winter sun? The luxe-loving designer’s annual collection reminds us of crisp blue skies, blazing sunshine and rose-flushed faces at après-ski. This year’s curation includes Lip Slick, an oil rollerball infused with jojoba and coconut oil with a juicy tint of color (pick from four shades of berry), and the limited-edition Soleil Eye and Cheek Palette in Violet Argenté: four vibrant, shimmering eyeshadows, a highlighter and a warm blush to help you fake the effects of a sunny vacation all year round. There’s also a whipped cream with golden pearls that will give your skin a pretty glow, a duo of sheer pink blushes, and a skin-correcting, tinted SPF moisturizer. Mr Ford always delivers.

Created in the Japanese town of Kumano, where 80% of the country’s brushes are made, these bath-time essentials are so luxurious you will actually look forward to your daily body brush. The firm bristles are great for dry brushing to massage and stimulate circulation, while the softer brush can be lathered with soap for a more gentle buff.

Whether you need to revitalize a post-party complexion or have a week to prep for a big occasion, this five-piece masking set has everything you need to combat a multitude of skin concerns. We leave our sheet masks in the fridge for 15 minutes before applying makeup for an event – the cooling effect will firm and de-puff your skin even more.

That appealing name isn’t a misnomer. This complexion-boosting treatment from the globally renowned dermatologist plumps and revives dull, lackluster skin with a potent blend of Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and Purslane (known for its high concentration of multitasking Vitamin A). Apply a few drops in the morning and you can skip the highlighter altogether.

What is the secret to instantly glowing skin? Israel-based aesthetician Mimi Luzon (whom the Angels have on speed dial for pre-Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show treatments) has the answer: this little pot of gold. If the Instagram-worthy flecks of sparkling gold leaf aren’t enough to draw you in, maybe the illuminating skin benefits of it will. Simply sprinkle into any moisturizer to supercharge your daily regime: it tightens and smoothes wrinkles, improves blood circulation and stimulates cell renewal. It’s also the most luxurious addition to any bathroom shelf.

It’s official: 2017 was the year of matte liquid lips. But wet formulas are notoriously difficult to apply in one fell swoop. This is the 2018 update: these colorful crayons have the same creamy, matte finish of a liquid but are easy to apply, giving you enough control for a precise finish without a drying effect.

If you only buy one skincare staple, it should be this one – a powerful serum that harnesses 22 organic ingredients. This limited-edition, supersized bottle houses nutrient-rich essential oils to restore your skin’s balance and texture.

The RMS Beauty Living Luminizer is considered sacred by all beauty aficionados. Now, there’s a bigger, better version: Luminizer X Quad. Boasting four creamy highlighters in new shades, you can wear them alone for a natural highlight, blend them for a custom glow, or mix into foundation for extra luminosity.

LED Light Therapy is one of the most popular non-invasive treatments for instantly radiant skin, and this invention from NY-based dermatologist Dr Dennis Gross lets you do it yourself. The futuristic glasses use 72 LED lights to stimulate collagen production around the eye area, targeting fine lines and wrinkles. Use it for three minutes each day before bedtime – tests show visible results within a fortnight.