7 Beauty Essentials Team NET-A-PORTER Will Be Buying This Fall

Still going strong as the beauty buzzword to know, exosomes are the tiny sacks found between our cells that contain proteins, lipids, growth factors and DNA, boosting communication between cells. According to Dr. Barbara Sturm, they’re especially key for reducing inflammation and deliver incredible anti-aging benefits. Her Exoso-Metic Face Serum (there’s also an eye serum in the range) pairs lab-synthesized growth factors, which encourage skin renewal and repair processes, with powerhouse actives vitamins C and E, as well as botanical extracts to amplify the skin-firming, smoothing and brightening results. I’ll be adding both serums to my skincare arsenal this fall. Malena Harbers, beauty editor

Come fall, when layers of clothing mean less skin on show, I’m guilty of neglecting the skin below my neck. It is, however, still just as prone to being stripped of moisture (from hot baths, indoor heating, and wool and cashmere clothing), leaving it dry and flaky – which is where this rich and creamy body lotion comes in. It’s essentially the below-the-chin iteration of U Beauty’s Super Hydrator for the face, so if you’re already a fan of the original, expect softer, more supple limbs, a smoother skin texture and a healthy glow. Alice Casely-Hayford, content director

I’m an ardent fan of La Prairie’s original Skin Caviar Luxe Cream – it’s infused with special anti-aging caviar extracts that give nearly instant lifting, firming and tightening results, plus it was recently boosted with a unique type of caviar extract to help strengthen skin and slow the signs of aging even more. This fall, I’ll be adding the ‘Sheer’ version to my kit, too. The lighter texture is great for layering under makeup during the day, with zero slip or piling left behind. Gillian Brett, head of fashion content

With statement red lips trending this fall, Hermès Beauty’s lineup of ultra-luxe lipsticks – inspired by the fashion house’s iconic accessories – will get plenty of space in my makeup bag this season. For a bold take on evening glamour, I love Rouge Hermès Matte Lipstick in 68 Rouge Bleu, a vibrant magenta red, dabbed onto lips and diffused around the edges, or Rouge Hermès Satin in 85 Rouge H, a perfect-for-fall rich burgundy applied with the brand’s lip brush for ultimate precision. Hannah Lyons Powell, senior content strategist

Every cold-weather skincare regime needs one cure-all face cream to right the skin damage done by the onslaught of harsh elements (wind, lack of moisture and plummeting temperatures, for instance). Here’s where Eighth Day’s The Intensive Moisturizer is my go-to. It has a thick, velvety texture but is still surprisingly lightweight and won’t clog pores, even if you’re prone to breakouts. It banks on the brand’s signature peptide-rich plasma, developed by wound-healing expert Dr. Antony Nakhla, together with a slew of firming, hydrating and regenerating ingredients. Use it when your skin is feeling dry, dehydrated or irritated. It’s especially great as a post-treatment skin-soother that won’t leave a greasy or oily film behind. Rosie Jameson, senior buyer

When it comes to your cleansing routine, consider this powder exfoliator your finishing polish. It’s powered by papain enzymes (from papaya), which gently nibble away at dead skin cells and debris on the skin’s surface for a brighter, smoother canvas. A gentle AHA (from star anise) adds even more skin-sloughing power, while the brand’s signature NAC Y2 complex ensures skin stays calm and feels restored. This is one exfoliator that’s truly gentle enough to use daily and gives an instant complexion refresh – I love it as the second step in my nightly double-cleansing routine. Katie Berrington, senior editor

If you buy one beauty tool this season, make Lyma’s cult ‘cold’ laser the one – choose from the original or the supersized version (the lens is four times bigger to tackle the face faster, as well as cellulite and skin laxity below the neck). While it may not beep, flash or feel warm on the skin, this high-tech, science-backed and FDA-cleared tool works deep into the dermis to stimulate collagen, minimize pigmentation, and even treat thread veins. It takes commitment (initially daily use for at least 15 minutes), but be consistent and you will see the difference. The first thing I noticed was a definite upgrade in the quality and glow of my skin. MH

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