New year, new beauty obsessions!
As we kicked off January, we dove headfirst into testing the latest and greatest in haircare, skincare, and makeup to find the products worth adding to your routine. From age defining serums to dreamy hair treatments, these are the standout gems that had us swooning all month long.
Ready to refresh your beauty bag? Here’s everything we tried, loved, and can’t stop raving about this January.
Goop Hydra Barrier Gel Lip Gloss in Spice
$60
Say hello to a lip gloss that does it all—and then some. This plush, ultra-hydrating gel-gloss combines the shine of a gloss with the care of a treatment, wrapping your lips in a luxurious layer of barrier-supporting skincare ingredients. It delivers instant and long-lasting hydration while doubling as a gloss, balm, plumper, mask, and oil. Available in six universally flattering sheer shades with a subtle hint of grapefruit, it cushions your lips with nourishing shine and effortless glamour in just one swipe.
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Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Face Crème
$85
Skincare meets suncare in this luxurious facial sunscreen, offering broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection with 20% Zinc Oxide for mineral-based UVA and UVB defence. Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50 Mineral Face Crème combines advanced skincare benefits with sun protection, featuring Niacinamide to brighten, Biopeptides to support skin vitality, and Saccharide Isomerate for deep hydration. Its lightweight, satin-finish formula is non-whitening and perfect for everyday wear, seamlessly layering under makeup.
Dermatologically tested and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, this TGA and FDA-registered sunscreen helps prevent premature ageing and sunspots when used with other sun protection. With 100% mineral sun actives, this SPF 50 formulation provides powerful protection while leaving your skin looking supple and luminous.
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Benefit Cosmetics Mighty Fine Brow Pen
$51
Meet the Mighty Fine Brow Pen, your new secret weapon for effortlessly full, defined arches. With ultra-precise 0.1 mm triple-tip brush technology (yes, thinner than a piece of paper!), this pen mimics natural brow hairs in just one flick. Its rich colour payoff and 24-hour* long-wear formula keep your brows looking flawless from morning coffee to late-night plans. Just shake, flick, and voilà—your mighty fine moment awaits!
Packed with the power of three superfine strokes in every swipe, this brow pen is a game-changer for filling in sparse areas with ease. Bonus: It’s been rigorously tested, with 99% of users agreeing it works like a charm to create defined, full brows. Pro tip? Wipe the brush tips across a clean tissue occasionally to keep them sharp and ready for action. Go on, channel your inner brow boss—this pen was made for it!
Shop online and in stores at Sephora NOW!
Act+Acre 4% Niacinamide Scalp Serum 65ml
$127
Keep excess oil in check with this daily pH-balanced leave-on scalp serum, crafted to help you go longer between washes! GAME CHANGER BABE!
By rebalancing your scalp’s pH, it tackles oil production at the source, helping to reduce buildup and grease over time. With consistent use, it stabilises the scalp, leaving it fresher, less oily, and ready to handle more good hair days.
Simply apply on wash day to control oil production and extend the time between washes. Continue using daily or between washes for optimal results. Gently massage into the scalp and leave it on. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly.
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Ashley & Co Everyday Easies Bundle
$35
Beautifully curated and ready to gift, Everyday Easies is the ultimate collection of go-to essentials designed for daily use.
This thoughtfully crafted set includes the nourishing Soothe Tube, enriched with Chamomile and Vitamin E to deeply hydrate dry hands and cuticles, all while delivering the captivating floral notes of Blossom & Gilt. Pair it with Lip Punch, a buttery balm infused with natural Pink Beet pigment to brighten your smile with a soft, rosy hue.
Set Includes: Blossom & Gilt Soothe Tube, Lip Punch with Pink Beet
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Mesoestetic Age Element Range
Age Element Firming Cream, $136 – Say hello to smoother, lifted skin with this game-changing cream for your face, neck, and décolletage. Packed with collagen-boosting and elastin-enhancing ingredients, it fights flaccidity while protecting your skin’s structure. The result? Tighter, more defined features and a confident, glowing look.
Age Element Anti-Wrinkle Eye Contour, $118 – Target deep wrinkles and visible signs of fatigue with this powerful formula. It smooths under-eye circles, bags, and dynamic wrinkles for instant, noticeable results. The cooling ceramic applicator enhances its anti-wrinkle effect, leaving your skin refreshed and revitalized.
Age Element Brightening Concentrate, $164 –Illuminate your skin with this concentrated brightening serum. It evens out skin tone by reducing melanin buildup while its powerful antioxidants fight premature aging. The result? Revitalised skin, softened fine lines, and a radiant, refreshed glow.
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Kosas Cloud Set Baked Setting & Smoothing Brightening Powder
$68
Get flawless, airbrushed skin with this mousse-to-powder formula, packed with skin-loving ingredients. It blends seamlessly for a smooth, blurred finish that brightens and evens your complexion, erasing dullness and refreshing tired under-eyes. Non-comedogenic and safe for sensitive skin, this formula is perfect for a natural, healthy look without the powdery finish.
With bamboo stem extract to absorb excess oil, passionfruit leaf extract to reduce fine lines, and Chinese peony to minimize pores, this product works overtime to refine your skin. After 8 hours, 100% of users saw improved texture, smoother skin, and a noticeable reduction in pores. Apply with a tapered brush to key areas for the ultimate fresh-faced glow!
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Joico Defy Damage Range
Joico Defy Damage Shampoo & Conditioner Bundle, $71 – Treat your hair to the ultimate daily refresh with this shampoo and conditioner duo. The shampoo, with its rich, luxurious lather, gently cleanses while preventing damage, leaving hair shiny, smooth, and resilient without stripping color or roughing up the cuticle. Free from harsh sulfates, it’s perfect for a soft, healthy-looking finish.
Follow up with the conditioner to boost moisture and enhance hair resilience without weighing it down. It helps prevent damage, detangles instantly, and leaves hair feeling soft, shiny, and revitalized. Together, they make every day a good hair day.
Joico Defy Damage KBond20 Power Masque, $55 – Joico’s most powerful bond builder yet, the Defy Damage masque delivers game-changing results in just one treatment. It strengthens hair 5x more*, rebuilds and protects bonds, hydrates deeply, and instantly detangles, all while normalising your hair’s pH. Colour-safe and animal test-free, this masque is a must for healthier, stronger strands.
Packed with Joico’s K-PAK Keratin Technology, protective lipids, 18 essential amino acids, and Moringa Seed Oil, this masque offers ultimate nourishment. Use 1-2 times a week for transformative, salon-quality results. Just cleanse, apply, leave for 2-5 minutes, and rinse to reveal stronger, more resilient hair.
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