With party season in full swing, and Christmas fast approaching, it’s the perfect time for discovering some new beauty treats, either for gifting or for a small indulgence for yourself. Beauty doesn’t always need to blow out the budget, so we’ve collated a collection of some of our best beauty buys priced under $25.
Mecca Max Life Proof Camo Colour Correctors $25
A flawless complexion just got a whole lot easier, thanks to these ingenious tubes of goodness. Each of the eight colours fulfils a different role: redness, dark spots, under-eye circles, pigmentation, etc.). Super blendable, these creamy shades are the perfect base under foundation to achieve healthy-looking skin.
Revlon Ultra HD SNAP! Nail enamel $14
Give your nails some lilac love to be fully on trend this season. This quick and easy nail colour dries in a snap (hence the name), taking just one coat to give a streak-free glossy finish. No base or top coat is needed. Plus the formula is clean, vegan, and available in six epic summer shades.
Available at Life Pharmacy and Farmers.
Dew Lab Lemon Drop Face & Body Polish $15
Life has never delivered lemons as good as these Dew Lab lemons. This Vitamin C enriched face and body wash has been a well-kept secret (until now) and it’s a limited edition one-off product, so once it’s gone, it’s gone. Run, don’t walk.
Body Blendz Hemp Hero Coffee Scrub $21.99
If you haven’t yet experienced this luscious body scrub, prepare for an addictive new morning/evening routine. Enriched with cold-pressed hemp seed oil, this sugar, salt, and coffee body scrub gives your skin a fresh outlook on life. It’s an instant skin pick-me-up, plus it is designed to buff, tone, and tighten.
The changing weather throughout spring and summer makes sourcing the ultimate lip balm even more of a top priority. We’ve done the hard work for you and this plucky little balm is the perfect balance of beeswax, shea butter, rosehip oil, and vitamin E. Plus, it feels delicious on your lips
Essano Hydrating Rosehip Certified Organic Rosehip Oil, $24
We’re long-time fans of this New Zealand natural skincare brand. With supermodel Rachel Hunter also joining the ranks of those who rave about Essano rosehip oil, this cult favourite truly is a high achiever among beauty oils. Harnessing the power of cold-pressed, certified organic rosehip oil, it’s also enriched with organic acai berry and vitamin E.
Frula Superfood 2 in 1 Exfoliator and Mask $20
We love a good multi-tasker, and this aloe vera-based beauty doubles up as both a scrub to polish skin or a leave-on mask for a smooth natural glow. Better still, it’s made in New Zealand of naturally derived ingredients and is vegan-friendly and cruelty-free.
Turn a simple shower into a pamper session with this luxurious body scrub – lightly scented of coconut and almond oil, with the addition of shea butter and sugar for natural buffing properties. Mega nourishing and hydrating and leaves skin feeling nurtured and satin soft.
Jeuneora Reuseable Cotton Pads $15
Step up both your beauty routine and your efforts to do better for the planet with these reusable bamboo cotton pads. The reversible pads have a velvet feel outside (perfect for make-up removal and the delicate eye area) and terry on the inside (ideal for exfoliation). They’re good for the environment – and your face.
Lady Jayne FlexiGlide Brush $12.49 and purse-sized $8.49
Never underestimate the power of a good-quality hairbrush. This clever design not only detangles with ease but also delivers a blissful scalp massage in the process. Suitable for all hair types and on wet or dry hair. Pro Tip: Keep the compact purse-sized version with you for on-the-go grooming.
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