The end of December is a time for reflection on the past year, but it’s naturally also a time for looking forward. As beauty editors we are no different. We have spent a full 12 months testing hundreds (potentially over a thousand) products all in the name of beauty journalism. So when this time of year rolls around, we look back and think about the ones have truly wowed us that we want to remain in our routines well into the new year.
It’s been a bumper year indeed – from perfumes that have given us more compliments that we knew possible and concealers that performed magic to one of the most impressive skincare formulas we’ve ever used. But when we sat down to compile this list, Executive Beauty Editor Shannon Lawlor and I, knew that it had to be these tktktktkt products.
1. Arkive The Good Calmer Cushioning Moisture Cream
“Never mind best styling product of 2024, I think this is my best product of 2024. I talk often of my six weekly appointment with my wonderful colourist, James…