Hope you all had a gorgeous Christmas, full of laughter, food, and perhaps a spritz or two of your favourite fragrance. Before I dive into my empties this month, let me wish you a beautiful New Year ahead – one filled with joy, love, and excellent skincare choices.
Here’s the breakdown:
❤ – Already Repurchased
😍 – Would Repurchase
😢 – Not For Me
Skincare
😢 Tatcha The Essence
I’ve got a full review coming soon, so I won’t spoil the details here, but let’s just say it wasn’t quite the transformative experience I’d hoped for.
😍 Dr Sam Bunting Flawless Brightly Serum*
This is a game-changer. My skin felt clearer, calmer, and noticeably more even. The reduction in redness was remarkable, and I had fewer breakouts. It’s definitely one I’ll return to.
❤ Kate Somerville Total Repair Cream
This is my holy grail moisturiser. It transforms my skin, making it appear plumper, brighter, and downright radiant. Yes, it’s spendy, but when you see your skin glow like this, especially during the festive season, it feels worth every penny.
😍 Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Cream*
This was the perfect morning moisturiser. Lightweight but deeply hydrating, it soothed my skin and played nicely with everything else in my routine. Ideal as the weather turned chillier.
😢 Medik8 R-Retinoate Intense
I wrote about this recently, so check out my detailed thoughts. While I liked it, the results were no better than their far more affordable Crystal Retinal, which left me questioning the steep price tag.
😍 Garnier Hyaluronic Cryo Jelly Anti-Fatigue Sheet Mask*
A delight. Whether prepping for a party, indulging in a lazy self-care evening, or simply needing a hydration boost, this does the job beautifully.
Bodycare
❤ Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash
Rarely does a body wash manage to feel both sumptuous and reasonably priced, but Naturium’s Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Wash pulls it off with ease. It’s one of those rare finds that feels like a treat while being genuinely effective. For anyone with parched, tight-feeling skin, this is a dream in a bottle—rich, gentle, and deeply hydrating, transforming a mundane daily task into a moment of indulgence.
😍 Elemis Skin Nourishing Body Cream
Oh, the heartbreak of falling in love with a product, only to have it cruelly snatched away. Elemis, what were you thinking? This was the ultimate cocooning body cream—its softly enveloping scent was like a cashmere throw for the senses, perfect for winter evenings spent curled up on the sofa. To say I’m bereft is an understatement. I live in hope of its resurrection—please, Elemis, don’t leave us hanging.
Any exciting New Year’s plans, or are you ringing it in with your favourite cosy blanket and a good serum?
