There’s a new crop of beauty products offering more mileage than we give them credit for. If your make-up bag is bursting at the seams, then this is for you. We’ve scanned the isles for the best multipurpose beauty time savers so you can ditch the old and free up some space in your kit, while saving some dollars along the way.
The Multitasking Heroes
Baby oil
Often passed without a second thought in the grocery store but its uses are not to be underestimated – in fact it’s one of the most versatile bathroom staples out there! Use baby oil to remove stubborn make-up, moisturise dry skin, soothe inflammation or in place of shaving gel. This wonder oil typically consists of skin softening emollients and a mild fragrance, which make it ultra-nourishing, especially during the cooler months.
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There’s a lot of hype around micellar water. You could be forgiven for chucking it in the ‘fad’ basket but this tried and tested beauty basic is certainly worth it. The gentle clear formula is made up of tiny cleansing oil molecules known as micelles, which are suspended in water. Micelles act as a magnet to capture impurities and excess oil, without vigorous rubbing. It boasts its fair share of hidden talents from cleansing and make-up removal through to soothing and refreshing skin in one easy step. The best part is there’s no rinsing required!
Try: , or Natio
BB Cream
Where coverage is concerned the key is to find an option that delivers the works…cue BB cream. It doubles up as a moisturiser, pore minimiser, sunscreen and colour corrector, while providing luminous coverage without the heaviness of a foundation.
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Gradual Tan Moisturisers
As the memories of summer fade, so too does our tan. Luckily, there’s a plethora of all-in-one moisturisers with tanning agents to come to our pasty pins’ aid. Gradual tan lotions provide deep hydration as well as a year round bronze glow. A gradual tan is also more forgiving than an instant tan, making it ideal for self-tan novices who are after fool proof streak-free options. They can be used from top to bottom and are perfect for fairer skin tones.
Try: , or Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Natural Bronze Body Lotion
Hair Oils and Treatments
If your hair is on the drier side and skipping conditioner scares you, then try swapping it for a hair oil or leave-in cream. These days the majority of treatments offer everything a conditioner does and more, without the greasy look and feel. Most also provide protection against heat styling tools too so you can trade in two bulky products for this miracle multitasker – bonus!
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Palettes
When space and beauty budgets are limited, palettes are your new best friend. Make life easier and find a palette that contains all your bronzing, blushing, highlighting and eye shadow needs in one. To glam up your look, dust highlighter over your lids and finish with a darker bronze shade.
Try: , Nude by Nature Highlight Palette or
Tinted Lip Balms
Once upon a time lip balms were kept in the depths of our handbags or backs of our beauty cabinets reserved for occasions where our lips needed some love. It was always a case of sacrificing on colour when chapping struck – until now. Beauty brands have answered our prayers and delivered pigmented colour that nourishes and provides all day long moisture.
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