We carry around an impressive product lineup with us on a regular basis, but during London Fashion Week – well, it becomes a carefully-curated arsenal. Find out the products that are keeping us polished and sane during this most frenzied of times. (They work just as well every other week of the year, too!)
- Chanel Precision Lip Definer Rubellite This wearable, gorgeous pink pencil is a great day-to-night transitional product. Use to line lips before a translucent balm in the day or fill in the entire lip for a more matte effect. The lip brush on the other side is also super handy for any on-the-go lippy application.
- Organic Pharmacy Rose Balm A handy multipurpose balm packed with argan and rose hip oil that nourishes and repairs dry skin, lips, nails and hair.
- Leighton Denny Crystal Nail File Often referred to as the Rolls Royce of nail files, the glass surface of this beauty editor favourite offers a cleaner, less abrasive finish than traditional files. It shapes (and saves) nails in a flash. A must for Instagram-worthy manis!
- Origins Quick, Hide! Long-wearing Concealer Too little sleep and, let’s be honest, too much champagne, can do a number on our complexions. That’s why this little stick is our best friend. The deceptively light formula covers everything from spots and blemishes to under-eye circles—it’s a creamy, blendable concealer that stays put all day and night.
- MAC Lipstick, Rebel Unexpected afterwork drinks and in need of a vampy, bold lip? We love this deep raspberry shade.
- Jane Iredale Just Kissed® Lip And Cheek Stain Forever Pink This multipurpose product offers a pop of colour in a flash—just use your fingers to apply to cheeks and lips. The colour adapts to all skin colours!
- Balmi Lip Balm What’s the use of all those bold lipsticks when you’re battling flaky lips? The creamy, non-sticky formulation nourishes dry, chapped skin, while the key ring keeps the fun spherical packaging handy at all times. Tip: Try applying a thick layer to lips, waiting a couple of minutes, and then pushing a cotton bud over them to exfoliate away any dead skin.
- Birchbox Eyelash Curler Adding coats of mascara to already set lashes can make them go clumpy and look cakey, so use a curler to give them a boost that will make you look doe-eyed and more awake.
- Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray Part dry shampoo, part texturiser, this nifty handbag-sized styler amps up hair instantly. The fine formula absorbs excess oil without leaving hair feeling chalky, making it perfect for reviving second-day hair. Use it on clean hair to get an edgy, piece-y look.
- Vichy Thermal Spa Water Filtered through volcanic layers, it’s naturally enriched with 15 minerals and 13 trace elements to soothe, fortify and regenerate your skin. It can be used as a toner in the morning, for a refreshing boost after the gym, and even to set make-up.
What are your handbag essentials? Let us know in the comments below!
– Grace