Mamamia’s beauty roundup series is your monthly look at the products our team are loving - from the latest launches in skincare, hair and makeup to the old faves we've fallen for all over again.
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Do you know what time it is? Silly question. Of course you do! It's beauty round-up time! Our favourite time of the month.
In October, the Mamamia team tried and tested plenty of new (and new to us) skincare, makeup, hair and body products - and we really want to share them with you.
Before we get into it, listen to Mamamia's daily beauty podcast, You Beauty. Post continues after audio.
Here you’ll find reviews of the best beauty products that launched in October, as well as the old favourites we’ve rediscovered.
Dior Addict Lip Glow in Minty Rose, $60.
"I *finally* got my hands on this viral Dior Glow lip product you're seeing everywhere and here's why I rate it. Firstly, the colour. It's beautiful. It matches to the pH of your lips, so it looks natural but makes your lips look... better. It's also SO COMFY. The hydration is immediate and lasts. 11/10." - Erin Docherty, Senior Health and Beauty Writer.
R+Co High Dive Moisture and Shine Crème, $49, and Kyk Hair Mist-Ique Hair Oil, $37.
"My hair has been the driest it's been in years lately - straw-like and unmanageable. To help, I recently started using this combination - the R+Co product on my ends and the Kyk all over before blow-drying - and my hair is so hydrated, so shiny and CLEAN. Nothing I've used compares." - Charlotte Begg, Lifestyle Writer.
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops, $54.
"I finally got my hands on the Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Sunshine Drops, and this product definitely lives up to the hype. I've been mixing a little in with my foundation every day for added glow - it makes my skin look dewy, natural and sun-kissed minus the sun element! Now I just need Mecca to stock up because it's always sold out... come through Mecca!" - Tamara Holland, Head of Lifestyle.
Sunbutter Water Resistant Reef Safe Sunscreen, $29.95.
"I'm always on the hunt for the holy grail of sunscreen, and this Sunbutter one is really good. It's reef-safe which is important, and is thick like a body butter but goes on easily." - Emmeline Peterson, Podcast Producer.
Kosas Revealer Skin Improving Foundation SPF 25, $63.
"This Kosas foundation - my skin has never been more radiant or received more compliments. Plus, it includes niacinamide and squalene." - Carla Woodhouse, Content Executive, SQUAD.
Evereden Mama Must-Have Duo, $76.
"I was gifted these for my growing baby bump, and I am really enjoying using them as part of my night-time routine. It feels like a bit of a boujie treat to have some lovely, beautifully smelling products to help me celebrate and focus on the fact my body is growing a human. It would make a great present for a pregnant person in your life." - Gemma Bath, News Editor.
All Kinds Bondi Beach Club Whipped Shower Foam, $15.99.
"A friend gifted this to my kid and now she can't wait to jump in the shower each night. Thank you, friend!" - Claire Murphy, Podcast Host, The Quicky.
Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle EDP, $148 - $202.
"Can we all just take a minute to appreciate this bottle? I saw Moulin Rouge in Sydney a few weeks back and now I want everything on my mantle to look opulent enough to go in a vintage dressing room. This sexy scent is going to be my party season pick: with notes of amber, vanilla and vetiver, it's sweet and musky and definitely the type of fragrance to bring out for evenings and date nights. Please give it a whiff at the department store if you get the chance, ooft." - Tamara Holland, Head of Lifestyle.
NeoStrata Skin Active Triple Firming Neck Cream, $76.99.
"My neck has been DRINKING in Neostrata's Triple Firming Neck Cream. Drinking. Leigh Campbell recommended it on a You Beauty podcast episode and I noticed it started selling out." - Annaliese Dent, Branded Content Manager.
SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF, $233.
"I've been dying to try the cult favourite C E Ferulic for yonks but after doing some research I learned that this vitamin C of theirs is good for oily and acne-prone skin (my kinda skin). I've been using it religiously every morning before SPF, and so far, I'm loving it. Not sticky, not oily, just quickly absorbs into the skin to work its magic." - Charlotte Begg, Lifestyle Writer.
O&M Frizzy Logic Shine Serum, $62.95.
"With the humidity and the rain, I've been using this - and it's been working really well on my frizz (especially post-partum baby hairs). I've been using it on damp and dry hair (really good when doing a slicked-back bun but want it to look shiny) and it smells DIVINE." - Andi Baulderstone, Partner Strategy.
MCoBeauty Cheek & Lip Tint, $12.
"I was influenced by You Beauty to try the MCoBeauty Cheek & Lip Tint and I'm obsessed with it. I'm going to get all the shades!" - Madeline Muir, Senior Social Media Producer.
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base, $31.
"I got my makeup done at Mecca for a wedding the other day and ended up getting the primer they use. I've been using it under my tinted sunscreen and it's working really nicely. They gave me the 50ml to take to the counter but on the way I noticed the 15ml in the mini section and so I just got that to start off with." - Clare O'Halloran, Podcast Producer.
REB Cosmetics Glamorous Lipstick By Anna, $28.
“I am loving the Glamorous Lipstick By Anna from her XIX ELEVEN collection for REB Cosmetics. The colour is bright and feminine and has been making me feel so ready for summer. It’s Australian-made by a fabulous small business owner and comes in at an affordable price of $28.” - Avril Tait, Assistant Video Producer.
Orro + Co Ravello Gradual Tanning Lotion, $35.
"This is my new favourite gradual tan. It goes on like a body moisturiser with no colour but develops into this even I've-just-returned-from-Europe tan. I use it on its own when I want a bit of colour or I pop it over my fake tan to make it last longer." - Charlotte Begg, Lifestyle Writer.
Ellis Faas Skin Veil Foundation, $108.
"I got upsold to the Ellis Faas Skin Veil foundation at Mecca when my usual Hourglass Illusion was out of stock in my shade. I was reluctant to change as I have rosacea and sensitive skin, but I absolutely love it. The coverage, the feel, how it wears. Worth the extra money." - Megan Stormer, Partner Strategy Manager.
Ere Perez Fig All-Beauty Jelly, $45.
"Please excuse the terrible picture, but I brought this with me when I went to Paris recently and omg, it's a game changer! It can be used three different ways - as a balm, a cleanser or an overnight mask. I love using it as a cleanser - it instantly melts my makeup (waterproof eye makeup included), without making my skin feel tight and irritated. I'm so glad it has come into my life! New fave." - Erin Docherty, Senior Health and Beauty Writer.
Neostrata Clarify Mandelic Clarifying Cleanser, $56.49.
"I just started using the Neostrata Clarifying Cleanser and I'm OBSESSED. My skin since using it has been so soft and glowy - it just feels so good." - Cristina Aguilar, Senior Commercial Video Producer.
who is elijah Eau EDP, $179.
"This smells like summer in a bottle. It's light and fresh with notes of pear, bergamot and coconut milk but not overly sweet, with Tonka bean and moss as well. I'm not surprised I love it - I'm a big fan of all the who is elijah fragrances - but I've worn their newest scent every day." - Charlotte Begg, Lifestyle Writer.
Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation, $87.
"This foundation is beautiful. It gives your skin a dewy, skin-like finish, and feels lovely and lightweight, while still covering dark spots and imperfections. It makes my skin look smooth, even and glowing - a real 'your-skin-but-better' kind of foundation." - Erin Docherty, Senior Health and Beauty Writer.
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