We’re all for a luxe splurge. That said, nothing makes us happier than a good beauty bargain, especially when we come across a product that actually works.
Whether you are looking for a facial scrub, hydrating mist or contour stick, these new Guardian launches can tackle any of your beauty snafus without costing an arm and a leg. We’ll cheers to that.
To prove our point, we’ve rounded up these new-to-Guardian products you should definitely pick up on your next Guardian run.
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Get double the sun protection with this set of 2 sunscreens that will protect your skin from Singapore’s harsh rays. This dermatologically tested sunscreen has an SPF of 50 and is perfect for all skin types. Formulated to ensure smooth application, this sunscreen has a non-sticky and lightweight texture so you can apply it easily under your makeup or even on its own on a bare-faced day.
Start your day right and strut into work with confidence with this morning mask. Designed to provide intense moisture and brighten dull skin, this mask helps with your overall complexion and gives you a smooth canvas for makeup application after. Added bonus: it’ll also give you a morning wake up call with its fresh yogurt kiwi scent.
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Cushion foundations are taking over, that’s for sure. Try this one from INGA that’s perfect for those who have sensitive or problematic skin. Cover up all those uneven and blotchy skin tones and get a dewy and glowy look in just minutes. Formulated with mint herb extract, this cushion foundation will also ensure a smooth and clear complexion to form the perfect base to layer your bronzer and blush on.
If you’ve got oily hair, kiss all that excess sebum goodbye with this purifying shampoo that’s infused with ginger and green tea. This shampoo promises to leave your hair cleaner, fresher and fuller, so you can easily rock any hair-do for any occasion. Infused with vitamins and minerals, you’ll notice a healthier scalp and less brittle hair after just a few uses.
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Pop this long-lasting lippie on just before work and you’ll still notice a pop of colour on your lips at the end of the day. Its formula is silky smooth, so this velvet lip cream will glide on your lips for easy application. Leave it as it is to achieve a matte finish, or pop on a gloss to give your lips extra shine.
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Attain gorgeous hair, skin and nails from the inside out with this easy-to-swallow liquid formula that promises to show results. Unlike the other formula that came in the form of pills, this one is great tasting and provides essential nutrients that works from within. Infused with vitamin C and silica, it promotes collagen production and helps you maintain a smooth complexion, so you can get a natural glow from within.
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On hectic days when you haven’t had the time to wash your hair, you can still achieve fresh, grease-free hair with this vegan, cruelty-free dry shampoo. We love that this dry shampoo doesn’t leave that dreaded white cast on your hair like other dry shampoos do, and we also adore the fresh tropical scent that virtually transports you straight to the beach. This formula will also work on coloured or bleached hair just as much as natural, straight or curly locks.
This blush by Japanese brand Sagao has a whipped, fluffy consistency – much like a soufflé. Its lightweight texture makes the blush really blendable, so it looks seamless – not obvious on the skin.
This dual-purpose product, that can be used on both lips and cheek, is made with a pink bright powder and tone changing powder to correct any dullness on skin and deliver a pretty flush with matte finish. You don’t need a brush for this one. Pat it on the apples of your cheeks and blend it upwards towards your temples.
Each shade of the contour cream by this British vegan makeup brand is labelled, so there’s no confusion about which one to use for each step. Plus, the shades are subtle on the first swipe so you can layer to build up intensity as you go.
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Most mask sheets out in the market contain “water” as the first (main) ingredient. This mask by Korean brand D-Mask, however, holds up to 84 per cent serum goodness to hydrate and tone skin.
The mask sheet is also made from a hypoallergenic and absorbent material, tencel, that acts like a protective layer to prevent water loss, so it doesn’t dry up even if you use it beyond the recommended amount of time and helps your skin better absorb all the nutrients from the mask.
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This eye cream is a cocktail of nourishing plant-based oils (kiwi seed oil, avocado oil and carrot seed oil). Ringing in at $66.75, this eye cream by New Zeland brand Antipodes is one of the more cost-effective eye creams we’ve come across – but that isn’t the only thing in its favour.
The eye cream is also made from all natural ingredients and is free from synthetic fragrance. Did we also mention that it’s been proven to stimulate collagen production in human skin cells by up to 82 per cent? They are said to sell every five seconds and is thus the brand’s top seller in New Zealand.
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This antioxidant rich face mist by clean-beauty French skincare brand creates a weightless protective barrier on the skin to thwart pollution. Additionally, it’s also made with skin-soothing sakura flower water. The result: Skin that’s both protected and plump.
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This mattifying primer that leaves a velvety finish is great for those with oily skin. The rice powder in the formula blurs out imperfections on the skin and keep it shine-free all day. In addition to minimising the appearance of pores and texture on the skin, this beige tone primer also helps to colour correct and mask signs of fatigue.
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This paraben, silicon and colorant free shampoo wipes away oil and build up on the scalp and hair, which results in flat, fine hair feeling clean and even a little bouncier. The lightweight formula doesn’t wear the hair down and has is accompanied by a sweet fruity scent.
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Take a whiff of this cleanser and prepare for an adrenaline rush (smells just like a freshly brewed cuppa joe). Shaped like actual coffee beans, this cleanser is infused with brightening glycyrrihza extract and moisturising hyaluronic acid.
Made from natural coffee grains, it also does an impressive job of exfoliating dry, flaky skin without the use of microbeads which contaminates the ecosystem and causes sea pollution. To use, soften a coffee bean with warm water and rub it between your hands before spreading evenly on face. Rinse off with water and you’re good to go.
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This cushion promises to last even after an hour of being in a sauna. The liquid-to-powder formula leaves a cooling sensation during application and dries down to a soft silky finish, which gives your skin a soft appearance. It also claims to be hypoallergenic, so it’s great for those with sensitive skin.
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