As autumn rolls in and we start looking toward the end of the year, we may be tempted to bemoan the end of summer and count the days until the holidays.
But there is something amazing about autumn, its colder days, and back-to-school vibes. One thing we always look forward to are fashion weeks, obviously, and with it, a new crop of drool-worthy looks. However, the new season doesn’t just require new outfits, it’s also the perfect time to up your beauty game.
Put away your summer scents and after sun care, autumn brings with it new beauty products we can’t wait to get our hands on.
Keep on reading for our top beauty picks for the month.
1 – Ancient + Brave – True Collagen
Collagen is a must for many these days, and Ancient + Brave is keen to highlight that sustainability is integral to its brand.
Only using the best ingredients from environmentally conscious, sustainable suppliers, the brand was certified as one of the highest scoring B Corps in the world.
True Collagen, its hero product, is sustainably sourced from grass-fed cows in the EU, and manufactured in the EU.
The hero supplement for active lifestyle, True Collagen is a great way to feel good this autumn.
2 – Granado – Boemia Eau de Parfum, £110, 75ml
If you’re looking for a new scent for autumn, look no further. Granado, Brazil’s most traditional perfumery, has opened two new stores in London – only for six months.
Boemia was inspired by the atmosphere of the Lapa neighbourhood in Rio de Janeiro at the beginning of the 20th century and is a fresh, light and spicy fragrance with warm and sensual notes, wrapped in an atmosphere of mystery and sophistication.
It has top notes of black pepper, nutmeg and lime, base notes of geranium, cedar and oliban and base notes of sandalwood, leather and tobacco.
3 – Dr Jackson’s Face Wash, £33
Male beauty products are on the rise and the new season brings with it some exciting new needs for the men in our lives.
A cleansing and hydrating face wash, the Dr Jackson’s Face Wash is powered by a blend of Baobab, Kigelia, Mandarin, Pomegranate Red Seed and Chamomile.
The result? Clear, clean and clarified skin.
4 – Dr Jackson’s Day Cream, £70
Between the wind, the rain and colder temperatures, our skin is taking a battering in autumn.
This lightweight moisturiser is perfect for oily skin and keeps skin hydrated and protected, whilst also smoothing the appearance of fine lines.
5 – Roads – Harmattan, £120, 50ml
Changing up your scent is the best – and easiest – way to get ready for a new season
Harmattan by Roads opens with a burst of invigorating citrus notes, evolves into warm and aromatic spices, and settles into a base of earthy woods, creating a harmonious balance between vitality and tranquillity.
6 – Thameen – Peacock Throne, £165, 50ml
Another fragrance for you! Peacock Throne has opulent notes of Taif rose. Subtle saffron undertones add an exotic flair, evoking the grandeur of the historic Peacock Throne. As the fragrance develops, rich base notes provide a sense of depth and majesty.
7 – Essence of Luxury – Never Go Alone Edition 01 Sandstone Candle XXL, £235, 2kg
Your home deserves a bit of TLC for the new season too, and what better way to make it as cosy as possible than by giving it a new, beautiful scent.
The Never Go Alone Edition 01 Sandstone Candle XXL will make your home smell great and be a decorative talking point with its hand-blown glass vessel. Notes of sandalwood, cedar, eucalyptus and mint will turn your personal space into an olfactory palace, which is exactly what’s needed in a season when we start staying in more.
8 – Essence of Luxury – Marc-Antoine Barrois NoXIII, £185, 750g
Resins, woods and incense with a hint of peach and plum, the elegant French scent is a must for stylish homes all over the world.
9 – Essence of Luxury – Ostens Illumination Rose, £65, 220g
Anyone fancy their home smelling like hundreds of Turkish roses? Yep, we thought so. The green and vibrant smell will transport you to somewhere exotic, so no matter how much rain is falling outside, you’ll feel content.
