Beauty and the city
updated the 17 August 2015 à 11:26Armed with our selection of must-have products – your routine day at work will never be the same…
We’ve already touched on how to keep your beauty on the beach under the hot sun, but who said that it’s just the sea water and mid day sun that can be harmful for your complexion?
With some of the most populous and choked cities in the world as well as some of the planet’s biggest workaholics, our fair region is equally likely to play host to pollution, humidity and stress related skin outbreaks.
That’s why we’d like to share with you our must-have products to protect you from the elements and help you feel beautiful and fresh even after 8 hours at your desk.
So go on, arm yourselves with these conveniently sized little miracle workers and you’ll be just fine!
KIEHL’S SKIN RESCUER
No one can escape stress in the city, but what we can do is limit how much damage it can do to our skin. Kiehl’s Skin Rescuer daily hydrator does just what it says on the tin and brings back that glow even after a hard day at work. It reduces the visible signs of stress on skin which include fatigue, de-hydration, blotchiness and redness.
(Kiehl’s, approx. USD45.4 for 75ml)
NIVEA DEODORANT: INVISIBLE FOR BLACK & WHITE
If you work in an office, then your wardrobe will most probably consist of many black dresses and white shirts. This anti-perspirant from Nivea will make sure your blacks will be white mark free and your whites yellow stain free. We also love its soft powdery smell.
(Nivea, approx. USD6.2)
SHISEIDO COMPACT FOUNDATION SPF 30
This compact foundation has been a must-have in our handbags for over a decade now. The reason? This is a true all in one. It protects against UVA and UVB rays and covers the skin a matte and natural texture all day long. Even if you have oily skin, it resists excess sebum and sweat. Available in several colours.
(Shiseido, approx. USD34.5)
LIP BUTTER, NIVEA
Another Nivea favourite of ours, this lip butter is enriched with shea butter and comes in delicious raspberry rose flavour (one which you almost want to eat) – and sweet vanilla aroma. It nourishes and repairs the lips and you can also apply it around the nails to moisturize cuticles.
(Nivea, approx. USD4.6)
CLINIQUE SHEER PRESSED POWDER
Alone or on top of a foundation, this powder with its ultra-sheer texture gives your skin a matte appearance even if it’s naturally oily. We love the fact it is suitable for any skin type – even sensitive – and it does not crack or cake even after a few touch ups.
(Clinique, approx. USD41.5)
AMIKA OIL TREATMENT FOR HAIR
This oil is a miracle product for hair dried by the sun and suffers from dullness. It nourishes, repairs split ends, eliminates frizz and most importantly, it feels super good!
(Amika, USD33.6 for 100ml)
Aesop immediate moisture facial hydrosol
This spray-on hydrator is a life saver on warm sticky days. Refreshing with a lovely stimulating aroma, it instantly awakens and freshens up your skin when feeling exhausted after a long day. We love spritzing on our face after our lunch break to give us an extra boost for the rest of the day…
(Aesop, approx. USD21.5)
URBAN DECAY: NAKED BASICS PALETTE
Nothing says city chic look better than this understated palette of basic eyeshadow hues which is perfect for daily wear. We hardly ever step out without it!
(Urban Decay at Sephora, approx. USD33)
BOURJOIS LIPSTICK SHINE EDITION
While we like keeping it natural when it comes to eye makeup, we love giving it all when it comes to lipstick! These ultra shiny colors for are super trendy and brightens up your face even in the most exhausting days. The texture is that of a balm and it lasts several hours without drying our lips.
Our 4 Favorite colours: the pink fuschia “Famous fuschia”, pastel pink “Oh my doll”, orange “1,2,3 Sun”, and pearly “Purple tabloid”.
(Bourjois, approx. USD19.5)
Rana Wehbe-Flinter
