Beauty

The essentials.

LED face masks promise to target everything from breakouts to pigmentation.

Upgrade everything from picnic-dates to love-making with these great Valentine's Day gift ideas. 

Slip, slop—these SPF’s slap.

We’ve done the research for you and scoured the internet to find the best hair straighteners and multi-stylers for every budget. 

Is collagen actually good for you? And which collagen supplements are the best for glowy skin? 

Get that plump 'n' juicy skin you deserve.

Skincare is everywhere—these are the brands that actually work and the hero products that made them famous. 

Add some sparkle to your beauty lover's festive season. 

If you're looking to refresh your wardrobe or restock on your favourite brands, these are the best Black Friday 2024 sales for fashion and beauty.

The founder and CEO of luxury haircare brand, Crown Affair, tells us what she's shopping next. 

The founder and director of Agence de Parfum and its retail sister Libertine Parfumerie tells us what he's shopping next. 

In the season known to wreak havoc on your skin and beauty rituals, it’s all about working smarter, not harder. Here are the holy-grailers to do the heavy lifting for your face, hair and body.

It's always a good hair day with these dry shampoos. From sensitive scalps to post-workout touch-ups, check out Urban List's take on the best dry shampoos. 

Founder of the world's first carbon-neutral beauty brand Emma Lewisham tells us what she's shopping next. 

Ever wondered what's on a skincare expert's wishlist? Here, we've asked Dr Clara Hurst, the co-founder of one of our favourite skincare brands, The Secret, to share what she's shopping next. 

There’s nothing worse than a bad hair day. We’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up the best shampoo and conditioner in 2024 for every hair type. 

Singles Day is all about spoiling yourself and the 2023 sales have already begun. From designer brands to beauty goodies, check out this list of the best deals to shop. 

Breathe a sigh of relief, because we’ve got the 10 best face oils, sorted into a nice neat list.

We’ve rounded up some of the most popular J beauty products that you can now score on Amazon. 

If you’re not exfoliating you should be, and we’ve got the lowdown on how often, what kind and the best exfoliants to stock in your beauty cabinet. 

These Aussie beauty brands are worthy of cult status. Shop sunscreens, serums, and scrubs from Australian beauty brands like Ultra Violette, Aesop, Rationale, and more. 

The weightless do-all serum we're subbing in for summer. 

We asked askbella’s founder Elaine Yang to explain everything you need to know when it comes to repairing a damaged skin barrier—and how to avoid it in the first place.

With millions of fragrances on the market, it can be hard to find the perfect scent just for you—which is where we come in. We’ve scoured the beauty counters and found 10 of the dreamiest perfumes of 2023. 

At Urban List, we think we’re pretty in tune with cultural trends, but in order to get a complete picture of the post-pandemic wellness mindset, we turned the mic to you guys. 

These are the best press on nails to be worn for any and every occasion. 

If you’re looking to add this wonder-oil to your beauty routine, here are some of the best hemp skincare products out there. 

Dandruff, dryness and build-up, be-gone.

For 48 hours only, you can score one for 20% off in Sephora’s mega haircare sale. 

Grown a little fond of your Movember addition? Here's how to keep it in fine form.

Pour a glass of wine, light a candle, and slap one of these bad boys on for some serious me-time.

The trend was founded by a New York dermatologist, so you know it has scientific chops as well as the insane hype and testimonials you’ve seen on TikTok.

A body scrub or exfoliator is the perfect place to start before you think about moisturising, fake tanning, or even entering the world of hair removal.

Proper tattoo aftercare makes a huge difference when it comes to a long-lasting, vibrant and detailed tattoo.

Everything you wanted to know (or not know) about those perfect pearly whites.

There are more products and tools than you can poke your sanitised finger at. 

Here is exactly what order you should be applying our skincare products. 

While it may be a classic, there isn't just one red lipstick shade (or formulation) that's perfect for everyone.

Offering a hint of coverage along with hydration and sun protection, a tinted moisturiser is the ultimate spring/summer beauty staple.

When it comes to achieving the perfect golden glow, not all fake tans are created equal.

Get ready for another results-focused, botanical-forward, clean, and science-backed formula. 

If you hadn’t worked it out from the charming name, slugging is a skincare trend that has you slathering your skin, hair or nails with an occlusive product overnight.

Blow dry brushes are the perfect union of time-saving tech and hair styling savvy, offering volume and bouncy waves a la '90s supermodel.

From the florals of the season to springtime fruits like mandarin, embrace the season with these dreamy scents. 

If you’re trying to cut costs but can’t bear to forego a fresh set of nails every fortnight, it’s time to consider taking things into your own hands—literally.

Whether it’s a new development or a condition you’ve been dealing with for yonks, here’s some tips on how to treat rosacea. 

Say goodbye to an empty supplement shelf with Vitable delivered straight to your door. 

The skincare world can be daunting, so we've done the leg work and rounded up the best serums to add to your cabinet.

Kakadu plum is considered the world’s richest natural source of vitamin C, with around 100 times that of oranges.

As much as we're all conscious of living a more sustainable life, some things are, simply, hard to do greener. Unfortunately, the old bathroom cabinet is one such space, packed with bottles, tubs, single-use wrappers and more plastic than a five-year-old's toy box.

Drawing from incredible native ingredients, there's a wealth of beauty and wellness brands on the market from First Nations owners, with plenty directing profits back to First Nations communities.

For healthy skin and frizz-free locks, this silk pillowcase has you (and your pillow) covered. 

From scents capable of boosting your mood (and aligning your chakras) to fragrances that will transport you to a distant—and potentially warmer—location. 

Natural deodorants contain safe and recognisable ingredients like coconut oil and cornstarch to neutralise that bad-smelling bacteria, whereas antiperspirants use aluminium chlorohydrate and other pore-blocking, hard-to-pronounce chemicals. FYI, if you have sensitive skin, you should look for natural deodorants that are free of fragrances and dyes to put your pits completely at ease.

Do your part for the planet by checking out these eco-friendly beauty products, so you can look good and feel great doing it. 

No matter if you’re a total beginner in the styling tool game or an expert who is looking for the next best thing, we have taken it upon ourselves to round up the curling wands that deliver the most stunning waves without having to sacrifice your hair’s health. 

Ethique's new range of conscious and concentrated beauty and household cleaning bars are guaranteed to be a game-changer in the sustainable space.

Shop PJs to elevate every day. 

From choosing the right formula for your skin type to the dreaded task of colour matching, finding a new foundation can be a daunting task, so we’ve taken the guesswork out of it for you. Spanning budget and boujee to sheer and full coverage, there’s something here for every skin type and tone.

Hair drying tech has come a long way in recent years and thankfully we’re no longer required to fry our strands when trying to achieve the perfect blowout—but that doesn’t mean all hair dryers are created equal. 

From fragrances inspired by lazy summer days to picks that will instantly transport you to a tropical destination, keep reading below for 17 picks that will have you smelling like summer all year long. 

Clean beauty refers to beauty brands who have dropped the harsher, harmful chemicals in their recipes and packaging in favour of cleaner, more sustainable beauty. These are the clean beauty brands you need to know right now. 

Thankfully, brighter days are on the horizon as we see salons reopen, track pants stored away and the return to the office for many. We’re also seeing some pretty cool new trends emerging when it comes to the world of beauty. Below, Biologi Dermal Specialist Lucy Macdougald gives her guide to the biggest beauty predictions for 2022.

2022 will see a rise in what’s deemed to become one of the biggest skincare trends yet: Clean Cosmeceuticals. While cosmeceuticals have long since been associated as a hero category of skincare, (thanks to their reputation for getting evidence-based results) now there’s a new hero in town. 

In great news for skincare and wellness fiends everywhere, cult vitamin label JSHealth has officially launched a skincare range. 

With summer now on the horizon, it’s never too early to get stocked up on your SPF and all things skincare. Today we are bringing you the feel-good news that our favourite NZ skincare brand, Emma Lewisham has officially become the world’s first beauty brand to go completely carbon-positive, and the world’s first 100% circular-designed product range. *Adds to cart*.

Vegan, cruelty-free beauty empire, Kester Black, is giving customers the unique opportunity to buy shares in the company for the very first time

Here are the spring and summer hair trends of 2021 you’ll want to be rocking.

Every day it feels like there is a new skincare trend that is fast gaining devotees, usually thanks to perfect-skin possibilities and bold promises. But how can you tell if a trend is actually worth trying or merely just a fad? After all, it’s a big risk to mess up your entire skincare routine on something that’s simply marketing spin at its finest. 

Start cleaning out your make-up drawer, because Charlotte Tilbury’s makeup and skincare range is finally launching in Australian and New Zealand stores.

In need of some add-to-cart inspo? Look no further. Here, we're spilling the beans on everything we splashed out on this month.

We tried out Lush's zero waste skincare and beauty products for a week—here's what we thought. 

You know that muslin cloth hanging from your shower rod that makes you feel holier than thou when you use it to wash your face every night? Well, we hate to break it to you, but it could be doing you more harm than good. 

We tried out a few of the products from Zara's new beauty range—here’s what we thought. 

Ethique have gone and launched the line of eco-friendly lip balms we’ve all been waiting for.  

Here’s a heap of beauty and wellness gift ideas for someone in your life who could use some ‘me time.'

Thanks to a collaboration between David Jones and TerraCycle you’ll have a place to decrease your carbon footprint and recycle all of your empty beauty bottles all in one go, with special drop boxes in David Jones stores across the country.

Jules Tognini, co-owner of one of Australia’s most iconic and award-winning salons, Togninis, gave us a little insight on the hair trends we’re going to be seeing loads more of in 2021.

Lucy Macdougald, Dermal Specialist at Biologi, lets us know how to get your glow back and treat the effects of maskne.

Drum roll please, there's a new concealer on the block. This newest star player hails from the skincare mogul company we all know and love, The Ordinary. 

Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture in December 2020.

Alright beauty fiends and wellness warriors, listen up. If you're keen to score a bargain this Cyber Weekend and top up your makeup bag, freshen up your skincare, or splash out on some (well-deserved) self-care, we've got you sorted right here. 

Lush’s new clay face and body mask might be just what you need to aid you in unwinding after being put through the current ringer that is daily life. 

Here’s another easy bathroom swap you can do which will keep a few more plastic bottles out of the bin every year—your face wash.

We’re all guilty of making hair care mistakes from time to time, but the truth is many of the mistakes we’re making are ones that can be easily avoided.

Take the environmental high ground.

These four smoothies are perfect for summer—you can thank us for your glowing skin later.

When it comes to reducing your impact on the environment, one of the first places you can look at giving a sustainable overhaul is your bathroom. We know that plastic can take hundreds of years to break down (if ever) in landfills and toxic chemicals in beauty products washed down drains end up in our oceans wreaking havoc on our ecosystem.

Two ex-Marie Claire beauty directors dish out their personal beauty product recommendations.