the beauty edit

We try out tropical nail colours and the ultimate makeup-skincare hybrid.

NO MOZZIE SPRAY REQUIRED

The latest shadow quads from Dior are inspired by the colours found in a setting sun and a blue lagoon – perfect for when you want to feel zen and nature-y but not deal with, you know, actual nature. Colour Gradation eyeshadow palettes in (from top) Blue Gradation and Coral Gradation, $105 each, Dior, (02) 9295 9022

GREY MATTER

This finely ground mix of activated charcoal, rice bran and exfoliating enzymes absorbs pollution and other nasty gunk (technical term) for smoother, clearer skin in seconds. Daily Super foliant, $85, Dermalogica, dermalogica.com.au

SPICE MARKET

If intense incense fragrances give you Bikram PTSD, consider instead this smoky and spicy yet surprisingly soft blend of lavender, myrrh and tonka bean. Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense, $255 for 100ml, Jo Malone, jomalone.com.au

ONE AND DONE

For an all-round complexion boost, apply this potent new serum and then go do literally anything else (watch TV, knit, learn French). The clever vitamin C formulation smooths, brightens and prevents future damage in a single go. Time In A Bottle, $99, Philosophy, 1800 812 663

MIST CALL

A soothing, hydrating face mist that also doubles as a foolproof gradual tanner? Someone hand us a Noble Prize application, stat. H₂O Tan Mist, $38, James Read, mecca.com.au

ON ISLAND TIME

High-gloss meets tropical punch in OPI’S new Fiji inspired collection. Grass skirt optional (but encouraged). Infinite Shine in (from top) Living On The Bula-vard, Super Trop-i-cal-i-fiji-istic, No Tan Lines, Coconuts Over OPI and Suzi Without A Paddle, $22.95 each, OPI, 1800 812 663

LOVE CONNECTION

If you’re still mourning the loss of Brangelina, rejoice in this fateful match: Chanel’s luxe Sublimage skincare and dewy, radiant coverage, now together in one lovely foundation formula. Sublimage Le Teint, $180, Chanel, 1300 242 635

DON’T SHED A TEAR

Besides being an all-over makeup removing hero, this oil blend is ophthalmologisttested, which means you can literally rub it alllll over your eyes (adios mascara!) without looking like you just survived another viewing of The Notebook. Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil, $48, Kiehl’s, kiehls.com.au