Tatler Report: Beauty

We love shiny things here at Tatler—not just when it comes to skin. These serums keep skin hydrated, but not oily, for a healthy summer glow

Everything you need for a glowing skin

TOM FORD SERUM CONCENTRATE

Good things take time, and the Tom Ford Research Serum Concentrate is the result of 74 laboratory trials over three years.

“My vision is to merge breakthrough skin science with true luxury, to create transformative skincare regardless of skin type or gender,” says Ford. Formulated for the designer himself, the lightweight serum is powered by a potent caffeine complex to give tired skin a boost while also brightening it and tightening pores. Good morning.

TATCHA THE DEWY SERUM

Bringing ancient Japanese beauty techniques to modern women is Tatcha’s modus operandi, and its new Dewy Serum was created around the philosophy of shinsei, or “new birth”. Designed to improve radiance and texture, The Dewy Serum contains Tatcha’s Hadasei-3 complex, a trifecta of fermented Uji green tea, Akita rice and Okinawa Mozuku algae, as well as hyaluronic acid and earth-friendly squalene, an organic compound derived from sugarcane.

DARPHIN STIMULSKIN PLUS ABSOLUTE RENEWAL SERUM

The ingredients of the Absolute Renewal Serum by Parisian skincare brand Darphin are as luxurious as its price tag. It contains sea emerald, which isn’t a precious stone, but a rare algae that stimulates collagen production; commiphora mukul resin extract, an active botanical found in India, to plump and firm the skin; and Darphin’s Youth Complex Trio to sculpt and smooth.

CLARK’S BOTANICALS JASMINE VITAL OIL

“Jasmine Vital Oil will imbue a healthy, dewy glow when humid skin starts to shine,” says Clark’s Botanicals founder Francesco Clark, who’s a believer in turning your skincare routine into a ritual of self-love. “There is time for self-reflection as you apply skincare. I like to think of everything I am thankful for, and everything I need to do during the day. These moments of self-love and luxury take no more than ten minutes, but they improve my outlook on the day, give me strength and make my skin glow.”

AESOP LUCENT FACIAL CONCENTRATE

Despite constant exposure to sun and sea, Australians seem to have that healthy summer glow down to an art. The Lucent Facial Concentrate by Melbourne-based skincare brand Aesop has been a cult favourite since it was launched in 2016, thanks to its ability to nourish and hydrate without leaving behind a sticky, oily shine. Instead, this blend of vitamin C, niacinamide, and rose otto, sandalwood and frankincense oils balances the skin for a fresh matt finish.