Best-kept secrets
The Good Housekeeping team reveal the cult beauty products they always have stashed in their bathroom cabinets
For many of us, our beauty journeys began in Boots. It was where we went on a Saturday to stock up on the latest nail colours and tea tree oil for our acne-prone teenage skin. Decades later and it’s become a one-stop shop for insider favourites such as Laura Mercier and Drunk Elephant. To inspire more Saturdays spent browsing the aisles, the GH team shares the beauty products they’re buying on repeat.
Eve Cameron, group beauty director
‘A cream blush is my brightening go-to, and NARS Air Matte Blush is just gorgeous. The shades are sheer on the skin, creating a pretty, diffused effect. Torch is a coral red that looks beautiful on olive and darker complexions, while Darling and Rush work really well on lighter skin tones.’
Gillian Davies, beauty editor
‘Applying a primer before foundation makes a huge difference. My dry skin craves moisture, so a light layer of hydrating Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer gives my complexion a plump, youthful dewiness. The result? My make-up glides on beautifully and lasts longer, too.’
Medina Azaldin, beauty assistant
‘Aveeno has years of expertise in treating sensitive skin, so its haircare range is a treat for delicate scalps. The gentle Volumising+ Fresh Greens Blend Shampoo allows me to wash my fine hair every other day without fear of drying it out, and gives it extra body and shine.’
Robyn Munson, head of branded content
‘I’m a balayage devotee, so my hair sees a lot of bleach. Philip Kingsley Elasticizer Deep-conditioning Treatment is a cult favourite for a reason: it contains nourishing ingredients such as castor oil, glycerine and elastin for softer, smoother strands.’
Alex Friend, senior beauty editor
‘Drunk Elephant created a huge buzz when it arrived from the US in 2018. It uses hero ingredients such as AHAS and BHAS in a brilliantly effective way. The exfoliating TLC Sukari Babyfacial mask leaves skin wonderfully fresh and vibrant-looking.’