10 Expensive Beauty Buys That Are Actually Worth The Price
We all have those beauty buys that make us wince at the checkout, but then later wonder how we ever lived without them. These are the products where, for me, the price tag is justified because they genuinely deliver, get used on repeat or make enough of a difference to earn their place in my beauty collection.
If there’s one thing that can convince me to look forward to my evening cleanse, it’s this. If you haven’t tried the black cherry scent before, it really is divine! It’s sweet, indulgent and completely addictive while somehow being super gentle on my sensitive skin too. The rich, luxe balm is iconic for a reason and melts effortlessly into the skin to dissolve makeup and SPF. Yes, there are cheaper cleansing balms out there, but this one turns a mundane step into a full-on sensorial experience.
This is, hands down, the best eye cream I’ve ever used. Is it spenny? Absolutely. But if you’re looking for one luxury skincare product to invest in, this would be high on my list. The rich, silky formula leaves my under eye area feeling incredibly hydrated and nourished, and honestly like nothing I’ve ever tried before. I struggle with creams irritating my eyes, but I haven’t experienced this at all with La Mer. Their famous ‘Miracle Broth’ in their formulations is quite literally magic and my under eye’s have never looked more hydrated. My latest obsession is their new The Concentrate Serum – it leaves your skin feeling baby soft!
There’s something particularly clever about skincare in capsule form. Each Elizabeth Arden Serum Capsule contains a precisely measured dose of formula, helping to keep the potent ingredients protected and fresh until you use them. This retinol and HPR serum is potent but gentle enough to use, even if you’re new to retinol. Introduce this into your evening skincare routine, and this incredible formulation will help to visibly rescue pores and wrinkles in the first week! And if glowy skin is your thing, you absolutely need to try their Vitamin C capsules too. These little capsules are seriously amazing and worth the price point.
This is the kind of foundation I can get behind spending more on because you’re not ‘just’ buying makeup. These lightweight drops give you beautiful, buildable coverage while incorporating the incredible (and super pricey!) skincare benefits of the Augustinus Bader serum. If you’re looking to indulge in this luxury skincare brand, the most cost-effective way is through the Victoria Beckham foundation drops. If you’re wearing this as your everyday foundation, you’ll definitely be benefiting from the skincare within this, which is what helps justify the investment.
Read Daisie’s review of the Foundation Drops here.
This is the kind of foundation I can get behind spending more on because you’re not ‘just’ buying makeup. These lightweight drops give you beautiful, buildable coverage while incorporating the incredible (and super pricey!) skincare benefits of the Augustinus Bader serum. If you’re looking to indulge in this luxury skincare brand, the most cost-effective way is through the Victoria Beckham foundation drops. If you’re wearing this as your everyday foundation, you’ll definitely be benefiting from the skincare within this, which is what helps justify the investment.
This is the beauty gadget that introduced me to LED therapy at home. I honestly cannot believe the difference this has made to my skin, especially during certain stages of my cycle. My CurrentBody LED mask has become a genuine part of my evening ritual, so much so that I actually look forward to putting it on and pack it in my case when I’m travelling. It’s one of those products where consistency is key, but for me, the payoff has made it more than worth the investment. I’m now so excited to add their new LED helmet to my collection, too!
I never realised how much I’d use this until I had one. The portable wireless design means I can take my NEOM diffuser wherever I go, and my car is always smelling amazing because of it. It’s waterless and rechargeable which is honestly genius, plus the new limited edition rose pod is the prettiest yet. It’s definitely an indulgence, but once you’re used to having your own little cloud of beautiful scent following you around, it’s hard to go back.
What did I actually do before the Airwrap? It is, without a doubt, my most-used beauty tool, so for that reason alone, I think it is absolutely worth the investment. As someone who has always struggled to achieve that bouncy, salon-style blow-dry with a standard hairdryer, the Dyson Airwrap has completely changed the game for me. It’s one of those beauty tools that feels almost foolproof, whether I want a bouncy blow-dry, soft waves or just a smoother finish, I can achieve it with minimal effort. And when a beauty buy gets used as much as I use this one, the price per use starts to look a whole lot more reasonable.
Never underestimate the difference a really good set of extensions can make. These Beauty Works x Huda Beauty clip-ins are my secret weapon when I want to take my bob from short to long instantly. They are 100% Remy human hair and the quality makes such a difference for making sure your extensions blend seamlessly, while looking natural too. I love that they can completely transform my look without the commitment of actually growing it out or opting for permanent extensions. For anyone who loves changing up their hair, a quality set of hair extensions is an investment I’d absolutely recommend.
If I could only have one facial for the rest of my life, it would be this. I have my HydraFacials at Dr Rasha Clinic, and without fail, my skin looks its absolute best afterwards. Their tagline for this treatment is ‘the best skin of your life’, and I would have to absolutely agree! The four main steps of this treatment are cleanse and exfoliate, acid peel, extraction and hydration, and then I always finish with LED therapy. If you’re looking for a treatment with instant results and no downtime, you’ll love this hero facial.
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