NEW year, new you and all that jazz. But what if this year you didn’t try to make every resolution under the sun, and focus on the small self-care tweaks that make your life better day by day?
We’ve rounded up the absolute must-haves for the ultimate self-care spree, because, well, you deserve it.
Let’s face it, resolutions usually only last a few weeks (OK, one week), but habits that help improve your general wellbeing as well as securing that gradual glow-up? Now we’re talking.
From collagen peptides for that Insta-worthy radiance, to vitamin boosts to make your insides as happy as your outside looks (January blues? We don’t know her), these self-care essentials that are guaranteed to kickstart your New Year glow-up.
This year, it’s not just about resolutions; it’s about treating yourself like the VIP you are. Bag these essentials and slay January like never before.
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(AD) VitaBright Bovine Collagen Peptides Powder
As a crucial protein in the body, collagen plays a vital role in skin elasticity, joint health and connective tissues.
As we age, collagen production naturally declines, making supplementation crucial for overall well-being. Including collagen peptides in your routine can promote smoother skin, stronger nails and healthier hair, plus aids in supporting joint flexibility and bone strength.
Easily added into hot and cold drinks, meals or taken on its own, VitaBright’s halal and kosher collagen peptides powder offers a convenient and effective way to enhance your body’s structural foundation, contributing to a vibrant and resilient lifestyle for the coming year.
- (AD) VitaBright Bovine Collagen Peptides Powder, £29.99 – shop here
The Ordinary Most Loved Collection Trio
Ready to kick-start your skincare goals, but no idea where to start?
The Ordinary’s acclaimed Most Loved Collection has got you covered with three go-to serums from the skincare brand.
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% serum aids in minimising pores and regulating oil production promoting a clearer complexion; Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 provides intense hydration, essential for maintaining skin elasticity; and the Caffeine Solution 5% + EGCG targets under-eye puffiness, helping you look refreshed and ready-to-go.
The scientifically-backed formulations address common skin concerns, foster a radiant complexion and provide a simple yet powerful self-care regimen, ensuring your skin is nourished, revitalised and ready to face the year ahead.
- The Ordinary Most Loved Collection, £23.20 – shop here
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set
A TikTok sensation for a reason, the Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set deserves a prime spot in your skincare routine to get you through the January blues.
The luxurious set is a tropical escape in a package, featuring the viral Brazilian Crush Body Fragrance Mist and the brand’s iconic Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, and it’s now 15% off at Beauty Bay.
Enriched with nourishing ingredients like cupuaçu butter, açaí, and coconut oil, the cream provides intense hydration, leaving your skin irresistibly smooth, plus the smell is addictive.
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Elevate your self-care routine with the delightful scent and indulgent texture, making every application a spa-like sensation.
- Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set, £23.75 (Was £28) at Beauty Bay – shop here
The Inkey List Double Cleanse Duo
If you’re not already familiar with the double cleanse, allow us to explain. Double cleansing is exactly what it sounds like – washing your skin twice.
The first wash, usually with an oil-based cleanser or cleansing balm, is to remove make-up, dirt and sunscreen from your skin, and the second, usually with a water-based cleanser, is to ensure you’re actually cleaning the skin.
The Inkey List Double Cleanse dynamic duo is a game-changer, offering a comprehensive approach to cleansing. The Oat Cleansing Balm gently removes impurities and makeup, leaving your skin nourished, while the Fulvic Acid Cleanser purifies and balances, promoting a healthy complexion. Infused with skin-loving ingredients, this duo caters to all skin types, ensuring a refreshing and effective cleanse.
- The Inkey List Double Cleanse Duo, £22.78 – shop here
Wild Deodorant Subscription
The eco-friendly and aluminium-free Wild Deodorant is crafted from natural ingredients such as coconut oil and shea butter, ensuring long-lasting freshness without harmful chemicals.
The subscription delivers a variety of enticing scents to suit your preferences, promoting a personalised experience and a more sustainable choice with its refillable and recyclable packaging.
Make a healthy choice for your body and the planet in 2024, embracing a toxin-free routine with the convenience of the Wild Deodorant subscription.
- Wild Deodorant case and 3 refills, £20 (Was £28) – shop here
Lookfantastic The Box: January Edit
Embrace your self-care goals in 2024, achieving balance and setting new wellness goals with Lookfantastic’s curated beauty essentials as part of the brand’s January box.
Discover TikTok-trending beauty products from Weleda, Philip Kingsley, This Works and more.
The box also features a So Eco Gua Sha and two full-sized products: a Dr.Lipp 100% Natural Moisturising Colour Lip Tint Lip Balm (in shade Elderberry) and Nails.INC Get Hard Nail Hardener Base Coat.
Available at £13 a month for 12 months, or a single month for £15, you’re still saving over £30 with the six beauty staples valued at over £52.
- Lookfantastic The Box: January, £13/month (12 months) or £15 (one month) – shop here
Naturism The Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash
Revitalise your skincare routine with Naturium’s The Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash – a must-have for your New Year’s glow-up routine.
Packed with a potent AHA blend, including glycolic, pyruvic, lactic and tartaric acids, this vegan-friendly gem cleanses, exfoliates and resurfaces your skin.
The revolutionary coacervate technology ensures optimal efficacy, coating your skin uniformly for transformative results. Mild surfactants cleanse while the actives adhere, offering a powerful punch.
Enriched with hydrating red algae, it helps combat rough and bumpy textures, unveiling a softer, smoother and more supple appearance. Elevate your self-care game with this bath and body essential.
- Naturism The Smoother Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Wash, £18 at Space NK – shop here
The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector
The Body Shop's Hemp Hand Protector is an essential addition to your New Year’s glow-up routine. Infused with nourishing hemp seed oil, it delivers intense hydration, combating dryness and leaving hands irresistibly soft.
Its non-greasy formula ensures rapid absorption, making it ideal for on-the-go application. Beyond mere skincare, this protector creates a protective barrier, shielding your hands from environmental stressors.
Embrace a cruelty-free choice with The Body Shop, and indulge in a subtle, soothing fragrance that transforms hand care into a luxurious self-care ritual every day.
- The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector, £8 – shop here
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream is a powerhouse of hydration, enriched with squalane, a potent moisturising ingredient that mimics skin’s natural oils.
Perfect for combatting winter dryness, it replenishes and fortifies the skin’s natural protective barrier, leaving it supple and radiant, and providing the perfect base.
The luxurious cream’s advanced formula also includes Colloidal Oatmeal which is known to relieve sensitive skin, as well as help soothe and support skin recovery.
With its lightweight texture and quick absorption, this cream effortlessly revitalises tired, dull skin, making it an essential addition to your self-care regimen for a luminous and refreshed complexion in the coming year.
- Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream, £34 – shop here
Vitabiotics Ultra Vitamin D
Vitamin D plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin and aiding in cell growth and repair.
Exposure to winter sun (naturally occurring vitamin D) may be limited, making supplementation essential for optimal skin health during the darker months.
Vitamin D promotes collagen production, reducing signs of ageing and enhancing skin elasticity, and it also has anti-inflammatory properties too, helping to address skin concerns like acne and redness.
It also helps to boost overall well-being, supporting mood regulation and energy levels and ensuring you radiate a vibrant glow from the inside out.
- Vitabiotics Ultra Vitamin D 96 tablets, £5.35 at Superdrug – shop here
HeySmile Teeth Whitening Strips
Tick off one more self-care habit with these Teeth Whitening Strips from HeySmile, offering a convenient and effective way to achieve a brighter, whiter smile at home.
Formulated with enamel-safe ingredients, they gently remove stains such as coffee, wine and everyday discolouration to reveal your pearly whites.
The ease of application and quick results make HeySmile an ideal addition to your self-care arsenal, boosting confidence and radiance.
As a non-invasive and affordable option, pop them on your top and bottom teeth whilst you complete the rest of your routine to ensure your smile sparkles.
- HeySmile Teeth Whitening Strips, £19.99 (Was £29.99) – shop here
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