There are few beauty products held in quite as high regard as . The celeb-approved, cult-loved, award-winning formula has been used by the likes of Victoria Beckham, Zendaya and even Prince Harry, with the brand being awarded a 'Royal Warrant of Appointment' from Queen Elizabeth II.
However, despite being revered by royalty, one of the brand’s newest launches could be coming for its crown as shopper favourite. The hit UK shelves in March, and has quickly become a go-to staple for skincare buffs and beauty editors alike.
Usually £35, the with instant and lasting hydration, while sugarcane derived squalane works to strengthen skin’s moisture barrier. But perhaps the most impressive is the Botanical Blurring Complex, aiming to control excess oil and blur visible imperfections for a matte finish.
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Gentle enough for all skin types, the vegan formula is also said to help brighten and restore radiance, while refining pores and priming the skin ready for makeup. Lightweight and soothing, you only need one to two pumps applied morning and night to do the trick.
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I tried out the for a week - the hottest of the year so far - and it’s like a cold drink of water for your skin, earning itself a coveted spot in my summer beauty routine. Immediately I loved the pump dispenser, because it allows you to know exactly how much to apply. Two pumps are ample for smoothing over the forehead, cheeks and chin from the centre, gliding outwards towards the temple for a gentle lifting effect. It can also be applied in an upward motion to the neck, but I sometimes find I need an extra pump here.
The Eight Hour Cream Hydraplay Skin Perfecting Daily Moisturiser is priced at £35One of the things I love most about this - it melts from a cream to a water-like consistency as you work it into the skin. It glides on smoothly and absorbs quickly, leaving no heavy or greasy feeling behind, with a really clean scent that’s refreshing for summer. As someone who always found the Eight Hour Skin Protectant Cream a little sticky, I'm much preferring this latest innovation.
Immediately upon applying, my skin felt hydrated and looked really fresh. Quite often my complexion is rather dull, but it really gave me that lifted, luminated look without making my skin too shiny. It works wonderfully as a primer under makeup, passing the no-pill test and providing the foundation for a flawless base. And after my week-long trial, it’s safe to say I was a little bit in love.
After seven days, my , seeming that little bit more alive than usual. And as someone with sensitive skin, I'm thrilled to report that it's gentle enough for even the most delicate complexions, suffering no breakouts or blemishes. I also really enjoyed using it on areas of my body that really needed that extra boost of hydration, like my elbows, which regularly become dry in the warm weather.
The texture of the Hydraplay cream is lightweight and sinks in beautifullyAnd I’m not the only one who’s loved it either. In just a few short months, the cream has racked up a . One said: “Plumped my skin made my skin look so fresh and clean looking.”
Another added: “This moisturiser is THE . It left my skin feeling amazing. I have really dry skin on my forehead and this stuff has worked miracles. 10/10 would recommend to everyone!”
“This really does last eight hours,” wrote a third. “The feel is not too heavy and smooths on nicely. It absorbs well, almost weightless but definitely keeps my skin well moisturized all day long. Another wonderful product from a trusted brand.”
But one did say “It could have been better.” They added: “it just felt heavy like there was something on my skin and the smell was a bit funny.”
Hydraplay is the which now includes a facial mist, lip balm and more. But what sets this new launch apart is that it’s set to become the next cult classic, according to Susan Zuckerman, Elizabeth Arden's Vice President of Global Marketing.
She told : “HydraPlay is one of the first times that we're really trying to bring in a new consumer and leverage our iconic Eight Hour history and our iconic Eight Hour equity. We really think that this is the next cult classic [product] that's going to take the brand through the next 100 years.”
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Another water-based moisturiser we can’t get enough of at The Mirror is . This lightweight, clarifying water cream is said to release ‘a burst of hydrating nutrients and pore-refining botanicals for healthy ageing and smooth, balanced skin’. Meanwhile, has the added benefit of SPF protection.
I think if there’s one product that can help introduce Elizabeth Arden’s products to a wider audience, it’s definitely the . It’s simple, it’s effective - the epitome of clean girl aesthetic. Delivering hydration and a subtle plumping effect, all without the heavy feel or greasy residue, it’s a summer skincare must-have that will be coming everywhere with me for the next few months.
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