As winter rears its frosty head, there are plenty of beauty buys to reap whether you travel or stay close to home this year. Perfume becomes vital if you want to evoke memories of sunnier climes without leaving the house. Likewise, moisturizer is essential for when the cool weather begins to dry out the skin. Beauty gadget fans, stay tuned – these are some of the best ones to save your skin this winter, and they are travel-friendly too. Below, find the ultimate beauty edit with all you need to get through the winter months, leaving you perfectly primed and prepped for spring.
The Best Perfumes for Winter
Scent has always had the power to magically transport us from the present moment to somewhere warmer, brighter, and soothing. If chasing the winter sun isn’t an option, these scents might be able to scratch that itch in an immensely pleasurable way. Acqua Di Parma Zafferano is part of the brand’s Signatures Of The Sun collection, which uses precious ingredients to convey the warmth and brightness the sun creates. Their newest release is inspired by saffron and, alongside notes of herby bergamot and sweetness tonka bean, it’s the perfect combination of heady and invigorating. Also inspired by Italy is Bvlgari ALLEGRA Passeggiata, which takes its name from the Italian tradition of la passeggiata, meaning the golden moments spent casually strolling and talking to friends. This fruity floral scent with coconut water and ylang-ylang smells like laughter, cocktails, and sunny beaches in a bottle.
Another scent reminiscent of warmer climes is Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill. Inspired by Californian living, energetic citrus notes sit alongside fresh basil, invigorating peppermint, and earthy coriander. It’s a morning swim in Malibu, followed by a breezy coastal walk. Meanwhile, Side Story Parfums Hotel Lobby uses wood scents to evoke the dark oak and leather armchairs of a decadent hotel entrance as a gentle wind wafts through an open window. It’s sophisticated, comforting, and refreshing.
The Best Beauty Buys to Look After Your Skin This Winter
If it’s cold where you are, these products can help warm your bones and soothe your skin. Start with the Ameliorate Exfoliating Body Mitt, which buffs away dead skin cells without scrubbing too hard or damaging the skin. This mitt helps to unblock hair follicles to lessen the risk of ingrown hairs and smooth areas where the skin is rough and bumpy. It’s also more practical for travel than a big tub of body scrub.
Although it might not be the most luxurious-looking product, the Cerave Moisturising Cream is a saviour for those with dry skin. Ceramides occur naturally in our skin, but boosting them topically with this cream can help the skin stay hydrated. Finally, a body oil has become a winter luxury and necessity for many. Forest Essentials Soundarya Illuminating Body Oil conditions the skin with nourishing oil and a saffron-tinged scent that takes the place of perfume.
The Ultimate Travel Beauty Gadgets for Winter
Beauty gadgets have increasingly become a part of many daily repertoires, but they can be cumbersome to take when traveling. Enter Lyma Laser, an at-home device that uses low-level laser technology to help stimulate collagen production and skin healing. Handily, it’s also smaller than LED masks that have become popular and is far easier to travel with. Another contender is Cutis Bone, which delivers multiple techniques for facial massage, perfect for depuffing and rejuvenating your skin post-travel.
Additionally, the MD London Brushless Dryer has changed the game, being small yet powerful and efficient. Lastly, the Aromatherapy Associates Atomiser Connect could be worth trying if you struggle to get back into a routine when you travel. Its portable design makes it ideal for creating a relaxing or energizing atmosphere wherever you are.
