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Sephora officially launched in the UK on 17th October and honestly it feels like Christmas has come early! Sephora is a beauty haven for makeup and skincare enthusiasts across the world, and while we might not have a physical store in the UK just yet, the new online site has SO much to choose from.
So, I’m here to give you the lowdown on the launch and help you decide which products to buy!
Sephora’s here! But what’s happening to Feelunique?
If you visit feelunique.com, you’ll be encouraged to head straight on over to the new Sephora UK website. This may feel like a massive change, but actually there are a lot of things that will stay the same!
Your Feelunique login credentials will be transferred to the new Sephora UK site so you won’t need to create a new account. The points you’ve earned through the Feelunique reward programme will also be carried over, so you don’t have to worry about losing those either!
Which brands are now available at Sephora?
Sephora’s UK launch means that makeup and skincare lovers can get their hands on a bunch of products that, until now, we’ve only been able to admire from afar (well, from TikTok and Instagram)!
You’ll be able to shop exclusive brands like Sephora Collection, Vegamour, ONE/SIZE, SkinFix, Tarte and Makeup by Mario. You’ll also be able to top up on some of your favourite products all in one place, with brands like REFY, Gisou, Glow Recipe, Rose Inc, JVN Hair and ILIA being added to Sephora’s online offering.
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The top 9 products to snap up from Sephora UK:
SkinFix Skin Barrier+ Restoring Gel Cream
Everyone needs a moisture barrier repair product in their skincare collection… and this SkinFix Gel Cream ticks all the boxes. Packed with nourishing ingredients, such as squalane and hyaluronic acid, this is going to get your skin back to normal in no time.
This cream instantly soothes the skin when it’s applied. And, thanks to acne-fighting ingredients like niacinamide and zinc PCA, it’s not going to cause breakouts either. I love, love, love this stuff!
Makeup by Mario Soft Sculpt Shaping Stick
This sculpting stick was my first dip into the world of cream bronzers and I’m definitely impressed. There’s a reason why Allure’s 2022 Best of Beauty Awards named it best stick bronzer of the year!
This is so creamy and melts into the skin so effortlessly. I also love that it comes with a little removable brush (which is super soft btw) for blending. I’m obsessed with it, this is definitely one you’ll want to snap up before it sells out.
Tarte Shape Tape Ultra Creamy Concealer
I’ve been waiting soooo long to get my hands on this concealer and, after trying it myself, I finally see what the hype is about! This feels super light on the skin yet still has a really good amount of coverage.
I often stay away from matte concealers because they can appear dry and flaky, but this one doesn’t at all. It’s brightening and hydrating, and – most importantly – able to cover acne, redness and dark spots with ease.
Rose Inc Cream Blush Refillable Cheek & Lip Colour
Gorgeous shades, intense pigment and all-day wear – what more could you want from a blush? I’ve tried A LOT of cream blushes over the past year or so and this is easily one of my favourites. It’s blendable, non-drying and the colour payoff is great. Plus, the fact that this works on both your cheeks and lips means it’s the perfect addition to any travel makeup kit.
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Heat Universal Lip Luminizer & Plumper
This has instantly become my go-to daily lip gloss. I’ve got the shade ‘fu$$y heat’ which gives that perfect ‘your lips but better’ look. Since it contains ginger root oil and capsicum fruit extract, you will get some tingling with this formula… but it’s nothing too intense or uncomfortable. This smells amazing and feels really nourishing too. I’ll be wearing this all winter – it’s definitely going to fight off any sign of dry, chapped lips.
Sephora Collection Big by Definition Mascara
I rarely splash out on mascaras. In fact, the majority of the mascaras I use are under £15. At £12.99, this Sephora Collection one was absolutely calling my name – I mean, the packaging alone was enough to hook me in!
This separates my lashes really well, and – being jet black in colour – makes them look so much more defined. Best of all, this barely smudges throughout the day, so say goodbye to panda eyes!
ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint
If you’re on the hunt for a skin tint that provides coverage AND feels lightweight, look no further, ILIA has you covered (literally!). This makeup-skincare hybrid contains a combination of hydrating ingredients, like squalane, hyaluronic acid and allantoin, which nourish the skin as you wear it.
I love that this is safe for sensitive skin. Not to mention that it comes in 30 shades – the shade range for skin tints is usually much more limited than it is for foundations so this is really impressive!
JVN Complete Trusted Trio
This set is such good value for money, I couldn’t not get it! The scalp oil alone is £25, but for just £3 more you also get travel size versions of the Air Dry Cream and the Instant Recovery Serum. Honestly, I can see these minis lasting me a while – you don’t need to use too much of them!
I’m terrible at remembering to take care of my scalp so I love having an oil in my haircare collection that reminds me to do this. Massaging a few drops into my scalp, pre-shampoo, leaves it feeling really soft and hydrated.
REFY Universal Collection
Another amazing deal – it really didn’t take much to convince me to get this! This set comes with a lip gloss, mini highlighter and the TikTok famous Brow Sculpt. A makeup minimalist’s dream, each product is designed to enhance your natural features.
Want brows that won’t budge? This gel isn’t going anywhere. All day glow? The highlighter has the ideal amount of shine. And for touch ups on the go, the lip gloss, with its metal applicator, is the perfect product to throw in your bag.
Which Sephora products are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments! And don’t forget to use my code THESUMMERSTUDYSPH for 15% off your Sephora order.
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