From little beauty luxuries to products that help us look after our skin from within, this month’s tried-and-tested edit has a little something for everyone. We’ve been exploring a floral fragrance and body balm, brow and lash essentials, mineral sunscreens with an ocean-conscious approach, and supplements designed to support healthy-looking skin. Whether you’re refreshing your beauty routine, looking for a new everyday essential or searching for a treat to pop on your wish list, here’s what’s caught our attention.
ELIZABETH ARDEN ETERNAL AURA EAU DE PARFUM AND BODY BALM
Floral and feminine, Elizabeth Arden’s Eternal Aura Eau de Parfum is a lovely daytime fragrance, whether you’re heading to work, meeting friends for lunch or simply wanting a fragrance that feels like a finishing touch to your daily routine.
The pretty bottle, topped with a gold-toned, floral-inspired cap, is another part of its appeal. It looks lovely on a dressing table, adding a little touch of glamour to your fragrance collection.
It’s a graceful, feminine scent for those who prefer their perfume to feel elegant rather than overpowering.
Paired with the Eternal Aura Body Balm, the fragrance becomes even more special. The silky cream is lightly scented with floral amber notes, adding another layer to the fragrance while leaving skin feeling soft and moisturised. Best of all, it absorbs quickly without any sticky residue – always a bonus when you’re getting ready in the morning.
Enriched with shea butter, cocoa butter and sweet almond oil, the balm helps soothe dry skin and leaves it feeling smooth with a healthy-looking glow. Together, the fragrance and body balm make a lovely little everyday luxury.
This would make a beautiful gift for someone special – or a little treat for yourself.
Available at Elizabeth Arden counters and online.
FANGIRL PANORAMIC TUBING MASCARA BY MECCA MAX
If you love defined, lengthened lashes without the dreaded panda eyes by the end of the day, MECCA MAX’s Fangirl Panoramic Tubing Mascara is worth a look.
The clever metal wand takes a little getting used to – it took a few tries to get the hang of it – but once you do, it helps coat individual lashes for a lifted, fanned-out effect. The glossy black formula adds definition and length without leaving lashes looking overly clumpy. You can build up the volume with multiple coats for higher impact.
As a tubing mascara, it wraps each lash in a film designed to resist smudging, flaking and transferring throughout the day. The best part? It comes off easily, without the usual rubbing and wrestling with makeup remover.
BROW GURU CUTTING EDGE BROW PENCIL BY MECCA MAX
Good brows can make all the difference, and this clever dual-ended brow pencil makes shaping and defining them that much easier. The blade-shaped tip allows you to create fine, hair-like strokes for a natural finish or build up more definition where needed, without the dragging or tugging that can make brow pencils tricky to use.
The other end features a handy spoolie brush to blend the colour and tame stray hairs, leaving brows looking polished rather than overly drawn on. With seven versatile shades to choose from, there’s a good chance of finding a match for your natural brow colour.
All MECCA MAX products are available in stores nationwide or online.
People4Ocean SPF50+ Pearlescent Cream and SPF30 Iridescent Cream
The weather might be all over the place, but summer is definitely on its way – and that means ensuring sunscreen is part of our everyday routine. People4Ocean offers two mineral sunscreens that combine sun protection with a little extra skincare appeal.
Founded in 2018 by reef scientists concerned about the potential impact of conventional sunscreen ingredients on marine life, the Australian brand is on a mission to create sun care that is kinder to our skin and oceans.
The SPF50+ Pearlescent Cream offers very high broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection in a moisturising, fast-absorbing formula with minimal white cast. Made with zinc oxide and antioxidant-rich pink microalgae, it leaves a subtle pearlescent finish and is water-resistant for up to two hours.
The SPF30 Iridescent Cream is designed for everyday wear, combining broad-spectrum protection with light-reflecting pigments for a healthy-looking glow. With non-nano zinc oxide, hydrating plant oils and antioxidant-rich botanicals, it can be worn alone or under makeup as a luminous primer.
Both offer a mineral-based option for those seeking sun care with a focus on ocean-conscious ingredients. Whichever you choose, remember to apply generously and reapply regularly as directed.
Jeuneora Limited Edition Black Doris Plum Marine Collagen Super Powder
Good news for fans of Jeuneora’s much-loved Black Doris Plum flavour – it’s back, but only for a limited time. First launched in 2021, this sell-out favourite has been requested ever since, thanks to its rich, ripe and juicy plum taste.
The powder features Jeuneora’s Renew+ Marine Collagen formula, designed to support the health and appearance of hair, skin and nails, alongside gut health and immune function. It contains no added binders, fillers or additives and joins the brand’s core Watermelon, Pineapple and Mixed Berry flavours.
Simply mix one scoop with 250ml of water once daily, making it an easy addition to your routine.
Jeuneora’s philosophy is to “make the products we couldn’t find, for concerns women actually live with” – a sentiment that speaks to its focus on women’s everyday wellbeing.
If Black Doris Plum is your favourite, you may want to get in quick before this limited-edition flavour disappears again. The new Renew+ Black Doris Plum is available from their website.
Xtendlife™ Derma Lift Dietary Supplement
We’re all familiar with the creams and serums promising smoother, firmer-looking skin, but what about supporting our skin from within? We’ve been trying Xtendlife’s Derma Lift, a daily supplement designed to support collagen, skin elasticity and hydration as our skin changes with age.
With just two capsules a day, it’s an easy one to add to your daily routine without introducing yet another step in front of the bathroom mirror. The formula contains ingredients backed by a 12-week clinical study that reported improvements in visible signs of skin ageing, although individual results will vary.
We see this as part of the bigger picture when it comes to looking after our skin. Alongside good skincare, sun protection and healthy habits, an internal supplement is another option to consider as part of your daily maintenance. Definitely one to keep stocked in the cupboard if supporting your skin from within is on your radar.
Available to purchase from their website.