Lavender is having a major moment in the beauty industry and incorporating the scent of summer into your routine has never been so easy. It can now be found not only in aroma oils but also in many skincare and makeup products.
CLEANSE & MEND FACIAL CLEANSING MILK, VOYA
$70
This Irish brand is known as the first genuinely organic seaweed-based skincare in the world and its facial cleanser is up there with the very best. The cleansing milk contains hand-harvested seaweed to rejuvenate and nourish the skin and the organic lavender helps to calm and soothe and reduce any inflammation. Massage the milk into dry skin and remove with a soft cloth, soaked in warm water. Your skin will feel wonderfully clean, hydrated and nourished.
LIQUID FOUNDATION, INIKA ORGANIC
$74
Available in eight different shades, this certified organic foundation lists lavender as the key ingredient alongside green tea and argan oil. The added hyaluronic acid makes this foundation easy to apply, as if it was blended with moisturiser! It provides a good long-lasting coverage without that ‘cakey’ feeling. The finish is a bit on the wet side so lovers of the matte look might prefer to add a touch of powder afterwards.
BB-CREAM, INIKA ORGANIC
$69
When it’s too hot outside, BB-Cream is the perfect substitute for foundation. While still providing a medium-density coverage, it also moisturises and softens the skin, keeping it hydrated and healthy. The cream is really light and ‘breathable’ and suits any skin type. Love at first swipe!
FACIAL SPRAY, MARIO BADESCU
$11
Infused with a blend of aloe, chamomile and lavender, this refreshing spritz combats skin-aging and free radicals and is the best way to quickly top up on skin nutrients over summer, especially when there’s an abundance of air pollution and air conditioning. The spray has a rich lavender fragrance which might initially feel a bit overpowering but it disappears in two seconds, leaving the skin feeling refreshed and cool.
