Wedding beauty, hair, makeup, skincare, fragrances and health & fitness

Fit's A Kind Of Magic

As well as the joy and excitement that comes with planning a wedding, it also means having a million-and-one things to deal with as the big day approaches; and with all eyes on you, wanting to look and feel your best can be another stress. That's why Ultimate Performance has launched a new service designed to help brides and grooms get into the shape they want for their big day. Available through a new, dedicated section of its website, the package allows you to share sessions between the two of you and you'll only need to pay one sign-up fee. You'll be able to book a consultation at one of Ultimate Performance's gyms and have a team of trainers devise a unique training plan tailored to your needs and goals. The plan will look at all aspects of your life including training, nutrition, sleep, stress mitigation and supplementation helping you to achieve the look they feel happy, comfortable and confident with. We had questions, so CWM's beauty and wellness editor, Kelly Andrews, caught up with Ultimate Performance's certified personal trainer and chief experience officer Mark Bohannon to find out more.

Magic beans

Say 'hello' to the beauty world's latest buzzing ingredient, the adzuki bean. "This tiny, but mighty bean has major skin benefits and is a seriously good do-it-all beauty ingredient," says Faye Purcell, Q+A's head of research and development. Now, Q+A is harnessing the power of this magical little bean in its new Peptide Anti-Ageing Daily Sunscreen SPF50 and is impressively the first brand in Europe to do so in a beauty product. This daily mineral hybrid sunscreen also includes vegan collagen pre-peptides to firm, boost and plump, sesame see oil to nourish, protect and calm and meadowfoam oil to leave skin soft and supple.

Just in case

We've all attempted to apply make-up on a dark morning, before racing out the door to work only to find the office's strip lighting to be less than forgiving of our efforts. This is the inspiration behind the Beautifect Box, the hero product from which the brand grew. Founder Dr Tara Lalvani yearned for a product that would make it easier for her to apply her make-up on the go and envisioned something akin to the Beautifect Box we see today. With advanced lighting technology and sophisticated design, the luxury Beautifect Box offers a way of getting ready that truly elevates beauty routines. A 21st-century dressing table with smart storage solutions, the product relies on patented design and advanced lighting technology boasting a high Colour Rendering Index that allows you to see true-to-life colours and shades for flawless make-up application, any time of the day or night. £279, www.beautifect.com

Mirror, mirror

All packed for honeymoon? Don't forget the new EKO iMira Travel LED Mirror! It incorporates smart features in a convenient travel size with eight-inch mirror display providing high-definition reflection. The handy support stand is fully adjustable allowing you to find the perfect angle and doubles as a cover while you're travelling. The full ring LED light simulates natural sunlight and boasts three brightness modes for full visibility even if your hotel room is a bit dim. Plus, rechargeable, it comes with a USB-C cable, so you no longer have to perform that annoying task of finding that perfect spot to apply your make-up when you arrive at your destination.

£34.99, https://ekohome.co.uk

Sleep on it

After three years of research and countless hours of testing and development, the clever folk at Superfacialist have unveiled their latest innovation in the brand's star-studded line up of skincare essentials. Powered by the revolutionary Resync SleepSmart Complex, these new Night Creams contain actives to optimise skin rejuvenation overnight when it's most receptive to regeneration and repair. These formulations are designed to work in sync with your skin's natural circadian rhythm, supporting it while you sleep, leaving you to wake up feeling radiant and refreshed. The range of Night Creams (£16-£20) offers a personalised solution for all skin types from dry and dehydrated to sensitive skin and signs of ageing.

Here comes the Sun

If you're heading towards sunnier climes on honeymoon this summer, a good suncreen is a must. Just in time, Germaine de Capuccini has launched its new Timexpert Sun Collection, ready to care and protect your skin. The Collection features a complete range of photoprotective filters combined with the effectiveness of the brand's anti-ageing treatments. It includes Timexpert Sun Invisible Sun Mist SPF50 (£62.15), with ultralight invisible spray-on texture; Timexpert Sun Oil Bronze SPF20 (£60.95), an extra-light oil combining tan activating technology with hydration and protection; and Timexpert Sun Blue Protective Bi-Phase Antioxidant SPF30 (£51.60), a refreshing lotion to hydrate and revitalise skin, also with tan activating technology. Check out https://germaine-de-capuccini.co.uk

Your big-day bridal fragrance

For Elie Saab's latest fragrance launch, Le Parfum Bridal, Mr Saab worked with Aurelien Guichard of Takasago House; Guichard was inspired by the iconic bridal dresses of the Couture House and based the fragrance bottle around the different layers of satin and lace used by the designer. This opulent, musky floral fragrance is composed of ylang-ylang and orange blossom notes, enveloped by Madagascan vanilla and ambroxan with ambrette for the ultimate sparkle.

Hands-on wellness

Industry newcomer, sustainable luxury skincare brand ROOAR has recently scooped the award for Best New Bodycare Product in the National and Organic Beauty Innovation Awards with its Deep Hydrating Hand Therapy Cream (£22). With a relaxing scent, the light texture quickly absorbs leaving no unwelcome greasy residue. The idea behind ROOAR is a range of products that invigorates the senses and supports wellbeing. Founder Sandra Chow has used what she's learned over the last 15 years about organic, natural skincare; ageing; and eastern remedies to produce a brand that's suitable for all skin types and won't contribute to the use of synthetic chemicals. Find out more at https://rooar.co

Welcome back

With over 100 years of beauty and heritage, Elizabeth Grant Skin Care, founded in London has been manufacturing in Toronto, Canada, for decades since. Now, the long-standing formulations have launched into the UK.The power of Torricelumn was discovered by Elizabeth back in 1948 after she sought a natural ingredient to heal wounds caused in a WWII bomb blast. The compound comes from a particular type of algae, with added vitamins, botanicals and anti-oxidants it's the basis of the formula proven and loved today. Over the years Elizabeth Grant Skin Care has perfected the formula to help beauty aficionados target and improve the five main stages of ageing: wrinkles, firmness, hyperpigmentation and dullness.

Find out more about the range, new to the UK at https://elizabethgrant.com, also available at Debenhams and Amazon.

Glow up

Ciaté London's new Brazilian Glow Eye & Face Palette is the ultimate one-stop shop for bronzed complexion perfection. It's my latest make-up bag must-have that I can't leave the house without. I love the gorgeous glow boosting bronzer and tonal matte blusher that's just my shade. There's also a shimmering highlighter that allows your contours to catch the light in all the right places. What's more, the selection of three eyeshadows allows you to effortlessly switch up your look from day to night. Best of all it's100 per cent vegan and PETA approved cruelty free.

£25, www.ciatelondon.com

Your anti-chafe champion

I'm a recent convert to the Megababe brand and a huge fan. Founded in 2017 by body acceptance advocate (and my new hero) Katie Sturino, the products address a variety of taboo body discomfort issues that many of us face but have thus far been largely ignored by the beauty industry. Now, this solution-based brand has launched a hero range at Boots. Given that I know of one bride in particular who'd have had a very different wedding day had she been able to get her hands on the Thigh Rescue Anti-Friction Stick at the time, this is the champion I want to talk to you about. Quite simply, you can stop thigh chafe for good. The award winning formula creates a balm-like clear barrier that sits on top of the skin, allowing thighs that rub to glide smoothly against each other. Aloe, grapeseed oil and antioxidant rich vitamin E provides extra hydration for happy, healthy skin. There's also a mini stick available, perfect to keep in your clutch bag on the big day for any required top ups.

£12 (mini, £8), www.boots.com. Also check out www.cultbeauty.co.uk for even more of the range.

Romance at your finger tips

It was an exciting day when Mylee's new Unveiled collection arrived in the office! "The new range of beautiful gel polishes in an homage to the romance and elegance of wedding season," says CWM beauty editor Kelly Andrews. "It features a capsule collection of five shades, ranging from ethereal pale pinks to creamy nudes, and shimmering hues that capture the essence of celebration. Meet Bouquet Toss, Glass of Fizz, Garter and Wedding Night. "It wasn't easy to decide which one to try first, but after much deliberation I opted for Wedding Night, a soft subtle shimmering apricot. Easy to apply it cures under UV or LED lamp in 30-60 seconds. I went straight on holiday wearing it and after being in and out of the pool and sea it was just as flawless as when it went on – three weeks later and it's still going strong!"

Salon style at home

BaByliss is seeking to redefine home hair styling with its new Air Wand, an air-powered all-in-one hair system that combines the performance of a hairdryer with the smoothing power of a hair straightener and the volumising effect of a styler. From a fresh-from-the-salon blow dry to big, full, voluminous bouncy blow-outs, root lift, frizz control, sleek straightening, and even effortlessly refreshing next-day hair, the Air Wand offers the ultimate hairstyling tool that enables you to have it all. Plus, thanks to its built-in Ultra Care Mode, you can do all this damage-free.

Sun Safe for the Summer

For convenient on-the-go protection, whether you're staying in the UK this summer or heading overseas on honeymoon, Thank You Farmer Sun Project Silky Calming Sun Stick offers strong, SPF50+ protection against harmful UV rays. Soft and silky, this SPF glides onto your face and body, leaving no white cast as it soothes the skin. So when you're packing for your honeymoon, be sure to grab and go and take it with you! Here, at County Wedding Magazines HQ we're advocates for protecting your skin all year round, not just in the summer, and not just when you're on holiday - be safe !

Bring on the Summer

Vegan, halal, strengthening and all-around clean nail paint brand Palette London's beautiful Watercolour Palette offers the perfect pastel hues to add a seasonal pop of playfulness to your manicure. As you can see, the editorial team here at County Wedding Magazines, certainly had some fun with them. The collection includes a gentle pink, Candy Floss; dreamy Blue Macaron; joyful Sherbert Lemon; and chic Parma Violet. Pair them with Palette's Base Coat and one of the Gloss, Matte, Pearl or Holographic Top Coat for a gel-effect home manicure that'll perk up your spirits as we head towards sunnier days.

Well-oiled

Having accumulated more than two billion views on TikTok rosemary oil isn't going anywhere. It's an ingredient that's become a staple in hair and beauty routines, but why? A potent stimulant, rosemary essential oil is known for its beneficial properties for our complexion and hair, protecting the skin and scalp, while reinforcing capillaries to improve circulation. With its expertise in natural pure essential oils and holistic approach to wellbeing, Tisserand Aromatherapy has launched its new Rosemary Hair Oil to support scalp health and promote hair growth. Essential oils expert Jo Kellet says, "We've made achieving healthier hair simple using our knowledge of essential oils to create a unique blend, which nourishes the hair using nature's finest ingredients."

Imperfections be gone!

Parisian beauty brand, Les Filles En Rouje, has released its first concealer, Le Correcteur. Available in four palettes, each containing two tones to blend your own unique buildable shade, the formula is lightweight and creamy, perfect for covering imperfections. It's designed to harmonise with your natural skin tone without obscuring it, leaving you with the most natural finish. Not to mention the fact that I'm obsessed with the oh-so chic tortoiseshell-effect case – ooh la la!

Bloom and glow

Make-up doesn't have to be complicated and cluttered. Rumi Cosmetiques new InstantGlow+ Multipurpose Highlighter and BloomBlush+ Multipurpose Colour sticks allow you to streamline your beauty routine while achieving an effortless dewy complexion. These handy, fuss-free sticks are designed to illuminate and colour your cheeks, nose, lips, lids and more. Plus, their blendable and buildable formula ensures quick and easy application, whether applied directly with an applicator or with fingertips. Crafted with natural ingredients, they're suitable for sensitive skin.

A little love

TikTok just can't stop talking about Lottie London, and one of beauty editor Kelly Andrews' top viral favourites is the Twisted Heart Duo Lip Tint and Gloss. "Small enough to pop into your bridal clutch bag, this is the ultimate lip-loving duo of gloss and colour leaving your lips glossy with a hint of pink. The innovative twist applicator with one side a deep rose lip tint, can even be used on cheeks too. The other side, a clear gloss, is infused with hyaluronic acid and argan oil to boost hydration." A new must-have for the bride and her bridal squad

Tame the shine with RMS Beauty

Loose powders are key to controlling shine and keeping your makeup staying put. There's no company that understands this more than RMS Beauty, their new launch of Hydra Setting Powders (£40) promising to provide lasting makeup protection. The diverse shade range provides the skin with radiance and a flawless finish, an airbrushed illusion that simultaneously hydrates with its added Buriti and Jojoba oil. The Hydra Powder promises a non-cakey base, perfect for the big day and those all-important photo shoots. The RMS Beauty Hydra setting powders provide the perfect helping hand for that sometimes untameable shine, leaving you to party on care-free! Shop more RMS beauty exclusively at Cult Beauty