What is in the Estée Lauder x Ladurée Collection?

This is a super unique collection that celebrates the artistry of French patisserie with iconic house of Ladurée. The pieces are inspired by the scents, textures and colours of the brand. And it is so pretty!

The collection includes:

• Estée Lauder x Ladurée Limited Edition Eyeshadow Palette (8 shades) £50
• Estée Lauder x Ladurée Limited Edition Lip Oil Collection (3 shades) £59
• Estée Lauder x Ladurée Limited Edition Pure Color Lipstick Collection – 2-piece including a full-size refillable lipstick £49

My Review of the Estée Lauder x Ladurée Collection

Before we even talk about the products, let’s take a moment to swoon over the packaging. Inspired by Ladurée’s famous macarons and elegant patisserie boxes, every detail feels super luxurious. Think soft pastels, gold accents, and a chic vintage vibe. It’s the kind of makeup you want to constantly have on display rather than hide in a drawer.

Apparently this baroque aesthetic has been pinpointed as one of the strong trends of 2025 by Pinterest, so this collection could be super popular.

I think the lip oils are my favourite. I love the shades, although I do think they have mixed up the shade descriptions I have been given, so make sure you refer to my swatches rather than the words.

The doe-foot applicator is nice and big, yet defined, so application is really easy.

And the product itself looks and feels great on the lips. They glide on effortlessly, leaving lips nourished and plump with just a hint of colour. Check out all my swatches above.

If you are looking for a more affordable lip oil in a similar format, check out Milk Makeup Kush Lip Oil Review & Swatches.

I also think the lipstick set is really cool. I love how there’s a refill in a different shade that can switch in and out of the packaging depending on what you want to wear that day. I actually think that at £49 for two lipsticks with the limited edition keep-forever packaging, it’s actually a pretty good deal for this EL formula. I suppose it really comes down to whether you like the shades.

Rebellious Rose is a little too pink for me, but I love the nudey brown tones of Indulgent. The design on the bullets and the packaging in general is just stunning.

The formula is what you’d expect from Estée Lauder – super comfortable, hydrating, and long-lasting.

The eyeshadow palette offers up such a pretty range of shades and the packaging is just adorable.

My personal favourite shades are the browns one, Chocolate Crémeux and Cocoa Canelle. I really love the tones and I think they have the most superior formula. Unfortunately, I don’t think every shade is as good as these in terms of texture, so although it is beautiful, and definitely worth picking up as a collector, I don’t think it will be for your real eyeshadow junkie.

Also, personally eight shades is too much for me these days. I tend to be a one and done kind of girl. I basically stick to my REESON Lid Elixir* most days.

What is the Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Contour Wand?

• Liquid formula
• Enriched with treated pigments
• Designed to create a natural, uniform contour
• Easy to blend
• Features a cushion applicator
• Available in 7 shades from Fair to Deep

What is Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Mask?

• Intensely hydrating lip mask
• Designed to deliver essential moisture to restore lips
• Formulated with shea butter, avocado oil and jojoba oil
• Natural vanilla flavour
• Can be used as a lip balm during the day, or overnight treatment
• Vegan and cruelty
• Dermatologist Tested

My Review of Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Mask

This lip mask has a beautifully rich and emollient texture. It glides smoothly onto the lips, providing an instant feeling of comfort without any stickiness. I appreciate that it’s versatile enough for both daytime use and as an overnight treatment. When I use it overnight, I have been applying an extra thick layer and I find that my lips are super soft and hydrated when I wake up in the morning.

I think this is a really good alternative to more expensive options like Laneige’s Sleeping Mask*. I love the Laneige ones, but the pot is huge and doesn’t fit into my makeup bag so easily for day time top ups.

This has a subtle and pleasant vanilla scent and the texture hits a brilliant balance and is neither too thin, or too thick and sticky. In fact, it isn’t sticky at all and just feels super soothing and comfortable.

A small amount is really nice under lip pencils and lipsticks if you want to amp up hydration and prep and prime the lips for colour.

It’s a super versatile product, feels luxurious and plush on the lips, and I think it’s great value for money.

What is Farmacy Honey Grail Hydrating Face Oil?

Farmacy’s Honey Grail is a hydrating facial oil that is designed to revive the complexion in a quick absorbing non-comedogenic format:

• Helps to smooth away the look of fine lines and wrinkles
• Rich in omegas, vitamins and amino acids
• Moisturises, hydrates and illuminates
• Provides antioxidant protection
• Free from mineral oil, phthalates and synthetic fragrance
• Non-comedogenic
• Cruelty-free and gluten-free
• Can also be used on hair

My Review

The texture of this face oil from Farmacy won me over instantly. It is absolutely divine. I literally couldn’t wait to get it on my face. And when I did get it on my face, I found the way it performs very impressive.

It is super luxurious and rich, yet I found that it sinks in effortlessly and leaves my skin softly glowing and not at all greasy looking. For the texture of the oil, it acts in the lightest way, it’s quite incredible.

First Impressions: Packaging & Texture

I really like the glass bottle. It feels weighty and luxe and I do love a pipette dropper for a face oil. The oil itself itself is golden like honey and it has a thick gloopy texture to look at. But as I said, it sinks in as if it is a lighter, finer oil and it somehow imparts just the most gorgeous glow and completely avoids “greasy mess.”

Check out this texture video! It is delicious!

How I Use It

Initially, I thought this would be more of a night time product, but I have to say, I think for me, this is the perfect day time oil for the winter months. I have been layering a few drops over serum and under my moisturiser and SPF. It works to boost hydration and give a soft extra glow that really lasts on the skin.

You can also mix it into your other products, and I am actually keen to try mixing it into foundation. I’ll let you know if it’s good.

You can also use it on hair, which again, I am yet to try. However, I’d imagine it will be great on damp ends to seal down any split ends.

Does It Work?

I have been absolutely loving this. I have combination skin, and I feel that this texture and ingredients set lends itself perfectly to skin that is hydrated but can also be a little oily. If you worry about oils blocking pores or making you look oilier than you already are, I think this will be perfect, as I find it super balancing.

Who Is It For?

Honey Grail is perfect for anyone dealing with dry or unbalanced skin, especially in the colder months. As I said, I am combination, but I also think this will work really well even if you are oily because it sinks in beautifully, and provides a lovely balancing effect.

Final Thoughts

Farmacy’s Honey Grail is a beautifully formulated, indulgent product that delivers on its promises. The glow it gives is nothing short of perfect, and its versatility means you’ll reach for it time and time again. At £48 for 30ml, it’s an investment but not one I’d think you would regret, but only if it works with your budget.

What is Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench Shower Oil?

• A moisturising oil-to-milk body wash
• Works to revive the skin barrier and support the microbiome
• Intensely nourishes and hydrates the skin
• Features the uplifting, woody gourmand scent of the Cheirosa ’59 fragrance
• Suitable for all skin types

My Review

I really like the Delicia Drench Body Butter and I think it has a more subtle fragrance than say, Bum Bum Cream. However, I find the fragrance much more intense in this Shower Oil version. As soon as I snap open the cap, I can smell the Cheirosa ’59 fragrance and it is absolutely lovely. It fills the shower quickly and really turns it into a wonderful spa experience.

I love the soft and comforting violet notes in the fragrance. It is the perfect cosy scent for winter and like the Body Butter, it feels like a warm hug.

First Impressions

From the moment I opened the bottle, I knew I was in for a treat. As I already said, the scent makes itself known right away and you really feel like you are getting what you paid for.

The fragrance is super addictive fragrance and it brings gorgeous luxe and comfy-cosy vibes all at once.

The Texture

The texture is where the magic really happens. The oil feels silky and lightweight and it melts into the skin as soon as it touches water. As you massage it in, it transforms into a gentle, milky lather that feels super soft and nourishing. It literally feels like it is instantly smoothing out and softening the skin.

Unlike some shower oils that can feel sticky or overly heavy, this one rinses away really nicely but still leaves that feel of hydration and moisturisation. Your skin is left with the perfect veil of nourishment and fragrance.

Results

I think what I love about the Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench Shower Oil the most is the instant softness that it impart on the skin. Immediately after use, my skin feels like silk—so smooth, so supple, and with a radiant, healthy glow. I almost feel that I don’t need moisturiser, but I am a creature of habit, and I ALWAYS need moisturiser!!

What makes it even better is that it’s not just a fleeting effect; the hydration truly lasts. Even hours after my shower, my skin feels super soft and silky.

Final Thoughts

The Sol de Janeiro Delicia Drench Shower Oil is perfect if you want to ramp up your hydration steps before you have even gotten out of the shower.

It’s super indulgent and very effective, and I love that it packs a punch with the fragrance. You could layer up with the Delicia Drench Body Butter if you wanted to, but the scent also layers really well with most of the perfumes I have used it with. It’s super versatile.

What is K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo?

K18’s AirWash is not your average dry shampoo because first off, it’s not dry! This is a liquid formula that’s designed to refresh hair and scalp without buildup.

The formula uses K18’s patented peptide technology to keep hair healthier while delivering that just-washed feel:

• Aerosol-free dry shampoo formula
• Comes in an eco-friendly pump bottle
• Nozzle dispenses a fine, lightweight powder
• Works to clean and revive hair
• Uses newly patented odorBIND smart-release biotechnology
• Clinically eliminates odours
• Reduces oil
• Supports a healthy scalp and balances sebum
• Leaves hair feeling and looking clean
• Claims to keep working for up to 3 days
• Highly concentrated so you can go longer in between washes

My Review

I have been giving the K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo formula a go for about a month, and I have to say, it is pretty impressive. The fact that it’s a liquid formulation of a dry shampoo is very interesting. It does initially make the hair feel slightly damp, but it is never wet enough to mess up the style, and it dries down super fast, almost as if it was never there.

I really like it because it makes my hair feel much cleaner, without adding any texture, and its effects are pretty long lasting. It is really effective at absorbing oil and it doesn’t leave a white cast in the hair, even though if you spray it on skin, it does dry to a white powder.

It’s easy to run my fingers through my hair after it’s applied, especially if I don’t use too much, and it feels like there’s nothing in my hair at all. If it does have a texture, it’s because I’ve used too much. As I said in the How to Use section above, I use about three sprays per section as I have thick hair. One spray per section will suffice if you have fine hair.

K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo provides subtle volume but is definitely more of a cleansing product than a styling one. So if you’re looking for something to add shape and movement, you probably want a dry shampoo that’s more of a texture spray, like the Oribe Dry Shampoo*.

Having been using this for about a month, I think that this bottle will probably last longer than an aerosol dry shampoo, which is good to know, because at £48 a bottle, it’s really expensive!

Packaging and Application

The matte white bottle with minimalist black branding feels modern and kind of clinically luxurious. It has a pump spray and I find that the nozzle can get a little build up, so it best to try and keep that clear to ensure the finest of mists.

Application is nice and precise and it’s easy to target the roots without spraying product everywhere. When I applied it, the powder felt incredibly fine – almost weightless. You can easily massage it into the scalp without any chalky residue or white cast. If you have dark roots like mine, you know how crucial this is!

How Does It Perform?

The first thing I noticed after using the AirWash was how clean my hair felt. Not just less oily, but genuinely refreshed. It’s not often you can say that about a dry shampoo. The product absorbed oil beautifully while leaving my hair soft and touchable – no stiff or gritty texture in sight. As I said above, not over-applying is key for a weightless feel.

I like how this feels on my scalp. It actually feels like pretty much nothing on my scalp and doesn’t feel chalky or gritty.

Who is K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo For?

If you’re someone who stretches time between washes, this product should work really well for you. It’s perfect for those days when your hair feels a bit lackluster but doesn’t necessarily need a full wash. And because it’s so lightweight, it’s a great option for all hair types – even finer strands that tend to get weighed down easily.

K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo Before & After Video

Here’s quick before and after demo on unwashed and flat hat hair!

Final Thoughts

The K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo is going to be great if your hair gets greasy really easily, especially if you have fine hair. While it does come at a much higher price point than most alternatives, I think the benefits for a serious dry shampoo user could make it worth the money. I truly think it will be down to the individual.