THE
GLOBAL
BEAUTY
GUIDE
By Danielle Hadley
O
pen up your bathroom cabinet and
take a look at all the products in
your stash; how many brands can
you spot? The average person uses around
12-16 skin care products a day and, no
matter how brand loyal you are, we bet your
collection includes an interesting mix of
names from all over the globe. As our skin
care routines become more multicultural,
here’s our guide to some of the best beauty
brands from around the world.
UNITED KINDOM
Some of the savviest skin care shoppers can be
found in the UK, so standards are high. Step
forward Medik8, a UK-based cosmeceutical
favourite that has led the way when it comes
to making active, clinically-proven skin care
accessible for everyone. They combine real-life
results with luxurious and boundary-pushing
formulas to truly improve skin’s condition,
while making scary-sounding ingredients like
Retinol and L-Ascorbic Acid much more acces-
sible with their clever step-up system. Add to
your shopping list… the r-Retinoate Youth
Activating Cream
FRANCE
For many years, the French pharmacy was the
beauty editor’s secret. The place where those in
the know shopped for simple yet effective creams
and lotions at reasonable prices. CODAGE take
the best of the French pharmacy and combine
it with the expertise of a scientific laboratory
to create a range of stylish, adaptable formulas
that can be mixed or layered together to create
the ultimate complexion cocktail that can be
re-worked depending on the season. Add to
your shopping list… the Moisturizing &
Energizing Skin Care Water
GERMANY
We’ve had K-Beauty, we’ve had J-Beauty (more
on that later) but, according to experts,
G-Beauty is the next big thing in skin care.
German skin care brands are well-known for
their scientifically-backed formulas, sleek pack-
aging and comprehensive ranges that have been
around for decades, making them a great addi-
tion to any routine. BABOR started in 1956
and have one of the most extensive skin care
ranges out there, so whether you struggle with
redness, uneven tone, blemishes, sensitivity or
dullness, we guarantee BABOR will have the
solution. Add to your shopping list… the Multi
Vitamin ampoules
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