Treat yourself! 9 best luxury skincare brands (and products) that are editor approved

“I’m not particularly loyal when it comes to skincare - I like to dabble and because my job involves testing out lots of products, I tend to flit between new jars of skincare all the time,” says HELLO! Online’s Director of Lifestyle & Shopping Leanne Bayley. “But Crème de la Mer is different, this is the one you return to time and time again because it just hits differently. 

“The moisturizer isn’t just any moisturizer, it’s so luxurious to apply and my skin just loves it. It might be the La Mer Miracle Broth or the antioxidant Lime Tea, but this ultra-rich cream delivers.

“And the results for me are pretty speedy - my skin looks soothed and any inflammation seems to fade. Dryness seems to disappear as well. After time (the website states) that your skin feels firmer - I actually agree with this. I used it for a long period of time in the winter (perfect time for a thick luxury day cream!) and my skin definitely appeared tighter and looked more rejuvenated.

“The brand claims that the product helps repair the look of lines & wrinkles in just four weeks. I would say lines around my mouth and eyes look less prominent but I wouldn’t be able to tell you about the forehead lines (my problem area!) as I have Botox in my pesky 11s.

“Yes, this product is very expensive, there’s no denying that - but a little tends to go a long way and if you can afford it and are in the market for a luxury day cream, it’s pretty magical.”

“I’ve recently started using Revitalash Eyelash Conditioner and I have been left shocked by the results,” says Senior Social Media Content Producer Chloe Ash. “With Meghan Markle swearing by the serum for her full and fluffy lashes, I wanted to see what it was all about. Not only are my lashes stronger and fuller after just one month’s use, but my lashes now have a natural curl, making me wave goodbye to my eyelash curlers - a staple in my makeup bag since the age of 16. 

"The brand was created by Dr Michael Brinkenhoff in 2006, after his wife suffered with eyelash loss following cancer treatment. One simple swipe every evening is all that is needed, so a little goes a long way, making the expensive price tag worth every penny.”

HELLO! US V.P. of Sales Betsy Murphy is also a fan. “I used Revitalash on my eyebrows to fill in a few places where I had over plucked as a youth. It takes a little over a week to show follicle growth. You do have to keep using the product to maintain growth.”

"I was given testers of both the Natura Bisse Vitamin C cream and the face spritz at a spa and was hooked immediately by the divine citrusy smell!” says Senior Lifestyle Editor Katherine Robinson. “When the testers ran out I didn't hesitate for a second in buying the full-size products. The cream - a little goes a long way and it provides a nice even coverage. I use it in the morning and the smell seems to almost kick-start my brain into action. 

"My skin definitely feels softer and firmer with it. The spray is great to give you an instant hydrating boost on hot days. It does feel like an indulgence but I'm totally fine with that, money well spent in my eyes!"

“I have ultra-sensitive skin prone to redness and eczema, and I am constantly recommending the whole Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience line to other people who have the same skin type,” says Senior Lifestyle Editor Karen Silas. 

“I put the Soothing Treatment Lotion ($26) in a spray bottle to use when my skin needs immediate calming, the moisturizer is part of my daily skincare regimen, and I cannot live without the Serum every morning! It’s so soothing and keeps my skin calm all day. It's 100% worth the price.”

HELLO’s resident beauty fanatic Carla Challis also is a faithful user of Skinceuticals. "After a visit to laser expert Debbie Thomas, I was recommended the Skinceuticals CE Ferulic for daily use and yes, I hate that it's as good as she said it would be! Some people are put off by the smell and color (a watery orange/brown) but with skincare and me, anything goes. I use it before moisturizer in the morning and it gives my skin a consistent glow - I notice when I don't use it. It's pricey, I agree, but a little goes a long way and a bottle lasts me a few months."

“Lots of Charlotte Tilbury beauty products have gone viral, from the Hollywood Flawless Filter to the Beauty Highlighter Wand - but the Magic Cream isn’t just trending, it’s a longtime classic,” says Karen Silas. “Salma Hayek and Amal Clooney apparently use it, so it comes with good references! I first tried it a few years ago, and I love the way it makes my skin feel. As I age I really can appreciate how it plumps my skin. It’s so moisturizing and smells great and also works so well under makeup – and the Night Cream is just as fabulous. I give both a 10 out of 10.”

“I love trying new serums but have found it hard to find the perfect one for my skin,” says Deputy Online Editor Sharnaz Shahid. “Luckily for me, a friend suggested Medik8 C-Tetra Serum and I think it's one of the best beauty products I use on a daily basis. It makes my skin feel incredible and so much brighter - this teamed with the Medik8 Advanced Day Total Protect SPF30 is a total combination winner. My makeup over the serum and cream holds perfectly and lasts all day long. My dry skin now feels really soft and hydrated.”