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What’s the big deal about retinol?

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Retinol is one of the biggest buzzwords in beauty thanks to its anti-ageing effects. Here’s how to add it to your skincare routine.
On the quest for great skin? Find out why retinol is the answer to your most pressing complexion concerns – plus meet some of our favourite retinol-rich super products.
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WHAT IS RETINOL?

Retinol (also sometimes found in ingredients lists as ‘retinoids’) is a derivate of vitamin A, which is the key nutrient for boosting cell turnover in the body. When applied topically, this powerhouse ingredient promotes skin renewal, brightens the complexion, smooths and refines the skin’s surface, reduces acne and boosts collagen production. It’s an effective solution to most of our skincare woes, so it’s not difficult to see why so many beauty houses are adding it to their products.

WHY USE RETINOL?

As you age, your skin’s cell turnover rate slows down, causing it to appear dry, dull and wrinkled. Unlike most topical products, retinol is able to penetrate the skin deeply enough to be effective at a cellular level, assisting the regeneration process. If used consistently over time, it’s able to resurface and transform your complexion.

WHEN TO USE RETINOL

Incorporate retinol into your skincare regimen gradually, as this powerful ingredient causes cells to shed faster than normal, which can make skin sensitive initially. Start with a gentle formula, using it twice a week as part of your night-time routine. This will give your skin time to get used to the product. It’s important to use retinol products at night rather than during the day, as retinol breaks down in sunlight. You should also invest in a good-quality sunscreen, if you’re not already using one, as the faster cell turnover will make your skin more susceptible to UV rays.

OUR RETINOL HEROES

Ready to start using a retinol-infused elixir? We thought so. Here are a few of our favourite products, and why we love them.
ELIZABETH ARDEN
Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum 60 Capsules
965
These mono-dose capsules are ideal as they dispense the perfect amount of product, so you can be sure you’re not overdoing it, leading to sensitivity.

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DIOR
One Essential Skin Boosting Super Serum 30ml
1585
This hard-working serum not only targets environmental toxins like pollution, but also protects the skin from indoor toxins, including glue, varnishes and radiation from electronic devices, too.
ESTÉE LAUDER
Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II 30ml
890
This super serum already has a major cult following, and it’s not difficult to see why. Working with the power of the skin’s natural recovery process while you sleep, it promotes night-time purification that helps reduce the visible signs of ageing.

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 FILORGA
Meso+ Absolute Anti-ageing Serum
1010
Combining some of the most effective active ingredients, including retinol and hyaluronic acid, this clever formula mimics the effects of injectable plumping agents, leaving skin visibly smoother and more radiant.

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The Drop: January’s new beauty products

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We’re here to let you know about the best beauty launches this month including MAC, Revlon and Dior!
The start of the new year is the perfect time to refresh your beauty arsenal. These new lust-worthy beauty drops are topping our list.

LANCÔME
La Nuit Trésor 50ml EDP 
1350
Rich and exotic, La Nuit Trésor is the house of Lancôme’s first ‘Gourmand Woody Floriental’ perfume. A bewitching scent, it opens with a burst of delicious raspberry interlaced with vanilla tahitensis orchid and enhanced by notes of damascena rose, giving the fragrance a deep and mysterious allure.

MAC 
Powder Kiss Lipstick 
250
Best known for its beloved matte lipsticks, MAC has now released a new lipstick formula called Powder Kiss. Designed to look more like a soft-focus stain, this weightless lipstick leaves your lips feeling moisturised while providing creamy, buildable colour.


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BENEFIT 
Vanity Flare Palette 
595 
If you’re looking for the perfect everyday neutral palette then consider Benefit’s latest launch, Vanity Flare. Featuring twelve shades in three finishes – soft matte, satin and shimmer – this portable and purse-friendly palette comes with the usual signature tips and tricks to make it easy to blend and build with these rich shades.


ELIZABETH ARDEN
Beautiful Color Bold Defining Felt-Tip Liquid Eyeliner 
285
The latest launch from Elizabeth Arden helps you create the perfect feline flick with ease. Intensely pigmented, the felt-tip liner allows you to draw both fine and bold lines with a single swipe. And perhaps best of all, the formula is quick drying, waterproof and smudgeproof.

REVLON
PhotoReady Color Correcting Pens 
199.99
A true magic wand, what sets Revlon’s colour correcting pens apart from the others is the 3D colour correcting pigments designed to work with your skin to neutralise imperfections instead of covering them up.

LANCÔME
Rose Sugar Scrub 
499
Infused with rose water, real sugar grains and honey, Lancôme’s latest exfoliator is so gentle it can be used on all skin types. Great for dissolving away impurities and removing dead skin cells, this delightful scrub leaves the skin looking smooth, plump and glowing. 

DIOR 
Capture Youth Intense Rescue Age-Defying Revitalizing Oil-Serum 
1685
Dior continues its Capture Youth journey by introducing a new intensive treatment, Intense Rescue Age-Defying Revitalizing Oil-Serum. Combining the power of a revitalising serum with the nourishment of oil, this hero product helps restore lipids and protect skin that is extremely dry or fatigued.


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THE DROP: This month's new beauty products at Edgars

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We’re here to let you know about the best and most talked about beauty launches, including Sisley, Elizabeth Arden and Benefit!


Where else can you find such a vast array of products, from skincare and fragrance to colour cosmetics, under one roof? Your favourite beauty destination brings only the best in store for all your beauty needs. Here are the latest product launches to covet.
BOBBI BROWN
Luxe Liquid Lip Velvet Matte Lipsticks 
525 each

Finally, Bobbi Brown has jumped on the matte liquid-lip bandwagon, and boy has it been worth the wait! Created with powder pigments and wild mango butter, these captivating lip formulas deliver lush, comfortable wear and vivid matte colour for up to 12 hours.


EXCLUSIVE TO EDGARS
SISLEY
Velvet Nourishing Cream with Saffron flowers 
2480 

Worth every penny, this ultra-luxurious, plant-based moisturiser will not only make your skin glow, but will also offer major hydration benefits – and we love that it smells divine to boot. Best of all, it can be used in the morning as well as in the evening, as it boasts benefits for day and night.


ELIZABETH ARDEN
Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum
965 for 60 capsules

A serious beauty buzzword, retinol is having a major moment. Elizabeth Arden's latest launch brings this sought-after anti-ageing ingredient to your night-time skincare routine. The formula is housed in a microcapsule that guarantees precise application and because it’s combined with soothing ceramides, it’s extra gentle on the skin.


EXCLUSIVE TO EDGARS
BENEFIT
Brow Contour Pro 4-in1 Defining Highlighting Pencil
495 

 You might be thinking, another brow product, Benefit? Really? But trust us, it’s a real winner! This innovative 4-in-1 pencil features a lighter brow shade, deeper brow shade, edge definer and an arch highlighter to create clean, shaped brows with depth and dimension.



DIOR
J’Adore Absolu Spray 50ml EDP
1895

 A new edition of Dior’s J’Adore collection, this incredibly lush composition blends voluptuous and sensual floral absolutes like grass jasmine, Indian tuberose and rose Centifolia to create a delectable and sensual feminine fragrance.



REVLON
PhotoReady Insta-filter Foundation
259

 This innovative formula works on all skin types and utilises high-definition filter technology to blur and soften the appearance of fine lines. The built-in blender makes for easy, on-the-go application and helps you buff this long-lasting foundation into the skin, evening it out and creating a smooth canvas.



CLARINS
Limited Edition Sunkissed Summer Collection Bronzing Compact 
560

 With the most beautiful flamingo packaging and a trio of matte tones, this latest bronzing compact is all you need to perfectly sculpt and highlight your features, and is designed to create a soft-focus glowing effect that blurs fine lines and imperfections for a luminous, radiant complexion.



FILORGA
NCEF - Night Mask Supreme Multi-Correction Night Mask
899

 Give tired, stressed-out skin some relief with Filorga’s latest ultra-regenerating night mask. Containing a cocktail of active ingredients, this gel-mask texture is very quickly absorbed. From the very first application, the skin appears more radiant, firm and well rested upon waking.


THE DROP: This month's new beauty products at Edgars

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We’re here to let you know about the best and most talked about beauty launches, including Sisley, Elizabeth Arden and Benefit!


Where else can you find such a vast array of products, from skincare and fragrance to colour cosmetics, under one roof? Your favourite beauty destination brings only the best in store for all your beauty needs. Here are the latest product launches to covet.
BOBBI BROWN
Luxe Liquid Lip Velvet Matte Lipsticks 
525 each

Finally, Bobbi Brown has jumped on the matte liquid-lip bandwagon, and boy has it been worth the wait! Created with powder pigments and wild mango butter, these captivating lip formulas deliver lush, comfortable wear and vivid matte colour for up to 12 hours.


EXCLUSIVE TO EDGARS
SISLEY
Velvet Nourishing Cream with Saffron flowers 
2480 

Worth every penny, this ultra-luxurious, plant-based moisturiser will not only make your skin glow, but will also offer major hydration benefits – and we love that it smells divine to boot. Best of all, it can be used in the morning as well as in the evening, as it boasts benefits for day and night.


ELIZABETH ARDEN
Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum
965 for 60 capsules

A serious beauty buzzword, retinol is having a major moment. Elizabeth Arden's latest launch brings this sought-after anti-ageing ingredient to your night-time skincare routine. The formula is housed in a microcapsule that guarantees precise application and because it’s combined with soothing ceramides, it’s extra gentle on the skin.


EXCLUSIVE TO EDGARS
BENEFIT
Brow Contour Pro 4-in1 Defining Highlighting Pencil
495 

 You might be thinking, another brow product, Benefit? Really? But trust us, it’s a real winner! This innovative 4-in-1 pencil features a lighter brow shade, deeper brow shade, edge definer and an arch highlighter to create clean, shaped brows with depth and dimension.



DIOR
J’Adore Absolu Spray 50ml EDP
1895

 A new edition of Dior’s J’Adore collection, this incredibly lush composition blends voluptuous and sensual floral absolutes like grass jasmine, Indian tuberose and rose Centifolia to create a delectable and sensual feminine fragrance.



REVLON
PhotoReady Insta-filter Foundation
259

 This innovative formula works on all skin types and utilises high-definition filter technology to blur and soften the appearance of fine lines. The built-in blender makes for easy, on-the-go application and helps you buff this long-lasting foundation into the skin, evening it out and creating a smooth canvas.



CLARINS
Limited Edition Sunkissed Summer Collection Bronzing Compact 
560

 With the most beautiful flamingo packaging and a trio of matte tones, this latest bronzing compact is all you need to perfectly sculpt and highlight your features, and is designed to create a soft-focus glowing effect that blurs fine lines and imperfections for a luminous, radiant complexion.



FILORGA
NCEF - Night Mask Supreme Multi-Correction Night Mask
899

 Give tired, stressed-out skin some relief with Filorga’s latest ultra-regenerating night mask. Containing a cocktail of active ingredients, this gel-mask texture is very quickly absorbed. From the very first application, the skin appears more radiant, firm and well rested upon waking.


Glowing skin and beach hair goals

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Smooth, sun-kissed skin, a bronzed, glowing complexion, and beachy hair waves will ensure you look your poolside best this summer.

Radiant skin made easy

Harsh summer temperatures can leave your body looking dry, dehydrated, and ashy. The best way to ensure that the golden glow of your face radiates onto the rest of your body is to regularly exfoliate, as this will buff away any dead skin cells on the surface to reveal a silky-smooth outer layer. Thereafter, moisturise with an SPF-loaded hydrating lotion or body cream, and lastly, for those wanting a sun-kissed sheen, adding a body product infused with bronzer or golden shimmery pigments will leave you with an enviable faux-holiday glow.

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Clever ways to skip foundation

A summer tan should leave your skin radiantly glowing and more evenly toned. Therefore, when it comes to choosing a make-up look, we recommend ditching foundation entirely — just spot-treat imperfections with a concealer. To further enhance your golden skin, dust a deep bronzer all over your face including your collarbone, add a wash of copper to your lids, a rose flush to your cheeks and a glossy nude to your lips — the perfect beach-to-bar look, for sure!

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Keep your skin hydrated throughout the day

On those sweltering days, you need to keep your skin hydrated with every step of your beauty routine, as well as throughout the day. Try adding a hydrating mist to your regime. A waterproof mascara, cream blusher and juicy lip stain are great make-up must-haves that also beat the heat and have major staying power.

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Products to beat your skin's nemesis: UV rays

It goes without saying that applying sunscreen year-round is essential but during the summer months you’ve got to be on high alert. If you are planning to spend a full day outdoors you can never be too prepared. Apart from applying a high-factor sunscreen, it would also be wise to layer on make-up with a built-in SPF, as well as protect your face with accessories such as hats and sunglasses.

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Photography: Gavin Kleinschmidt, hair & make-up: Renee De Wit/Gloss Artist, model: Joyce/Fusion Models

Beauty products to toss into your beach bag

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Pack these items into your tote for a prepared and fuss-free day at the beach. From a high-factor SPF to hydrating tints, we have what you need.
Sometimes in life you need to be extra prepared. So we've helped you by listing all the products you could possibly need to take you from a day at the beach to a refreshing sundowner.

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Water-saving beauty products to use right now

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We round up the products you can use that don't need water to be effective. Here's to beauty with a conscience this season.

We can never be too cautious when it comes to our natural resources. In light of the on-going drought, when it comes to beauty, it’s time to turn off the taps. 
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The news is filled with coverage of parched areas of our country, water restrictions are in force in many large metros, even hotels have signs in the rooms, encouraging guests to reuse towels and linen to minimise laundry and water wastage. You might wonder what all this has to do with cosmetics, but if you think about how much water you use to cleanse your skin twice daily, you'll realise that it quickly adds up to hundreds of litres every day. To help combat water wastage, forward-thinking cosmetics brands are continuously breaking boundaries, finding innovative waterless solutions in products that are more concentrated to deliver phenomenal results.

Waterless cleansers and make-up wipes

One of the most crucial steps to ensure you maintain a clear complexion is removing every trace of make-up at the end of the day. Cleansing wipes are convenient as they remove excess grime before you cleanse and allow you to freshen up on the go.

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Moisturising hand sanitisers don't need water

From keyboards and phones to handling cash and grabbing door handles, our hands are constantly exposed to germs and bad bacteria. When water isn’t available, your best bet is a germ-busting hand sanitiser. Look out for a formula with moisturising properties, as these won’t dry out your skin

Micellar water explained

Micellar water is one of the most ingenious beauty innovations to help with water conservation. It’s a gentle liquid that not only sucks up make-up, dirt and oil but also adds moisture to the skin so that it stays plump and hydrated. All you have to do is pour some on a cotton pad, wipe it across your face and you’re done. It doesn’t leave any residue behind and it’s safe for even the most sensitive skin.

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Out: wet-washing your hair; in: dry-washing your hair

If having a good hair day is a top priority, investing in a dry shampoo will keep you from needing to wash daily, which dries up your hair’s natural oils. Dry shampoos absorb any excess oil that makes your hair look dirty, and also add volume to fine, limp hair.

Balms that remove dirt and grime

Made from a concentrated blend of oil and wax, cleansing balms can take the place of traditional cleansers and don’t require any water. Gently massage some product on your face, allowing it to melt away dirt and make-up, then wipe it off with a cloth. Best suited for dry or sensitive skin.

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