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Agnes's Top 10Luxury Beauty
Spa day, every day. Ten splurge-worthy essentials for skin, hair and body that are actually worth the shelf space.
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Robe on. Towel turban tied. Glasses slightly fogged. This is my natural habitat, and I take it very seriously. Luxury beauty should feel like a treat, but it also has to deliver. A pretty jar that doesn't work is just an expensive paperweight.
Every pick on this list is a cult favorite with staying power: products people finish, repurchase and recommend to friends. You'll find skincare heroes for morning and night, a sunscreen even sensitive skin loves, hair care that tames frizz and adds shine, the brow and lash essentials that finish a face, and a body cream that smells like a vacation.
Luxury pricing makes it extra important to use things well, so I made a free skincare tracker that shows you how to layer these products morning and night, what not to mix, and when to replace what's open. And if you want to go deeper, I've included my favorite no-nonsense skincare book, too.
Agnes says: Want to know what I'm reading between face masks? Skincare by Caroline Hirons, in Kindle or audiobook. It explains routines and ingredients in plain English. Grab it below, plus my free skincare tracker.
Agnes's Top 10 Luxury Beauty Picks
My spa-day lineup, from overnight lip care to the body cream everyone asks about.
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LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask, Berry
The overnight lip treatment with a cult following for a reason. A generous layer before bed, and you wake up to softer, smoother lips. The berry scent is a bonus, and one little pot lasts a surprisingly long time.
Best for: Dry, chapped lips and anyone who loves a bedtime ritual
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2
EltaMD UV Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 46
The sunscreen dermatologists keep recommending. Zinc oxide protection with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, in an oil-free, lightweight formula that plays nicely with makeup and sensitive, breakout-prone skin. The most important step in any luxury routine.
Best for: Sensitive, acne-prone or redness-prone skin, every single morning
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TATCHA The Dewy Skin Cream
A rich, cushiony moisturizer with Japanese purple rice and hyaluronic acid that leaves skin plump and glowing. The jar alone looks like it belongs in a spa, and the texture feels like one.
Best for: Normal to dry skin that wants a dewy glow
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4
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
A luxurious balm that melts into an oil to dissolve makeup and sunscreen, then rinses to a milk that leaves skin soft, never stripped. It turns your nightly cleanse into a mini facial.
Best for: Makeup wearers and double-cleanse devotees
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Sunday Riley Good Genes All-in-One Lactic Acid Treatment
A lactic acid treatment that gently exfoliates for brighter, smoother-looking skin, often visible after just a few uses. Use it a few nights a week, and always follow with sunscreen the next morning.
Best for: Dull skin, uneven tone and rough texture
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Grande Cosmetics GrandeLASH-MD Lash Enhancing Serum
A peptide and vitamin-infused serum that you swipe along the lash line to help lashes look longer, thicker and fuller over time. Ophthalmologist tested and cruelty-free. Patience and consistency pay off.
Best for: Anyone who wants fuller-looking lashes without extensions
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COLOR WOW Dream Coat Anti-Humidity Frizz Control Spray
Spray it on damp hair, blow-dry, and the heat activates a humidity-proof coating for that sleek, glassy finish that lasts through rainy days. A must for anyone who's fought frizz and lost.
Best for: Frizz-prone hair and humid climates
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Olaplex N°.7 Bonding Hair Oil
A lightweight, concentrated oil that adds serious shine and softness, with heat protection up to 450°F. Use a few drops on wet or dry hair. It's a tiny bottle that goes a long way.
Best for: Dull, heat-styled or color-treated hair
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Anastasia Beverly Hills Clear Brow Gel
The brow gel makeup artists reach for. It sets brows in place with a flexible, invisible hold and a precise spoolie, without flaking or crunch. Groomed brows make every look feel finished.
Best for: Taming and setting brows, alone or over brow products
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SOL DE JANEIRO Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
A fast-absorbing body cream with caffeine-rich guaraná and cupuaçu butter that leaves skin soft and visibly smoother. Plus that famous pistachio-and-salted-caramel scent people will ask you about.
Best for: All-over body care and a daily dose of vacation
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An award-winning bestseller from an experienced aesthetician that cuts through the noise with straight-talking advice on building a routine, understanding ingredients and spending your skincare money wisely. Perfect for reading, or listening, between face masks.
How I choose luxury beauty essentials
- Worth the splurge. A luxury price has to come with results people notice and keep coming back for.
- Proven favorites. I favor cult classics with years of loyal fans over this month's buzzy launch.
- A pleasure to use. Texture, scent and packaging matter when you're treating yourself.
- Gentle and smart. I lean toward formulas that play well with others. Always patch test new products and check the ingredients if you have sensitive skin.
Formulas, sizes, prices and availability on Amazon change often, so check the current details and ingredient list on the product page before you buy. This page is for general information and isn't medical advice. See a dermatologist for skin concerns. Ready to build your routine? Grab the free tracker below.
Free: Agnes's Luxury Skincare Routine Tracker
Your AM and PM routine with these essentials, an ingredient pairing guide, a product expiration log and a weekly glow tracker. Printable.