Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water for combination and oily skin — Alice’s tried-and-tested green-style gym wipe. Mid-range Amazon UK.

Clean Skin Club Clean Towels — disposable dermatologist-approved face towels for post-gym wipe and dry. Mid-range Amazon UK.

DHC Blotting Paper 3-pack — portable oil-absorbing sheets for shiny T-zones on the walk home. Mid-range Amazon UK.

CeraVe Foaming Cleanser travel 88ml — gym-bag gel rinse for normal to oily skin after micellar wipe. Mid-range Amazon UK.

La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Oil Control Invisible Fluid SPF50+ — mattifying facial sunscreen for oily UK faces. Mid-range Amazon UK.

Eucerin Oil Control Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+ — satin-matte facial SPF for oily UK skin. Mid-range Amazon UK.

e.l.f. SKIN Holy Hydration! Sleeping Mask: affordable overnight/rinse-off hydrating mask Marie Claire flagged for dry winter skin — ceramides + HA without prestige pricing.

The INKEY List 2% Hyaluronic Acid Serum: drugstore multi-weight HA humectant serum for dehydrated-feeling skin — accessible Marie Claire–style hydration, not prestige pricing.

e.l.f. Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray: a hydrating, dewy-finish mist that grips makeup — the dry-skin setting spray lane vs matte oily-skin sprays.

The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane: a light face oil dry-skin Redditors mix into cream or use as a last step to lock moisture.

Aquaphor Healing Ointment: an occlusive seal dry-skin Redditors layer over cream overnight on flaky patches.

Aveeno Calm + Restore Nourishing Oat Cleanser: a gentle oat cleanser dry and sensitive-skin threads name when foaming washes feel too stripping.

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 473ml: the long-running drugstore cleanser dry/sensitive threads still recommend as a basic non-foaming wash.

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+: a thick, fragrance-free multi-purpose balm dry-skin Redditors use as a night seal when skin feels tight or flaky.

Illiyoon Ceramide ATO Concentrate Cream: a thick K-beauty barrier cream r/AsianBeauty dry-skin users repurchase as a sealing staple.

CeraVe Moisturising Cream 454g tub: the classic ceramides + hyaluronic cream dry-skin Redditors reach for on face and body.

Aestura Atobarrier 365 Cream: a K-beauty ceramide barrier cream dry and dehydrated-skin forums call life-changing in dry climates.

Korean gochujang-style chilli paste made with sun-dried chillies — sweet, savoury and gently fiery.

Belazu's aromatic Moroccan-style tagine paste — warm spices in a jar for slow-cooked, fragrant dinners.

Blue Dragon's Thai green curry paste — fresh, herby and fragrant, ready to go.

Mae Ploy's authentic Thai massaman curry paste — rich, mild and warmly spiced.

Mae Ploy's authentic Thai panang curry paste — thick, rich and nutty with a gentle kick.

Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavour Sauce: the viral Korean fire-noodle sauce in a squeezy bottle, for adding that Buldak heat to any noodles, rice or chicken.

NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop Mattifying Powder: a pressed powder made to soak up shine and keep a soft-matte finish without that flat, floury look. Comes in multiple shades.

Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder: the finely milled loose powder that sets makeup with a soft, blurred finish and almost no added colour.

Rimmel Stay Matte Pressed Powder: the classic UK high-street compact for knocking back shine on the go. Comes in multiple shades.

Maybelline Fit Me Matte + Poreless Powder: a lightweight pressed powder made to mattify and soften the look of pores. Comes in multiple shades.

ONE/SIZE Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder: a viral loose setting powder made for baking, blurring and serious shine control. Comes in multiple shades.

essence All About Matt! Fixing Compact Powder: a translucent pressed powder made to set makeup and mattify for pennies.

innisfree No-Sebum Mineral Powder: a cult K-beauty loose powder made to soak up oil and leave skin looking soft and matte.

Revolution Loose Baking Powder: a budget loose powder for baking, setting and controlling shine. Comes in multiple shades.

wet n wild Photo Focus Loose Setting Powder: a budget loose powder made to set makeup and keep shine down for photos and long days.

L'Oréal Paris Infallible 24H Fresh Wear Powder Foundation: a buildable pressed powder foundation with a matte finish for coverage and shine control in one. Comes in multiple shades.

PROPER lightly sea salted popcorn: airy, crunchy wholegrain popcorn with a light salt finish.

LOVE CORN roasted crunchy corn kernels with sea salt — a loud, satisfying alternative to crisps.

Blue Dragon sweet chilli and garlic stir fry sauce — the budget bottle for upgrading cheap noodles or chicken.

Lee Kum Kee chilli garlic sauce: a concentrated paste for noodles, stir-fries and marinades.

Hippeas organic chickpea puffs in a cheesy flavour — light, airy crisps alternative.

KIND dark chocolate nuts and sea salt bar — a gym-bag sweet with real nuts.

Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush: a buildable liquid blush that comes in many shades for cheeks that last.

Laura Geller Baked Balance-n-Brighten Color Correcting Foundation: a baked powder foundation that comes in multiple shades.

The Inkey List Salicylic Acid Cleanser: a budget gel cleanser with salicylic acid for a fresher-feeling wash.

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant: a classic leave-on salicylic treatment for smoother-looking skin.

Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil: a glossy hair oil mist/oil for softer-looking ends and shine.

ONE/SIZE On 'Til Dawn Setting Spray: a fine mist that helps lock makeup and keep shine looking under control.

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Matte Setting Spray: a mattifying mist designed to lock makeup with a softer shine finish.

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray: the long-wear classic mist for locking makeup through long days.

Maybelline Lasting Fix Matte Setting Spray: a high-street matte mist for locking makeup without a designer price tag.

Kosas Revealer Concealer: a skincare-leaning concealer that comes in 28 shades for under-eyes and spot coverage.

Torriden DIVE-IN Soothing Cream 100ml: a light, watery gel-cream with low molecular hyaluronic acid for a fresh, hydrated feel.

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-Fresh Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++ 50ml: the lighter, fresher version of the cult Relief Sun.

The countertop slushie machine that turns your kitchen into a frozen-drinks bar. Five presets, endless flavour combos.

Ninja's ice cream maker with a built-in soft-serve swirl. Whip up scoops, soft serve, frozen yoghurt and more at home.

A cordless stick vac with a light that reveals hidden dust and pet hair. Converts to a handheld for sofas and stairs.

The insulated bottle with a two-way spout: sip through the straw or swig from the top. Keeps drinks cold for hours.

An overnight K-beauty mask that wraps skin in a peel-off layer. Wake up to bouncy, glowy, glass-skin vibes.

A mascara-style wand that tames flyaways and baby hairs in seconds. Pocket-sized for sleek styles on the go.

A creamy lip liner made for defining and contouring for a fuller-looking pout. Smooth, blendable and long-wearing.

An 8-in-1 air styler that dries, curls, smooths, volumises and diffuses. Auto-wrap barrels make curling easy.

The rotating curling iron that wraps hair for you at the touch of a button. Beachy waves made easy.

A lightweight tinted serum with colour-correcting pigments that shift as you blend. Natural, skin-like coverage with a healthy glow.

A K-beauty full-face sheet mask with a lifting band. A pampering ritual for skin that looks firm, smooth and refreshed.

A creamy putty blush that melts into a soft, natural flush. Comes in eight island-inspired shades, so there's a pop of colour for every mood.

The sleek Japanese hair dryer that's taken over TikTok. Lightweight, travel-friendly and made for smooth, glossy blow-dries.

The famous peel-off lip stain that reveals long-lasting colour. Comes in 20 shades, from soft pinks to deep berries.

A milky K-beauty toner with collagen, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide for bouncy, glowy, glass-skin vibes.

Soft, disposable face towels for a fresh, clean dry every time. Big, plush and perfect for your skincare routine.

Shark's LED face mask with a cooling touch. A futuristic at-home skin ritual for a glowy, refreshed look.

An at-home IPL device with a cooling window for smooth-looking skin. Sleek, quick and easy to use.

A neck cream with a built-in gua sha head. Massage it in for a smooth, firm-looking neck and jawline.

A coconut and shea oil foaming mousse that defines curls, tames frizz and adds shine. Light, bouncy and quick drying.

The iconic lip liner behind endless viral lip combos. Comes in a huge range of shades to shape, define and fill.

The iconic sheer berry lip tint with a comfy balm feel. Swipe-and-go colour that flatters every skin tone, from desk to date night.

Charlotte Tilbury's cult complexion booster. Wear alone, mix with foundation or use as a highlighter for soft-focus glow. Comes in a wide shade range.

e.l.f. Lash XTNDR: a tubing mascara for long, lifted, defined lashes that look like extensions.

Dr.Althea 345 Relief Cream (version 2): a light, bouncy moisturiser with niacinamide, ceramides and centella for calm, radiant skin.

Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum: lightweight hydration with PDRN, hyaluronic acid and collagen for bouncy, lit-from-within skin.

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+: a lightweight, radiant daily sunscreen with no white cast.

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner 240ml: a gentle evening exfoliator for smoother, brighter, radiant skin.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O 500ml: the iconic gentle micellar water that removes makeup with no rinsing. Loved by sensitive skin.

COLOR WOW One-Minute Transformation 120ml: an anti-frizz styling cream with avocado oil for smooth, polished hair in seconds.

Hair Syrup Rapunzel Pre-Wash Hair Oil 300ml: a nourishing blend of grapefruit, almond and castor oils for a glossy hair ritual.

Glaze Supergloss 190ml: a colour-conditioning gloss for glossy, rich-looking hair in 10 minutes. Comes in a choice of shades to boost your colour.

TYMO CURLPRO 1-inch automatic rotating curler: press a button for effortless, bouncy curls at home.

The Pink Stuff Miracle Cleaning Paste 850g: the iconic multi-surface paste that lifts tough marks for satisfying sparkle.

medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0, 70 pads: dual-sided pads with BHA and AHA to help skin look smooth and pores look refined.

BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Overnight Mask, 4 pack: a hydrogel sheet mask with collagen and hyaluronic acid for plump, glassy skin.

medicube PDRN Jelly Gel Mask, 4 pack: a cooling jelly mask with PDRN and collagen for plump, refreshed, healthy-looking skin.

Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara: a flexible brush and buildable formula for long, lifted, full-looking lashes.

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser: a creamy, gentle cleanser with ceramides and hyaluronic acid for soft, hydrated skin.

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water 700ml: a gentle, no-rinse makeup remover and cleanser for all skin types.

Maybelline Instant Anti Age Eraser Concealer: a creamy, sponge-tip concealer for bright, fresh-looking under-eyes. Comes in a range of shades to match your tone.

Heated Electric Throw Blanket 160x130cm: soft, warm and cosy, with heat settings and a timer for snug evenings.

Dr. Beckmann Washing Machine Cleaner: an easy hot-cycle cleaner for a fresh machine and fresher-smelling laundry.

Utopia Bedding Fitted Sheet, Double: soft brushed microfibre with deep pockets for a snug, smooth, easy-care fit.

NOONI Appleberry Lip Oil: a glossy, plant-oil lip oil with a pretty tint and fruity scent for juicy lips.

Dr.Melaxin Peel Shot White Rice Peeling Ampoule: a gentle roll-up exfoliator with rice extract for smooth, luminous skin.

Dr.Melaxin Peel Shot Black Rice Peeling Ampoule: a roll-up exfoliator with black rice extract for oily and combination skin.

medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Multi Balm Stick: a mess-free balm with PDRN and collagen for a fresh glow on the go.

LANEIGE Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum: a glossy, peptide lip serum with a sheer wash of tint. Comes in a choice of juicy shades.