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7 beauty products from Lookfantastic that Mumsnet made me buy

Lookfantastic offers an unbeatable choice of beauty products at prices you’ll love, so we’ve rounded up the top picks from our Mumsnet community.

By Rebecca Roberts | Last updated Aug 13, 2024

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Beauty products from Lookfantastic that Mumsnet made me buy

If you want a one-stop shop for all your beauty needs, Lookfantastic is an online retailer with more than 20,000 products from over 660 top brands. So whether you're looking for beauty on a budget, luxury indulgences or a focus on clean and organic formulas, Lookfantastic's wide choice can cater to your skincare and beauty needs. Plus, they welcome new brands to their website daily.

Lookfantastic also offers a generous choice of discounts on top products and bundles - so you can always get more bang for your buck. For just £9.90 per year, you can get Premier Delivery which offers unlimited delivery on everything, including same day. Ideal for those last-minute emergencies!

I've used them lots, they are great, fast delivery, prices [are] excellent.

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Our team at MNHQ has been keeping an eye on the top Lookfantastic buys made by our Mumsnet users. Searching through our Talk boards, we've rounded up the most popular recommendations that are worth every penny. Keep reading to find the top beauty picks that will have you saying 'Mumsnet made me buy it'.

1. Let’s start with this very affordable serum from The Ordinary. It contains a powerful dose of Argireline, which is a peptide renowned for minimising fine lines and wrinkles.

The Ordinary 10% Argireline Solution 30ml, £7 | View here at Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “The Argireline is brilliant for forehead lines. It's watery so apply before other serums, cream etc. I just put a drop directly on my forehead, head slightly up. I am 77 and my forehead is quite smooth after a few days of using this.” Flur

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2. Love a no make-up look? This tinted moisturiser by NARS a glowy finish that’s buildable, long-lasting and has added protection of SPF 30 in it.

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser, £37 | View here at Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “The NARS tinted moisturiser is amazing! Not too much but not too little coverage, a lovely glowy finish and stays all day. I use it with their powder and concealer.” ThatsBalderdash

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3. This serum from Dr Perricone brightens and smooths out the delicate skin on your eyelids. Our Mumsnetters say the formula glides on with ease and offers a subtle tint.

Perricone MD No Makeup Eyeshadow, £8 | View here at  Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “Dr Perricone No Makeup eyeshadow, it comes in a few shades to match skin tones. It's a very lightweight formula that glides on (I just use my fingers, it's really idiot proof). Very subtle, as the name suggests, doesn't look like makeup, very much just like your own lids but better. It has a sort of brightening effect.” botemp

4. Want a sunscreen that protects, hydrates and doesn’t mess up your make-up? This spray from Garnier delivers a light mist that’s packed with SPF 50 protection.

Garnier Ambre Solaire Over Makeup Super UV Protection Mist SPF50, £9 | View here at Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “The Ambre Solaire Over Makeup spray is great and doesn't sting. Only £8, I used it all last summer and it lasted well even on holiday in 45 degree heat.” JesusMaryAndJosephAndTheWeeDon

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5. This setting powder from By Terry has earned high praise from our Mumsnetters, with one even calling it her ‘Holy Grail product’.

By Terry Hyaluronic Hydra-Powder 8HA, £42 | View here at Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “This is my Holy Grail product - best by far for me.” bigchanges1

6. If you think your brows are a little sparse, this brow dye from Eylure offers a natural-looking tint in just 15 minutes - and it can last for up to six weeks.

Eylure Dybrow Brow Dye - Dark Brown, £8 | View here at Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “It's AMAZING!! My brows look just like they do after I've spent ages every morning lining and filling them.” Anjelika 

7. This face oil sunscreen from Eucerin is designed for oily skin and the non-greasy formula protects without clogging pores.

Eucerin Sun Face Oil Control Sun Gel-Cream Dry Touch SPF50+, £14 | View here at Lookfantastic

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I've been using Eucerin oil control for years and have damage only in places I've missed, which is basically the very sides of my face close to my chin, also my upper lip.” TheOGCCL

About Lookfantastic

As Europe’s number one online premium beauty retailer, LOOKFANTASTIC® is the ultimate destination for all your beauty needs. 

About the author

Kat Romero is a writer and journalist with over a decade’s experience in the industry. Hailing from London, she has become experienced in scouring the market to find the latest and best products and services that are designed to make parents’ lives easier. 

Away from her desk, Kat can be found consuming far too much coffee and spending her weekends with her toddler and partner - soaking up the sights of London and sampling anything new and exciting that has opened up within walking distance.

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