BEAUTY FAVOURITES - DECEMBER 2025

My December beauty favourites are officially in — and I have to say, this month’s line-up is strong.

Think elevated staples, full-glam essentials, and some seriously luxurious skincare that’s been getting me through cold weather, heavy make-up days and retinoid season.

If you’re new here: each month I share 10 products I’ve genuinely been obsessed with — the ones I reach for on repeat and couldn’t imagine my routine without. December’s edit is a juicy mix of skincare heroes and make-up staples that have earned a permanent spot on my top shelf.

Let’s get into it…

BUBBLE — MAGIC MELT MICELLAR MILK

As many of you will know, I completely fell in love with another product from this brand last year — the Cosmic Silk Milky Toner, which has become an absolute staple in my routine. I reach for it almost daily, so naturally it pushed me to try something else from Bubble.

Enter: this micellar milk — and safe to say, I love it nearly as much.

I wanted something gentle but effective that I could use on heavier, full-glam makeup days to break down that initial layer of product before going in with my cleansing balm or oil. This fits the brief perfectly. I apply a generous amount to a cotton pad and use it to loosen everything up — foundation, SPF, lashes, the lot.

It does exactly what it says on the tin, feels lovely on the skin, and I’m officially sold.

NATURIUM — NIACINAMIDE CLEANSING GELEE 3%

A firm favourite in my rotation right now — and, in my opinion, a serious upgrade from the Byoma Creamy Jelly Cleanser I was previously using.

This cleanser is super foamy but not drying in the slightest. It leaves my skin feeling properly clean, yet still hydrated and comfortable. I mainly use it as my morning cleanse, but I’ll also reach for it as a second cleanse in the evening depending on what my skin needs.

Such a good, no-fuss staple — I can already tell this is one I’ll be repurchasing.

NATASHA DENONA — HY-GLAM CONCEALER

This was a fairly new discovery towards the end of last year, but wow… it absolutely lives up to the hype.

Coverage-wise, it reminds me of the Hourglass Vanish Concealer, but it’s less matte, more hydrating, and silkier on the skin. The finish is a beautiful satin — not flat, not shiny — and it blends like an absolute dream.

I also have to shout out the shade range. It’s incredibly well thought out, diverse and undertone-inclusive. I went for a shade with a pinky undertone for under the eyes (blind buying online, might I add) and it’s perfect.

If you didn’t get on with Hourglass, or you’re simply in the market for a medium-to-full coverage concealer that looks natural and feels comfortable — this one is that girl.

VIEVE — SKIN NOVA

Last year was definitely the year of primers for me.

As a matte-skin girly, I’ve always leaned towards pore-filling, oil-controlling primers — but in 2025 I really started embracing glow. Skin Nova was one of those discoveries that completely won me over.

The texture is stunning, and it gives the skin the most gorgeous, radiant finish without ever tipping into greasy territory. I also love the subtle golden/bronze tint, especially at this time of year when I’m feeling a little paler than usual.

If you want luminous, healthy-looking skin without looking oily — you’ll love this.

ERBORIAN — CC CREAM

This is a product I initially fell in love with during the summer months, but come December, I dug it back out and remembered exactly why it’s so special.

For a CC cream, don’t be fooled — this has coverage. A tiny amount goes such a long way, and it’s perfect for days when I don’t want full glam but still want to look polished and put together.

Once I add a bit of concealer and powder, it’s giving a solid medium-to-full coverage beat with the most beautiful blurred finish. I’m obsessed all over again.

REFY — BROW TINT

2025 was the year I decided to take my brow game up a notch.

I’ve always used brown products, but recently I’ve been loving black-brown (or even black) brows for a bolder, more defined look — and this brow tint has completely won me over.

The hold is elite. Firm without being crispy, and just the right amount of pigment to add depth without making your brows look insane. I’ve been using the shade Black on days when I don’t want to properly fill in my brows but still want a little something.

Didn’t expect to love it this much — but I really do.

TATCHA — THE DEWY MILK MOISTURISER

This product… where do I even begin?

The texture alone deserves an award — it’s hands down one of the silkiest moisturisers I’ve ever tried. It delivers serious hydration without feeling heavy, and every time I use it I’m amazed at how good my skin looks.

The original Dewy Skin Cream (in the pot) sadly breaks me out, but this lighter milk version? Absolute perfection. If you found the original a bit too rich, please try this one instead.

Between cold weather and Tretinoin use, I’ve been experiencing some peeling lately — and this has completely saved my skin. I genuinely don’t think it’s dupeable.

EMMA LEWISHAM — SUNCEUTICAL SPF 50 MINERAL GLOW SERUM

This one surprised me.

When I first tried it, I wasn’t sure — the texture felt a bit unusual and the bronzy tint initially felt too much for me. So I retired it to my stash… and forgot about it.

Fast forward to a gym morning when I decided to give it another go — and suddenly, I got it.

Yes, it’s thicker and slightly sticky, but the glow it gives is unreal. It makes me look like I’ve just come back from holiday — which, honestly, I desperately need right now. It’s become a firm favourite in my gym skincare rotation, and despite the higher price point, I’d absolutely consider repurchasing.

TATCHA — THE CAMELLIA CLEANSING OIL

Yes, another Tatcha product — but when it comes to luxury skincare that actually works, they just don’t miss.

This cleansing oil is a joy to use. The thick, silky texture feels incredible on the skin and effortlessly melts away SPF and makeup, leaving my skin soft, nourished and comfortable — never greasy.

It’s definitely a step up price-wise from my previous Byoma Milky Oil Cleanser, but it’s worth every single penny. I’m utterly in love.

MORPHE — CHEEK THRILLS MULTI-FINISH BLUSH IN “AFTER PARTY”

I’d been on the hunt for a neutral, brown-toned blush to balance out my collection of pinks and peaches — especially for warmer looks or bold lips — and this trio ticked every box.

The shade After Party includes three stunning formulas: a cream blush, a buttery shimmer powder and a matte powder blush. All are beautifully pigmented, blend like a dream, and the tone is exactly what I was missing.

I’ve been reaching for this constantly, and I already know it’s going to stay firmly in my regular blush rotation.

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And that’s it! Have you tried any of these? Or are they going straight on your wishlist?

Leave a comment below — and I’ll see you next month!