BEAUTY FAVOURITES - FEBRUARY 2026

I feel like February was a real reset month for me.

Getting back into my routines, focusing on feeling good in myself and really leaning into the little things that make me feel put together.

These were the products I found myself reaching for consistently during that month: a mix of skincare, bodycare, haircare and make-up that genuinely made a difference to my routine…

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Arkive The Good Habit Hybrid Oil

This has firmly become my favourite and go-to hair oil.

I love using it on freshly styled hair after I’ve blow dried and straightened.It’s exactly as it says on the tin - the perfect fusion between a serum and an oil, with the perfect hybrid texture and consistency.

It smooths my dry ends without weighing my hair down or making it greasy, and it’s been a certain repurchase since I started using it.

Tatcha The Rice Wash

I am a teeny bit obsessed with this!

It’s the texture for me - it’s thick and foams up so beautifully but never leaves my skin feeling dry or stripped.

It leaves me feeling super clean but comfortable, and the smell is just the right amount of fragrance.

I really do love every single Tatcha product I’ve tried so far and I ain’t stopping anytime soon!

The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA

When it comes to dark spots, scarring from breakouts and pigmentation… this serum is that girl!

It’s lightweight, layers well with everything and helps with overall brightness and tone, as well as a lush boost of hydration from the hyaluronic acid.

I love this as my daytime serum under my moisturiser and SPF.

HNB Cosmetics Soft Focus Airbrush Concealer

This is such a great, affordable and full coverage concealer.

I first tried this a long time ago and I always end up coming back to it.

It gives coverage but still looks like skin, and under the eyes it has a really smoothing finish that makes everything look flawless without being heavy.

Holly really did her big one with this!

Naturium The Smoother Glycolic Acid Body Wash

As someone who has tried almost all of the body washes from Naturium (and there’s a fair few!), this one has got to be my favourite.

It makes your skin feel squeaky clean but not dry, and I genuinely notice a difference in the overall texture and tone when I use it regularly.

I use this as my first cleanse in the shower, then follow up with something scented for my second cleanse (which may or may not be featured in next month’s favourites…)

The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution

This month’s favourites are very ‘The Ordinary’ heavy and I’m not sorry.

It’s a staple brand for me when it comes to price, fuss-free formulas and effectiveness.

This product, despite being a classic for a reason, is not for the faint hearted.

I can get away with using it twice a week if I’m careful with my skin cycling, and I genuinely have skin that is not reactive, but I generally tend to use it once a week as a maintenance step.

If you really want that “glass skin” effect, want to banish breakouts and help fade stubborn dark marks, this serum is a very effective way to do so.

It’s been in my rotation for years and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon.

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque

Another one *DJ Khaled voice*…

This is in my “emergency skincare arsenal” for when I’m experiencing an outbreak and spots need drying up and clearing up ASAP!

Perfect for those moments when your skin feels congested or you just want a proper deep clean without overdoing it.

SKIN1004 Centella Asiatica Sheet Masks

Now you know I’m a sheet mask girlie, and I’ve become quite the connoisseur.

Despite trying and testing a fair few, this one is definitely up there with the best you can get.

And for the price?! You literally cannot go wrong!

Soothing, hydrating and comforting. Like a hug for your skin. Just perfect.

Remember you can save yourself 20% OFF your own Sonagi Masks (@sonagi_masks) monthly Korean sheet mask subscription with my code: CHLOEMYKEL

P.Louise Under-Eye Brightening Powder

At the time you’re reading this, this powder may or may not be on TikTok shop for £6…

If it’s not currently on offer, keep your eyes peeled as it often does go into some sort of promotion on TikTok, and I’ve picked one up for as little as £4 in the past. Madness.

Despite that though, this powder is absolutely worth the money, even at full price.

I use this as my last step under my eyes after I’ve done concealer and my loose setting powder (Huda Beauty Easy Bake in Cupcake).

It provides the perfect amount of extra coverage on top, smooths, blurs and airbrushes any texture under the eyes and photographs beautifully - bye bye flashback!

I have a few different shades but Milkshake has to be my favourite for that cute candy pink under eye look.

Rare Beauty Positive Light Lip Gloss

These glosses are so deceiving, in the best way possible.

They feel fairly thin in consistency and like they’re not really going to pack a punch… but boy, they do!

Admittedly I use this layered with other glosses, as I do like something super shiny on top, but I love the colour and shimmer it gives to the lips (my go-to shade is Glimmer).

It’s the perfect, wearable and natural gloss for that soft glam vibe and pairs so well with so many different nudey/pink lip liners.

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A strong line up for this month’s favourites, but there’s even more tea coming in next month’s. Keep your eyes peeled…

Let me know if you’ve tried any of these or if there’s anything you think I need to try next!