This Month's Beauty & Lifestyle Edit

From revolutionary skincare solutions to comfort innovations changing your daily routine, we've curated the products that caught our attention this month. Here's what we're loving right now.

*Please note: some of these products were gifted to us, and this article may include affiliate links

Beauty & Skincare

Sikoja Plant-Powered Skincare

Born from founder Temilola Asseez's personal journey with health challenges that left her skin vulnerable and inflamed, Sikoja represents something special in the skincare world. This October 2024 launch specifically targets sensitive and underrepresented skin complexions with plant-based formulations designed to fade hyperpigmentation and restore balance. What sets Sikoja apart is its understanding that skincare isn't one-size-fits-all—these products work in harmony with rich skin complexions rather than against them. The brand's gentle yet powerful care ethos resonates with anyone struggling to find products that truly understand their skin's needs.

THE ACNEBRAND Professional Solutions

Created by dermatologist and founder Channelle Weir, this vegan skincare line brings professional-grade acne treatment to an accessible price point. What we love about THE ACNEBRAND is its no-nonsense approach—gold standard ingredients like AHAs, retinols, vitamin C & E, and hyaluronic acid formulated specifically for acne, hyperpigmentation, and sensitivity. The easy 4-step routine makes professional skincare approachable, while the cost-effective pricing means you can maintain consistency without breaking the bank. We tested the Acne Clay Mask (£17.99) and were impressed by its gentle yet effective formula that delivers results without irritation.

B:UNDENIABLE'S GRNDRIIZNG Collection

Where beauty meets mindfulness, this crystal-infused makeup line launches July 25th with clear quartz-enhanced formulations beyond typical cosmetics. We tried the Radiant Quartz Face + Body Bronzer and HD Highlighter Shaker, and were pleasantly surprised by the performance beyond the unique concept. The bronzer offers impressive buildable coverage that works both as a standalone product and foundation mixer, while the HD Highlighter's intense pigmentation means a little goes a long way. Perfect for beauty lovers who appreciate products with deeper meaning and versatile application.

Blown London Hair Love Range

Founded by award-winning TV and film session stylist Micky Kastly, Blown London brings salon-quality treatments directly to your doorstep across London. But beyond their revolutionary at-home hair services (think advanced balayage, hair botox, and professional blowdries in your living room), their Hair Love Sulphate Free range deserves serious attention. This sustainable and vegan haircare line is formulated like "vitamin food for hair," using naturally derived organic ingredients including castor oil, jojoba, wheat protein, soy protein, macadamia, and shea butter.

Convié Makeup Glow Drops

Convié means "invited" or "a guest" in French, and this co-creation beauty brand truly makes you feel part of something special. Founded by beauty industry veterans Cristina and Isabelle, who've worked across New York, Paris, and London, Convié represents authenticity in beauty through community collaboration. They engage select members of their community to work alongside them in developing innovative and unique skincare and makeup formulas, creating only products that the community truly wants and needs.

Their Glow Drops showcase this philosophy perfectly—a blend of skin conditioning oils, light-reflecting pigments and plankton glass flower, sourced from volcanic water in France, known for its pollution-fighting properties and capacity to shield skin from harmful blue light rays. With at least 90% natural ingredients, clean formulations made without any "nasties," and vegan-friendly, gluten-free, cruelty-free credentials, these drops deliver that coveted lit-from-within radiance while actually caring for your skin.

Megababe Body Solutions

Founded in 2017 by body acceptance advocate Katie Sturino, Megababe represents a refreshing shift in beauty, finally addressing the "taboo" body discomforts the industry usually pretends don't exist. From chafe to butt'ne, B.O. to boob sweat, this brand tackles real body issues with effective, shame-free solutions. Their viral success speaks volumes: their OG Thigh Rescue Anti-Friction Stick sells one every 30 seconds globally and boasts over 10,000 five-star reviews.

We tested The Smoothie Deo Fruit Enzyme Daily Deodorant and the Happy Pits Detoxifying Underarm Mask, both of which exemplify the brand's commitment to making body care both effective and enjoyable. The Smoothie Deo combines natural fruit enzymes with effective odour protection, while Happy Pits offers a spa-like detox experience for underarms that need a reset. What makes Megababe special isn't just their innovative formulations—it's their mission to normalise conversations about bodies and create products that celebrate rather than shame our human experiences.

Aqua Cleanse Complete Hair System

This premium, eco-friendly hair care brand crafts solutions from nature's best ingredients, focusing on sustainable products that promote hair health and beauty for conscious customers. We tested their comprehensive four-piece system: shampoo, conditioner, hair oil, and hair mask, and were impressed by the cohesive approach to hair wellness. Each product works synergistically to cleanse, nourish, protect, and restore, representing the kind of thoughtful formulation that addresses hair needs holistically rather than just treating symptoms. The brand's commitment to sustainability doesn't compromise effectiveness—this is clean beauty that actually delivers results.

Innovation & Wellness

The ONE Brush Revolution

Created by UK-based ONE Hairstyling with over 20 years in professional haircare, this game-changing brush is the world's first adjustable bristle hairbrush. What makes it brilliant is the customisation factor—you can adjust the bristle strength to match your hair type, from fine and fragile to thick and curly. This solves one of the biggest causes of hair breakage while being gentle enough for vulnerable wet hair, scalp massage, and even shower use for distributing treatments. It's particularly excellent for those dealing with hair fall, thinning, or extensions.

Cuurve Premium Underwear

Launched in May 2025 by an all-women team, Cuurve positions itself as "Your Second Skin" with superior comfort through innovative design. Made in Yorkshire using Austrian Micromodal from trees and ECONYL® recycled ocean plastic from abandoned fishing nets, this isn't just another underwear brand. The Sleek Sophie (£75), Elevated Emma (£95), and Cozy Charlotte (£89) represent genuine innovation in comfort and sustainability. What sets Cuurve apart is its focus on how pieces feel throughout busy days rather than just appearance, perfect for professional women who value comfort, quality, and thoughtful design.

Lappliq' British Countryside Charm

Founded by Sarah Tomkins, Lappliq celebrates rural British life through unique homeware pieces. With a background in fashion and profound love for textiles and embroidery, Sarah's move from London to Scotland inspired designs that reflect bold, playful aesthetics with sustainable production practices. The hot water bottles and napkins from their new collection showcase beautiful craftsmanship that brings countryside charm to contemporary homes.

Luxury & Lifestyle

Jeremy Hoye Handmade Jewellery

This beautiful handmade jewellery collection by Jeremy Hoye, particularly the silver gemstone rings, represents artisanal craftsmanship at its finest. Each piece showcases the kind of attention to detail that makes jewellery feel truly special rather than mass-produced. We tried the Entwine Silver Gemstone Ring with a Peridot green stone and are slightly obsessed!

Rejuvenated Immune Complex

This thoughtfully formulated supplement by Rejuvenated combines prebiotics and probiotics to support digestive health, which in turn benefits the heart, brain, and immunity. The 30-capsule format makes it easy to incorporate into daily wellness routines for improved energy levels and respiratory health.

HIRO Electrolytes

HIRO represents a paradigm shift in hydration science, founded on the principle that optimal health starts with proper cellular hydration. This isn't just another electrolyte supplement—it's a comprehensive approach to wellness that recognises hydration as the foundation of energy, recovery, and overall vitality. HIRO's formula goes beyond basic sodium and potassium replacement, incorporating a sophisticated blend of minerals and compounds designed to optimise cellular function.

The brand understands that in our busy lives, dehydration often masquerades as fatigue, brain fog, and poor recovery, making their targeted approach to electrolyte balance particularly relevant for anyone seeking to optimise their daily performance and long-term health.

Otto Pillow Mist

Otto represents the intersection of aromatherapy and sleep science, creating products that transform bedtime routines into wellness rituals. Founded on the understanding that quality sleep is non-negotiable for optimal health, Otto develops carefully crafted formulations that work with your body's natural circadian rhythms. Their pillow mist spray isn't just about pleasant scents; it's about creating an environment that signals to your nervous system that it's time to rest and recover. Using thoughtfully selected essential oils and botanical extracts, Otto products are designed to reduce the time it takes to fall asleep while improving sleep quality throughout the night. In a world where sleep often gets sacrificed for productivity, Otto reminds us that rest is actually the ultimate performance enhancer.

Comfort Innovations

Butter Fashion Studios PJ Set in Pistachio

Butter Fashion Studios elevates the art of comfortable luxury through their meticulously crafted sleepwear collections. Founded on the belief that what we wear at home is just as important as our public wardrobe, Butter creates pieces that blur the line between loungewear and luxury fashion. Their approach to design prioritises both aesthetic appeal and genuine comfort, using premium fabrics and thoughtful construction techniques that ensure each piece feels as good as it looks.

The Pistachio PJ set exemplifies this philosophy—the soft, sophisticated colourway reflects current design trends while the fabric choice and cut ensure maximum comfort for sleep and relaxation. This isn't just sleepwear; it's about honouring the time we spend caring for ourselves at home. In a world where self-care often feels like another item on the to-do list, Butter reminds us that sometimes the most nurturing thing we can do is simply wear something beautiful and comfortable that makes us feel good in our own space.

Each of these products represents something more than just another beauty or lifestyle purchase—they're solutions created by founders who understand real problems and have developed thoughtful answers. From Sikoja's plant-powered approach to sensitive skin to Cuurve's revolutionary comfort design, these brands prove that innovation happens when people create what they wish existed in the world.

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Emily King is a Marketing & Breathwork Consultant helping female founders in wellness, lifestyle and beauty industries scale their businesses sustainably by fusing 360° marketing strategy, consultancy and mindfulness practices. She is also the founder of The C Word Magazine, an online platform amplifying female voices. Connect with her on Instagram @_emnco, and explore her expertise in marketing and breathwork on her website. You can even now subscribe to The Breathwork Collective.