Three beauty products that actually do what they’re supposed to

Cut to the chase.

A lengthy description usually accompanies a beauty product, listing all the benefits and advantages it has and you'll often forget half of what it involves by the time you get to the end of it. That's why we've selected three products that ensure you get what you pay for and let's be honest, we're all looking for value for our hard-earned cash.

Dermalogica BioLumin-C Serum

Hyaluronic acid was the beauty buzz word last year and for 2018, it's all about Vitamin C. Although we've known for some time that Vitamin C is a must for a healthy immune system, it can also do a lot for your skin. New research says that Vitamin C can enhance our skin's natural defence system, helping protect against oxidative stress. Dermalogica’s new BioLumin-C Serum is far from cheap at €96.50 but what sets this product apart is its ability to deliver Vitamin C where it's needed most. It brightens, firms and reduces the appearance of fine lines while also protecting skin and I can never resist a multi-tasking product like this one. Charlotte Tilbury Instant Smoky Eye Palette You basically have the ability to do your whole face with one product, okay maybe throw in a mascara, and that is a makeup marvel in itself. This palette (€69) is what I call a handbag hero because it can take your look from noooo to yaaaaas in a matter of minutes. The shades are designed to help you perfect an effortless smoky eye, the one makeup look that never ever grows old. There's blush in the shade First Love to add some colour (I can't be the only gal to love blush) and Bar of Gold, the highlighter that's all over Instagram at the moment. GHD Heat Protect Spray with UV Protection, €15.50 I've always been a little sceptical about heat protectant, like do they actually work? Ones I've previously tried haven't made any difference to my hair, it was still coarse, unruly and frizzy after use. That said, I was pleasantly surprised after trying this one and could tell the difference after just one use. When you have hair as thick as mine, you'll try anything to make it more manageable. Another plus is the fact that it's affordable and it smells delicious too, always a bonus.