Glow up season: May’s must-have beauty picks

Expect pigment, payoff and pure luxury. This  palette features Pat’s signature blendable, rich formulas in petal-pink, dreamy lavender and green tones. It’s versatile enough for soft day looks or bold, evening glamour. Each shade is silky, saturated and flattering across skin tones. A true collector’s piece for any eyeshadow obsessive.

This indulgent body cream smells like a dessert lover’s dream - think caramelised vanilla, toasted macadamia and a hint of sea salt. It’s buttery-rich yet quick to absorb, leaving skin velvety smooth, a touch of shimmer and a gourmand scent that lingers. This limited-edition pick is a spring/ summer staple - especially if you love your moisturiser to double as perfume.

Humidity? Hold it right there.This firm-hold hairspray locks in styles without stiffness or crunch. Designed to weatherproof your ‘do, it’s ideal for big hair days and long nights out.Trust me, I was styled by Dom Seeley, Color Wow's International Creative Director, using the product and my locks stayed bouncy and full for days after. 

Electric Soul by Who Is Elijah is a warm, unisex fragrance that pulses with modern energy. Notes of amber, musk and woods blend with a soft floral heart for a scent that’s both bold and addictive. Chic and minimalist, this perfume is for those who love to stand out subtly yet leave a lasting impression. 

If you're a fan of the original - this is a must-have. Benefit’s Hoola Wave Cream Bronzer blends like a dream for that post-holiday bronze all year round. With a creamy, non-greasy formula, it melts into skin, delivering a soft matte finish that builds beautifully. Whether sculpting cheekbones or adding warmth, its cool-toned pigment flatters most complexions. 

Juicy, glossy, and ultra-hydrating, this warm honey-tinted lip oil delivers a sheer wash of colour and moisture. Upon application it gives off a 'bee sting' effect and your lips will start to plump up. It’s packed with nourishing ingredients for a smooth, non-sticky finish that’s perfect for everyday wear. The flattering golden hue gives lips a natural-looking shine that pairs effortlessly with bronzed skin and minimal makeup.

Naturium’s Energiser Body Wash refreshes and smooths with a potent blend of mandelic and salicylic acids. Gently exfoliating, it helps unclog pores, improve skin texture and promote an even tone. The zesty scent gives my skin an wake-up call in the shower, especially in the morning, while the formula leaves skin soft and balanced.

Designed for curly and textured hair, this multi-use mask can be rinsed out or left in to enhance definition. With a silicone-free, 98% natural-origin formula, it deeply nourishes without buildup. After using it, my coils felt softer, springier and more hydrated. It’s also a budget-friendly way to revive lacklustre coils and keep your curl pattern thriving.

The e.l.f. balm delivers a glossy, hydrating finish that melts effortlessly into lips. Infused with nourishing oils, it offers a hint of tint and a radiant glow without stickinesss. From baby pinks to warm brown's - there is a buttery shade for everyone.

A high-street hydration hero, this water-light gel is powered by hyaluronic acid to flood skin with moisture. It sinks in quickly, layers beautifully under makeup, and keeps dry patches at bay. Ideal for oily, combo, or dehydrated skin types, it’s the perfect everyday moisturiser for lightweight, long-lasting hydration.

Jones Road’s tinted moisturiser is your skin, but better. Upon application, this product provides sheer, breathable coverage with a dewy finish that enhances your natural complexion. Perfect for low-maintenance days, it hydrates while evening out skin tone. Lightweight and buildable, it gives a fresh-faced glow that feels like you’re wearing nothing at all.

La Roche-Posay's SPF's are second to none and if you'e a fan of the cult favourite original, the Anthelios UVAir SPF50+ will be a perfect new addition. This is their lightest formula yet and is perfect to use under makeup. Of course, it also shields skin against ultra-long UVA rays with advanced sun protection, helping to prevent premature aging and sun damage. 

Charlotte Tilbury has created a 90s makeup lovers dream. This two-step lip-defining essential sculpts, enhances and perfects your pout. Featuring the iconic Lip Cheat lip liner and a coordinating lipstick or gloss, the duo gives you fuller-looking lips with long-lasting, smudge-resistant colour. Its creamy, glides on like a dream and stays in place from morning coffee to evening cocktails. 

This K-beauty-inspired cushion foundation gives a radiant, second-skin finish. Lightweight but buildable, it evens tone, blurs imperfections and hydrates with each application. Great for topping up throughout the day, it comes in a portable compact that is perfect for on-the-go. If you’re after a natural, dewy complexion, this is your new base essential.

This  caffeine-infused eye gel is a treat for your skin. The best part? The cooling effect from the ceramic applicator to hydrate, depuff, and brighten tired under-eyes. Divine. 

This debut scent from Bella Hadid’s new line fuses floral warmth with smoky depth. Tahitian monoi flower, exotic patchouli and pink pepper creates a sensual, airy fragrance mist that’s buildable and skin-friendly - thanks to hydrating ingredients like aloe. It’s housed in a gorgeous crystal inspired bottle yet light-weight and doubles as a moisturising mist - perfect for freshening up on the go. This is by far my favourite scent of the quartet.