With autumn here, its time to swap your tees for turtlenecks, beer gardens for cosy nights in and your summer beauty mainstays for a few new buys. Call it a side-effect of Instagram culture but seasonal stereotypes are now more ingrained than ever and beauty brands across the board have, in recent years, gone to impressive lengths to serve up limited-edition buys that channel them. And there's no denying the charm that comes with that slow dawn of autumn and all its clichés. There's a certain comfort to be found in finally swapping those iced lattes for the steaming pumpkin spiced kind, digging out last year's lightweight jacket and swathing yourself in the long, heavy throw that spent the entirety of summer untouched.
Beauty-wise, the opportunities to embrace pumpkin spice latte season through make-up, perfume, skincare - you name it - are endless. Re-hone your smoky eye skills with a tawny-toned eyeshadow palette, mist on a spicy, woody scent rather overtly labelled 'Autumn Vibes' and envelop your home in the quintessentially fall-worthy medley of nutmeg, pumpkin, cinnamon and ginger scents by way of a candle.
Scroll down for the best autumn beauty buys on the market right now, as chosen by our beauty editors.
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uk.glossier.com
Rachael Martin, beauty editor: 'I'm already a huge Glossier YOU fan - the warming, musky fragrance has me at hello every time, and I'm thrilled to say that the body butter doesn't disappoint either. Rich and luxurious in texture, my skin just drinks the stuff up. Beautifully long-lasting and heady you're bound to reel in the compliments when teamed with the OG scent. Would recommend.'
Renee Washington, digital fashion & beauty assistant: 'If you're an eyeshadow fan and you are keen to tap into the stereotypical shades of autumn then make a play for Anastasia's Mini Sultry Eye Shadow Palette. Offering up a mix of matte, metallic and pearlescent textures this compact has a lot going for it.'
www.rhodeskin.com
Sameeha Shaik, beauty writer: 'Toasted teddy and espresso — a one true pair. It is the perfect lip and complexion combination to help you fake an always on-trend 90s supermodel high-fashion glam.'
www.meritbeauty.com
Rachael Martin, beauty editor said: 'The perfect flushed cheeks made easy. Simple scribble across your complexion and melt the pigment in using the warmth of your finger tips. A beautiful complexion made easy.'
refybeauty.com
Renee Washington, digital fashion & beauty assistant: 'Ever seen a lip liner that blurs? This one creates the illusion of instant fullness. In the collection is also the latest iteration of Refy's hero lip gloss, which serves up a lovely plum tint as well as excellent nourishing properties. The balm is enriched with shea butter, vitamin E and jojoba seed oil, all of which work to both moisturise and protect lips from the elements. The colour is super vampy, you just have to try it this autumn.'
www.cultbeauty.co.uk
Cassie Steer, acting health & beauty director said: 'Now that I’ve finally relinquished my white-knuckle grip on summer, I’ve thrown myself into cosy season and I find the best way to do this is with a fragrance switch-up. This elegant new offering from Hermes is the first chypre for the brand and although not my usual go-to in terms of fragrance families, I’ve found myself totally smitten. Like the beauty equivalent of a luxe wool trench coat, the skin perfume imbued with notes of smooth leather, delicate butterfly lily, cocooning oakwood and miracle berry is at once cosseting and refined. Hiver here I come!'
neomwellbeing.com
Sameeha Shaik, beauty writer: 'Mhm, mhm, mhm. Essential oils of sandalwood, frankincense and sweet nutmeg combine in this hand poured candle, fill your room with a cosy scent that shouts autumn.'
www.thebodyshop.com
Annie Vischer, beauty director said:' A very orange face mask that is made with 96% ingredients of natural origin, including natural pumpkin enzymes and cranberry fruit powder. The fruit and pumpkin enzymes work to very gently exfoliate skin leaving it smoother and more radiant. It makes for a pretty decent selfie moment too, if I do say myself.'