I'm a Beauty Editor, and These Are All the Products I'm Eyeing Up for January

First thing on my agenda? Take my bodycare routine more seriously. As soon as I heard about this new product from Nécessaire, I knew I had to try it. After seeing what a difference retinol has made to the skin on my face, I'm definitely intrigued to see what this might do for my body. Alongside 0.1% pure retinol, the formula contains 10% AHAs and vitamin C to help smooth, hydrate and diminish any bumps or uneven skin texture. 

I believe that your environment can have a big impact on how you feel day to day, which is why I want to make the atmosphere in my home as uplifting as possible. This Wellbeing Pod from Neom enhances your space by releasing a fragrance mist of your choice, and I'll be opting for the brand's De-Stress Essential Oil Blend (£20) with lavender and jasmine. 

I love having baths during these colder months, and one sniff of this new bath oil from Susanne Kaufmann had me running to buy it. It has the most calming aroma thanks to lavender, thyme and rosemary essential oils, and it works to relax muscles and leave skin feeling silky soft.

Is anyone else's complexion looking super dull this January after the festive period? My skin has definitely seen better days, but I'm hoping that this vitamin C cleanser from Temple Spa will bring it back to life with its hydrating, radiance-boosting formula.

I'm really keen to try a collagen supplement this year. I've heard so many good things about Vida Glow, and the chic packaging and mixed berry flavour has sold me on these collagen sachets. 

I feel like everyone talks about IPL devices in the summer months, but actually, it's crucial to avoid sun exposure when you're undergoing IPL treatment, so the best time to invest in one of these and start using it is now. I've been thinking about treating myself to this sleek Foreo device for a while as it looks so easy to use and promises a noticeable difference in just two weeks. 

I'm on the go a lot these days, and when I'm running around I can often feel quite stressed. Luckily for me, Rare Beauty has launched this clever aromatherapy pen, which contains a blend of scented oils including peppermint and lavender, to help bring a sense of calm wherever you are.

I love making my home look nice in January, as I tend to stay in a lot more. To me, nothing looks chicer than an Aesop hand wash and hand balm displayed on the kitchen or bathroom sink, and the Resurrection scent is my personal favourite.

Speaking of cosy, I love treating myself to a new, warm and comforting perfume at the start of the year, and Tom Ford's new Vanilla Sex sounds like my kind of scent. Think notes of vanilla, sandalwood and almond essence.

In a bid to feel more relaxed, I'm going to be giving FaceGym's weighted ball a go. This clever tool is designed to relax the facial muscles and depuff the skin when used with the brand's lymphatic drainage moves.

Last year I made an effort to focus on my hair health, and I plan on continuing this in 2024. Ouai has been one of my go-to haircare brands for a while, and I'm keen to try the new Hair Gloss. Infused with lots of nourishing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and rice water, the in-shower treatment works to repair hair damage and give a healthy-looking, shiny finish.

Now that I've got my hair routine down, I want to start looking after my nails better. After years of gel manicures, they're looking (and feeling) very weak, so I plan to give them a break this January and apply lots of nourishing cuticle oil.

To make these dark nights feel a little more manageable, I want to get my hands on a big Diptyque candle. Not only do they look beautiful, but of course, they smell amazing, and the Ambre scent is so cosy.

Although I don't tend to go out much in January, I've got a couple of events coming up in February and March, and I've been on the hunt for a new eye shadow to try out some new eye makeup looks. This limited edition palette from Charlotte Tilbury has all the shades I love, so I know I'll get lots of use out of it.