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I get excited about every new launch from VB Beauty and I know my readers do too! Here’s what you need to know about the brand new Victoria Beckham Beauty Colour Wash Longwear Blush Water Tints.

Brand new Victoria Beckham Colour Wash is a vibrant water-based blush
designed to last all day:
Maris Aqua (Mineralized Sea Water) – has a unique mineral and microelement composition that is known to detoxify and energise the skin, for a luminous, clear complexion
Coconut Fruit Water – provides hydration and essential nutrients while its antioxidant properties combat free radicals
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract – rich source of vitamin C and potent blend of antioxidants known to improve skin luminosity, texture and even overall skin tone
There are three shades in this collection to choose from:
Here are the swatches of Coral and Vintage Rose:


After playing around with a few different techniques, I’ve found the method that works best for me, and it’s definitely worth sharing.
Rather than applying straight to the face, I drop a bit onto the back of my hand, then use a brush to pick it up and work it into the skin. It gives you more control and stops you from over-applying. As it does stain, you might want to use a palette instead of your hand, but if you wash your hands quick enough, you should be OK.
If you buff or stipple gently, it melts right in without disturbing any base underneath. When I tried dotting it directly onto my cheeks over foundation, I found it could lift coverage slightly, so for best results, don’t apply directly from the dropper if you are wearing other makeup that you don’t want to move.
It blends out beautifully and layers easily if you want to build up more colour. The sheerness means you can really personalise the look, from a subtle flush to something a bit more “just-back-from-the-beach”.

I’ve been really excited to get my hands on the new Victoria Beckham Colour Wash Blush, and let me tell you straight away, it’s really good. If you’re into that sheer, fresh flush kind of vibe that melts seamlessly into the skin, then you’re in for a treat.

It’s designed to deliver a sheer, buildable tint to the cheeks with a light-as-air texture and a gorgeous, skin-like finish. The formula is ultra-light, completely translucent, and so skin-friendly. It’s like a soft veil of colour that lets your natural tone and texture show through. Perfect if you love blush that enhances rather than covers.

It comes in a sleek glass bottle (very VB) with a dropper-style applicator and an ultra-soft stainless steel dot dispenser, which feels super cooling.
The texture is like a watery serum that feels super light and hydrating. It glides onto the skin with zero drag and blends in seamlessly.

I love how it dries down to a second-skin finish. It’s not sticky, greasy, or powdery and it just gives that healthy, fresh skin. It’s incredibly flattering, especially if you’re looking to avoid the look of “makeup sitting on top” of your skin.
You don’t get any cakiness, and it doesn’t cling to dry patches or accentuate texture, instead, it almost melts in, so it’s perfect for minimal makeup days or for layering over skincare.
Honestly, I think this is such a lovely product. It gives that just-pinched glow without any telltale texture or shimmer. It’s chic, effortless, and very much in keeping with that Victoria Beckham skin-first aesthetic.
The sheer tint is what makes it so special I think as it really allows your own skin to take centre stage, which makes it perfect for those no-foundation, off-duty days when you still want a bit of colour.
Plus, the skincare elements mean it almost feels like a hybrid product, somewhere between a treatment and a tint. If you are wearing foundation or bronzer underneath, just be sure to apply with a brush and gently stipple it over the skin rather than applying directly from the dropper, for minimal makeup disturbance.

My top pick is definitely Vintage Rose and that’s mainly because I felt it worked over my foundation and bronzer more seamlessly and it’s such a pretty shade. I am also looking forward to mixing the two shades I have, for a custom colour and finish.
The before photo is just with a very light layer of the Jane Iredale Skintuition Foundation in shade 28 (review here) and a touch of my beloved REESON Bronzing Balm in shade Bronze.

And below is Coral on the left side of the photo and Vintage Rose on the right side of the photo. I love both shades but I think that Vintage Rose sits better over my makeup without disturbing it.

I really do like this launch from Victoria Bekcham Beauty. It’s everything you want from a liquid blush. It’s sheer, hydrating, buildable and really allows your natural skin to shine through. It’s makeup that doesn’t look like makeup, and it manages to deliver a healthy flush without there being any visible product on the skin.
Yes, it’s quite a splurge at £44 for 6ml, but the quality it there and if you are already a fan of Victoria Beckham Beauty you will be used to that.
If you’re looking for something low-effort, high-impact, and totally foolproof, I’d definitely recommend giving this a try.
If you prefer a more mousse-like texture with a luminous matte, blurred finish, and a bit more skin perfecting coverage, I’d be silly not to recommend my own REESON Beauty Blush! It is £25.
The Victoria Beckham Beauty Colour Wash blush is £44 each and available now via the link below:
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15 Jul 2025 (Updated: 14 Jul 2025)

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Skincare lovers, get ready! The much-hyped US brand INNBEAUTY PROJECT has officially arrived in the UK! This clinically driven, high-performance skincare brand is one of the fastest-growing names in US beauty, and it’s making its exclusive UK debut at Sephora this July 2025.
This is more than just a buzz-worthy launch. This is skincare innovation that is famed for delivering real, visible results. Here’s everything you need to know about the INNBEAUTY PROJECT Sephora UK launch, and exactly what you should buy first.

Launched in the US in 2019, INNBEAUTY PROJECT was founded by beauty veterans Jen Shane and Alisa Metzger to fill a gap in the skincare market. They created products that are clinically tested, highly effective, yet still affordable. Every formula is packed with 8-10+ active ingredients, and every product undergoes independent clinical testing and the brand spends an average of $150,000 on this testing per formula.
Even better? INNBEAUTY PROJECT is 100% vegan, cruelty-free, plastic-negative, and female-founded. The brand’s tagline is: “Great skin days at every age.”
The INNBEAUTY PROJECT UK launch is exclusive to Sephora UK, available:
This is Sephora UK’s third exclusive brand launch of 2025, and it’s already being tipped as one of the best skincare launches of the year.
The brand is launching with a 25-product assortment, but if you’re new to INNBEAUTY and wondering where to start, I’ve rounded up the absolute must-haves. These are the hero products that have racked up glowing reviews, sold out multiple times in the US, and are now finally available in the UK.

This firming, plumping serum is clinically proven to boost elasticity and reduce sagging, and it has the most brilliant texture! I love it!

It uses:

A best-seller in the US, Green Machine Serum is ideal for those looking to brighten dull skin, smooth texture, and gently tackle fine lines.

It has a lovely light and refreshing texture and uses:

This is one of Sephora North America’s top 3 best-selling moisturisers, and it really reminds of the Augustinus Bader Rich Cream! It’s a luxuriously rich, clinically tested moisturiser that firms, contours, and deeply hydrates without feeling greasy. Great for day or night, and plays well under makeup too.

It uses:

Sephora’s #1 eye treatment, this product flies off shelves. I absolutely love the texture of this eye cream. It gives the skin a softly glossy sheen and just makes the eye area look instantly better. It works to smooth fine lines, brightens dark circles, and lifts the under-eye area with zero irritation. If you only buy one thing, make it this. It’s been clinically proven to deliver age-defying results.

It uses:
What makes the INNBEAUTY PROJECT Sephora UK launch such a game-changer is the combination of clinical-grade results and accessible pricing.
Each product is designed to work across skin types and age groups, and if you’re someone who cares about innovative, and responsibly made beauty, this brand checks every box.
I’m genuinely so excited about this launch. It a massive win for those of us in the UK who’ve been desperate to try INNBEAUTY Project!
If you are interested in checking out even more affordable skincare at Sephora, you should definitely have a look at their own brand range. For more info, read: Sephora Collection Lift & Firm Skincare Range Review.
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Swastika Chatterjee-Das shares data and reflections on how gender-based quotas are shaping engineering education and industry outcomes in India.
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