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'It's magic in a bottle.' All the beauty products we're loving this month.

Mamamia's beauty roundup series is your monthly look at the products our team are loving — from the latest launches in skincare, hair and makeup to the old faves we've fallen for all over again.

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November is tipping its cute hat and bidding us farewell, but not before dropping an obnoxious bag of new beauty launches at our feet to show us all the cool, new things getting around. A dangerous move during Sale Season!

Watch: While you're here, why not take a peek at Emily Vernem telling me all about her heatless curler hack on You Beauty podcast. Post continues below.


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The Mamamia team have tried and tested plenty of new skincare, makeup, hair and body products in November — and our beauty round-up is positively bursting with some banger recommendations this month.

Before we get into it, listen to Mamamia's daily beauty podcast, You Beauty. Post continues after audio.

Here you'll find reviews of the best beauty products that launched in November 2024, as well as the old favourites we've rediscovered.

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Vaseline Gluta-Hya Dewy Radiance Lotion, $10.99.

Vaseline Gluta-Hya Dewy Radiance Lotion.Image: Supplied.

"You guys, Vaseline launched a new range of hybrid body serums x lotions and they're everything your summer skin needs. There are three different formulations — Vaseline Gluta-Hya Flawless Glow Lotion, Vaseline Gluta-Hya Dewy Radiance Lotion and Vaseline Healthy Bright Gluta-Hya Pro-Age Restore Lotion. I've been using the Dewy Radiance Lotion and my skin feels sooo soft and hydrated and my limbs look all radiant and alive. Love! And you can grab it at Priceline for $11. Double love! And while you're there, Priceline's Pink Friday Sale is on until Monday December 2, so you can stock up on your favourites. " - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

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Milani Fruit Fetish Lip Oils, $23.

A picture of Milani Fruit Fetish Lip Gloss held in a hand with a red manicure.

"This is such an affordable lip oil that smells delicious and adds a beautiful glean and glow to the lips. They come in multiple tinted colours — my favourite is cherry lime — and I've had so many people comment on my lips while wearing it. My favourite lip pairing is this and 'Versatile Chestnut' from Makeup Forever as a lip liner!" - Cassandra Green, Morning Editor.

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Nivea Cellular 3 Zone Lift Serum, $49.99.

A hand holding Nivea Cellular 3 Zone Lift Serum against white bathroom tiles.

"A budget-friendly serum that actually does something noticeable! I've been using the Nivea Cellular 3-Zone Lift Serum on my nearly 40-year-old, dry-prone skin, and I'm impressed by its texture and hydrating properties." - Yvette Bay, People & Culture Manager.

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Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation, $74.

Shiseido Revitalessence Skin Glow Foundation.

"This foundation is soooo good for summer. Skincare and foundation in a magic bottle. It is medium coverage but feels so light. It lasts all day when I pop a setting spray over the top." - Nat Harvey, CEO Mamamia.

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Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Moisturiser, $35.40.

A hand holding a tub of Olay Retinol 24 Night Moisturiser.

"With a blend of niacinamide and retinol, Olay's night cream gets to work repairing and hydrating your skin while you snooze. Promising visible improvements in fine lines and wrinkles, brightness, dark spots, and pores — it's just the ticket for glowing, plumper skin. And all the proof you don't need to spend hundreds on retinol!" - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

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Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture, $52.50.

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture.

"I got a mini of this YSL lipstick in a perfume gift pack, and I've been obsessed ever since. The texture is so soft and smooth, it doesn't pull on my lips like some lipsticks. The colour payoff is amazing, like your lips, but better. It does have a scent that smells like heaven. I also love the packaging. You can also buy refillable bullets for some of the more popular shades, which makes me feel better about the planet and topping up isn't as costly because #girlmaths." - Valentina Todoroska, Editor in Chief.

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Azclear Medicated Lotion, $18.99.

Azclear range of products pictured in a bathroom, including the Foaming Wash, Soothing Serum Day Moisturiser and Medicated Lotion.

"I want to cry about how happy I am to have found this. I've been dealing with rosacea this year, including three months on antibiotics — which worked but after I came off them, it slowly came back. I was thinking I'd have to live life on antibiotics, but I came across this entire range and it's been SO good. Highly recommend for any fellow red-faced friends." - Hannah Mansur, Chief of Staff.

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Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue, $65.

A hand holding up Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue.

"I was influenced by Holly Wainwright to buy Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue after I couldn't get hold of my usual IT Cosmetics CC Cream. It's glowy and smooths my skin tone but is light enough to allow my freckles to still show through." - Ruth Devine, Mamamia Out Loud Executive Producer.

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M.A.C. Cosmetics Lip Pencil in Soar, $32, M.A.C. Cosmetics Locked Kiss Ink in Upgraded, $44 and M.A.C. Cosmetics Squirt Plumping Gloss in Simulation, $40.

M.A.C. Cosmetics Lip Pencil in Soar, M.A.C. Cosmetics Locked Kiss Ink in Upgraded and M.A.C. Cosmetics Squirt Plumping Gloss in Simulation pictured in front of a keyboard.

"This little trio has done me well this month! My lipstick does not budge, all day — endless coffees, lunch etc. and I don't have to touch up at all. And it's not drying. Using: M.A.C. Lip Pencil in Soar, M.A.C. Locked Kiss Ink in Upgraded, M.A.C. Squirt Plumping Gloss in Simulation." - Stef MacFie, Lifestyle Group Executive Producer.

Tarte Cosmetics Key Largo Glow Bronzing Drops, $65.

Tarte Cosmetics Key Largo Glow Bronzing Drops pictured in a hand.

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"These bronzing drops are my new summer holy grail. I don't tend to tan my face so can end up looking a bit mismatched. On 'no makeup' days I simply buff this into the skin for a sun-kissed glow! I also use it like a bronzer, to warm up my foundation and give the skin a bit of life. It's so easy to blend, giving you that 'vacation glow'. Also, it works great over an SPF if you're heading to the beach." - Cassandra Green, Morning Editor.

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Birkenstock Nourishing Foot Balm, $49.

Birkenstock Nourishing Foot Balm pictured in a hand, over a white background.Image: Supplied.

"Birkenstock has just released a line of footcare products, and I'm obsessed. After our Beauty & Lifestyle Editor Erin wrote about the hack for softening dry feet, I started paying more attention to my tootsies and realised they needed… a lot of TLC. I got my hands on the Care Essentials Discovery Kit, and I don't like to play favourites but I have been loving the Nourishing Foot Balm. It's rich and moisturising without being greasy, which I've found with some other foot creams. I also love the scent — it's crisp and minty." - Alix Nicholson, Senior Weekend Editor.

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Dr. LeWinn's Ultra R4 Collagen Surge Overnight Sleep Mask, $74.95.

A hand holding Dr. LeWinn's Ultra R4 Collagen Surge Overnight Sleep Mask over a green plant and window.

"This newbie from Dr LeWinn's is an overnight mask that features a double-chamber dispenser, made up of two different serums: a collagen-plumping serum and a peptide energising serum. Promising to lift, firm and plump when you sleep, your skin will be glowing come morning." - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

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Recreation Beauty Sun-Kissed Gog Body & Hair Oil, $63.

Recreation Beauty Sun-Kissed Gog Body & Hair Oil.

"This is my absolute favourite body oil. I use it after every shower in summer — after the beach in the evening. It smells amazing and feels luxurious. I'm nearly done with my bottle and already sad, so ordering another one." - Charlie Begg, Audience Editor.

Clairol Root Touch Up Permanent Hair Colour in Dark Brown, $14.

Clairol Root Touch Up Permanent Hair Colour

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"I've been using this to touch up the greys around my hairline — and it's so quick and easy! As someone who doesn't want to commit to a permanent all-over hair colour just yet, this is the perfect product for tackling those sneaky greys. Only takes 10 minutes, too." - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

M.A.C. Matte Lipstick - Lady Danger, $30.

M.A.C. Matte Lipstick - Lady Danger pictured on a work desk.

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"I saw Mamamia's Zara Curtis wearing Lady Danger by M.A.C. It's the perfect orange-red lipstick for redheads and I am in love." - Ruth Devine, Mamamia Out Loud Executive Producer.

Get Balmy Original Lip Balm Bracelet in 14K Gold, $53.90.

Get Balmy Original Lip Balm Bracelet in 14K Gold on someone's wrist, pictured in front of a keyboard.

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"Is this not the cutest thing you've ever seen?! Silly question because of course it is. It's a lip balm bracelet! And it's coming with me EVERYWHERE. As someone who applies lip balm every 23 seconds — this is literally *made* for me. Get Balmy also does rings and necklaces, too — and I love how they're all refillable. The best part? It's by an Aussie lady start-up, too. We love to see it! " - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip, $40.

Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip.

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"Everyone needs to own one of these lip balm/gloss hybrids. I picked it up in New York and have never had so many compliments on a lip product. The colour I grabbed (Hibiscus) has a gorgeous berry tint, moisturises my lips and makes them look plump and juicy!" - Charlie Begg, Audience Editor.

Rationale Beautiful Bronze, $82.

Rationale Beautiful bronze., blush, highlighter and lip colour pictured opened on a desk.

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"Rationale came out with a range of multi-tasking balms and I simply cannot stress just how much I've used them. Literally every. Single. Day. This bronzer is the MVP of the bunch, and I've been using it on my lids instead of eyeshadow. It's creamy, long-lasting and the perfect hint of colour. There's also a blush, highlighter and lip colour. I'm obsessed." - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

Alpha-H Dawn To Dusk SPF 50+ Serum with Niacinamide, $51.96.

Alpha-H Dawn To Dusk SPF 50+ Serum with NiacinamideImage: Adore Beauty.

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"I struggled to find an SPF cream that didn't make my face clog up or feel greasy, but this changed everything for me. With a lightweight serum texture, it's the perfect base for under makeup but also wears so well on its own for a glowy finish. I top it up throughout the day so I need at least two more jars to get me through summer!" - Tamara Holland, Mamamia's fashion contributor.

iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum Advance+, $161.

iS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum Advance+Image: iS Clincial.

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"iS Clinical is one of the most underrated cosmeceutical skincare brands around, in my honest opinion. Just look at this heavy-lifter — with retinol, vitamin E and L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C), it offers antioxidant protection while helping improve the appearance of blemish-prone and ageing skin. Such a solid all-rounder!"- Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

Charlotte Tilbury Lip & Cheek Secrets, $83.

Charlotte Tilbury Lip & Cheek Secrets

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"I'm a sucker for Instagram marketing, and I've been obsessed with the Pillow Talk products for years. I couldn't resist this gorgeous gift set with all my favourite Charlotte Tilbury lip and cheek products. The Pillow Talk Cheek and Lip Secrets include Pillow Talk Lip Cheat, Pillow Talk Matte Revolution, Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm, Pillow Talk Beauty Light Wand, so I've got every possible angle covered." - Tara Watson, Senior Entertainment Writer.

Manicare Air Cushion Sponge Duo, $7.49.

A hand holding Manicare Air Cushion Sponge Duo in front of a plant.

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"In case you missed it, I can't stop talking about powder puffs for applying makeup. I tried it for an episode of You Beauty's Tried and Tested podcast — and I'm never going back. I love these soft sponges from Manicare — they feel glorious on the skin and blend foundation and concealer like a dream. Also, the teeny little finger sponge is just the best thing ever for getting into precise areas (inner corners of your eyes, nose, etc.)." - Erin Docherty, Beauty & Lifestyle Editor.

Have you tried any of the above products? What are your thoughts? Share them with us in the comment section below.

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