My second-favourite Clive Christian perfume after Matsukita. This woody fragrance blends the sensuality of sandalwood, a note I absolutely adore, with a soft hint of powderiness from Clary Sage. It is refined, warm, and elegant, and should be worn on any day you want to leave a lingering impression.

Powdery at first meeting, yet it rewards you with real complexity as it unfolds. Notes of mandarin orange, sandalwood, and ambergris weave together into a rich, unmistakably oriental palette. It is intricate, evocative, and transporting.

Tuberose and myrrh in the same fragrance? Count me in. Keeping with the oriental theme of my last few picks, this one opens bright and floral before settling into a rich, creamy base of vanilla and myrrh. Indulgent, mysterious, and beautifully done, it adds a bit of chic to any ensemble.

Truly intoxicating, and perfectly suited to autumn. It blends beautifully with the changing of the seasons, and is ideal for those of us who’ll be in and out of Europe this month. Vetiver remains a favourite of mine, and here it’s rendered gorgeously.

With dry skin, any compromise to my barrier tends to feel magnified, so I love keeping products in my routine that specifically target and reinforce it. This ceramide-rich cream does exactly that. It replenishes and strengthens while it evens out tone, which is a welcome bonus.

A genuine powerhouse for blemishes and breakout control, this one pairs two of my favourite actives, azelaic acid and retinol, in a single treatment. Azelaic calms and clarifies while retinol keeps things turning over, so if your skin is acne-prone, this earns a spot in your routine right away.

This one has been especially meaningful for me. I’m currently on a GLP-1, and this is my preemptive strike against any loose skin that might follow. I love how firm my skin feels, particularly around my arms — an area that’s been a little fluffy in the past. A small, hopeful step, and so far a satisfying one.

Fresh on the market just a few weeks ago, this power-packed serum has already earned its place on my list. It’s non-greasy and clarifies beautifully, thanks to a brightening trio of alpha arbutin, tranexamic acid, and kojic acid. These actives can be potent, so using the serum every other day is best, especially if you notice any tingling, tightness, or mild stinging.

If “she was a fairy” were a dress, this would be it. The way it sits is pure magic, from the shade of midnight blue to the fabric. The curly hem? Instant flower child. I feel like I might bloom or float off at any moment.

I love a mesh moment, and this one wins me over most colours. Rather than the expected earthy neutrals, they leaned into the marbled reds, golds, and greens, the vibrant side of Mother Terra. It’s a refreshing reminder that the earth isn’t all browns and beiges, and I’m here for it.

I love this because it feels like a pocket of sunlight against the incessant Lagos rains. Rather than leaning into colours as gloomy as the weather, I’d rather keep things light and fresh — a little internal brightness to counter the grey. Aminda, thank you!

From a rising bag maker, and the craftsmanship genuinely impresses me. There’s a particular joy in supporting young women carving out a name for themselves. And when the work is this well made, and in my favourite colour, it’s an easy yes.

I can’t believe it took me THIS long to get into gua sha. What sells me on this one is the glide. It moves seamlessly across the skin, and the cool stainless steel feels wonderful every single time. Everyone best prepare to see me absolutely snatched in a few months!

A beautifully scented space matters to me, so this is a happy expansion of my Cececa collection — I already have their Iris Wood room spray and adore it. Where a spray is a quick refresh, a diffuser keeps things going, releasing scent slow and steady so the room stays an escape all on its own.

The new kid on the block from Yanga Beauty, and an immediate yes from me. It’s beautifully pigmented, easy to blend, and beginner-friendly. If you’re into blushes, this one deserves a spot on your roster.

The girlies know Glossier is the truth, and this holographic gloss is proof. With it, you get a hit of futurism for any look. For someone raised on disco, ‘70s and ‘80s glam, and every glittering thing in between, it’s less a want and more a necessity.

This is one cream highlighter I actually like. I’ve long been sold on cream blush and concealer, but highlighter took its sweet time growing on me. This is the one that changed my mind. The pigment is great and the shimmer is lovely. Feel free to swipe it everywhere, collarbones included!

Better than sex? Honestly, yes. This one works overtime on my bottom lashes, my favourite place to use them. My favourite thing about them is how they turn a glance into a whole moment. One sweep and I feel sensual and mysterious.