I Tried Beauty Pie’s Best Sellers—This Is What I’d Actually Buy
As a beauty editor, there are lots of different and new beauty products that land on my desk. The truth is, these days there are just so many new beauty launches to keep up with. It seems like there is a new celebrity skincare/makeup/fragrance launch every week, and that’s on top of the many pre-existing beauty brands who are already offer so many options. It can be a real minefield to navigate what products your skin needs, how to build a skincare routine and what products are actually worth the money. After all, there is nothing more infuriating than throwing your hard-earned money at an over-hyped or expensive product that ends up not fulfilling its promises.
However, there’s a little-known beauty industry secret that you might not know about. Typically, when you see a new beauty product launch, the price tag won’t factor in just the cost of the formula. Take a moisturiser that retails for £130 for example. It won’t actually cost that amount to produce in the factory. A cut will be factored in to go to marketing the product via advertisements, a cut might go to a celebrity ambassador, a cut for the retailer’s margins, and the list goes on. That moisturiser might only cost £10 to produce, but the retail price will be bumped up from the middlemen involved in between bringing it from the factory and into the store. Before you know it, it has a much bigger price tag.
There aren’t many brands that I would call revolutionary, but when Beauty Pie launched in 2016, beauty editors were all in agreement that it was something very unique, which isn’t a term we throw around lightly in this industry. Beauty Pie’s founder, Marcia Kilgore (who is also the brains behind Soap & Glory, Bliss and FitFlop) saw the opportunity to bring the incredible formulas direct from the factories, without the mark-up of the middlemen. The savings are passed straight on to you, so that moisturiser that costs £130 can be yours for around £10 mark.
Beauty Pie effectively works like Netflix, but for beauty. From £10 a month, you have access to buy skincare, makeup, hair care, body care and candles at factory prices. Beauty Pie work with some of the best suppliers from around the world, so you can guarantee that it’s formulas are among some of the best in the industry. And for an annual cost of £59, you can become a member for 12 entire months and access member prices.
If you want in and want to know what some of the best Beauty Pie products are, I tried its best-sellers to see how they stack up against my favourite products that I’m currently using.
I reviewed the best-selling Beauty Pie products below.
The Best Beauty Pie Products
1. C-Wave Light Facial LED Treatment Mask
Price shown is member price.
OK, Beauty Pie has launched an LED mask, so if you want in, you had best move fast because it's due back in stock soon and it flew off the shelves last time. Its worth £250, but available to Beauty Pie members for just £99. From smoothing wrinkles to plumping the skin, there are so many benefits of LED. If you've missed out, more stock is on the way, so keep you eyes peeled. I've not seen an LED mask with this level of tech for such a reasonable price point before.
2. Youthbomb Collagen Peptide + Glow Duo
Price shown is member price.
The Youthbomb range is one of Beauty Pie's best lines—hands down. Created with consultant dermatologist Dr Andrew Markey, he says this formula kickstarts your skin to “switch your glow back on”, and I couldn't agree more. Using both the serum and moisturiser in tandem unlocked an unrivalled glow that I've never seen my skin have. I've just run out, so I'm taking advantage of this duo kit.
3. Sam Chapman & Beauty Pie The Blushy Lip & Cheek Tint
Price shown is member price.
Beauty Pie often pair up with industry icons for collaborations, and this time the brand teamed up with makeup artist extraordinaire, Sarah Chapman. The pro MUA has created an amazing edit of products, but my pick would be this suits-all cream blush which imparts a healthy flush of colour to the skin with a dewy finish that works just as well on lips as it does cheeks.
4. Plantastic Genius Ginseng Eye Energy Cream
My thirties are fast approaching, and I'm firmly in my dark under eye circles era. This eye cream spoke to me, and I can confirm that it really does help to reduce their appearance. It helps to illuminate and hydrate the under eye area, making it great prep for makeup in the mornings too. I now can't live without this eye cream.
5. Brazilian Lime, Fig Leaves & Tea Deluxe Body Wash
I love a fancy designer body wash, but, I just can't justify spending £40 upwards on a shower gel. But thankfully, Beauty Pie has us covered with this chic bottle at just £15, which feels reasonable for something a little fancier than a supermarket body wash, and this scent could easily pass for three times the price. The smell is heavenly and invigorating with a squeeze of zesty lime, sweet fig and mood-boosting tea.
6. Super Retinol (+ Vitamin C) Night Renewal Moisturiser
Price shown is member's price. Standard value is £70.If you're new to retinol this is a great product to try. Retinol works by plumping wrinkles and fine lines, and is one of the only proven ingredients to work against these. It also has antioxidants vitamin C and ferulic acid, which brighten the skin and reduce pigmentation. This formula contains shea butter, which is intensely hydrating, so it's a great option if you have dry skin.
7. Beauty Pie Supergroups Brightening Niacinamide (10%)
Price shown is members' price.
Niacinamide (or vitamin B3) is one of those wonder ingredients that gets on with every skin type. It's soothing on the skin, but it is particularly good if you have oily or combination skin and are prone to breakouts. Niacinamide works to minimise the look of pores, too, and BEAUTY PIE's trials found that 84% saw less breakouts after four weeks, which is pretty impressive.
8. Beauty Pie Triple Hyaluronic Acid Lipopeptide Serum
Price shown is members' price.
A hyaluronic acid serums go, this is one of the best (and is a beauty editor favourite). Hyaluronic acid works by intensely hydrating the skin. This formula contains multiple molecular weights of the ingredient which basically acts like an all-access card to get into certain layers of your skin, so you get long-lasting hydration. I was seriously impressed with how this hydrated my skin, and the addition of skin-fortifying ceramides are brilliant at calming and repairing stressed skin.
9. Beauty Pie Super Healthy Skin Deluxe Moisture Body Crème
Price shown is members' price.
Beauty Pie's body care is incredible, and this body cream has a loyal fanbase—including me. While my complexion is combination, the skin on my body is forever parched and most lotions don't cut it. The ones that do are typically really expensive, so I love that this comes in at a more affordable price point while delivering on its promises. Seriously, when I twisted open the cap I gasped at home luxuriously thick this body cream is. Not only is it intensely hydrating (thanks to shea butter and nourishing oils), but it isn't over perfumed, which my sensitive skin rates.
10. Beauty Pie Superluminous Under-Eye Genius
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If you're not currently using an under-eye corrector, then please allow me to get you onto this. I've been loyal to a premium under-eye corrector before, but I would always wince at the price whenever I go to re-purchase. This one is pretty much the same. The balmy-cream texture melts into the skin to colour-correct my dark circles. When I use this, I find I can use less concealer, which also leads to less creasing. It comes in two shades (pink to counteract blue-toned underage circles on fair skin colours, and a peachy-brown hue to disguise brown-toned dark circles, which are typically found in darker skin tones).
Price shown is members' price.
If you have darker skin and brown-toned under eyes, then this shade is idea to brighten and conceal.
11. Beauty Pie Japanfusion Pure Transforming Cleanser
Price shown is members' price. Standard value is £60.I was first introduced to this cleanser by one of my best friends who has incredible skin, so I was eager to try it—I wasn't let down. It has a gel-to-oil-to-milk texture, so it makes light work of melting away makeup and leaving skin cleansed, but not uncomfortable. And I can confirm that it even melts away waterproof mascara and it won't sting your eyes either.
12. Beauty pie Japanfusion Genius Lift Elixir
Price shown is members' price.
If you want skin that looks like you've downed two litres of water and just emerged from a fancy facial, then check this out. This serum instantly plumps and moisturises skin, leaving it looks luminous and radiant. It does have a slight oily-like consistency which is lightweight, but may be more suitable for dry or mature skin types looking for intense hydration.
13. Beauty Pie Featherlight UVA/UVB SPF 50 Sunscreen + Primer
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I struggle to find that SPFs that work for my skin. They either feel way too heavy on my combination skin, sting my sensitive eyes or won't sit well under makeup. This one passed with flying colours. Not only is it true to its name of being lightweight, but the formula has liquid lotion-like texture, which is great alone or underneath makeup. It's not overly dewy and not matte either, it's sits within a happy medium.
14. Beauty Pie Youthbomb 360° Radiance Concentrate (S001)
Price shown is members' price.
This is one of Beauty Pie's latest innovations which was developed with world-renowned Consultant Dermatologist, Dr Andrew Markey, and Beauty Pie liken this product to the expensive doctor-led brands on the market. It contains 15 active ingredients to achieve a 15-prong approach to anti-ageing by firming, brightening and hydrating the skin. You only have to look at the 5-star reviews to know its good.
15. Beauty Pie Super Healthy Skin Ultimate Anti-Aging Cream
Price shown is members' price.
This is such a hard-working moisturiser. It contains hydrating hyaluronic acid and leaves skin so soft. It also has actives and antioxidants to defend against pollution, leaving skin shielded and protected throughout the day. It sinks in easily and makes a great base for makeup too.
More Editor-Approved Beauty Pie Favourites
Beauty Pie Luminizing Wand in Champagne
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There is a certain sellout highlighter that looks very similar to this one, and this one is just as good. It instantly adds radiance to cheekbones without any glitter—just an expensive-looking sheen.
100% Silk Hair Scrunchies
Price shown is members' price.
Silk scrunchies are the best and gentlest on lengths, but they can be expensive. These are the best-value ones that I've found, with six in a pack for less than £20.
Beauty Pie Clean House Candle
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Don't let Beauty Pie's candles pass you by. They're seriously good. This one is a fan-favourite and is aptly called Clean House, with notes of lavender, freesia and clean cotton sheets. It's also made in Grasse, France, which is essentially the fragrance capital of the world.
Beauty Pie Longwear Cream Shadow Stick in Brazzilionaire
Price shown is members' price.
Many compare these eyeshadow sticks to other premium versions. This shade is so flattering on everyone and is crease- and smudge-proof.
Beauty Pie Sleepeasy Luxury Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Price shown is members' price.
A silk pillowcase is a great investment for your hair, leaving it less prone to breakage and frizz. BEAUTY PIE's version makes it a great way to invest without breaking the bank.
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Eleanor Vousden is the beauty editor of Who What Wear UK. She was previously deputy editor at Hairdressers Journal, health writer at Woman & Home and junior beauty editor at beauty website Powder. She has also contributed to Wallpaper and Elle Collections with written and styling work.
Working as a beauty journalist since 2015 after graduating in fashion journalism at the London College of Fashion, she has been highly commended at the BSME Talent Awards and also contributed to Powder, winning Website of the Year at the PPA Awards for her work in beauty journalism.
Eleanor’s journalistic focus is to provide readers with honest and helpful beauty content. Through words, video and live broadcast, she has interviewed several celebrity makeup artists, hairstylists and top dermatologists throughout her career. She has a particular interest in finding solutions for acne and eczema, which she has experienced firsthand. She has also amassed a large collection of fragrances and can never say no to a new candle.
When she’s not writing or testing the latest beauty product or treatments, she’s on the seafront in her hometown of Brighton and Hove, where she lives with her partner.
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