Expert approved make up trends for autumn 2023

The best BB creams provide an ultra-lightweight base that brings hydration back to the skin. We love this one from L'Oreal which is enriched with natural ingredients including fig extract, Glycerin, Vitamin E and Pro-vitamin B. The shade-adjusting formula matches skin tone and texture perfectly.

Customer review: "The Holy Grail of the no make-up, make-up look. I love this product! Evens skin tone, mattifies without being cakey or chalky and stays put! Has SPF, lightweight, and moisturising. Tick every box for my almost 40-year-old face."

The best CC creams are designed to target those who suffer from any redness or rosacea to correct the colour of the skin. This glowing formula contains green pigments to instantly correct and conceals any redness visible on the surface of the skin. It also works well as a primer to disguise any redness under your make-up and works like a pigmentation cream to correct any pigmentation problems.

Customer review: "I suffer from eczema and skin allergies so my face at times looks flushed. I've tried loads of products to calm my redness but they irritate or are too heavy and you need to wear foundation over it. This is perfect as it calmed the redness straight away and doesn't feel heavy or look like I'm wearing a correcting product. My skin feels smooth and a balanced skin colour."

The best foundation we could find is Giorgio Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation. With one of the best shade ranges, it is one of the most diverse and inclusive foundations out there. Suitable for all skin types, the formula contains glycerin that brightens the skin and provides hydration all day long. A bestseller on the John Lewis website, it's a firm favourite.

Customer review: "Have used this for a few years now. I find it moisturising but not greasy, it evens skin without being cakey and lasts all day without feeling dry or clingy. It is quite expensive but it lasts a long time if you're only using one pump a day."

NYX is a brand that's seen popularity due to its affordability, and these matte bronzers are one of the highest rated on Amazon. Covering shades from light to dark, warm to cool. While these bronzers are matte, they'll create some definition to your look. Achieve a natural and healthy glow and bring some warmth back to your face for autumn in a similar way that a bit of self-tan for mature skin does.

Customer review: "Love this bronzer, excellent pigmentation and the colour 'deep tan' suits my skin tone well (I'm Asian and NC35 in Mac). The quality is fab, as good as high-end brands. Great value for money."

The Touche Éclat Illuminating Pen by Yves Saint Laurent acts as the best concealer and the best highlighter all in one. If you select a shade two or three times lighter than your foundation, you'll be left with a natural highlight that can be blended into your foundation for a flawless finish. Concealing any blemishes and brightening the complexion, this is a must have for autumn.

Customer review: "Couldn't be without this product, easy to use, blends well and highlights your skin where needed."

Among some of our favourite blushers for autumn are Rimmel's Maxi Blush Powders. Whether they're pink-toned like Exposed, Third Base and Wild Card, or orange-toned like Sweet Cheeks, you can create something truly buildable with their pigmented range. There's even a soft shimmer shade with Third Base, which may help you bring the glow back from summer.

Customer review: "This is such a good blusher. I’ve tried quite a few brands, some of which are pretty expensive, but I always end up coming back to this one, as the quality for the price is fantastic. It is a very pretty, usable shade, and you have the choice of a natural look, or to layer it up for a more striking one. I apply it with a brush and occasionally set it with translucent powder, but even without the powder, it has a decent longevity to it. Happy to recommend."

One of the bestselling palettes on Amazon, NYX Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette in warm neutral is ideal for adding some warmth to your autumn look. Add some copper, rust, gold or brown to breathe some life into your make-up. Whether you're looking for every day matte textures or going out shimmers, there's something for everyone.

Customer review: "For a long time I have not spent a lot of money on my makeup. However, as I am getting older, my face needs a little more help to look presentable! The range of eyeshadow in the set is lovely, and they are all the kinds of colours I would use - I use it mainly for work, although if I did venture to go 'out-out', I would be able to use it then too. I love that they are designed so that you can use them in groups of 4 to give a good palate mix. Would definitely recommend it. They last all day too."

The Magnif'eyes range from Rimmel London has a number of palettes available, ranging from cool to warm with their Smokey Edition and Spice Edition palettes. However, for a soft autumn look, we've chosen the Blushed Edition palette, which has subtle nude shades that come in matte or shimmer finish.

Customer review: "Really liked these, they go on really well, blend nicely, instructions on the back are easy to follow, was so pleased I've ordered another set in different shades."

For such an affordable price, you can't argue with getting 32 shades that are absolutely spot-on for autumn. Perfect for the changing seasons, there are earthy tones, smoky tones and warm tones galore. Admittedly, best for warmer undertones but a great professional-looking palette that's easy to use even for experimenting beginners.

Customer review: "I’m trying out lots of new make-up products at the moment and I wanted a reasonably priced, professional looking eyeshadow palette, and this was my chosen purchase. The shades are gorgeous and go well with each other for all kind of shadow looks. My favourite are the ones which have a glitter shimmer to them, and the colours are not over the top. I got the natural tones selection, and I really couldn’t argue with the product vs cost. It would be a perfect make up gift for all ages. I would buy again."

Ideal for those with cooler undertones, especially for autumn, this palette ranges from pale neutrals to darker colours so that you can create the perfect smoky eye. Including purple toned eyeshadows, these powders come in matte and shimmer textures that are buildable for richer and more intense colour.

Customer review: "Great palette for day or evening, and has all I need for on the go! I love the applicator for its ease of use to assist the steady hand unlike some you get so small you end up fiddling with it. The powder is easy to apply without being clumpy, and little does go a long way."

The shades Carmine Bolero and Brun Sulpice from Yves Saint Laurent's Rogue Volupté Shine Lipstick range are our favourite shades for an autumn day. Not only does it come in a luxury case, it also has a high-impact shine that looks and feels luxurious. Definitely one that will keep your lips feeling moisturised throughout the day.

Customer review: "This is my favourite lipstick in the whole world. It feels so good to put on, so soft!!! And the colour is amazing and looks great with everything."

At an affordable price point, the L'Oréal Colour Riche Satin Smooth Lipstick has an extensive variety of shades to select from, including pink toned and brown toned nudes, along with warm toned and cool toned reds. The enriched formula contains Omega 3 and Vitamin E that has a moisturising effect on the lips. We love the bestselling shade, S'il Vous Plait for autumn, which is a darker red.

This lipstick is the perfect antidote to thin, lacklustre lips. Made with moisturising jojoba oil, it hydrates and nourishes so your lips appear luscious and full. And of course it adds glorious colour, which instantly enhances the face. It's available in a huge range of colours, broken down into warm and cool tones. We love 'Sunset Glow' (pictured).

Customer review: "I’ve absolutely loved every product I’ve ordered so far. Lipstick has always been my nightmare to choose but, running out of one I finally found that worked and cannot replace, I’ve just ordered one of yours. Thank you, it’s just arrived and I’ve tried it and it’s perfect! Fabulous colour, feels light and silky, thank you! I will now try one of the other warm colours."

Tried and Tested by Beauty, Fashion and Wellness Product Writer, Samantha Price.
Technically, this lipstick shouldn't work for me because I lean towards cooler undertones and have really pale skin. However, this shade, Shiny Conker, happens to be one of my favourites, especially for autumn. It's a lovely warm brown, with hints of orange running through it, but it's also really wearable. It has a moisturising effect, keeping your lips feeling hydrated all day long. Hands down one of my favourite lipsticks. It's a really unique shade and I always get compliments when I wear it.

Customer review: "I am very happy with my purchase of No7 Moisture Drench lipstick. The lipstick glides onto my lips easily as it has a nice rich texture. On contact, my lips feel hydrated and comfortable. The colour is really nice it is such a wearable colour and suits my fair skin tone perfectly. I will definitely be looking at getting some more in different shades."