A $389 perfume, a lightweight foundation and an eye-popping glitter eyeshadow palette have all made it into the top 25 best-selling products at Mecca Australia.
The beauty hub, which offers more than 100 global brands to women across the country, recently revealed their current best-selling list across all products – with some very surprising results.
Here, FEMAIL looks at the top 12 products in detail and what it is that makes them stand out in the increasingly saturated beauty market.
Here, FEMAIL looks at the top 12 products in detail and what it is that makes them stand out in the increasingly saturated beauty market
1. URBAN DECAY NAKED HEAT EYESHADOW PALETTE, $83
This chic new palette is one of many palette’s by Urban Decay that have sent beauty guru’s into a frenzy of late.
The relatively affordable eyeshadow palette is described as an ‘amber-hued collection of 12 on-trend neutrals that you won’t be able to put down’ and is made up of warm browns, burnt oranges and glitter-injected tones.
‘My brother gave me this for my birthday and it’s now what I want to put on my eyes every day. Like another reviewer below I’ve found that it makes my green eyes pop wonderfully, and the quality of the shadows is next level,’ one woman wrote.
The downside?
‘I love Urban Decay so much, however this is just for the women who wear and can wear warm tones. I’m a cool base and this palette does nothing for me,’ a woman wrote.
This chic new palette is one of many palette’s by Urban Decay that have sent beauty guru’s into a frenzy of late
The relatively affordable eyeshadow palette is described as an ‘amber-hued collection of 12 on-trend neutrals that you won’t be able to put down’ and is made up of warm browns, burnt oranges and glitter-injected tones
2. TOO FACED BETTER THAN SEX MASCARA, $33
This popular mascara is no stranger to the best-seller list, with the affordable product topping lists since it was first made available to the Australian public.
The curved brush has been a hit around the world and it is described overall as a brush that ‘separates, coats and curls each lash to voluptuous perfection!’
According to those who have used it, just one coat of the black, collagen-fuelled mascara formula leaves the lashes full, defined and stretched to great lengths.
Thousands of women have reviewed the product, with one of the most recent reviews praising the product for its ability to keep lashes black, curled and lengthened throughout the day.
The downside?
Some have taken issue with the large size of the wand and others have found the formula clumpy and slow to dry.
This popular mascara is no stranger to the best-seller list, with the affordable product topping lists since it was first made available to the Australian public
According to those who have used it, just one coat of the black, collagen-fuelled mascara formula leaves the lashes full, defined and stretched to great lengths
3. TOO FACED BORN THIS WAY FOUNDATION, $57
Since beauty YouTubers discovered this foundation, it has been flying off shelves.
The perfecting foundation claims to provide natural looking medium to full coverage, is oil free and is known to be hydrating for the skin.
Others have claimed it leaves an ‘undetectable’ finish, with the product enriched with coconut water to replenish moisture levels, alpine rose to brighten the skin’s appearance and boost elasticity and hyaluronic acid to smooth skin.
‘I have dry acne prone skin, so this product is the perfect balance between dewy and matte. It is also oil free, it hasn’t caused me to break out. It also has excellent coverage and one pump goes far on my face,’ one reviewer wrote.
The downside?
‘I have combination skin and found it looked patchy as soon as I left the store, and didn’t last 2 hours!’ One woman wrote previously.
Since beauty YouTubers discovered this foundation, it has been flying off shelves
4. NARS SHEER GLOW FOUNDATION, $68
Following closely behind was this hydrating foundation, which is known to brighten and even the skin tone, whilst providing all day coverage with a natural, radiant finish.
This foundation is an artistry favorite backstage at Fashion Week, with Nars claiming the silky liquid foundation ‘delivers immediate hydration, evens skin tone and leaves the skin brighter and more radiant’.
‘I have oily skin, hyperpigmentation and the occasional redness but I still love this foundation. I found it very easy to build up the coverage in areas where I need it,’ a customer wrote.
The downside?
‘If it manages to stick to my skin, it’s sliding off before I’ve finished doing my makeup,’ a customer wrote previously.
Following closely behind was this hydrating foundation, which is known to brighten and even the skin tone, whilst providing all day coverage with a natural, radiant finish
This foundation is an artistry favorite backstage at Fashion Week, with Nars claiming the silky liquid foundation ‘delivers immediate hydration, evens skin tone and leaves the skin brighter and more radiant’
5. URBAN DECAY ALL NIGHTER LONG LASTING MAKE UP SETTING SPRAY, $49
This product is said to ‘lock down complexion, eyes and lips’ for the night.
The cult-favourite, bestselling setting spray promises an ‘invincible makeup look’ and the formula includes Skindinavia, a highly advanced mist that prevents melting, fading or settling into lines and ‘keeps makeup looking fresh and flawless for up to 16 hours’.
It also features Developed with Temperature Control Technology that ‘regulates the temperature of your makeup so your eyes, lips and complexion is on point no matter the weather’.
‘ It gets rid of all powdery/cakey looks, locks in makeup for all day long wear and just makes everything sit nice and matte. Buy it, you will not regret it,’ a customer wrote.
The downside?
‘I feel like this was the one that every beauty guru on YouTube talked about. Not only did it disappoint me it made my skin way more dry and did not make my make up last throughout the day,’ a woman wrote of her experience.
This product is said to ‘lock down complexion, eyes and lips’ for the night
6. NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER, $44
While some may think that $44 for a concealer is a little steep, the reviews speak for themselves.
The creamy concealer promises ‘perfect coverage and long lasting results’ and a ‘beautiful, luminous lightweight finish that is a favourite among makeup artists’.
It also promises to ‘diminish the appearance of fine lines and signs of fatigue’.
‘This is the best concealer for covering up spots and evening out pigmentation,’ a customer wrote.
The downside?
‘I couldn’t dislike a concealer more if I tried. It settles into my fine lines, it was dry, it didn’t blend nicely,’ an unhappy customer wrote.
While some may think that $44 for a concealer is a little steep, the reviews speak for themselves
The creamy concealer promises ‘perfect coverage and long lasting results’ and a ‘beautiful, luminous lightweight finish that is a favourite among makeup artists’
7. TOO FACED GLITTER BOMB EYESHADOW PALETTE, $66
Glitter is the must-have make up product of the moment, so it comes as no surprise that this palette has shot into the best-selling list.
The product is described as ‘insanely pigmented’ and consists of two base shades to make colour pop and ‘create eight multi-dimensional prismatic pans!’
Using the white and black matte bases, customers can transform textures and shades to create limitless looks.
‘Oh my gosh, if you are a glitter junkie like me you NEED this palette in your life. For the price, it is pretty reasonable for the quality of shadows, also having the white/black under shadows transforms the colour,’ a woman wrote.
The downside?
Many customers have agreed that fall out does occur with this product so experience in application is necessary.
Glitter is the must-have make up product of the moment, so it comes as no surprise that this palette has shot into the best-selling list
The product is described as ‘insanely pigmented’ and consists of two base shades to make colour pop and ‘create eight multi-dimensional prismatic pans!’
8. MARIO BADESCU FACIAL SPRAY WITH ALOE, HERBS AND ROSEWATER, $9
This popular product is described as ‘a refreshing, hydrating mist to use anywhere, anytime’.
The refreshing mist is formulated with fragrant herbal extracts and rosewater and is ideal for dehydrated, tight and uncomfortable skin.
‘This is one of the best facial sprays that I’ve ever purchased, whenever I run out I always go back to it every time because of how hydrating and fresh it feels on the face,’ a happy customer wrote.
The downside?
Some have complained of breakouts and dryness after using.
This popular product is described as ‘a refreshing, hydrating mist to use anywhere, anytime’
9. MARIO BADESCU DRYING LOTION, $24
This product was one of the beauty industry’s best kept secrets before Kylie Jenner publicly announced her love for the lotion on her Instagram page.
The brand’s best seller, the Drying Lotion is a spot treatment made with a blend of calamine and salicylic acid to ‘clear up and soothe unsightly whiteheads overnight’.
Just one dab promises to ‘heal and dry pimples quickly’.
‘At this price point you wont be disappointed. I have my whole family using this product,’ one customer wrote.
The downside?
‘For me it just didn’t work and I have no idea why. I just have the usual red pimples and when I used this product they look the exact same in the morning,’ a woman wrote.
This product was one of the beauty industry’s best kept secrets before Kylie Jenner publicly announced her love for the lotion on her Instagram page
The brand’s best seller, the Drying Lotion is a spot treatment made with a blend of calamine and salicylic acid to ‘clear up and soothe unsightly whiteheads overnight’
10. GLAMGLOW SUPERMUD CLEARING TREATMENT, $98
This famous mask is beloved among Hollywood A-listers.
Described as the ‘World’s most Scientifically Advanced SUPERMUD Clearing Treatment’, the mask was developed to ‘fight all common skin concerns for clearer looking skin’.
‘New technologies for deep pore extraction, to eliminate the look of pores and a Patent Pending release technology with real Eucalyptus Leaf in our formula for Magical Glowing Skin. SUPERMUD for the New Gorgeous You,’ they write.
‘Absolutely amazing! I usually use a clearing mask on my nose once a week to pull out oil and blackheads and this one worked better than any others I’ve tried,’ a customer wrote.
The downside?
Some have reported breakouts, dryness and redness following purchase while others have taken issue with the hefty price tag.
This famous mask is beloved among Hollywood A-listers
11. DR. DENNIS GROSS HYALURONIC MOISTURE CUSHION, $84
This oil-free moisturiser locks in hydration and promises to ‘firm the skin for a younger looking complexion’.
While not cheap, the product is said to seal in ‘time-released hydration as it helps firm and smooth skin’s appearance for a more even, younger-looking complexion’.
‘Since using this moisturizer my face stays matte all day! I usually have the feeling of having moisturizer on but I don’t even notice this one,’ one reviewer wrote.
The downside?
‘This moisturiser would be good for the oily skin people as I have normal skin and dried my skin out. Did not enjoy this purchase at all,’ one customer wrote.
This oil-free moisturiser locks in hydration and promises to ‘firm the skin for a younger looking complexion’
12. LE LABO SANTAL 33, $389
This unisex fragrance is described at having ‘notes of iris, spice and violet’.
It was created in collaboration with Frank Voekl, the nose behind Musk 25, Iris 39, Baie Rose 26 and Santal 26 candle.
Those behind it do say, however, that it is ‘not for the faint of heart’ and describe it as being an ‘intoxicating scent’ that ‘sets apart the boys from the men’.
The fragrance is also laced with ‘heady notes of cardamon’, Australian sandalwood, cedarwood, leather and musk. It is also blended by hand.
‘It goes on with a very strong woody and sandalwood tone. But gets sweeter and warmer on your skin, the longer you wear it,’ one reviewer wrote.
The downside?
Many are not impressed with the scent after spending so much money on it, with one writing ‘I smell like wood’.
The full list can be found here.
This unisex fragrance is described at having ‘notes of iris, spice and violet’