Glamity-Jane

When it comes to skincare, I love nothing more than a mix of global innovation. In clinic, the shelves are stocked with products that really earn their place, and this month my In Clinic Icons feature is shining a spotlight on three regions doing it best: Korea, Australia and the US.

K-Beauty brilliance

Korean beauty is famed for glowing skin, and Genosys is one of the quiet achievers in Irish clinics. Their Blemish Balm Cushion SPF 50 (€58.50) is part skincare, part make-up, and the perfect handbag hero. It calms redness, protects with a high SPF, and gives that dewy finish that K-Beauty is all about. More than 60% of the cushion is made up of hydrating essence, so it feels like you’re topping up skincare, not foundation. Pair it with the Multi-Functioning Anti-Wrinkle Serum (€48.50) — packed with peptides to encourage fresh collagen — and you’ve got the ideal duo for skin starting to show its first signs of change.

Australian essentials

Nobody understands the importance of sun protection better than the Australians. Ultraceuticals is their gold-standard brand, and the Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 50 (€57.00) is one of my favourites. It’s lightweight, melts beautifully into the skin, and offers serious UVA and UVB protection without leaving a cast. It even contains Pure Vitamin C for an added glow. For skin that feels parched, the Ultra B² Hydrating Serum (€79.50) is a dream. With B5, B3 and hyaluronic acid, it plumps and soothes instantly, making it perfect post-treatment or whenever skin needs comfort.

American clinical care

Over in the US, IMAGE Skincare has become a clinic staple. The new Ageless+ Retinol Pure Liquid Retinol 0.1% (€117.50) is gentle enough for beginners yet powerful enough to smooth, brighten and even out skin tone. It’s a great way to start your retinol journey without irritation. For daytime, their Daily Prevention Ultra Defense Moisturiser SPF 50 (€63.50) ticks every box: antioxidant-rich, luminous on the skin, and importantly, no chalkiness.

From Korean glow to Aussie resilience and American precision, these products prove that when it comes to skincare, it pays to think global. Consistency, not trends, is the real secret — and these In Clinic Icons are proof.