SMART SPENDS: THE BEST NEW PRODUCTS THAT WON’T BLOW YOUR BUDGET

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From luxe-looking self-tanners to salon-worthy hair treatments, these new beauty and wellness smart spends deliver serious results without the hefty price tag.

Bali Body Deep Violet Self-Tanning Mousse, $37.95

Created for warm, yellow-toned complexions, Bali Body’s new Deep Violet Self-Tanning Mousse delivers a rich, olive-toned glow with zero streaks.

Following the sell-out success of their Ultra Dark formula for red undertones, this latest launch uses a violet base to achieve depth and radiance.

The formula is lightweight, hydrating, and packed with natural oils and advanced tanning boosters. It’s also dermatologically tested, vegan, and made with 100% natural DHA—perfect for sensitive skin types. Available now via early access at au.balibodyco.com.

Purple jar of "Body Whip Perky Plum" with cream, topped with half a plum and leaves. Ice cream cone with cream spills on peach surface.

Sundae Body Whip Moisturiser, $40.00

Say goodbye to winter dryness with Sundae Body’s luxuriously whipped Body Whip Moisturiser. Formulated with glycerin—a hydration powerhouse—plus shea butter and rice bran, it delivers long-lasting moisture while supporting skin barrier repair.

The texture is lightweight and fast-absorbing, making it perfect for daily use without any greasy feel. Available in four fun scents like Watermelon Whirl and Perky Plum, it’s vegan, cruelty-free, and suitable for all skin types.

Shop online at sundaebody.com or in Woolworths and Priceline stores nationwide.

White dropper bottle of Skin Physics Repairing Phyto Serum on a light green background, featuring bold "R" and detailed text on the label.

Skin Physics Targeted Serum Range, $39.95 each

Skincare just got smarter—and more affordable—with Skin Physics’ new serum collection.

Each high-performance formula tackles a specific concern, from calming irritated skin to smoothing wrinkles or fading dark spots. The Repairing Phyto Serum soothes redness and hydrates with ectoin and cucumber extract.

At the same time, the Anti-Ageing Intensive Hydration Serum delivers serious plump and glow with WrinFix-P and hyaluronic acid.

For pigmentation concerns, the Discolouration Correcting Serum combines tranexamic acid, niacinamide, and alpha-arbutin to achieve a brighter, more even complexion. Available from late April at Priceline and online.

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LVL UP Hydration Sachets, from $14.99

Developed by two Melbourne entrepreneurs, LVL UP is the hydration game-changer designed for modern Australian lifestyles.

Free from artificial ingredients and packed with a premium blend of electrolytes, it provides rapid and effective hydration without the fizz or filler.

Available in refreshing flavours like Mixed Berry, Lemon & Lime, and the summer-ready Watermelon, these single-serve sachets are perfect for gym days, travel, or everyday wellness.

Scientifically formulated, TGA-listed, and manufactured to GMP standards, LVL UP delivers real results in sleek, portable packaging. Available now at Chemist Warehouse and Coles nationwide.

Pink packaging of 1000 Hour Lash & Brow Dye Kit. Features an eye close-up, "Graphite," 12 applications, waterproof, lasts up to 6 weeks.

1000HOUR Lash & Brow Dye Kit in Graphite, $19.99

There’s a new shade in town! 1000HOUR’s cult-favourite Lash & Brow Dye Kit is now available in Graphite, perfect for cool-toned blondes, ash brunettes, or silver-haired beauties.

Delivering salon-quality, smudge-proof colour that lasts up to six weeks, this kit makes at-home tinting easy and affordable, just under $2 per application.

With a sleek new look and the same trusted formula, it’s ideal for enhancing light brows or blending naturally with grey hair. Available at Priceline stores and 1000hour.com.au.

Perfume bottles labeled "I Miss You" and "Love in Sport" beside flowers, glasses, and bright backgrounds evoke a romantic, fresh mood.

Love in a Bottle Eau de Parfum, $24.99

Blending French perfumery tradition with clean, modern formulas, Love in a Bottle offers natural fragrance without compromise.

Created by third-generation perfumer Sonja Dodani, the range features 15 nostalgic, memory-inspired scents—like creamy Love in Milkshake and floral Love in Happy.

Each 25ml bottle is cruelty-free, vegan, paraben-free and perfectly sized for travel or gifting. With sustainable packaging and donations to animal welfare, this is a feel-good fragrance in every sense. Available nationally for just $24.99.

A bottle of "Lil J Bounce Back Hair Treatment" with a dropper. Green label, text includes "Coconut + Olive" and "30 ml / 1 fl. oz."

Lil J Haircare Treatments, $39.95

Want salon-quality hair without the splurge? Lil J Haircare is the clever dupe for cult-favourite K18, offering twice the product for less than half the cost per ml.

Whether you’re after volume (Thick & Juicy), strength for fine strands (Fine & Fabulous), repair for damage (Bounce Back), or a scalp reset (Flake Off), these targeted treatments deliver real results.

Expect smoother, healthier hair minus the hefty price tag—a smart self-care swap for budget-conscious beauty lovers.