If there's one thing all of us beauty editors can agree on it's that the beauty industry doesn't need anymore celebrity beauty brands. Unfortunately, many celeb beauty brands rely on hype and popularity to gain traction, with formula and packaging falling short—and ultimately leaving customers disappointing.
But (and that's a big but) recently there are a few that have seriously impressed us (like Hailey Bieber's Rhode). In fact, some celebrities and their creative teams have created some of my all-time favourite beauty products. Case in point: Victoria Beckham Beauty.
I'll be honest, when I first tried VBB after the brand first launched in 2019, I knew that the products would be good, but I was sceptical as to whether they'd be worth their luxury price tags. I'm sure you've probably guessed by now that yes, it's damn worth it; making VBB one of the best celebrity beauty brands around right now. From impressive mascaras to cream blusher, these products haven't left my make-up bag since entering it.
Victoria Beckham Beauty products don't come cheap, so despite looking and feeling luxurious, the product formulas themselves need to be worthy of splashing your cash. That's why I've enlisted the help of MCUK's Junior Shopping Editor Valeza (who also adores the brand) to highlight the products we think are truly worth it. Together, we've done a deep dive into some of our favourite Victoria Beckham Beauty products; detailing pros and cons, with plenty of photos too.
The best Victoria Beckham Beauty products, reviewed by beauty editors
1. Vast Lash Mascara
Left with Vast Lash Mascara, right without
"Starting with the newest and the most surprising launch: The Vast Lash Mascara. Seeing as the brand's first mascara Future Lash is my everyday go-to for ultra-natural and fluffy lashes, I wasn't sure whether I'd be that impressed by the new formula, which promises more drama.
Rosie, the brand's PR was pretty convincing though: "The new Vast Lash is amazing; it’s the more punchy and is the volumising sister to the original Future Lash," And she was 100% right. The mascara has all of the great qualities of the original—no smudging, no clumps, great lash separation, easy removal—but with more volume, length and drama.
It reminds me a lot of Hourglasses Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara, giving the same intense length and definition without looking overly 'done'." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
2. BabyBlade in Medium Brown
Left side without, right side with BabyBlade
"I'm kind of lazy and haphazard when it comes to my brows (which honestly, probably shows). I simply like to fill in the bare patches and brush them up a little. BabyBlade allows me to do just that. It's dual ended with the pencil on one end and brush on the other, working great together but equally excellent in their own right.
The spoolie is stiff and thick enough that it actually grabs each hair as you brush upwards; I find that most are a bit flimsy making them hard to brush up in one action.
The pencil has a precise nib to make sure you're only filling in the areas you want. It's also an easy formula to manoeuvre, so if you fill in a little too much, you can use the spoolie to brush some of that product too. The shade selection is great and I find medium brown to be perfect for my hair colour and skin tone." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
"Like Tori, I don’t do much to my brows day-to-day. My brow hairs are quite thick naturally, so I like to use a pencil to fill in the gaps and correct the shape. BabyBlade has been my go-to brow product for months now. I adore the super fine tip - perfect for creating natural-looking strokes of hairs - and handy spoolie to brush them into shape.
Medium brown is the ideal neutral-toned shade for my brows, but there’s a few shades to choose from on the VBB website - from light blonde to dark brown." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor
3. Matte Bronzing Brick
I wear shade 01
"This is one of the star products for me. Because I'm a pale girlie (though I am fond of a little self-tan to tone down the translucency), bronzers can be tricky for me; often leaning far too orange. This is one of two bronzers I have in my stash that I can rely on to give a natural, sun-kissed finish.
It's a fine, blendable powder that has a soft-focus finish, meaning it doesn't dry the skin out or leave it looking flat. Victoria included two shades in each compact, recognising that we often need a couple of shades of bronzer to cater to the season, our mood or contouring styles.
The packaging is absolutely beautiful too. It's a weighty yet slim brass compact with VBB's iconic tortoiseshell design." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
4. Cheeky Posh Cream Blush Stick in Knickers
"Because I have rosacea, blush shades have to be just right for me to consistently use them. I've had this blush for about 3 months now and have used it daily. It's the perfect pinky-peach tone, which gives my skin a little boost of colour without being overpowering or too red. Plus, it's not shimmery; something I'm not a huge fan of in blush sticks.
As for the formula, it's solid enough that it stays put, yet velvety enough that it's blendable and buildable. With a little spritz of setting spray at the end of your make-up, this blush lasts all day.
I find it doubles up as a really gorgeous summery lip shade too." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
5. Posh Lip Gloss in Picante
"Another product that made me wear peachy-pinks is the Posh Gloss; I particularly like the shade Picante.
The formula is ultra glossy, non-sticky and wearable, adding a stunning sheen to my lips. It also feels moisturising, which cannot be said for the majority of lip glosses on the market. That's no coincidence though, the brand has focused on barrier repair ingredients to lock in moisture and leave lips feeling comfortable.
It's also a product that feels incredibly luxurious to have in your handbag—so bonus points for that." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
6. Contour Stylus in Travertine
Contour stylus worn on cheeks and eyelids
"This is one of the products I was admittedly least excited about but really pleasantly surprised with. It's one of the least intimidating contour products on the market right now and redefines what contouring is, in my opinion.
The Travertine shade is ideal for paler skin tones as it reads more soft brown than orange. It's great for precise application and especially nose contouring, if that's something you're into.
I did find that you have to use a lot of product to use it for cheek contouring, but the plus side of this is that it does give an ultra-natural finish.
I particularly love this product on my eyelids, which isn't its intended use but it's creamy, adds a wash of colour to my lids and doesn't crease." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
7. Posh Lipstick in Fire
"A shade for when I need to feel a little fiery is the Posh Lipstick, aptly named Fire. This is one of the most comfortable and moisturising red lipsticks I own. It's a creamy (feeling more like a balm than a traditional lipstick), easy-to-apply formula with a pigment that packs a punch.
It definitely isn't transfer-proof though, which is something to bear in mind. Though, it does leaves a pretty good stain.
I love the slim packaging and find the shape of the lipstick easy to apply without needing to bother with a lip liner if you're in a rush." - Tori Crowther, Beauty Editor
8. Portofino '97 Golden Shimmer Body Oil
"If you've smelled VB's Portofino '97 eau de parfum, you'll be thrilled to hear that the brand has just released a shimmering body oil with the exact same scent. Citrusy yet rich, it's the perfect product for golden hour in the summer. The shimmer this stuff leaves on my skin is unreal - there are no fine glitter particles but instead it leaves more of a lustrous sheen. I like to apply it to my arms, shoulders and décolleté - it's the most delicious finishing touch to an evening look. I only wish this came with a spray or pump applicator, as the open-bottle top makes it a bit of a faff to apply." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor
9. Bitten Lip Tint in Amour
"On the opposite end of the lip colour spectrum to Tori's Fire lipstick, the Amour Bitten lip tint is probably the most unique lip shade I own. The easiest way I can describe it is as a ‘pure brown’ - there’s no pink undertones, just a sheer, warm brown tint. My favourite way to wear it is layered over slightly-too-pink lipsticks that I want to desaturate.
In terms of the actual formula, the Bitten lip tint is surprisingly hydrating and has a pleasant cooling effect on the lips. It sets to a matte - but not dry - finish. It’s perfect for pairing with smoky brown make-up looks (which I’ve been gravitating towards a lot recently) and lasts for hours on my lips.
The great thing about the bitten lip tints is that they suit any skin tone and leave your lips looking just that - ‘bitten’. I adore the natural finish of the colour and have my eye on the bestselling Bisou shade next." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor
10. Victoria Beckham by Augustinus Bader Cell Rejuvenating Priming Moisturiser
"This is, hands down, the most beautiful piece of skincare I own. It's so stunning, in fact that I really didn't want to open it at first - but I'm thrilled that I finally bit the bullet.
This primer is incredibly lightweight (yet still super hydrating), doesn't irritate my sensitive skin and primes my skin beautifully for make-up. When I'm after naturally glowy-looking skin (and want my skin to feel incredibly expensive) this is the primer I reach for." - Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor
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Beauty editors and celebrities all swear by this bestselling moisturiser for glowing skinOne sells every two minutes
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As a beauty editor with chronically dry lips, trust me when I say this is the only product that sorts them outYes, it is worth the hype
