Your Hero Beauty Product, Based On Your Star Sign

The product: Fruit Cocktails Strobing Blush Duo in Plumagranate by Too Faced, $48 at MECCA

The reason: Well, would you look at that; one shade of blush for each of your personalities… we kid, kind of. Geminis are a tad on the, er, erratic side, so timely trend-driven hues are no problem for you; you were put on this planet to stand out. As for when to wear which colour, simply choose between the chic cranberry and the flashy fuchsia based on which celestial twin is joining you today.

The product: Pure Greek Olive Oil Early Harvest Vitality Shield Booster Oil by Korres, $92 at MECCA

The reason: You may be modest, dear Virgo, but you also happen to be the hardest worker in the room. This olive oil-powered facial oil is much the same; it’s not the shout-iest ingredient around, but it’s quietly thriving all the while, often lapping its complexion-boosting competitors before they even realise it’s there. It also looks chic as hell, because anything akin to a Virgo takes style seriously, even in the skincare space.

The product: Sea Mermaid Skin™ Hyaluronic H₂O Serum by Tarte, $66 at Sephora

The reason: Lean into your Piscean personality’s aquatic aesthetic with a H20 hydrator. The mermaid vibe is fitting: you have an appreciation for all things mystical, and your sign is symbolised by fish (are mermaids not just glamorous, fictitious fish anyway?). The soothing benefits of this serum will also appease your need for relaxation, so splash your skin, then sit back and dream of growing a tail of shimmery scales.

The product: Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush in Bikini Martini by Fenty Beauty, $35 at Sephora**

The reason: Libras are basically the ultimate shapeshifters, able to reflect exactly what people want to see when they want to see it, and so you’ll need a beauty buy as versatile as you are. Try this newly launched cream blush on for size; it’ll look lush applied to the apples of cheeks, yes, but it also moonlights as a cream eyeshadow and lip tint. A woman of many varied talents, not dissimilar to yourself.

The product: Le Rouge Lipstick (Limited Edition Couture 2020) in Carmi Escarpin by Givenchy, $59 at Sephora

The reason: There’s no way around it: Scorpio is the sultry sign (that devil’s tail sits on the end of your zodiac icon for a reason, you know). Temptress status in mind, there are few products more fitting than a seductively sensual scarlet lippie. This red-hot formula is velvety, vibrant and impossible to forget, so we’ll bet you’ll be lusting after it years after its final swipe (fitting, seeing as that’s how your exes all feel about you).

The product: Caramel Melange Palette by Zoeva, $45 at Sephora

The reason: Taurus types are total foodies, so something of the gourmand variety (in this case, a craving-inducing caramel-inspired shadow palette) fits the bill perfectly. We have good news considering your aversion to change and, um, slight tendency to dig your heels in: this brand staple has been around since 2016, so it’s safe to say it’s here for the long haul. You can exhale now; cue relief.

The product: Hello Happy Air Stick Foundation by Benefit Cosmetics, $56 at Myer

The reason: An air stick foundation formula for an air sign: apt, no? Don’t stress about compromising (we know you’re not great at that) on coverage or comfort either; it’s nailed both. Lighthearted and yet also analytical, Aquarius’ tend to be out-of-the-box thinkers, so we’ll bet your savvy brain will even notice while shade shopping that the darker and lighter hues could be used for a little contour action. You clever thing.

The product: Skinceuticals C E Ferulic Acid, $242 at Adore

The reason: The word ‘downtime’ isn’t really in your vocabulary, is it Aries? So, in the name of maintaining proficient productivity levels, we advise you use the time to enhance your glowing skin with a single hero product.

The product: Thirst Trap Cocoon Mask by Wishful, $14 at Sephora

The reason: We’re not calling you thirsty, Sag, but we’re also not not saying it. Okay, we’re totally saying it. But it’s fine, your skin’s thirsty too. So while your spotlight’s dimmed (damn social distancing), cater to your complexion’s need to be noticed with this coconut sheet mask. It’s bound to satisfy both attention quotas: for your face, a hit of hydration, and for you, a legitimate reason to take selfies.

The product: Luminescent Eye Shade in Lion by Chantecaille, $80 at MECCA

The reason: Alright, this one doesn’t take a genius—Leo is the lion sign. Also, who else but feisty Leos would view effervescent bronze eyeshadow as ‘low key’? Exuberance is practically your middle name, so you’ll stay home, but you’ll look divine doing it. Nobody will see it? Not really an issue. As the self-appointed leader of every pack, your own opinion is the only one you really value anyway…

The products: Lash & Go Eyeliner by Velour, $38 at Sephora and Effortless Natural Lashes in Short & Sweet by Velour Lashes, $43 at Sephora

The reason: There’s zero chance Capricorns will be able to commit to relaxation during quarantine, so put your determination to good use by using the downtime to finally master the eye makeup techniques that evade you: winged liner and false lashes. This lash and liner combo is a disciplined soul’s dream; the liner actually acts as adhesive, so there’s no sticky glue necessary; ideal for type A Cap’s to whom mess is the enemy.

The product: Wild Geranium Eau de Parfum, $200 by Aerin

The reason: Oh, sweet Cancer, you deserve a scent every bit as soft, gentle and enveloping as your sensitive nature, and this warm, whimsical wildflower blend is a flawless fragrant fit. Seeing as you’re also a highly sentimental creature, it’s lucky the bottle will be worthy of a spot on your vanity even when empty—you’ll be too attached to toss it anyway, so you might as well hoard something aesthetically pleasing.