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If there’s one makeup range that has consistently impressed me over the last few years, it’s No7 Pro Artist.
As someone who tests beauty products for a living, it takes a lot for a product to earn a permanent place in my everyday routine. But No7 has managed it several times over.
From the glow-inducing Silk Glaze Skin Tint to the viral Soft Glow Cream Bronzer, not forgetting my beloved Prime Forever skincare routine that I’ve been using since January of this year, the brand has repeatedly delivered formulas that punch far above their price point.
So you can imagine my excitement when I heard the award-winning Pro Artist collection was expanding with three new additions – the Pro Artist Radiant Glow Gel Primer, Pro Artist On The Line Pencil Eyeliner and Pro Artist Blush Duet.
Having now put them through their paces, I can confidently say No7 has done it again.
The blush that instantly earned a place in my makeup bag
Let’s start with the Pro Artist Blush Duet, because this was love at first application.
Cream blush is my beauty weakness at the best of times, but particularly during summer when I want my skin to look fresh, healthy and naturally flushed. This clever duo combines both a silky powder blush and a dewy cream formula, allowing you to wear either alone or layer them together for extra impact. The buildable textures blend effortlessly, whether you’re creating a subtle wash of colour or a bolder look.
The cream formula was the standout for me. The pigmentation packs a serious punch, so a tiny amount goes a remarkably long way. Yet despite its intensity, it melts seamlessly into the skin and never looks patchy or overdone.
Ever since it landed on my desk, it’s become a staple in my daily makeup bag – and that’s saying something.
Pro Artist Blush Duet
The No7 Pro Artist Blush Duet is a two-in-one compact featuring a cream and powder blush that can be worn alone or layered together for a buildable, radiant flush of colour.
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Next up, the Pro Artist On The Line Pencil Eyeliner.
Traditionally, I’m not someone who spends ages creating intricate eyeliner looks. More often than not, I’m racing from work to dinner plans and need makeup products that work hard in very little time.
That’s exactly where these liners excel.
Formulated with an ultra-creamy texture and impressive colour payoff, the pencils glide on effortlessly and offer up to 12 hours of smudge-resistant wear. They’re available in six wearable shades too, making them incredibly versatile.
Rather than using them for precise lines, I found myself applying them more like an eyeshadow. I’d smudge the colour along my lash line, drag it just beneath the waterline and blend with my fingertip.
The result? A quick, lived-in eye look that takes less than five minutes but still looks polished and intentional. For anyone who struggles with liquid liner, these are a game-changer.
Pro Artist On The Line Pencil Eyeliner
The No7 Pro Artist On The Line Pencil Eyeliner is a long-lasting, smudge-resistant eyeliner with rich colour payoff and a smooth glide-on formula for precise lines or smoky eye looks that last up to 12 hours.
The hero product I already know I’ll repurchase
As much as I loved the blush and liner, the standout launch for me has to be the Pro Artist Radiant Glow Gel Primer.
The moment I tried it, I was immediately reminded of a luxury YSL primer I used religiously for years, except this version costs just £19.95.
Designed to smooth and blur the appearance of imperfections while creating a radiant base for makeup, the lightweight gel glides over the skin beautifully and can also be worn alone for an illuminated finish.
What impressed me most was how effectively it softened the look of pores and fine lines without feeling heavy or silicone-laden. Foundation sat beautifully on top, my complexion looked smoother throughout the day, and shine was noticeably kept at bay.
Crucially, it doesn’t contain the kind of chunky shimmer that can sometimes make illuminating primers feel dated. Instead, it leaves behind a healthy, lit-from-within glow that looks sophisticated rather than sparkly.
I’ve even found myself reaching for it on working-from-home days, wearing it with just a touch of concealer when I want my skin to look polished without committing to a full face of makeup.
Pro Artist Radiant Glow Gel Primer
The No7 Pro Artist Radiant Glow Gel Primer is a lightweight primer that smooths and blurs the skin while adding instant radiance and helping makeup last longer.
What I continue to love most about No7’s Pro Artist range is how accessible it it, and the quality you get for the price tag.
These are products designed to help everyday makeup wearers achieve professional-looking results, without requiring professional-level skills. The formulas are intuitive, easy to blend, easy to build and genuinely difficult to get wrong.
In an increasingly crowded beauty market, that’s no small feat.
The new additions feel like a natural extension of everything that has already made the Pro Artist collection so successful: effective formulations, thoughtful textures and products that slot seamlessly into real-life routines.
Safe to say, No7 has another three hits on its hands.
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