The Brow Sculpt brought fluffy, laminated brows to our makeup bags. The Blur Liner went TikTok viral. Now Refy skincare has launched and the brand is kicking off proceedings with a bang thanks to a very clever innovation.
The Face Sculpt features a first-of-its-kind, built-in roller massager that is inspired by lymphatic drainage and massage techniques.
Facial massage and lymphatic drainage has levelled up my skin.
In practice, what that means is five cooling balls rotate to visibly sculpt and lift while a grape-sized dollop of the gel-cream delivers a skin-firming peptide, hydrating glycerin and calming provitamin B5 into the skin.
These are all ingredients that support the skin barrier – rather than aggressive actives – and can be massaged in using circular movements or swept in upwards strokes.
There's also the Face Cleanse, a daily cleanser that transforms from a serum-like texture to a frothy foam on the skin, melting away makeup and SPF while also purging pores of daily grime.
So should you be refreshing your 2025 skincare routine to include them?
We tasked five GLAMOUR team members with putting the Refy skincare line to the test. Here's what they thought…
The products:
Robyn, GLAMOUR's Social Media Manager
Product: Refy Face Sculpt
Refy beauty products have officially taken over my makeup bag, replacing old staples with their sleek packaging and impressive results. So, when Fi placed the Refy Face Sculpt on my desk, I knew I’d be instantly hooked.
This sculpting moisturiser comes complete with a rollerball applicator that allows you to massage and sculpt your skin while applying. Game. Changer. The formula itself is rich yet absorbs quickly, leaving my skin feeling snatched and glowing almost instantly.
The product also left a slight sticky residue on the skin, which made applying my makeup on top so easy. If you’re looking to elevate your skincare routine with a multi-tasking product, the Refy Face Sculpt is an absolute must-have.
Rating: 10/10
Fiona, GLAMOUR's Associate Beauty Director
Product: Refy Face Sculpt
I love this trend for cool, TikTok-viral beauty brands leaning into barrier boosting products packed with unsexy – yet derm-approved – skincare ingredients. It's what Gen-Z skin needs to be healthy and Jess Hunt has nailed that brief.
I include facial massage using a roller or gua sha as an additional step in my routine every day. So the fact that this moisturiser already has it built into the dispenser head is genius. It's so easy to roll it from the chin up to the ear – and then from the nose across the cheekbone – flushing away excess fluid as you go.
I normally use a facial roller on my forehead, too, but I wouldn't recommend it here as the Face Sculpt's rotating beads tend to drag on the skin. That said, my cheeks had a lovely pink flush after using the massaging tip so I could see that it had got my blood pumping and I definitely looked less puffy.
I also tried the product during a really arctic cold spell. I typically have an oily T-Zone and dry cheeks but I found that the moisturiser gave me a non-greasy glow. It stood up to see-sawing temperatures indoors and outside, too, when layered on top of a serum.
The Face Sculpt is like a brilliant non-basic, basic moisturiser. It plays nicely with all skin types including sensitive skin but if you're over 35 and want to ward off fine lines, you may need a richer formula with a few more targeted ingredients.
Rating: 8/10
Elle, GLAMOUR's Senior Beauty Editor
Product: Refy Face Cleanse
I have to confess, I’m team cream or balm when it comes to cleansers, so I didn’t expect to like this at all. Actually, I was surprised by how comfortable it is and how it manages to feel hydrating while also being super lightweight.
Personally, I’m lazy and I like one cleanse that can take my eye makeup off, whereas this warns against getting the product in your eyes. That said, it does a great job of removing foundation and leaving skin feeling really clean.
It doesn’t create the same tightness that most foam cleansers do thanks to hydrating trealix, glycerine and oil-like emollients and I can see this being a really enjoyable choice in summer when I don’t want a cleanser that’s as cocooning. For now, I’m still team cream and balm though.
Rating: 7/10
Lian, GLAMOUR's Senior Audience Development Manager
Product: Refy Face Cleanse
Cleansing always feels like a bit of a chore, especially in the winter because of how drying it can leave skin feeling after. As someone with combination skin I tend to opt for a cleansing balm to ensure any dry areas are well accounted for, although I do love the simplicity of a classic cleanser, so I was excited to try Refy's Face Cleanse.
Using three pumps, I was impressed with how quickly the formula lathered into more of a satisfying whipped, foamy consistency. Beyond removing my makeup incredibly well, I loved how radiant my skin felt afterwards. It's gentle, and leaves my skin well hydrated, while still giving a deep cleanse.
Overall I would definitely use this again, with its sleek packaging being another welcome bonus.
Rating: 9/10
Samantha, GLAMOUR'S PA To Acting Executive Editor
Product: Refy Face Sculpt
I’m always on a mission to find skincare products that look beautiful from the outside but also feel great on my skin. Refy’s Face Sculpt does just that. The sleek, neutral packaging is an instant win. The product? Just as good.
I love how the tube is an easy-squeeze. It feels like a cool gel when you put it on, thick and hydrating without being greasy or sticky, and the perfect texture to use the integrated ball rollers with.
The first try made my face a little red, but I think that’s a good thing! I have chronically dry skin, so I love how hydrating this is. It also gives a dewy glow, which is the perfect primer for makeup. Definitely earned a place on my bathroom shelf!
Rating: 10/10
For more from Fiona Embleton, GLAMOUR's Associate Beauty Director, follow her on @fiembleton.
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