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Founded in 2010 by French siblings Julien and Amandine Azencott, Codage’s personalised approach to beauty (bespoke skincare, complete with bottles engraved with the formula and customer’s initials) has made it a global hit.

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Founded in 2010 by French siblings Julien and Amandine Azencott, Codage’s personalised approach to beauty (bespoke skincare, complete with bottles engraved with the formula and customer’s initials) has made it a global hit.

Now, here comes the pret-a-porter alternative to its “couture” range: off-the-shelf serums with complementary cleansers, masks and creams ($55-$370, Escentials). Each is packed with a different cocktail of nutrients to suit skin’s varying needs – from an anti-blemish effect for breakouts, to brightening and energising after those late nights out.