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Another month, another slew of beauty products landing on the beauty desk. If you find keeping up with what’s hot (and what’s not) in the world of beauty as impossible as trying to keep up with whether Georgina Rodriguez and Christiano Ronaldo are officially Mr & Mrs or not, then don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. From the worlds of makeup, skincare, haircare and beyond, I’ve rigorously put the best new products through their paces to see what really deserves pride of place on a Beauty Editor’s vanity. Hey, it’s a hard job, but someone has to do it. From luxurious skincare to hair heroes and the scented candle of dreams, these are the best new beauty products to stock up on this month. You’re welcome.
DYSON
Just when I thought Dyson’s hair tools couldn’t get any cleverer (or more effective), the brand went and launched the Nural Hair Dryer – aka the hair dryer of dreams. Not only does it look seriously chic, but it’s got incredible features that make hair drying a breeze (and less damaging). The Scalp Protect mode is a genius feature, ensuring the temperature doesn’t go above 55 degrees Celsius when you’re using it close to the scalp, and it even deactivates the heater when you put it down or are pausing between styling phases. Oh, and did I mention it remembers your preferences and comes with a new Wave+Curl diffuser attachment that instantly enhances waves? Obsessed is an understatement.
19/99
It’s official: vegan, multipurpose makeup brand 19/99 has finally launched in the Middle East thanks to Powder Beauty, and it was well worth the wait. Their fuss-free, easy-to-use formulas make makeup a breeze – ideal for packing in your beach bag for a quick pick-me-up. Summer skin calls for that effortless glow, which is just one of the reasons why I’m obsessed with the Cream Highlight Stick. This isn’t your average highlighter. It’s a creamy, dreamy formula that melts into your skin for a natural, radiant finish. No glitter, no fuss, just pure luminosity. Swipe it on your cheekbones, browbones, or cupid’s bow for an instant glow-up.
Dior
The iconic Dior Le Baume has had an adorable limited edition makeover featuring new pretty pink houndstooth packaging practically made for summer. It’s like carrying a piece of Dior luxury in your pocket, and its ultra-practical size and shape are perfect for popping in your bag for on-the-go goodness. The formula is just as amazing as ever – super nourishing and hydrating with 95% natural-origin ingredients, perfect for dry skin. It’s my go-to for lips, hands and anywhere else that needs a little extra love.
Benefit
Get ready to lash out with Benefit’s new BADgal BANG! mascara shades. They’ve added a bold blue, a subtle plum and a beautiful brown to the iconic volumising formula, which features aero-particle technology that creates gravity-defying volume without the weight. The custom brush reaches every lash for maximum impact, and it’s smudge-proof, water-resistant, and even helps strengthen your lashes. The ultimate summer lash lover.
GHD
This new game-changer from GHD has totally transformed my hair routine. The HD motion-responsive technology is mind-blowing – it’s like it knows exactly what my hair needs, all thanks to whizzy motion-responsive technology that adapts to movements as you style. I’ve noticed a huge difference in shine, smoothness and less frizz thanks to the ultra-glossy ceramic plates, which boost shine by a whopping 85% and help keep your style in place for an impressive 24 hours. Not to mention it instantly reduces frizz, even when Dubai’s humidity levels go through the roof. It’s like having a personal hairstylist at home, delivering shiny, straight strands or beachy waves in seconds.
Guerlain
Anyone who knows me knows that if I had to use just one makeup product for the rest of my life, it would be bronzer. I use it everywhere (to sculpt my face, boost my tan and contour my eyes…) and love trying new formulas. Especially ones that boast a touch of blush and the cutest bee design. Case in point, Guerlain’s summer edition of their iconic Terracotta powder. The packaging is absolutely stunning, and the powder itself is a dream. It gives me the perfect sun-kissed glow without looking unnatural, and I love the added blush shades for a customised look. The honey-infused formula leaves my skin feeling hydrated and nourished, and it even smells sublime. Love.
Nuxe
Dark spots are one of my biggest beauty bugbears, so when a product comes along to help fade them away and firm up my face in the process, I’m all ears. Nuxe’s Dark Spot Correcting Serum has been a total game-changer, visibly reducing dark spots while evening tone and promoting radiance. The formula (packed with HA, alfalfa seed extract and hemerocallis extract) is lightweight and absorbs quickly, leaving my skin feeling hydrated and refreshed. I love the subtle fragrance too – the cherry on top of a beauty-boosting fluid.
Carolina Herrera
Gone are the days of annoying, sticky lip glosses that get stuck in your hair, for modern formulas deliver a high-shine, long-lasting finish minus the pesky stickiness. Case in point? Carolina Herrera’s new Good Girl Gloss. It’s the perfect blend of shine, plumpness and hydration, leaving lips soft and juicy thanks to a blend of HA molecules and peppermint extracts. The applicator is amazing, making it easy to get the perfect amount of gloss, and it plumps pouts and creates a mirror-shine finish for up to eight hours. Plus, the fact that I can customise it with charms is so fun.
