This was a month of revisiting cult favourites. Between Ulta Beauty officially joining the UAE market and Patrick Ta joining Sephora Middle East, tons of viral sensations that we’ve only heard about have finally made it into our hands. Now, with a refreshed perspective, here’s our vanity bag refresh.
Aveda | Advanced Botanical Kinetics™
While Aveda is known for its haircare, when they tap into skincare, they sure do it right. Their latest line harnesses the benefits of plants to plump and revitalise the skin. This all comes down to the ingredient phytotech vegan collagen, which deeply hydrates and nourishes the skin, building the foundational blocks to healthy skin.
Dior | Dior Addict
The brand notorious for starting the lip oil craze is back with new iterations! Releasing lip oils and matching eau de parfums, the latest by Dior is three juicy finishes in a subtle rose, peach, and cherry shades. Cherry oil helps to infuse the lips with moisture while that glossy sheen shines on. The fragrances are equally as tantalising. With sweet, floral notes, each scent brings its take on a gourmand fragrance: creamy, as told by Rosy Glow; velvety, as told by Peachy Glow, and intense, as told by Purple Glow.
Gisou | Honey Glaze Collagen Lip Mask
Just last week, Gisou’s Honey Butter Bar appeared at Dubai Design District. In it, was the chance to experience it’s much loved Honey Glaze Collagen Lip Mask. Now back in the market, the lip mask helps restore lips that have succumbed to winter dryness. Mirsalehi Honey, collagen, ceramides and hyaluronic acid penetrate the skin barrier, nourishing the lips and leaving them softer and smoother. Combined with the super cute packaging, and this product is on the road to going viral again!
Gucci Beauty | Glow Blush
Gucci’s new Glow Blush is your shortcut to that fresh, lit-from-within finish. It gives long-lasting, dewy colour with a soft pearly sheen, and the texture sits right between a cream and a powder—silky, light, and easy to blend.
iS CLINICAL | GenXC Serum
For those practising skin minimalism, iS CLINICAL is right there, practising with you. Their latest GenXC Serum brings science-backed activities to reduce skincare layers. Formulated with 20% Vitamin C and Extremozymes®, it blends strategy with skincare as the two ingredients work in tandem to brighten the skin and support the skin barrier.
Jean Paul Gaultier | Scandal Elixir
We’re sure you’ve heard of Jean Paul Gaultier’s Scandal, but how about Scandal Elixir? While it’s just as sweet as its predecessor, what makes Scandal Elixir stand out is its fruity, chypre accords. With notes of blackberry, patchouli, and iris, the scent is tart and powdery, blending perfectly with the Gulf’s chilly weather.
Rabanne | Million Gold for Her Pure Diamonds
Another fragrance line that has been much-loved! Compared to the warm, sensual tones of Rabanne’s Million Gold, Million Gold for Her Pure Diamonds leans towards the fruity side. Still, with notes of peach, apricot, jasmine, and musk, there is plenty of warmth and sensuality, especially after it dries down. Created as a tribute to Rabanne’s 60-year diamond craftsmanship, this scent is rich in its opulence that feels like diamonds in fragrance form.
Patrick Ta
And finally, we cannot round up the latest launches in the region without mentioning the launch. Recently entering Sephora Middle East, Patrick Ta brings his high-performing formulations to the MENA market. And yes, even the duo palettes that are constant on our feeds. And it’s their Major Sculpt Crème Contour & Powder Bronzer Duo that’s hit our monthly vanity bag! With dual formulations, it’s an easy pick to layer and sculpt the face, especially when on the go.
