The month has come with the kind of transitional weather no one asks for. Hot winds followed by humidity make taking care of our skin a nightmare! But now that we know what’s to come, our vanity bag is due for a summer refresh, replacing thick formulations with lightweight ones. Within the beauty world, the latest releases have been turning to new methods of application and production, making May a month of new perspectives on our classic beauty favourites. Here’s what we’re adding to the vanity this month.
Maison Origine Paris | Amber Me Paris
Built around love and intimacy, Amber Me Paris is a heady fragrance centred around warmth, deep, woody and ambery notes. In a sleek black bottle, the extrait de parfum opens with notes of grapefruit, lavender, and mugwort before settling into heart notes of amber, leather, and tobacco. The dry down is sweet and deep with oud that settles into the skin, leaving behind a complex scent profile ideal for those short but sweet summer nights.
Kosas | Lip Pulse Glassy Lip Plumper Gloss
On the days when just skincare and gloss will do, this Kosas lip plumping gloss adds that oomph for a no makeup day. Formulated to plump the lips while also delivering a high shine finish, this lip plumper immediately delivers with a cooling tingle without stripping off any moisture from the lips. With six shades to choose from, it builds on every mood you need your lips to be in.
Sulwhasoo | Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Cleansing Foam
With the heat making our sunscreen, skincare, and makeup melt into the skin, the latest cleanser by Sulwhasoo works to take it off in one full swoop. Formulated with a Ginseng Amino Complex™, Korean Ginseng Actives, and Ginseng Peptide™, this cleanser starts as a cream to the skin before turning into a foam that gently cleanses. Considering how the hotter weather will soon make us cleanse our faces even more, having a gentle but powerful cleanser can make all the difference to the skin barrier. This one makes sure the process is as comfortable as possible, brightening the skin without stripping it off.
Ajmal | Evoke Red
The latest addition to the brand’s Evoke collection, Evoke Red radiates confidence from its vivid bottle to the invigorating spritz. Opening with orris butter, popcorn accords, pink pepper, and lavender, the scent settles into a heart of magnolia, praline, and macadamia notes before drying down to notes of sandalwood, musk, vanilla, tonka beans, and benzoin. It’s unbelievably sweet, but the floral notes keep the fragrance light instead of overpowering, turning into a comforting scent.
Victoria Beckham Beauty | Colour Wash Bronze Water Tint
Taking the classic bronzing formula and turning it into a water-based tint, the latest by Victoria Beckham Beauty is made for the region! The brozy tint is formulated with seawater to keep the skin hydrated while it settles into it. Whereas the texture is easily blendable and buildable, creating a diffused bronzed looks natural to the skin.
Huda Beauty | Easy Bake Intense
The launch that momentarily had the beauty world in a chokehold, the Easy Bake Intense by Huda Beauty is a creamy, floral gourmand that turns into a skinscent, staying put all day! The fruit floral notes come from its opening of wild cherry and white flower, which instantly delivers a hit of freshness. From there, the scent turns sugary sweet with notes of cinnamon, caramel, and vanilla bourbon. With a powerful sillage, a few sprays are all you need.
Sacheu Beauty | DoubleDown Lip Definer™
The latest in hybrid beauty, Sacheu Beauty eliminated the time spent perfecting a lip combo but adding them to the same product. The DoubleDown Lip Definer™ is a liner and a balm designed to line the lips while filling them out simultaneously. With 9 shades that go from nudes to everyday neutrals to occasionwear lips, the liner-balm leaves behind a satin finish that suits any mood of the day.
Sol De Janeiro | Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion 48
The humidity of the region makes lotioning a hassle, but Sol De Janeiro’s recent release tackles that problem with a lightweight formula that almost feels like a serum. In a watery gel texture, the Body Badalada™ Skin Refresh Water Lotion 48 is like a tall glass of water to the skin. It quickly drinks it up, leaving it hydrated and subtly smelling of the brand’s Cheirosa 48 scent. With glycerin and guava leaf in the formulation, you can also expect all-day hydration that doesn’t feel tacky or greasy.
