9 New Beauty Products To Try Right Now: October 2021
The latest and greatest beauty products to hit the shelves—and why they warrant an ‘add to cart’.
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The beauty of, well, beauty products is that they only demand a short-term commitment. No matter the product—be it a shampoo, serum, eye cream or foundation—eventually, it will run out. The plus side? It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new.
What’s that saying? There’s really no time like the present… or something like that. Surely, we can’t be the only ones who feel like a brand new person after spritzing on a new scent or applying a swipe of lipstick?
Welcome to What’s New Now—our monthly round-up of the latest and greatest products to hit the shelves. Whether you’re searching for a few hints to drop, a gift for your best girlfriend or just want to try something that you haven’t before, you will find everything you need right here.
SKIN
L’Occitane Immortelle Reset Serum
Good skin is calling and they want you to know that the L’Occitane Immortelle Reset Serum is the key to a glowy, hydrated complexion. Working to smooth fine lines and soothe the skin from daily stress factors, the latest iteration of the iconic serum contains 10 times more Immortelle essential oil, to provide you with the strongest anti-ageing and antioxidant properties possible. A luminous morning complexion awaits you.
Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm
The perfect addition to your cleansing routine, the Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm is a sensorial delight. A multitasking, citrus-scented cleanser, the formula is loaded with native Australian wild leaf orange extract which is rich in phyto-compounds (think amino acids) to help maintain the skin’s hydration levels. Sandalwood seed oil and grapeseed oil also help to reduce sebum and protect the skin from free radicals.
Avène Sunscreen Aqua-Fluid SPF 50+
Famous for their gentle yet effective sunscreen formulas, Avène has released a new ultra-lightweight, high-protection, broad spectrum sunscreen that is ideal for adult sensitive skin. Formulated with a minimal number of chemical filters and no fragrance (!!) the serum-like sunscreen provides UVA and UVB protection with a luminous, sheer finish. Summer is calling!
Minenssey Purifying Perfecting Cream
For those of us that struggle with congested skin but still want ample hydration, Minenssey’s new Purifying Perfecting Cream is the formula for you. Designed to moisturise and smooth the skin while controlling oil production and reducing the appearance of blemishes and post-acne marks, this pot of goodness is the perfect combination of strength, hydration and balance for the skin.
MAKEUP
Anastasia Beverly Hills Primrose Palette
Now that travel is (almost) on the cards again, we need makeup products that are compact but pack a punch. Cue: Anastasia Beverly Hills’s new Primrose Palette. This all-in-one palette is packed with intense matte and metallic shadows to create looks that range from subtle daytime effortlessness to dramatic nighttime glam. With 12 buttery shades, building a beautiful look is a breeze.
Vapour Aura Multi-Use Stick Blush
If you’re a fan of the monochromatic makeup look, then a multi-stick product for the cheeks, lips and eyes is a must-have. And we can’t go past the Vapour Aura Multi-Use Blush Stick. Containing hydrating organic sunflower oil and calming frankincense, myrrh and lotus, this nourishing formula is also good for the world, donating $1 from every sale to support youth in crisis with DreamTree.
HAIR
Davines Elevating Scalp Recovery Treatment
Is a sensitised and dehydrated scalp getting you down? Try the Davines Elevating Scalp Recovery Treatment. Immediately relieving the scalp and reducing itchiness and redness, the anti-inflammatory active ingredients in this soothing formula help to hydrate and balance the scalp, prompting healthier, shinier hair.
FRAGRANCE
Hermès Twilly Eau Ginger
The perfect addition to your spring fragrance wardrobe, the new Hermès Twilly Eau Ginger eau de parfum is a dazzling scent for the chicest of women. Combining the vibrant notes of peony with the brightness of ginger and lively cedar, the fragrance is a floral, spicy and woody explosion of colour.
WELLNESS
The Beauty Chef Clarify
Designed for people prone to congested skin and breakouts, The Beauty Chef’s new Clarify Inner Beauty Support contains nutrients that synergistically support clearer, healthier and smoother skin. Formulated with broccoli sprout, burdock, dandelion and echinacea to support gut health, the inclusion of vitamin A and vitamin B work to support cellular turnover and hormonal metabolism for your most balanced skin to date.
SKIN
L’Occitane Immortelle Reset Serum
Good skin is calling and they want you to know that the L’Occitane Immortelle Reset Serum is the key to a glowy, hydrated complexion. Working to smooth fine lines and soothe the skin from daily stress factors, the latest iteration of the iconic serum contains 10 times more Immortelle essential oil, to provide you with the strongest anti-ageing and antioxidant properties possible. A luminous morning complexion awaits you.
Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm
The perfect addition to your cleansing routine, the Alpha-H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm is a sensorial delight. A multitasking, citrus-scented cleanser, the formula is loaded with native Australian wild leaf orange extract which is rich in phyto-compounds (think amino acids) to help maintain the skin’s hydration levels. Sandalwood seed oil and grapeseed oil also help to reduce sebum and protect the skin from free radicals.
Avène Sunscreen Aqua-Fluid SPF 50+
Famous for their gentle yet effective sunscreen formulas, Avène has released a new ultra-lightweight, high-protection, broad spectrum sunscreen that is ideal for adult sensitive skin. Formulated with a minimal number of chemical filters and no fragrance (!!) the serum-like sunscreen provides UVA and UVB protection with a luminous, sheer finish. Summer is calling!
Minenssey Purifying Perfecting Cream
For those of us that struggle with congested skin but still want ample hydration, Minenssey’s new Purifying Perfecting Cream is the formula for you. Designed to moisturise and smooth the skin while controlling oil production and reducing the appearance of blemishes and post-acne marks, this pot of goodness is the perfect combination of strength, hydration and balance for the skin.
MAKEUP
Anastasia Beverly Hills Primrose Palette
Now that travel is (almost) on the cards again, we need makeup products that are compact but pack a punch. Cue: Anastasia Beverly Hills’s new Primrose Palette. This all-in-one palette is packed with intense matte and metallic shadows to create looks that range from subtle daytime effortlessness to dramatic nighttime glam. With 12 buttery shades, building a beautiful look is a breeze.
Vapour Aura Multi-Use Stick Blush
If you’re a fan of the monochromatic makeup look, then a multi-stick product for the cheeks, lips and eyes is a must-have. And we can’t go past the Vapour Aura Multi-Use Blush Stick. Containing hydrating organic sunflower oil and calming frankincense, myrrh and lotus, this nourishing formula is also good for the world, donating $1 from every sale to support youth in crisis with DreamTree.
HAIR
Davines Elevating Scalp Recovery Treatment
Is a sensitised and dehydrated scalp getting you down? Try the Davines Elevating Scalp Recovery Treatment. Immediately relieving the scalp and reducing itchiness and redness, the anti-inflammatory active ingredients in this soothing formula help to hydrate and balance the scalp, prompting healthier, shinier hair.
FRAGRANCE
Hermès Twilly Eau Ginger
The perfect addition to your spring fragrance wardrobe, the new Hermès Twilly Eau Ginger eau de parfum is a dazzling scent for the chicest of women. Combining the vibrant notes of peony with the brightness of ginger and lively cedar, the fragrance is a floral, spicy and woody explosion of colour.
WELLNESS
The Beauty Chef Clarify
Designed for people prone to congested skin and breakouts, The Beauty Chef’s new Clarify Inner Beauty Support contains nutrients that synergistically support clearer, healthier and smoother skin. Formulated with broccoli sprout, burdock, dandelion and echinacea to support gut health, the inclusion of vitamin A and vitamin B work to support cellular turnover and hormonal metabolism for your most balanced skin to date.
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