For the month of June, the beauty brands are stepping it up with their summer-themed launches, and they couldn’t have come at a better time. In Singapore, we’re in the thick of one of our warmest seasons yet. What do you get when you combine the blazing sun with our country’s relentless humidity? A very makeup-unfriendly climate.
But not all is lost. Let’s start with Fenty Beauty. The label has launched a number of stunning lip glosses that are simply perfect for the hotter months. The hydrating and oh-so-refreshing Gloss Bombs from the Ice Fruitz collection will cool you down from the inside out. But if it’s a super luscious pout you’re after, try out the new Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Gloss from YSL Beauty, for its 24-hour plumping power.
Discover these and more new beauty launches that are perfect for summer below.
Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bomb Ice Fruitz Collection
The perfect lip toppers for the summer are here. Fenty Beauty has put a refreshing twist on beach-ready makeup with its limited-edition Gloss Bomb Ice Fruitz Collection. Inspired by vibrant fruits, the universal Gloss Bombs are reimagined for the season in four new shades. The formula of these lip glosses are infused with vitamin E and shea butter for maximum hydration, but that’s not all. These Gloss Bombs are enriched with peppermint for a cooling, icy sensation on the lips. Our pick of the lineup is the orange-toned Melon Chillz, which sits beautifully on both nude and bold bases. But if you’re feeling adventurous, try out the Cucum’Brr. Don’t let the green tint scare you—the colour sheers out once applied and just adds a touch of cool-toned edge to any lip combo.
The Gloss Bomb Ice Fruitz Collection by Fenty Beauty is available at Sephora.
Guerlain Abeille Royale Honey Bond Treatment
Those familiar with Guerlain know how much the French beauty brand loves its honeys. From nourishing skincare to multitasking makeup products, honey is a core ingredient in the Guerlain DNA. Guerlain has dedicated much of its research and product development to find the most potent, enriching honeys all around the world (through only sustainable, ethical practices, of course).
Now with their Abeille Royale Honey Bond Treatment, the brand is taking the goodness of honey to the next level. This leave-in treatment conditions and repairs the hair with its Honey Bond-Protect Complexᵀᴹ technology, that utilises four types of honey in a single supercharged formula. What’s more, the Honey Bond Treatment also protects the strands from environmental pollutants and heat, of up to 230ºC.
Guerlain’s Abeille Royale Honey Bond Treatment is available at all Guerlain boutiques.
YSL Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Gloss
This year, YSL Beauty expanded its Loveshine product range with the new Plumping Lip Oil Gloss. Available in eight shades, this Dua Lipa-approved gloss provides up to eight hours of shine, and 24 hours of plumped-up perfection, thanks to ginger and pepper oils. The formula of the product comes infused with hyaluronic acid and fig pulp for an extra boost of hydration. If you only had to get one colour, we recommend Thunder Stealer (loved by model Lila Moss) for its prismatic, multidimensional shimmers.
The YSL Beauty Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Glosses are available at YSL Beauty stores and online.
Pixi Beauty
Foundation sticks are back. A hot favourite amongst makeup experts, foundation sticks are a great way to achieve that glowy, skin-like finish for summertime. Lightweight on the skin, the On-The-Glow Base from Pixi Beauty provides a silky, dewy coverage that blurs and evens out imperfections in the skin without feeling cakey or drying. Compared to traditional liquid foundations, foundation sticks are a much more breathable alternative—an important factor to keep in mind when you’re headed for a sun-soaked day by the beach.
The On-The-Glow Base from Pixi Beauty is available at Sephora.
Tsubaki Premium EX Repair Mask
To combat Singapore’s intense heat and humidity, even the healthiest hair needs a supercharged refresh from time to time. But you don’t need to go straight to booking a treatment with your hair stylist. Tsubaki’s Premium EX Repair Mask works wonderfully as an at-home solution for damaged locks. Say goodbye to your split ends and unwanted frizziness, this intensive hair mask uses camellia oil to keep the hydration on lock for a glossy, natural shine even through the most challenging climates.
The Tsubaki Premium EX Repair Mask is available at official local stockists, including Welcia and Watsons.
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