As we are in the peak spring and summer, beauty routines begin to change as per the season just as quickly as our wardrobes do. The desire grows for breathable formulas that feel lighter and non-sticky on skin (minus sticky serums) while allowing sun protection and hydration in dry weather. Also, as the season calls for being outdoors, exposure to environmental stressors like dust, heat and pollution is common.
This season’s new beauty launches are curated to keep environmental stressors at bay by keeping skin fresh, glowing, and cared for through balmy days. From a refined take on vanilla fragrance, glow-enhancing sunscreen, nourishing lip care, to blush for flushed cheeks, these latest beauty additions will keep you summer-ready throughout the season’s brunches, soirées, and festive occasions.
Secret Alchemist’s Rare Vanilla
Vanilla scents are often linked with sweetness and dessert-like warmth, but Rare Vanilla from Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Secret Alchemist moves away from sugary gourmand profile yet feels soft, intimate, and subtly enveloping. Notes of heliotrope blossom, South Kerala vanilla, and tonka vanilla come together to create a layered scent that lingers for over six hours. Wear it on date nights or at intimate events to smell like an enchantress!
Make Me Blush by YSL
YSL’s Make Me Blush Bold Blurring Blush is designed as a silky powder blush that smooths the appearance of imperfections while delivering a vibrant flush of colour. The texture blends effortlessly into the skin without dryness, flaking, or cakiness. Put it on your final finish look for flushed cheeks with a softly matte, refined finish throughout the day.
Amsuman by Kama Ayurveda
As we enter summer, a new-generation sunscreen formulated to protect skin is a must-have. The Amsuman Daily Sun Shield SPF 50 PA++++, is claimed to offer preventive skincare. It protects the skin against UVA and UVB rays while also helping defend the skin from blue light, pollution, oxidation, and inflammation. Powered by Karanja oil, soybean oil and antioxidant-rich rice extract, it is also designed as an everyday anti-ageing essential rather than just a usual sunscreen.
Le Rouge Velvet Matte by Givenchy Beauty
Le Rouge Velvet Matte launches in 17 versatile couture shades, ranging from refined nudes and soft roses to powerful reds and deep statement tones. Each shade is created to complement and enhance a wide spectrum of skin tones.The ultra-fine, velvety texture is claimed to deliver intense colour payoff in a single stroke while offering a soft-focus, blurred effect, allowing each shade to look sculpted yet effortless on the lips. Encased in a sleek black couture case with the iconic 4G-engraved bullet, the couture lipstick reflects Givenchy’s heritage of craftsmanship and colour expertise.
Warm Wishes Soft Matte Powder Bronzer by Rare Beauty
It offers a smooth bronzing effect with a softly blurred matte finish that mimics natural sunlit warmth. The formula feels almost cream-like, gliding onto the skin easily and blending seamlessly without fallout. Lightweight, long-wearing, and infused with vitamin-rich tomato seed oil, it helps soothe the skin while protecting it from environmental stress.
NARS Afterglow Lip Balm
With summers come dry and chapped lips. NARS Afterglow Lip Balm combines colour and care in a formula designed to keep lips hydrated for up to 24 hours. Available in a range of shades ranging from playful pinks and neutral tones to rich cherry hues, the balm delivers a soft tint along with a subtle, glossy finish. Its buttery texture glides smoothly over the lips, offering a comfortable, non-sticky feel.
