A beauty routine is only as good as the products that earn a permanent place in it. From glow-giving blushes to hardworking sunscreens, these standout picks combine performance, innovation and everyday ease.
Whether you are looking to add a touch of colour, strengthen your skin's defences or streamline your regimen, there is something here for every beauty enthusiast.
More is more
To add it its strong line up of blush offerings, Huda Beauty dabbles in blush quads, where the brand orchestrates a harmonious foursome of colours in a slew of colour families.
The latest to join the Blush Filter is Strawberry Latte, where hushed toasted hues are accompanied by a single pop of glimmering pink highlighter to add an ethereal dimension to the skin.
Versatile in nature, the blush palette can take you from the most casual of daytime looks to the most glamorous evenings.
If you’re a fan of layering your creams and powders, then you’re in luck, as each quad has an accompanying liquid Blush Filter that are intentionally designed to complement the product.
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For a painterly flush
Clean beauty brand Kosas, known for its natural approach to makeup, has released the Impressionist Multistick, which comes in seven earthen shades to complement any skin tone with a warm, healthy flush.
Featuring buildable pigment and skin-nourishing ingredients, the blush has a supple blurred finish that not only lasts up to 12 hours on the cheeks, but is also suitable for lip wear, making this the ideal on-the-go item to have.
The formula applies effortlessly on the skin, and you may opt to blend with your fingers for more precision, or a blush brush for a soft, diffused look.
Your gentle protector
For the first time in its history, Lancome has cracked the code to creating its first alcohol-free UV protection serum.
Featuring an effective dose of repairing actives, the UV Expert M.E.D Shield is clinically proven to extend the life of your beauty treatment results.
The serum-like texture gives a sensorial freshness during application, and provides ample sun protection without overwhelming the skin.
A new contender
Haven’t found your tried and true sunscreen yet? You may have your answer in Shaishaishai, a new addition to the local beauty scene, fresh from South Korea.
Cosmetically elegant, the sun cream is a true all in one: a moisturiser, an SPF, and a makeup base.
With the addition of antioxidants, the product is a one-stop solution for your photoageing woes.
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Corrective and preventative
Protection against the sun’s harmful rays isn’t the only thing that will make you treasure the Kiehl's Better Screen UV Serum, a formula that is also fortified to deliver textural and tonal improvements with use over time.
Infused with reparative collagen, this lightweight sunscreen has a matte finish that plays well both in our humid weather and for those with oily skin.
