Spring is in full swing and with that comes a slew of exciting new skin and makeup products. From an advanced peptide-infused eye serum, to an re-engineered formula from Vintner’s Daughter, there’s no shortage of impressive skincare worth adding to your routine. For makeup, skin-friendly ingredients are getting infused into everything, from lip gloss to blush.
Read on for the season’s must buys.
Vintner’s Daughter Active Renewal Cleanser, $105 USD
In a world that’s about newness for newness’ sake, there’s something so refreshing about the focused intentionality of Vintner’s Daughter’s highly-curated product line that eschews shortcuts and instead focuses on craftsmanship, through the use of botanical actives. The brand has re-engineered their cleanser with a more potent concentration of their proprietary Phyto Radiance Infusion for pH-balanced skin that’s clean but not stripped. It’s formulated to remove even sunscreen and waterproof makeup, and can be used as a flash mask if left on for five to 10 minutes. It also smells divine. Available June 10.
Chantecaille Bio Lifting Concealer, $95 CAD
A new multi-tasking makeup product we absolutely love is this new peptide-infused concealer from Chantecaille. The clinically-tested formula is infused with botanical ingredients designed to smooth fine lines, improve the look of dark circles, and reduce the look of under-eye puffiness. With a creamy feel and medium coverage, it’s a perfect cover for jet-leg and late nights.
Sulwahosoo First Care Activating Eye Serum, $90 USD
Sometimes getting to the root of the issue is required. This new eye serum from Sulwahosoo is powered by ginseng, designed to firm, brighten and de-puff. It’s also infused with a blend of peptides to improve elasticity and vitamin c for a more awake look. The applicator tip is cooling for an instant pick-me-up.
Aesop Solasis Replenishing Hand Serum, $63 CAD
Don’t forget your hands. Aesop didn’t when they created this lightweight hand serum designed to reduce the appearance of dark spots and brighten skin, caused from frequent exposure to the elements. Formulated with dandelion root, niacinamide, and LHA, all combined help to treat hyperpigmentation. It’s also infused with essential oils for a wonderfully distinctive herbaceous fragrance.
VIOLETTE_FR Plume Eyeshadow, $49 CAD
French makeup artist Violette, who’s worked with Dior, Sephora, and Estée Lauder, certainly knows a thing or two about good makeup. She’s recently expanded her brand’s offerings with a new sheer cream-to-powder eyeshadow that’s buildable and blendable, and comes in four matte and four shimmer shades. “This is my most French-inspired formula yet,” she says. A must if you want that French-girl look.
RMS Radiance Lock Setting Mist, $53 USD for 100ml
This makeup setting spray doesn’t just keep your makeup in place, it’s also been clinically proven to hydrate and replenish the skin barrier for 24 hours. Weightless and not sticky, it’s perfect for the summer months when you want to avoid melting or creasing makeup. Infused with skin-friendly ingredients including a natural retinol alternative, an antioxidant defence, and brightening peptide, makes it a major multi-tasker.
Dr. Diamond’s Metacine Eyelift Bioremodeling Peptide Multiplex, $316 CAD for 15ml
Inspired by Dr. Diamond’s non-surgical Diamond Facial Contour procedures, this clinically validated formula is the first product in Metacine’s new Contour Collection. Designed to target the upper lid and under-eye area, it not only diminishes the appearance of puffiness and dark circles, but visibly reduces fine lines over time and enhances volume thanks to the Bioremodeling Peptide Complex that inhibits the enzymes responsible for collagen breakdown.
Tower 28 ShineOn Plumping Lip Jelly, $26 CAD
A new lip plumper specifically designed for sensitive skin, this new lip jelly from Tower 28 avoids irritation-based ingredients to pump and instead uses a plant-based ingredient to stimulate microcirculation to gently increase blood flow to the lips. The formula is also infused with a plant-based peptide that helps to boost lip volume over time. Non-sticky with a high-shine finish, it comes in five shades, including a clear option, and has a subtle vanilla scent.
NARS Insatiable Longwear Liquid Blush, $45 CAD
A new highly-pigmented, lightweight liquid blush just launched from NARS. It’s super easy to blend and melts into the skin for 16 hours of fade-proof wear. Available in 13 shades (including four interpretations of Orgasm – which we love). It’s also packed with skincare benefits, including peptides and ceramides, to help boost hydration and give a luminous glow.
Memo Paris Omnia Omnibus Ubique Eau de Parfum, $290 CAD for 30ml
Memo Paris has captured the spirit of Harrods in a perfume they’ve designed in collaboration with iconic British couture designer and artist, Giles Deacon. The fragrance is meant to reflect the elegant and immersive experience of walking through one of London’s most iconic department stores. A silky, modern oud, the scent is layered with notes of saffron, soft iris, warm woods, and creamy musk. The bottle itself is also a work of art, inspired by Harrods’ historic Art Deco tiles, with phosphorescent details that glow in the dark.