Jessica Diner, global beauty and wellness director, is back with her weekly Director’s Cut, a curated list of the most exciting new products to add to your beauty arsenal. This week, she’s covering everything from dewy concealers and luxurious fragrances to innovative hairbrushes and glow-boosting skincare essentials.
MAC Studio Radiance 24hr Luminous Lift Concealer:
If you’re already a fan of MAC’s Studio Radiance Foundation, known for its luminous finish and skincare benefits, get ready to fall in love with its new concealer counterpart. Packed with over 80% skincare ingredients like niacinamide, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid, this concealer glides on effortlessly, settles seamlessly, and delivers the long-lasting wear MAC is renowned for. It’s ideal for brightening the under-eye area and neutralizing redness around the nose.Hermès Barénia Eau de Parfum:
Introducing the first chypre fragrance in the Hermès fragrance house, Barénia. Inspired by the signature second-skin leather used in Hermès accessories, this scent embodies the same luxurious feel. Developed over 10 years by Christine Nagel, creative director of fragrance for Hermès Beauty, Barénia combines patchouli, oakwood, and butterfly lily for a gentle woody floral that’s truly captivating. And let’s not forget that stunning Collier de Chien-inspired bottle, adding a touch of chic to your fragrance collection.Summer Friday Jet Lag Soothing Hydration Mist:
Long flights can wreak havoc on your skin. Summer Friday’s Jet Lag Soothing Hydration Mist is the perfect solution. This fine, micro mist sprays on like a dream, won’t disturb your makeup, and provides genuine hydration to keep your skin happy during your travels.Balmain Beauty Sel d’Ambre:
Balmain fragrance is back with a vengeance, and Sel d’Ambre is a must-try. This fragrance harkens back to the original Ambre Gris eau de parfum, a beloved scent from 15 years ago, and offers a modern interpretation of smoky amber. It’s part of Balmain’s new Les Éternels Perfume Collection, a line of eight exquisite all-gender fragrances.Hourglass Cosmetics Unreal Liquid Blush:
If you’re looking for a natural-looking flush, Hourglass’s Unreal Liquid Blush is the answer. This fluid and lightweight blush blends seamlessly into your skin for a believable, dewy finish that won’t look like you’re wearing any makeup at all.Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask in Watermelon Pop:
The viral Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask has gotten a summer makeover with a refreshing watermelon flavor. This intensely hydrating lip balm is a TikTok favorite, and now you can enjoy its benefits with a fruity twist.The Smooth Company Curved Smoothing Hairbrush:
Postpartum hair regrowth can be a blessing, but it can also come with a surge of flyaways. The Smooth Company’s Curved Smoothing Hairbrush is here to tame those unruly strands and deliver a sleek, polished finish.Vida Glow Pro Collagen+ Powder:
Vida Glow’s collagen powders just got an upgrade with the new Pro Collagen+ Powder. This supercharged formula features digestive enzymes for faster absorption, tripeptide technology, and hyaluronic acid for plumping and firming results in just 21 days. Mix it into your morning coffee for a daily dose of skin-loving goodness.Estée Lauder Slick Shine and Silk Matte Lipstick:
This vintage-inspired lipstick offers both style and substance. Its high-shine, deeply pigmented formula provides a luxuriously modern finish that’s sure to turn heads.Isle of Paradise Brilliantly Bright Body Polish:
This body polish smells like sunshine in a bottle, making it the ideal prep for your next vacation. Its efficient formula leaves your skin smooth and ready for suncare or self-tan.Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Serum:
Is this the lip balm to end all lip balms? This luxurious serum from Chanel delivers intense hydration with a delicate fresh scent, all thanks to its innovative applicator.Self Glow by James Read Dusk to Dawn Overnight Glow Facial:
James Read, the A-List skin optimiser, is back with a self-tan brand that’s sure to be a hit. This overnight treatment allows you to wake up with a natural-looking tan, as if you just returned from a sun-soaked getaway.Hermès Citron Vert Hand and Body Wash Glass Bottle:
The cult-favorite Hermès Citron Vert hand and body wash (and its accompanying lotion) is now available in a refillable glass bottle, making this bathroom essential even more luxurious and sustainable.Noble Panacea The Energist Multi Defense Lotion SPF50:
This award-winning lotion combines high-tech skincare ingredients to protect, correct, and soothe your skin. Its light-activated technology offers SPF 50 protection against harmful rays, making it the perfect on-the-go shield.Victoria Beckham Beauty San Ysidro Drive Fragrance Necklace:
This fragrance necklace from Victoria Beckham Beauty is a stylish and practical way to carry your favorite scent. It’s a conversation starter, and the San Ysidro Drive fragrance, a blend of fresh and summery notes, is sure to become your new go-to.Saie Glowy Super Gel in Roseglow:
Saie’s Glowy Super Gel is a makeup base that delivers a radiant, golden glow perfect for summer. The new Roseglow shade, inspired by rosé wine at sunset, is sure to become a favorite.Louis Vuitton LV Lovers:
This fragrance, a collaboration between Pharrell Williams and Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, combines notes of galbanum, ginger, and cedarwood for a sunshine-like scent. It’s so good, you’ll be stopped on the street to ask what you’re wearing.E.l.f Halo Glow Filter:
This affordable radiance enhancer can be used as a makeup base or highlighter, adding a touch of luminosity to your complexion. And don’t forget about E.l.f.’s Camo Liquid Blusher, a great addition to any featherlight glow routine.Hermès Plein Air Blotting Papers:
In this heat, shine is inevitable. Hermès’s chic blotting papers absorb excess sweat and sebum in an instant, keeping your complexion matte and looking polished.Therabody Smart Goggles:
These smart acupressure massage goggles are designed to relieve tension and promote sleep. Apply gentle pressure to your temples and around your eyes for 10 minutes to ease stress and unwind before bedtime.Rhode Pocket Blush:
Rhode’s popular blushers are back in stock, and they’re worth the hype. Choose from a range of shades, from the rosy pink Piggy to the bolder Spicy Marg, and experience the buttery-soft, densely pigmented formula.Dr. Barbara Sturm Everything Eye Patches:
These eye patches are finally back in stock, offering a rejuvenating solution for travel, late nights, or allergy season. Keep them in the fridge for an extra cooling sensation.Diptyque Summer Essentials Collection:
This beautifully illustrated trunkette features a curated selection of Diptyque’s summer beauty staples, including the Ilio fragrance, body oil, and a Citronella candle for keeping mosquitos away. It’s the perfect gift for a summer getaway.Ouai St. Barts Hair & Body Mist:
This hair and body mist from Ouai captures the essence of a tropical paradise with notes of orange blossom, tuberose, and musk. It’s a must-have for those seeking a touch of sunshine in a bottle.Waterdrop Hydration Cubes:
Waterdrop, the hydration brand backed by Novak Djokovic, offers a variety of vitamin-infused hydration cubes. These cubes combine with pressed fruit and plant extracts to provide electrolytes and keep you hydrated throughout the day. Choose from options for athletes, daily hydration, and even a youth formula for kids.Augustinus Bader Skin Infusion:
This concentrated cell-renewing formula from Augustinus Bader is designed for a four-week skin reset program, making it ideal for busy lifestyles that can take a toll on your complexion.Sundae Body Whipped Shower Foam:
Sundae injects a bit of fun into your shower routine with its range of delightful body foams. The Kakadu Plum and Finger Lime scent is a zesty favorite.Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint:
This versatile product combines the benefits of a foundation, skin tint, and highlighter in one. It’s perfect for creating a bare-faced glow or adding luminosity underneath your regular foundation.Sisley X Ulla Johnson Beauty Bag:
This beautiful collaboration features a curated selection of Sisley’s best-selling products, including the Black Rose Face Mask and the All Day All Year Essential Anti-Ageing Protection Moisturiser, all housed in Ulla Johnson’s iconic Wave bag.Skin Rocks The Antioxidant:
This vitamin C-packed serum from Caroline Hirons’s Skin Rocks protects your skin from daily aggressors like pollution while providing a radiant glow.Amilab Lip Care Balm:
This lip balm is a backstage favorite among makeup artists, known for its deeply nourishing formula and slightly matte finish. It’s a French pharmacy must-have with a gentle sweet orange scent.Jessica Diner’s Director’s Cut is your one-stop shop for discovering the hottest new beauty and wellness products. From luxurious fragrances to essential skincare essentials, there’s something for everyone on this curated list. So, go ahead and add some of these must-have items to your beauty routine and enjoy the glow!
