This year’s makeup and skincare launches are delivering hydration, glow and volume. Whether you’re into fresh-faced skincare or full glam moments, these are the must-have items of the month so far.
Welcome to the beauty drop of your dreams. The month of May is stacked with some of the most exciting makeup and skincare launches we’ve seen in ages.
From skin-perfecting mists to high-shine glosses and SPF makeup, these are our favourite new beauty releases.
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Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Mist
Hydration on the go? Yes, please. Laneige’s Cream Skin Cerapeptide Mist is your new BFF for long days and dry office air.
It’s designed to be worn under or over makeup, which makes it ideal for mid-day top-ups. Just toss it in your bag and spritz whenever your skin needs a little love.
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Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum
Glazed lips are here to stay. Laneige’s Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serums come in four ultra-wearable shades: Sugar Glaze (warm light brown), Peach Glaze (pinky peach), Chocolate Frosting (rich dark brown) and Cinnamon Sugar (dusty rose) — our personal fave.
Think high shine meets hydration.
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Belif’s The True Cream Aqua Bomb
Say hello to your skin’s new obsession: Belif’s The True Cream Aqua Bomb. This cult-favourite gel cream is a global skincare darling for a reason—it delivers a rush of featherlight hydration without the sticky aftermath.
Powered by moisture-magnets like Hyaluronic Acid and glow-boosting Niacinamide, it cools, calms, and quenches thirsty skin in seconds.
Plus, with a cocktail of Rosemary, Rosehip, and BELIF’s signature herbal magic, it detoxifies and soothes, leaving your complexion looking smooth, radiant, and totally refreshed.
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Belif Aqua Bomb Eye Gel
This multitasking eye gel is your secret weapon for brighter, fresher-looking eyes. Loaded with Caffeine to reduce puffiness, Hyaluronic Acid for a hydration boost, and a brightening combo of Niacinamide and Vitamin C, it tackles dark circles and tired vibes head-on.
Collagen and Adenosine smooth out fine lines and eye bags, leaving skin looking firmer and more awake.
The sleek pen-style applicator and cooling ceramic tip make it perfect for on-the-go touch-ups, while the lightweight formula absorbs fast — ideal for mornings and flawless under makeup.
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Rituals Self-Tanning Drops
Glow like you’ve just had a two-week holiday — minus the UV damage. Rituals’ Self-Tanning Drops are packed with a triple tanning complex to give long-lasting, even colour.
Just mix a few drops into your regular moisturiser for an effortless bronzed look that builds beautifully over time.
Huda Beauty Faux Filler Extra Shine Lip Gloss
Huda’s beloved Faux Filler lip gloss just got a glow-up. The new shimmer shades are everything: She Glitzy is an ethereal pink-purple duo-chrome, She Flirty is a soft baby pink with silver sparkle and She Fire is a spicy brown with pink-gold flecks.
They’re juicy, shiny and absolutely addicting.
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Setting Spray
If you’re already obsessed with Huda’s Easy Bake Loose Powder, meet its new bestie.
The Easy Bake Setting Spray locks makeup in for up to 16 hours with a soft-focus, transfer-proof finish that looks airbrushed IRL.
Bonus: it’s alcohol-free, fragrance-free and filled with five types of hyaluronic acid for serious skin benefits.
Sephora Collection Lift & Firm Plumping Booster Serum
This new launch from Sephora Collection’s Lift & Firm range is giving luxe results without the price tag.
With 1% bakuchiol — a gentle, natural alternative to retinol — this booster serum visibly plumps and smooths the skin with every use.
Sephora Collection Size Up – Supersized Volume Mascara
Bright lashes are officially in. The updated Size Up mascara line includes bold hues like hot pink, burgundy and electric blue, alongside classic black and brown.
It’s a total game-changer for eye looks, adding major volume and a punch of playful colour.
Topicals Faded Brightening & Clearing Serum
Say goodbye to dark spots and uneven tone. This brightening serum from Topicals is formulated to target stubborn marks while being gentle enough for daily use.
It’s effective, inclusive and comes in a pastel-hued tube cute enough to leave on your vanity.
Sephora Collection Color Twister Glossed Lip Gloss
Glossy lips, but make it hydrating. These new Color Twister Glosses from Sephora give shimmer, colour and comfort in equal measure.
Enriched with watermelon seed oil, they leave your lips juicy and soft.
Daring Blue is our standout — it’s the mermaid core moment we’ve been waiting for.
Supergoop Protec(tint) Daily SPF Tint
Finally, a multitasking skin tint that does it all. Supergoop’s Protec(tint) blends SPF protection with light, buildable coverage that smooths and evens the skin tone.
With 14 inclusive shades and a featherlight texture, it’s perfect for low-effort, high-reward makeup days.
Supergoop (Re)setting 100% Mineral Powder SPF 30
This setting powder is basically SPF reapplication made chic.
Designed to go over makeup, Supergoop’s (Re)setting Powder gives you a matte finish while keeping your skin protected throughout the day. Ideal for on-the-go touch-ups.
Lush Mrs Whippy Face Mask
Skincare that’s as comforting as dessert. Lush’s Mrs Whippy mask uses fresh banana and coconut yoghurt to deeply moisturise, while kaolin clay clears pores without stripping.
Calamine calms sensitive skin, making it a dream for dry, delicate complexions.
