MAKEUP TAKES CENTER STAGE THIS SUMMER AS FUTURISTIC FORMULAS MEET BUZZWORTHY BRANDS, DELIVERING A WAVE OF SOFT-FOCUS SHADES WITH SERIOUS IMPACT. FROM BARELY-THERE FRENCH BLUSHES TO HIGH-TECH TEXTURES THAT MELT INTO SKIN, EACH PIECE INVITES YOU TO TURN YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE INTO A FLIRTY AND FORWARD-THINKING RITUAL, EQUAL PARTS INNOVATION AND SEDUCTION
BY ARCHANA AITHAL ROS
Carolina Herrera Fabulous Eyes Masaca Waterproof
Like the brand’s couture ethos, this groundbreaking mascara pairs highperformance beauty with high style: think ultra-black, lash-defining pigment enriched with black orchid and castor oil, all wrapped in a gold bangle you can dress up with charms and tassels. Couture for your lashes, darling. $36, carolinaherrera.com
Violette_Fr Bisou Blush
Leave it to the queen of effortless French beauty to drop another standout. This marbled blush swirls sheer and rich tones into one seamless flush that mimics the real-life glow of an unexpected compliment. Bonus: the detachable, washable brush makes blending a breeze without messing up the rest of your look. $36,
Chantecaille Future Skin Gel Foundation
Your future skin is calling and it wants this oil-free, refreshing gel packed with next-level hydration and skincare power. Infused with Spirodela polyrhiza extract to boost moisture retention, chaga mushroom extract for antioxidant defense, and a gentle plant-based retinol to refine texture, this lightweight formula delivers the radiant, even coverage of your dreams. $95, chantecaille.com
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Contour Duo Tan
Ten years after the cult-classic Lip Cheat made its mark, Charlotte Tilbury finally drops a sequel worth the wait. The new Contour Duo features two complementary shades on each end to shape, define, and plump your pout like a pro. $26, charlottetilbury.com
MAC Lipglass Air Non-Sticky Gloss in Spritz
Shine without the sticky sitch? Yes, please! MAC’s lip gloss glides on like a dream – light, hydrating, and packed with jojoba, coconut, and meadowfoam seed oils for lips that glow with rich moisture, minus the gloss-gone-glue vibe. We are living for this punchy coral hue. $25, maccosmetics.com
Rosso Valentino Satin Lipstick The iconic Rosso Valentino
Lipstick just arrived in a chic new case with eight must-have satin shades. This creamy, highly pigmented lipstick wraps your lips in nourishing vitamins and oils while delivering longlasting color that stays put without any sneaky transfers. Lip game? Completely next level. $45, valentinobeauty.com
Diorshow 5 Couleurs Limited Edition 5 Color Eyeshadow Palette
Each season, the cult classic couture palette gets a fresh makeover with new shades. For the limited edition, Creative Director Peter Philips draws on soft mauves and warm summer tones, enhanced with pearlescent pigments in the Toile de Jouy motif to capture the collection’s lively energy in a beautifully crafted five-pan palette. $70, dior.com