February is a bittersweet month. It’s still warm and the days are long, but the feeling of summer vacation is slowly fading away. But one of the silver linings of “return to work” is that beautiful new products are arriving in large quantities and rapidly. Just this February, Go-To launched a much-hyped eye serum, YSL expanded its iconic Black Opium fragrance line, and Rationale introduced a cream aimed at the neck and chest. Whether you’re in the mood to shop or just want to bookmark something new and worthwhile, we’ve listed our February beauty favorites below.
Reliable anti-wrinkle eye serum
Zoe Foster-Blake, Australia’s answer to Estee Lauder, once famously declared that she thought Eye products were BS. However, she has just launched her brand Go-To. Her Decrease is that she eats her own words (and we’re all for that). A highly effective serum treatment, her De-Crease is infused with retinal (a vitamin A derivative) that tightens and smoothes eye contour. Basically, it’s the eye products that changed her mind about eye products. The results of clinical trials are also impressive.
augustinus bader retinol serum
It also contains retinol, but this time I use it all over my face. I still can’t believe that Augustine Bader is only 5 years old. A must-have on every famous vanity table, everyone in the beauty industry has tried and loved this notoriously rich cream. In addition to retinol, retinol serums contain a distinctive Trigger Factor Complex (think of it as a “communication system” that helps your skin function optimally). Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, has been shown to promote cell turnover. This is a natural skin process that slows down as we age, causing congestion, rough skin, and noticeable signs of aging. With continued use, you can expect your complexion to become brighter, clearer, and firmer.
Christian Dior New Look
From perfumer Francis Kurkdjian comes New Look Eau de Parfum, a fresh take on Dior’s original amber fragrance (Christian Dior famously changed the world of couture in 1947 with his New Look collection) ). While paying homage to Dior’s heritage, Kurkjian uses animal aldehydes, frankincense, and amber to give the perfume a modern feel. Sensual and warm, but without unnecessary heaviness, it’s a cool and sexy scent for both genders.
Westman Atelier Liquid Super Load Tint
The brainchild of makeup artist Gucci Westman, Westman Atelier is one of those rare makeup brands whose products have achieved cult status. Described as “the quickest way to get compliments on your skin,” Super Loaded Tint is a lightweight liquid that dissolves when applied, leaving your skin feeling dewy and well-groomed. Although it contains pearlescent pigments, the formula is not glittery or metallic. Instead, Super Loaded is shiny and glowing, like a post-facial glow. Can be used alone or as a targeted highlighter.
Reasons for decollete cream
It’s no lie that skin care should extend beyond your neck. The breasts are often one of the first places where signs of aging appear, given their exposure to UV rays. Rationale has taken this concept a step further with the launch of its targeted décolletage cream, designed to brighten, moisturize and strengthen the area. It’s packed with B vitamins, lactic acid, and amino acids to strengthen the skin and prevent water loss, preventing sun damage and the appearance of fine lines.
Beauty Chef Super Generates Energy and Vitality
Beauty Chef is known for its effective ingestible formulas that target gut health. The Supergenes series is a new product that Energy & Vitality recently added to their lineup. The probiotic formula includes ginseng, rhodiola, astragalus, and iron to support energy production and reduce fatigue. Try it instead of your 3pm espresso.
YSL Black Opium Red
With sexy notes of coffee, red cherry, cassis flower, and vanilla, Black Opium Eau de Parfum Red is bold, delicious, and full of fruity sweetness. Perfect for after dark or when you want to be stopped by a stranger on the street.
Ultra Violet Queen Screen Super Glow Drops Bronze
Bronze drops are a difficult area. Skin often feels too hot, looks ashy, and looks like you forgot to wash off a spray tan. But this new product from Ultra Violette hits exactly the right spot. This liquid is very clear, so it’s easy to blend and you can adjust the amount used to suit your skin tone. Although it is luminescent, the finish is natural (not glittery or shiny).
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Cleansing Gelee
Some cleansers cleanse, while others change the look and feel of your skin both immediately and long-term. Estée Lauder’s new product is the latter. The elastic gel transforms into a fluffy foam when mixed with water, dissolving light makeup, removing impurities, and repairing the skin barrier. Rich in amino acids and suitable for sensitive skin, it’s a great first step in your nighttime routine.
Aesop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel
This ultra-lightweight gel is an ointment for combination to oily skin types or those who don’t like the sticky feel of skincare products. But beyond the sensory elements, it’s fortified with vitamin C, which protects against environmental aggressors, and panthenol, which moisturises and soothes. Like all Aesop formulas, it also smells divine.