Welcome to The Beauty Vault, your monthly dossier of exquisite beauty products. In a world where new products flood the market daily, each making tall claims about efficacy, we understand the need for clarity and trust in your choices. That’s why we’ve taken on the task of carefully curating the best beauty launches each month. Our goal is simple: to present you with the crème de la crème of cosmetics – products that not only meet their promises but exceed them.
Discover the best beauty launches of the month below.
ACQUA DI PARMA ‘LUCE DI ROSA’ FRAGRANCE
Acqua di Parma’s latest creation, ‘Luce di Rosa,’ brings a fresh twist to the classic rose. Part of the ‘Signatures of the Sun’ collection, this fragrance blends the elegance of Italian citrus with the rich, vibrant essence of Bulgarian rose. The result? A sophisticated, gender-neutral scent that dances between soft and bold notes. It opens with a burst of bergamot and mandarin, accented by spicy black and pink pepper. At the heart is the star of the show, the Bulgarian rose, which flourishes alongside geranium, adding a green freshness. The base notes ground the fragrance with vetiver, cedarwood, and guaiac wood, wrapped in a soft musk finish. ‘Luce di Rosa’ doesn’t just stop at the fragrance—it’s accompanied by exquisite design pieces, including a gold-plated bottle cap and a sculptural tray crafted in collaboration with French jewelry designer Annelise Michelson.
BYREDO LIPSTICK MATTE
Byredo is revolutionizing your lipstick game with a stunning new collection. With Lucia Pica at the helm, the latest collection of lipsticks introduces twenty shades—half in satin, half in matte. Whether you’re after a rich, velvety finish or a soft, radiant glow, you’re certain to find a shade that suits your preference. The formula is crafted to deliver a rich, long-lasting pigment that feels as good as it looks. Each lipstick offers a unique sensory experience, from the silky sheen of the satin, enriched with rose flower extract, to the velvety texture of the matte that provides both comfort and long-lasting wear. Housed in Byredo’s iconic silver and gold packaging, these lipsticks are refillable.
BENEFIT COSMETICS ‘POREFESSIONAL’ MATTE PRIMER & POWER POWDER
Tired of your makeup melting by mid-afternoon? Benefit Cosmetics has the answer with its two latest releases: The ‘POREfessional’ Matte Primer and The ‘POREfessional’ Power Powder. The Matte Primer is your go-to for blurring pores, controlling oil, and keeping your makeup intact for up to 12 hours. Packed with niacinamide for hydration and rose hip extract to reduce shine, it’s a lightweight primer that does more the longer you wear it. Pair it with the Power Powder, a superfine setting powder that locks in your look for a full 16 hours. Non-cakey and weightless, it absorbs oil and sweat, ensuring a natural matte finish that lasts, even in the heat. Together, these products make the ultimate duo for a flawless, oil-free complexion that stays put all day.
CARTIER ‘LA PANTHÉRE ELIXIR’
Cartier recently unveiled a stunning addition to its fragrance line, ‘La Panthère Elixir,’ a creation by renowned perfumer Mathilde Laurent. This new scent draws inspiration from the brand’s emblematic feline motif to reinterpret the iconic ‘La Panthère’ fragrance. The scent is a masterful blend, featuring rich notes of velvety jasmine intertwined with warm, animalistic musk. A hint of amber adds an addictive twist, enhancing the original floral character while offering a more complex, layered aroma. The refillable bottle design reflects the graceful curves of the panther’s head, connecting the worlds of fragrance.
CHANEL ’31 LE ROUGE’ LIPSTICK
Chanel’s latest lipstick offering continues the legacy of Gabrielle Chanel, who famously believed in the transformative power of lipstick. With its luxurious matte finish and innovative design, Chanel ’31 Le Rouge’ emphasizes the significance of color as a style statement. The new collection features twelve shades inspired by the rich heritage of Chanel’s headquarters at 31 rue Cambon. The carefully crafted formula, enriched with gardenia oil, ensures that lips remain hydrated and comfortable, providing a soft and smooth texture. Encased in a chic case that pays homage to the legendary mirrors of the rue Cambon staircase, ’31 Le Rouge’ promises to become an essential part of any beauty lover’s routine.
DIPTYQUE ‘LES ESSENCES DE DIPTYQUE’
Diptyque has unveiled a mesmerizing new collection, ‘Les Essences de Diptyque,’ featuring five fragrances inspired by nature’s treasures—coral, mother of pearl, bark, water lily, and desert rose. The fragrance range is housed in elegantly designed, recyclable bottles adorned with engravings by artist Nigel Peake. The collection includes ‘Corail Oscuro,’ which blends rose bourbon absolute, mandarin, and a warm mineral accord; ‘Lunamaris,’ featuring rockrose and spicy pink peppercorn; ‘Bois Corsé,’ combining tonka bean and sandalwood; ‘Lilyphéa,’ with cardamom and Madagascan vanilla; and ‘Rose Roche,’ capturing the essence of rose with lemon and mineral patchouli.
ELEMIS ‘PRO-COLLAGEN FUTURE RESTORE’ SERUM
Get ready to elevate your skincare routine with the revolutionary Elemis ‘Pro-Collagen Future Restore’ Serum. This advanced formula promises to transform your skin, increasing firmness by up to 46% in just four days. Infused with the innovative Opal Skin Algae Complex, the serum utilizes cutting-edge marine biotechnology, featuring three types of microalgae that work synergistically for remarkable results. Not only does it visibly smooth fine lines and enhance luminosity, but it also delivers 24 hours of deep hydration, leaving your skin feeling fresh and revitalized. Housed in a sleek, 100% recyclable bottle, this serum reflects the brand’s commitment to sustainability.
GUCCI ‘GLOW’ HIGHLIGHTER
Get ready to shine with the new Gucci ‘Glow’ Highlighter, a multi-use beauty marvel designed to elevate your radiance. With a unique powder-gel texture and a vibrant selection of five shades, this highlighter promises to elevate your beauty game. From the soft, dawn-inspired ‘Sunrise Gold’ to the rich ‘Warm Bronze,’ each shade is infused with a high concentration of ultra-fine pearls that reflect light, offering a luminous finish. Crafted for easy application, the lightweight texture allows for effortless layering, so you can go from a subtle shimmer to an intense glow in no time. Perfect for use on the cheeks, eyes, lips, and even the body, this highlighter brings versatility to your makeup routine.
HERMÈS ‘BARÉNIA’ PERFUME
Earlier this month, Hermès launched ‘Barénia,’ its first chypre fragrance designed by the visionary Christine Nagel. With a nod to the spirit of independence, ‘Barénia’ combines the delicate essence of butterfly lily and the intriguing miracle berry layered over a warm base of oakwood and intense patchouli. This blend creates a fragrance that adapts to your skin, offering a scent that beautifully lingers on the skin.’Barénia,’ named after the supple leather synonymous with Hermès, takes cues from the iconic ‘Collier de Chien’ bracelet, translating its elegant lines and irreverent charm into a stunning bottle of crystal-clear curves, adorned with a metal plate and domed studs.
HINDASH GRADIENT HIGHLIGHTERS
Elevate your glow game with the latest collection from Hindash, featuring three exquisite gradient highlighters. First, meet ‘Liluna,’ a multi-dimensional moon pearl that casts a lilac shimmer. Next is ‘Doll Dynasty,’ which blends a champagne base with a soft pink gradient, giving your complexion a dreamy, lit-from-within look. Finally, there’s ‘Peak Heat,’ offering a warm bronze that transitions from satin to sun-kissed brilliance, ensuring you radiate warmth and vitality. Exclusively available on Hindash.com, these highlighters are here to illuminate your beauty routine and help you shine like never before!
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER ‘GAULTIER DIVINE’ PERFUME
Jean Paul Gaultier‘s ‘Gaultier Divine’ Le Parfum is a tribute to bold, independent women. Encased in a striking bottle, where a shimmering gold corset once symbolic of constraint now radiates empowerment, the fragrance captures the essence of feminine energy. Created by perfumer Quentin Bisch, it’s a blend of radiant florals and warm amber, with the frangipani flower taking center stage, surrounded by creamy heliotrope, sunlit jasmine, and a hint of salty meringue. The result is a scent that’s both intense and uplifting—an ode to strength and radiance.
LA PRAIRIE ‘LIFE MATRIX HAUTE REJUVENATION’ CREAM
La Prairie’s latest innovation, the ‘Life Matrix Haute Rejuvenation’ Cream, is the result of a groundbreaking collaboration with Clinique La Prairie, the renowned Swiss longevity clinic. Fusing La Prairie’s expertise in cellular renewal with Clinique La Prairie’s deep understanding of longevity, this cream is designed to elevate skin health as part of a holistic approach to rejuvenation. Integrated into Clinique La Prairie’s prestigious Revitalisation programs, it’s paired with a bespoke facial protocol, delivering advanced skincare backed by scientific research for an unparalleled cellular reset.
LANCÔME ‘LIP IDÔLE SQUALANE-12 BUTTERGLOW’ LIP BALM
Lancôme steps into new lip territory with its latest launch, ‘Lip Idôle Squalane-12 ButterGlow.’ This hybrid lip balm-lipstick is designed to enhance your lips with a dewy glow while offering some serious hydration. Formulated with 96% natural-origin ingredients, including shea and jojoba butter, ceramides, and biotech rose oil, it features 12% squalane for maximum moisture. Available in 15 complexion-boosting shades, this lip essential promises buttery smooth application and a fresh, natural finish—perfect for a quick, glow-on-the-go look. Say goodbye to dry lips and hello to a new era of lip care.
MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN ‘APOM’ FRAGRANCE
When it comes to crafting memorable fragrances, Francis Kurkdjian has mastered the art of storytelling through scent. This September, he introduced ‘APOM,’ a beautifully reimagined fragrance that embodies both intimacy and freedom. Initially launched in 2009 as two separate scents—one for women and one for men—’APOM’ now unites these variations into a singular, genderless experience.
APOM stands for “A Part of Me,” encapsulating Kurkdjian’s belief that perfume is a personal gift we leave with others. The fragrance opens with luminous notes of neroli and a burst of aromatic lavender, leading into a heart of lush orange blossom. These floral notes are wrapped in warm vanilla and sunny ylang-ylang, enhanced by soft white musks. The result is a modern classic that feels both familiar and fresh.
NUDESTIX ‘STAX ALL OVER COLOR’ BLUSH BALM
Get ready to elevate your makeup game with Nudestix‘s latest offering: ‘Stax All Over Color’ Blush Balm. This multi-tasking product combines cream and powder to create a dreamy texture that’s perfect for cheeks, lips, and eyes. With its magnetic stacking design, you can mix and match from seven gorgeous shades. The ‘Stax’ formula not only provides a beautiful flush of color but also cares for your skin. Packed with skin-loving ingredients like green tea, rosehip oil, and Vitamin E, it hydrates and nourishes while delivering a soft matte finish. Plus, it’s clean and vegan, free from sulfates and parabens.
SHEGLAM X THE POWERPUFF GIRLS COLLECTION
Unleash your inner superhero with the new Sheglam collection inspired by the Powerpuff Girls! This fun collaboration features three vibrant eyeshadow palettes, shimmering blushes, and juicy lip glosses designed for bold self-expression. The highlight is The ‘Professor’s Girls’ Palette, packed with bright mattes and shimmers, complete with detachable magnetic glasses. Try the ‘Power-Noia’ Shimmer Stick for a dazzling glow or the ‘Tough Love’ Shimmer Blush, shaped like a heart, for a radiant flush. Don’t forget the ‘Super Trio’ Lip Gloss, representing Buttercup, Bubbles, and Blossom, and the ‘Save The Day’ Lip Care for soft, nourished lips.
SISLEY ‘PHYTO-NOIR’ VOLUME & LIFT MASCARA
Elevate your lash game with Sisley’s new ‘Phyto-Noir’ Volume & Lift Mascara, designed to create larger-than-life lashes. Armed with an innovative formula, it delivers an astonishing 15 times more volume. But it doesn’t stop there—over time, ‘Phyto-Noir’ transforms your lashes, making them visibly fuller, longer, and stronger even after makeup removal. The new Sisley mascara nurtures and strengthens your lashes with each application, making them less prone to breakage. The hourglass-shaped brush expertly lifts and sculpts each lash from root to tip, making it an essential addition to your beauty bag.
TRUDON ‘VERSAILLES’ COLLECTION
With over three centuries of storied history, Trudon served as the royal wax manufacturer for the French elite until the Revolution. Drawing from its illustrious past, the brand has now launched the ‘Versailles’ collection, celebrating the lavish gardens of Versailles, featuring four elegantly sized candles and a diffuser that captures the essence of this iconic location. Each scent transports you to the opulent royal grounds of Versailles. With the Versailles Collection, Trudon not only revives a royal legacy but also enriches your space with a touch of history and elegance.
VALENTINO ‘COLORGRAPH’ EYELINER
Is it a liner? Is it an eyeshadow? Well, lucky for us, it’s both. Valentino Beauty‘s latest drop, ‘Colorgraph,’ is your new go-to for eye makeup on the go. This dual-ended gel eyeliner doubles as eyeshadow and comes in six bold, mood-boosting shades, ranging from conventional black and brown to audacious green, blue, and purple to Valentino’s signature ‘PP’ pink. With a pencil tip on one end for sharp, one-stroke precision and a pro brush on the other for seamless eyeshadow blending, this liner pulls off double duty effortlessly. It’s waterproof, smudge-proof, and built to last all day.
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