Beauty News: What’s New

I’m always testing new products. It’s part of my job, but it’s also something I genuinely enjoy because every now and again something comes along that actually feels new or useful. Not just another version of something we’ve already seen a hundred times.

So I thought I’d start sharing a simple beauty update every now and again with products that have recently caught my attention. Not everything will be perfect, but these are the ones worth talking about right now.

Laura Mercier Tinted Blur Balm

This one is interesting because it sits somewhere between makeup, complexion and sculpting. The Laura Mercier Tinted Blur Balm is essentially a soft matte balm that gives a very diffused finish to the skin. It blurs texture and softens the look of pores, which makes the skin look smoother without looking heavy.

What I really like about it is that you can play with the shade depth. If you pick a slightly deeper tone than your skin, it works beautifully for sculpting and adding subtle dimension to the face. It doesn’t look like traditional contour. Instead, it gives a soft shadow effect that blends into the skin very naturally…think, effortless contour.

The finish is velvety but still skin-like. It’s not chalky and it doesn’t sit on top of the skin the way some matte products do. I’ve found it works best when applied lightly and blended well, especially around the cheekbones or temples where you want gentle shaping rather than obvious contour.

Dior Forever Skin Wear Foundation

Dior has reformulated the Forever Skin Wear Foundation and I have to say, I absolutely love the new version.

The first thing I noticed is how skin-like it looks. It gives coverage, but it doesn’t look like coverage. The finish sits in that perfect place where your skin still looks like skin, just smoother, more even and a little more refined. That’s exactly what I look for in a foundation, especially now.

The longevity is also excellent. Once it’s on, it really stays on. It holds up through the day without separating or breaking apart, and it doesn’t start looking heavy as the hours go by. That’s something I always pay attention to because a foundation can look great for the first two hours but then completely change later in the day.

This one stays consistent. It wears well, it looks natural, and it gives that polished finish without feeling like you’re wearing a mask.

Saie Beauty SuperSuede Radiant Baked Bronzer

Saie launched their SuperSuede Radiant Baked Bronzer and the texture is beautiful. It has that baked formula that gives you a soft glow without looking glittery or overly shiny.

The finish is radiant in a very subtle way. It adds warmth and dimension to the face but still looks refined. I like bronzers that enhance the skin rather than sitting on top of it, and this one blends easily and melts into the complexion.

The only downside I’ve noticed is that there’s quite a bit of product fallout when your brush hits the pan. It’s not a deal breaker, but it’s something you’ll notice when you first start using it. Once it’s on the skin though, it performs really nicely and gives that soft bronzed look without looking muddy.

Ilia Beauty Overglaze Hydrating Lip Gloss

Ilia’s Overglaze Hydrating Lip Gloss is exactly what the name suggests. It’s a very comfortable, hydrating gloss that gives a glassy finish without feeling thick or sticky.

The texture is what makes it stand out. It feels more like a lip treatment than a traditional gloss. Your lips feel moisturized while wearing it rather than coated in something heavy. That makes it easy to reapply through the day without your lips feeling overloaded.

The shine is beautiful but still wearable. It catches the light nicely without looking overly glossy, which means it works just as well over a lip liner as it does on its own.

If you like the idea of a gloss that gives shine but still feels nourishing on the lips, this one does exactly that.

These are the products that have stood out to me recently. Some of them I already know will become staples, and some I’m still continuing to test. Either way, it’s always interesting to see how formulas evolve and what brands are bringing out next. Have you tried anything new? Let me know in the comments!

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