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If you aren't switching up your beauty routine for Summer, then you're in denial! Those heavy moisturizers and foundations need to be shoved to the back of your closet, while lighter (SPF-infused) versions should take center stage.
To help you revamp your warm-weather makeup, skin care, and hair product wardrobe, we've tried and tested some of the top new launches for June. Keep reading to discover the perfect Urban Decay tinted moisturizer for music festivals, the Jouer highlighter palette that will give you a mermaid glow, and Chanel's first-ever unisex fragrance. Keep reading to discover these launches and more!
Tatcha Balanced Pore Perfecting Water Gel Moisturizer
Often, when I use lightweight water-based gels, they either feel like oils or absorb quickly like serums. Tatcha's Balanced Pore Perfecting Water Gel Moisturizer ($68) does neither and hydrates my skin without leaving any residue. It's a simple product to help you avoid Summer breakouts and minimize pores. The ingredient list is pretty rock star, including Japanese Wild Rose (anti-inflammatory astringent), Leopard Lily (detoxifying), Dokudami (antiaging), and 23k gold (to add a glow). After a shower, I layer on this gorgeous gel moisturizer and top it with a healthy dose of sunscreen for the perfect warm-weather base. — Lauren Levinson, senior editor, Beauty
Jouer Cosmetics Mermaid Glow Palette
I've longtime been a fan of Jouer Cosmetics — especially the matte moisture tint — so getting a package of goodies from the brand always makes me smile. Then I opened this particular shipment up to find the holy grail of Summer makeup. The Mermaid Collections are perfect for showing off during warmer weather, and my favorite piece from the bunch is the Mermaid Glow Palette ($44), which includes five tinted cream highlighters with an iridescent finish. — Kirbie Johnson, host and producer of POPSUGAR Beauty Junkie and Pretty Unfiltered
Jouviance Restructiv SRD Coactive Anti-Aging Formula
Antiaging powerhouse retinol and I have never gotten along. The products I've used with the ingredient have either made me break out horribly or failed to produce results, so I've been hesitant to try it out again. However, after hearing that Jouviance produces the bestselling antiaging formulas in all of Canada, I felt confident enough to test this cream ($49). It's made with encapsulated retinol, so instead of sitting on the surface and irritating my complexion, it penetrates deeply into the skin to stimulate collagen production. This product also contains hyaluronic acid, which counteracts the often-drying effects of retinol. Using it consistently has left my skin firm, smooth, and practically poreless. — Emily Orofino, assistant editor, Beauty
Jay Manuel Beauty Creme Liner
A bold, black cat eye is undeniably my favorite makeup look. But when summertime rolls around, black can look slightly too intense on my lids. So to soften my wing, I've been lining my lashes with Jay Manuel Beauty's Creme Liner in Jaded ($24). The earthy-green shade is highly pigmented so it easily defines my cat eye while enhancing my brown eye color. It glides on easily with an angled eyeliner brush, so even if you aren't a pro at winging your eyes, you can get a sharp look with a single stroke. — Aimee Simeon, editorial assistant, trending and social
Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat
I am notorious for ruining my nails. It doesn't matter how carefully I've applied my polish — it usually chips within two days. The Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat ($8, available in June) has completely changed the wear of my manicures. After almost a week of wear, my nails still have a high-shine finish and are chip-free without the damage or price of gel polish. — Sarah Siegel, editorial intern
ColourPop Cosmetics Jenn Ne Sais Quoi Collection
I already wrote a veritable love letter to this gorgeous ColourPop collection following its release, but I can't get enough of it! My favorite product from the line's collaboration with fashionista Jenn Im is a vibrant orange-red matte lip color called Jenneration X ($5). I'll be wearing the whole line all Summer, but I can already tell it'll look great paired with my favorite Fall beanies and sweaters, too. — Brinton Parker, assistant editor, trending and viral features
Chanel Boy Fragrance
This month, Chanel is releasing its first-ever unisex fragrance, dubbed Boy ($185). It was inspired by Gabrielle Chanel's relationship with her soulmate Arthur "Boy" Capel. The sexy scent features lavender, grasse geranium, and a warm base of sandalwood, heliotrope, and musk. You need this — and so does your boyfriend! — LL
Iles Formula Haute Performance Box Set
Good lashes? Check. Decent skin? Check. Good hair? Not so much. That's why I'm always striving to find the best products for my hair. My hair is fine, but I have a lot of it. And I color it every six months, which means I'm not doing as much damage as I used to, but I still need some help. Iles Formula was made to make your hair feel like "spun silk," and I can report that it actually delivers on that promise. The Haute Performance Box Set ($99) comes with shampoo, conditioner, and a finishing serum which detangles, repairs, and protects the hair without stripping it of its fabulous color. — KJ
Maybelline Volum' Express Colossal Spider Effect Mascara
I got so many compliments on my lashes in one day of wearing this mascara ($7)! Like the rest of the Colossal formula family, this product seriously lengthens and fattens up even the saddest fringe. Its unusual wand is the star of the tube — it creates sections within your strands, creating a unique, separated false-lash effect. I'm in love! — EO
Guerlain Petite Robe Noire Lipstick
During the Summer, I want my makeup to look fresh and bright while feeling light on my face. Thankfully the Guerlain Petite Robe Noire Lipsticks ($32) are lightweight and shiny, and provide sheer and buildable color that is perfect for the Summer months. The gorgeous clear case will look perfect on your vanity and when you take it out of your purse to reapply the smooth formula. — SS
Pinrose Garden Gangster Eau de Parfum
Freesia is my favorite flower, and I've been searching forever for a perfume that includes it . . . without smelling like something stolen from a grandma's vanity. As you can tell from the name, Pinrose's Garden Gangster ($55) is anything but matronly. It features notes of freesia, but also includes some intriguing additions like mandarin, bergamot, and cedarwood that elevate it far beyond your average floral spritz! Plus, the gorgeous packaging makes Garden Gangster a vibrant addition to my collection. — BP
Dr. Dennis Gross Instant Radiance Sun Defense SPF 40
I've made a pact with myself to wear SPF ever single day — even when it's cloudy or raining. Dr. Dennis Gross's Instant Radiance Sun Defense SPF 40 ($42) is helping support my new healthy habit by offering SPF 30 as well as color-correcting coverage. It leaves me with a dewy look while masking redness and dark spots. — LL
Shea Moisture African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask
My oily skin is definitely not immune an occasional pimple, so I always keep a clarifying mud mask in my skin care arsenal. I've recently been treating my flare-ups with the African Black Soap Clarifying Mud Mask ($10) from Shea Moisture, and I wake up the next day with my blemishes gone. The muddy mask has a potent blend of acne-fighting African black soap and tea tree oil. Not only will it zap pimples, but your pores and skin will be noticeably less oily and tighter after just one use. — AS
Gelish Uno 1-Step Gel Polish
I have a serious addiction to gel manicures: the convenience of a practically damage-proof paint job just can't be beat. This new formula renders base and top coat completely unnecessary, so I can get the shiny, long-lasting benefits in only one step. Just cure it with an LED light for 45 seconds and you're set. The Honey Bare shade ($11) is my dream neutral — the perfect blend of taupe, mauve, and beige. — EO
Bodyography A Kiss to the Classics Lipstick Collection
I had already fallen in love with Bodyography lipsticks' creamy and opaque formula when I tried the Bodyography A Kiss to the Classics Lipstick Collection ($16 each). The cruelty-free and environmentally conscious brand debuts a classic novel-inspired collection of lipsticks named after your favorite literary characters. Among my favorites are a neon pink dubbed Lolita and a mauve-nude shade called Elizabeth, which is named after the heroine from Pride and Prejudice. — SS
Urban Decay Naked Skin One and Done Hybrid Complexion Perfector
The one product that saw me through the Coachella Valley this April was Urban Decay Naked Skin One and Done Hybrid Complexion Perfector ($34). It's super hydrating — necessary for the insane desert winds and for dry Summer heat — and provides a beautiful veil of protection and coverage. The product diffuses on the skin, achieving the perfect Goldilocks effect: not too much, not too little; it's just right. If you love a no-makeup makeup look, give this baby a whirl. — KJ
