After February [1] felt like a million years, March is off to a chilly start here in the Northeast. Winter is seemingly dragging on forever, which sucks (major understatement), but if there's one thing we can count on to boost our mood, it's the new beauty launches from some of our favorite brands.
This month is no exception. There have been countless product drops promising to transform your hair, makeup, nail, and skin-care routines. If you don't know what's worth spending your hard-earned money on (which, in this economy, is a must!), allow the beauty team at Popsugar to help. As a (major) perk of the job, we get access to all of the newness to hit the market and put it to the test to find only the best products worthy of a spot in your beauty routine.
Whether you're looking for a new moisturizer to support your barrier, a body wash that will leave you feeling hydrated from the moment you step out of the shower, or a lip liner that gives the perfect your-lips-but-better look, we've got you covered. Want to rehab your nails? Essie sends its regards. Need a body spray for the random bout of back acne you're experiencing? Neutrogena is on it. You get the point. Whether you're replenishing your stash, preparing for a spring reset, or just looking for some new goodies, there's something here for everyone.
Read ahead for the best March beauty launches you should know about.
Best Barrier Cream
Facile Beyond There Rich Cream [2] ($28)
"This product had me at 'rich cream.' As a dry-skin girl, I'm always looking for a thick moisturizer, and this one delivered without the heaviness that typically comes with it. It's packed with ceramides, fatty acids, and hyaluronic acid to support your skin barrier, but it absorbs nicely and layers under makeup beautifully." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Acne Spray
Neutrogena Evenly Clear Acne Clarifying Spray [3] ($15)
"Over the last month, I've started experiencing acne on my back for the first time ever. It's in a tough-to-reach spot that is hard to get with a cleanser. When searching for solutions, I came across the Neutrogena Evenly Clear Acne Clarifying Spray, which is formulated with hypochlorous acid. I can spritz it on my back after a shower or a workout, and I've noticed it has cut down on my back acne a tremendous amount." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Lightweight Moisturizer
One/Size Hydrosculpt Moisturizer [4] ($40)
"This winter's brutal temperatures required my skin to have extra attention, and the One/Size Hydrosculpt Moisturizer fits the bill. It's made with hydrating ingredients like passion fruit extract and glycerin, which improve radiance and support the skin barrier. Not to mention, it layers well with my other serums and sunscreen." — Naomi Parris, assistant shopping editor
Best Cleanser
Ranavat Brightening Saffron Cleanser [5] ($45)
"I'm picky when it comes to facial cleansers because I have dry, acne-prone skin. However, I was pleasantly surprised the first time I tried the new Ranavat Brightening Saffron Cleanser. It has a silky texture that removes makeup and leaves my skin squeaky clean, without leaving it tight and dry." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Lip Treatment
Rhode Peptide Lip Boost [6] ($23)
"If you know me, it's no secret that I'm a Rhode stan, especially when it comes to their lip products, so I was thrilled to hear about the brand's new Peptide Lip Boost. I tested the Sugarmint scent, and to say it's a dream is an understatement. It's a thick formula that leaves my lips feeling moisturized for hours on end." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Serum
Marini Skin Solutions PDRN Face Serum [7] ($160)
"I gave up Botox a few years ago, so I'm always on the hunt for products that will help keep my skin looking and feeling healthy. The Marini Skin Solutions PDRN Face Serum includes some of my skin's favorite ingredients, and it works to hydrate and calm skin as well as repair a damaged barrier." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Lip Liner
Summer Fridays SoftLine Lip Liner Long-Lasting Lip Pencil [8] ($20)
"Summer Fridays recently released lip liners and I have to say, I'm really impressed with the formula. I instantly fell in love with the shade Latte — it's the perfect your-lips-but-better hue for me. The pencil is a little harder than some cream formulas, but I like that because it gives you a precise, clean line. It blends nicely with your fingertips for a soft but defined finish." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Powder
Jouer Soft Focus Brightening Powder ($38)
"On March 10, Jouer is launching its new Soft Focus Brightening Powder, and it's 100 percent worth trying. It's a blurring formula that smooths any appearance of texture and gives skin a radiant look. It's made with good-for-you ingredients like hyaluronic acid, green tea extract, and vitamin E. Plus, they're talc-free." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Foundation
M.ph by Mary Phillips Le Skin Weightless Serum Foundation [9] ($49)
"If you're a self-proclaimed foundation hater like myself, allow me to put you on the new M.ph by Mary Phillips Le Skin Weightless Serum Foundation. It's ultra lightweight and has a fresh, natural finish. However, if you want to, you can build it up to be medium coverage. I like to put it in my T-Zone mainly to cover up discoloration in that area, and then buff it out to the perimeter of my face. It feels untraceable on, but makes my skin look flawless." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Setting Spray
About Face Supporting Act Serum Setting Spray [10] ($19)
"I love a setting spray, and the About Face Supporting Act Serum Setting Spray is my new favorite product. It's a hybrid serum spray that preps your face before makeup, and then sets your makeup after. I'm not a matte makeup girl, and this gives the best dewy finish that leaves my skin glowing." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Blush
Neutrogena Healthy Glow Blush Stick [11] ($13)
"Most people know that Neutrogena makes some amazing skin-care formulas, but its makeup lineup is not to be overlooked. The brand's new blush sticks deliver a natural flush of color with an easy-to-apply stick applicator. There are five shades in total; my personal favorite has been Spiced Rose. The creamy pigment melts into skin easily and makes your cheeks look so glowy." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Hair Clip
Teleties Mickey and Friends Medium Flat Round Hair Clip [12] ($15)
"I'm not a Disney adult by any means, but I do go once a year for my goddaughter's birthday. I'm not the type to go all out with a Disney outfit, but I do like to show my support in subtle ways. This Teleties Mickey and Friends Medium Flat Round Hair Clip is the perfect way to do that without being super over the top. Plus, I know my goddaughter is going to be obsessed." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Refillable Body Wash
Josie Maran Hydrating + Cleansing Argan Refillable Body Wash [13] ($9)
"Anyone who thinks a body wash is a body wash is a body wash clearly has not tried this dreamy sudser from Josie Maran. Not only does it come with the cutest refills you'll want to put on prime display in your shower (shown here), but the formula itself is also loaded with hydrating argan oil and amino acids that ensure your skin gets clean, not stripped of all its natural oils. My personal favorite is Golden Hour, which fills the entire bathroom with a musky santal scent you thought was only reserved for fancy living room candles." — Kelsey Castañon, editor-in-chief
Best Deodorant
Dove Alcohol Free Whole Body Deodorant Spray [14] ($12)
"I'm not typically a spray deodorant type — too many unpleasant flashbacks to high school gym class, I suppose, where pungent scents that stung the skin ran rampant. Recently, though, I was introduced to this alcohol-free version from Dove, and it has completely changed my mind about the stuff. I was attending a big awards show and needed something I could spritz on throughout the evening that wouldn't leave marks on my loaner outfit, while still holding up to sweat. I did a trial run with Dove's AF Whole Body Deodorant spray the night before and was pleasantly surprised with how undetectable it truly was. I used it the next day and can fully confirm: I experienced no fragrance headache, no white marks, no skin irritation. (No really.)" — Kelsey Castañon, editor-in-chief
Best Self-Tanner
Loving Tan 10 Min Express Self-Tanning Smoothing Body Mask [15] ($52)
"I'm trying to get better about being consistent with my tanning routine, but sometimes the dreaded six-to-eight-hour marination period (my preferred term for it) is just not going to happen. Enter the Loving Tan 10 Min Express Self-Tanning Smoothing Body Mask. It has a gel-like formula that glides onto skin easily with a mitt and doesn't leave any patches. I love that you can rinse off the guide color after only 10 minutes. The color immediately after is faint and continues to develop over the next eight hours to a natural, medium tan. The speed at which it works is a game-changer." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Serum Body Wash
Dove Serum+ Soothing Body Wash [16] ($13)
"Just when I think I found all the body washes that work for my sensitive skin, here comes Dove with another banger. Their newest serum body wash is moisture in a bottle for your skin. Made with 50 percent glycerin, it leaves my skin hydrated long after I shower, without leaving a greasy residue. Not to mention, I'm obsessed with the almond scent." — Naomi Parris, assistant shopping editor
Best Fragrance
Ellis Brooklyn Isla Sirena [17] ($115)
"It's rare that a scent literally stops me in my tracks because of how good it smells, but that was exactly the case the first time I spritzed the new Ellis Brooklyn Isla Sirena. With notes of coconut, banana, and papaya it smells like summmer in a bottle. It's become my new go-to scent, and everyone wants to know what it is. It's that good." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Mouth Tape
Loops Hydrating Mouth Tape Mask [18] ($28)
"I'm a dedicated mouth-taper, but I have some qualms about it. Sometimes it leaves sticky residue all over my face, and it's also hard to go to bed with a lip mask because the tape won't adhere to my skin. Loops just launched what might possibly be my favorite invention ever, the Hydrating Mouth Tape Mask. It's made of a breathable mesh that fully covers your mouth with a hydrogel infused with collagen and peptides. It promotes nasal breathing, the whole purpose of mouth tape, while also hydrating your face and lips. Yep, I'm sold." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Best Nail Treatment
Essie Break Fix Liquid Nail Patch [19] ($12)
"I've grown my nails out to a really nice length, so I can confidently say that nothing ruins my day quite like breaking one. The Essie Break Fix Liquid Nail Patch is great for those unfortunate moments because it leaves behind a transparent bandage that helps seal the split back together and can be hidden under nail polish." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Tool
Tweezerman Petite Tweeze Set & Case [20] ($30)
"Tweezerman makes the best brow and nail-care kits. The brand just released its spring patterns, and they're so cute. I just know that my sister is going to want to steal this paisley print from me the next time I see her. I love that the set comes with a carrying case for travel. I always have one in my bag when I'm on the go." — Jessica Harrington, section lead, beauty
Best Flosser
Slate Mini Flosser [21] ($12)
"I'm anal AF about flossing, and I typically do it twice a day. I'm obsessed with this Slate Mini Flosser because not only does it help me clean all the areas brushing misses, but the gum brushes feel fantastic. Plus, it has a built-in tongue scraper — something we should all be doing every day." — Renee Rodriguez, senior staff writer and producer
Jessica Harrington [22] (she/her) is the Section Lead of Beauty at Popsugar, where she oversees all vertical coverage across the website, social media, and newsletter. With over nine years of industry experience, she has interviewed numerous celebrities, reported on hundreds of beauty trends, and swatched more lipsticks than she can count. Prior to PS, Jessica worked for publications such as Makeup.com, Skincare.com, and The Zoe Report. She's based in New York City and has a degree in journalism from Hofstra University. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling with her husband, thrifting, and cooking.