14 Editor-Reviewed Beauty Products You Need to Buy This August

Often scents that claim to be relaxing are composed of lavender and chamomile, which is why Rituals recently reformulated Tao Mei Dao Body Cream ($29) is such a standout. The warm, sweet, and sensual scent is a soothing one, but unlike the typical fragrance you'd find at a spa. It contains White Lotus, which helps calm inflammation, hydrates, and naturally exfoliates (re: helps with antiaging). But the star component is Yi Yi Ren, an ingredient traditionally used in Chinese medicine that treats skin disease and insomnia. I love to apply the thick cream at night before drifting into a serene slumber.

— LL