FIVE OF THE BEST NEW BEAUTY RELEASES TO LOVE RIGHT NOW

Lately I feel like new beauty releases are arriving thick and fast, and I’m sure consumers feel this even more acutely! With that in mind I’m going to try to break down the latest that are catching my eye and why, some from bigger houses and some from nimble indies. All the below have been personally trialled by me over the last few weeks and yep, they come highly recommended!
(all stockists are linked)

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Blur Concealer

I have long loved the Charlotte Tilbury makeup offering, which can seem vast but is always considered. After sitting next to someone at an industry brunch that had worked with her closely over the years this was absolutely confirmed – Charlotte doesn’t just churn out products to capture the mood of what is currently trending, but rather answers her own needs and that of her loyal tribe, first and foremost.
With all that in mind, the brand already offers several concealer formulas that have been done well, but the latest? I think it’s my favourite yet. Delivering full coverage with a matte finish but also incredibly natural looking even on mature skin, Airbrush Flawless Blur Concealer is an actual holy grail formula. With elastic stretch and supercharged with Charlotte’s signature powder Blur Airtech, it’s like makeup plus advanced skincare, and is blissfully weightless on the skin. Blurring and insanely flattering, it’s also water-resistant, transfer-resistant, crease-proof, humidity-proof, sweat-proof, darlings. I’m obsessed.

Raeso Lunar Veil Chrono-Active Sleep Mask

Effortlessly harnessing the power of sleep and nighttime restoration, Aotearoa-born skincare brand Raeso’s new Lunar Veil Chrono-Active Sleep Mask takes their philosophy of delivering ingredients as the skin calls for it to the hours after dark. Applied during the ‘Power Hour’ between 8-10 pm, the three-phase formula is timed to this nocturnal rhythm, releasing ingredients in stages to support each phase. Cushion-soft and blue-hued, it delivers skin that is smoother, clearer and more plump by morning.
After just one night of sleeping with this beauty I was blown away by how efficacious it is, smoothing and soothing for baby soft, even toned skin come morning. Key actives in its impressive ingredient deck include Niacinamide Riboside (NAD+ precursor) for cellular longevity, DNA repair enzymes, and mandelic acid for gentle resurfacing. It’s also the dream for winter skin thanks to its considerable barrier support, which comes courtesy of ceramides, postbiotics, biomimetic lipids, and mānuka honey to lock in moisture and calm UV-exposed skin.

Sans [ceuticals] Perpetual Activator 7

Adding to their Perpetual collection of advanced solutions rendered in a solid, refillable format, Sans [ceuticals] has introduced Perpetual Activator 7, their cult-favourite, top-to-toe beauty oil reimagined. A solid multi-use oil designed for body, face and hair, the potent formula delivers clinically proven performance in a consciously designed, travel-friendly, endlessly refillable format. Crafted entirely from reclaimed waste, its sculptural silhouette deserves a place in every bathroom.
Clinically proven to stimulate collagen synthesis by no less than 127 percent, it’s also incredibly easy to use and blissfully mess-free. You simply glide the vessel across your body and face and maybe massage residual oil through hair ends or apply to cuticles, and I read that you can use this as a super gentle makeup remover. Spill-proof and perfect for life in motion.

GULP Bounce Cleanser

GULP, formerly known as The Facialist, debuted recently with a refreshed identity and a clear philosophy: effective skincare starts with hydration. Evolving from its treatment room-led roots, each of the five core formulations were developed using high quality ingredients, proven actives and science-led formulations designed to support healthy, balanced skin. Fewer steps, smarter formulations, and ingredients that work with the skin, not against it.
My current favourite from the edit is Bounce, an enzyme jelly cleanser that was the first new t addition to the subtle formulation refinements across the range. Headlining a unique enzyme super-mix, the formula includes pineapple and papaya to exfoliate and refresh your skin while removing surface impurities, while naturally derived Glycolipids deeply cleanse while maintaining the skin's moisture barrier. I’ve been using mine in the morning to ensure better penetration of all that follows, 1-2 pumps gently massaged into skin before adding water for milky emulsification. Hack: Leave it on for 10 minutes for a lush enzyme mask.

Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Sculpting Face Serum

Dubbed the ‘5D Facelift’ by the heritage beauty brand, Revitalizing Supreme+ Sculpting Face Serum is an anti-aging serum from Estée Lauder that activates collagen production to visibly lift, firm, and plump the skin. It targets five key dimensions of the face and neck: the upper face, cheeks, nasolabial folds, jawline, and neck, and its key ingredients have been found to amplify skin’s own production of Collagen V, a type of collagen that’s vital for firmer skin.
Key to its efficacy is Hexapeptide-8, a powerhouse peptide that boosts Collagen I, the most abundant collagen and essential for skin strength, and Hexapeptide-9, which is known to amplify Collagen IV and Collagen XVII, known to be vital anchoring proteins.
Beyond boosting skin elasticity, integrity and volume, when used consistently this firming serum visibly reduces the look of lines, and personally I’m in love with the fast-absorbing, fluid-light texture. It penetrates super-fast and plays well with makeup, and I’m keen to see the results it delivers over time.