Beauty Buys: 10 summer essentials you need this July 2024

We’re focusing on hydrating and soothing ingredients this season. After all that fun in the sun, we want to ensure our skin is well taken care of! Before applying any serums, we drench our skin with La Mer’s The Treatment Lotion to give it a surge of hydration. Infused with the brand’s iconic Miracle Broth™, this watery lotion boosts hydration while prepping the skin for the treatments that follow.

The eye area is one of the most neglected parts of the face. While we layer on toners and serums to soothe, nourish, and moisturise our face, we often forget that the delicate eye area needs tailored care too. Lancôme’s potent new serum, Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Eye Serum, addresses this. Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, C+Niacinamide, and Vitamin F, this eye serum smooths and plumps the eye area, leaving you with youthful-looking eyes.

Luxury and sustainability meet in the Hermès Le Bain collection. The French luxury house incorporates refillable colourful glass packaging in its beauty range as a commitment to sustainability. Our pick from the collection is the Le Bain Moisturising Body Lotion in Eau de rhubarbe écarlate scent. The heavenly scented lotion is perfect for perfume layering during the summer.

Available at Hermés boutiques and exclusively at Hermés counters in Parkson Pavilion Elite Kuala Lumpur and Seibu, The Exchange TRX.

In the realm of sunscreens, Supergoop! needs no introduction. The originator of the cult favourite Unseen Sunscreen, the brand now introduces its latest addition – Mineral Unseen Sunscreen. Featuring a whipped texture, this sunscreen blends seamlessly into the skin and doubles as a makeup primer. For sensitive and acne-prone skin types, a mineral sunscreen is your best friend as it minimises irritation compared to chemical sunscreens.

Hate the slick silicone feeling on your face? We get it. It’s not for everybody. If you’re looking for a sunscreen that sinks into the skin, B+B Labs Tribiotics 360 Suncare Broad Spectrum SPF50 PA++++ is your best bet. Formulated with a tribiotic formula, this sunscreen boosts skin hydration, enhances skin oxygenation, and strengthens the skin barrier while keeping those sun rays at bay!

Reapplying sunscreen can be a drag, but it’s essential. For easy reapplication, we love Caudalie’s Vinosun SPF50 Invisible High Protection Stick. The ocean-safe formula contains organic filters boosted with skin-loving grape seed and organic buriti oil to hydrate and nourish your skin while you enjoy the summer sun.

Another mineral formula we’re loving is Paula’s Choice CALM Barrier Protect Mineral Sunscreen SPF30. Formulated with centella asiatica and allantoin, this sunscreen soothes and hydrates the skin while offering sun protection. It’s perfect for days spent indoors recovering and sipping summer cocktails out of direct sunlight.

During summer, we crave that sun-kissed glow, and Fenty Beauty’s Soft’Lit Luminous Longwear Foundation delivers just that. This radiant foundation offers an airbrushed glow with medium coverage and a natural finish. Waterproof and sweat-resistant, it’s a summer must-have for achieving a flawless look.

With summer in tow, we’re all about dips in the water and hot sunny days. While refreshing, these can take a toll on your hair. Split ends and breakage are the last things you want on your holiday! Briogeo’s Don’t Despair, Repair™ Megastrength + Rice Water Protein + Moisture Strengthening Treatment is essential for keeping your locks in pristine condition. This potent weekly treatment features a rice protein complex that fortifies and nourishes the hair to prevent breakage and support hair elasticity.

Travelling with your furry friend this summer? We can’t deny that beach days are much more fun with our four-legged companions, but they can get messy! AROMATICA’s Gentle Groom Shampoo has you and your best mate covered. Infused with 17 amino acids, this shampoo cleans away all debris while keeping their coat shiny and nourished. The soothing geranium and lavender scent makes your pet the perfect cuddly buddy after a long day at the beach!

Jo Malone collaborates with the beloved bear Paddington™ for a limited edition scent. The new Orange Marmalade Cologne blends zesty orange and warm woods for a deliciously golden fragrance, inspired by Paddington’s favourite snack.