New Season Makeup Must-Haves: All the Exciting Products to Snag Right Now

What’s the latest in makeup this season? While we don’t see a drastic change in weather in the tropics, we do look forward to the seasonal new launches, especially for all things makeup! 

From sultry summer nights to the fast-approaching festivities, makeup has the power to transform and accentuate the excitement of every season. Read on as we take you on a journey through the most anticipated makeup releases, revealing palettes, pigments, and formulations that are set to redefine your beauty routine.

Whether you're looking to refresh your daily makeup wardrobe or make a statement at a special occasion, these new makeup launches are sure to inspire your inner artist and offer endless possibilities for a fun day or night out. 

From international best-selling brands to new local launches and drugstore staples, you will find a wide range of makeup products worth adding to your shopping carts. 

Make note, as you discover what this season has in store for you.

Anastasia Beverly Hills - Your Eyes and Lips, Sorted

Unleash your glamorous side with the Anastasia Beverly Hills this season. With all things glitzy and glam, our favourite makeup brand is back with so much newness for the eyes and your lips. 

The much-awaited Lash Sculpt mascara is your ticket to achieving those coveted extension-effect lashes. Its long-lasting and buildable formula promises supernatural length, lift, and volume, sculpting your lashes from root to tip without clumping or smudging. Simply start at the root, wiggle the brush horizontally, and stretch towards the lash tip for instant length and separation. Plus, there's a travel-friendly version for your makeup pouch.

Add extra sparkle to those eyes with the Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmos Eyeshadow Palette($88), inspired by explosively sparkling, star-filled galaxies.  With 12 shades ranging from matte neutrals to intense shimmers, the full-pigment, easy-to-blend pressed eyeshadows are your go-to for effortless glam. Including duo-chromatic shades like Supercluster and Quasar for that celestial touch, your Cosmos Eyeshadow palette will help you seamlessly transition from day to night. 

And if you are looking for shine, you’re in for a treat with 12 new shades of the fan-favourite Tinted Lip Gloss($35). The ultra-smooth formula glazes on the lips, paired with the ease of flat, paddle-shaped applicators for precise application for the perfect amount of brilliance in every swipe. We can’t get enough!

Shop the latest Anastasia Beverly Hills makeup range at Sephora.sg.

Chantecaille Wild Mustang Makeup Collection - Fall’s Most Loved Hues

Inspired by the gorgeous hues of America's wild mustangs and their rocky western landscape, comes Chantecaille’s newest makeup collection - Wild Mustang. The dreamiest of hues in fall shades for both shimmer and matte finish eyeshadows as well as in their best-selling vegan lipstick. 

But first the shimmer. Two new shimmering fall shades inspired by the rich colours of the wild mustangs of the West incorporate Chantecaille’s much-loved formula. Smooth, and with a feather-light, cream-like finish, we love how it never falls or creases! The vegan formula(also talc-free) is infused with sophisticated pure pearl particles that add dazzling colour to the eyelid.

For those who prefer matte, try the new, flattering soft hues with rich definition in a velvety matte finish. Pure colour payoff marries a soft supple feel in the new formulation and will add to any fall makeup look. 

Sold on fall shades? Then you want your hands on Chantecaille’s 2 new lipstick shades inspired by Western wildflowers. Formulated to deliver pure gleaming colour in one stroke, Lip Veil’s buildable, creamy texture has a weightless feel but leaves a nourishing, silky glaze behind. All that hydration is owed to the Fair Wild Standard-certified organic Baobab oil harvested ethically from Zimbabwe’s 2,000-year-old Baobab trees

Don’t forget, as always, the funds raised from sales of Chantecaille’s Wild Mustang Collection will support a cause. This time it’s the American Wild Horse Campaign and their work protecting a recently discovered isolated herd of wild horses in Utah’s Cedar Mountains. The program aims to protect habitat and enhance water availability for the horses, keeping them humanely in balance with their environment. 

Chantecaille’s Wild Mustang Collection is available at TANGS at Tang Plaza and Takashimaya Department Store.

M.A.C Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation for That Healthy Glow

Give it up for the newest serum-powered foundation by our favourites from M.A.C! The much-awaited M.A.C Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation is the new radiant counterpart to its beloved Studio Fix Fluid SPF15. It fuses M.A.C’s expertise of skin tones with the science of skincare to deliver plumper, smoother and more radiant skin. 

We love how this formula started out as a skincare serum and over the years(39 to be precise) has developed into a high-performing foundation that provides skincare-level hydration too! 

It comes powered by an 80% skincare base with 33 skincare ingredients, including a 10% Hyaluronic Acid Solution, locking in moisture beneath the skin’s surface. There’s also a cocktail of powerful skin-caring superfoods, including Olive and Jojoba Oils that leave you with a healthier glow. Vitamin E helps to protect skin from pollution and blue light. 

As for texture, the lightweight gel consistency allows the foundation to be buildable and evenly cover any dark spots, redness, or dry fine lines. Water-, sweat- and transfer-resistant, it works hard at providing 12 hours of long-wear and lasting radiance. 

Available in 25 shades, it boasts silver and gold pearlescent particles specifically crafted to complement unique undertones of light and rich skin.

The new Studio Radiance Serum-Powered™ Foundation ($76, 30ml) is available at all islandwide MAC stores, Sephora, Lazada and iShopChangi.

Tarte - Plumping Gloss, Luscious Lips, Colour Changing Balms and More!

The upcoming season is going to be big for lips! Quite literally, commanding the plumpest lips in town, Tarte's newest Plumping Gloss($34) is one for your makeup bag! Made with volu-plump complex for visibly plumper-looking lips, this nourishing formula smoothens the look of lip lines while wrapping them in lasting hydration, colour and shine. One swipe is all it takes for sheer shine. Want more colour - add another swipe or two! Available in 4 gorgeous hues, we find this luscious gloss works best over our favourite lipstick giving it that bold, shiny edge we all dream of!

Next up on Tarte’s latest innovation are their colour-changing balms($39) - and we promise you are going to want them in all 7-popping shades! This colour-changing balm is a pH-powered plumping gloss-balm with hyaluronic acid. Not only will it drench your lips in moisture while smoothening the look of lines, but it will also bring in a custom pink shade - based on your own pH levels. Enjoy as each swipe drenches your lips in lasting juicy colour and over ten superfruits keep that pout soft and supple. 

The colour-changing lip balms make great staples for your collection but are also fun gifts to give your daughter and her friends! Like all Tarte products, these are made without parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, triclosan, sodium lauryl sulphate and gluten. All the goodness of lush lips without the bad! 

Tarte’s new range is available on Sephora.sg

Rare Beauty - Liquid Blush and Lip Creams in Multiple Skin-Tone-Friendly Shades

Airy, breathable and easy to apply, RareBeauty’s makeup is all about making you feel good without taking away what makes you unique. From complexion must-haves to blendable makeup, there’s ample opportunity to play with new colours and textures here, in literally every skin-tone enhancing shade. 

Team cream blush? Then you will love Rare Beauty’s Soft Pinch Liquid Blush($39), a weightless, enduring blush that effortlessly blends and layers for a gentle, healthy flush. Selena is a fan of its subtle transformative power that adds a soft hint of colour to your everyday look. Available in both matte and dewy finishes, the blush comes infused with long-lasting colour pigments - a little does go a long way! We love how each of these shades is buildable - add more for intense colour and allow for mistake-proof application. You can apply on top of liquid or powder makeup, without having to worry about what comes first or last! 

11 beautiful colours, in a non-comedogenic formulation, mean you will have a favourite blush no matter your skin tone or type.

For velvety soft lips, try Rare Beauty’s Lip Souffle Matte Lip Cream($33), a whipped lip product that delivers comfortable, one-stroke colour with a vivid, second-skin finish. This weightless and hydrating formula promises highly pigmented colour, in a whipped texture that imparts a soft-focus effect. Choose from 12 gorgeous shades for that full-coverage colour to keep lips nourished and refreshed. 

Shop Rare Beauty’s new season launches on Sephora.sg.

Givenchy Rose Perfecto - Lip Balms to Hydrate and Smoothen

Say hello to Rose Perfecto, Givenchy Beauty’s line of couture lip balms. Whether in stick or liquid form, this star product merges ultra-luminous, vivid hues with a marbled texture and a remarkable hybrid formula, striking a harmonious balance between makeup and skincare.

The essence of Rose Perfecto lies in Givenchy Laboratories' pioneering research, boasting a formula brimming with 95% natural-origin ingredients. It not only accentuates the inherent beauty of lips but also nurtures and hydrates them, ensuring utmost comfort.

The stick version of this balm harnesses the power of pink pepper oil, collected through environmentally friendly methods, preventing dehydration for naturally smooth lips.

2023 brings forth an exciting expansion of the Rose Perfecto Lip Balm($58) line, introducing three new Givenchy shades that celebrate individuality and embrace natural allure. These nude shades offer a glossy finish while pampering the lips with soothing hydration and a subtle plumping effect.

Encased in the iconic powdery pink leather packaging, Rose Perfecto provides enduring hydration infused with 95% natural origin ingredients. Enriched with rose oil, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, pink pepper and shea butter, the Rose Perfecto melts into the lips for ultimate comfort – offering 24-hour hydration while nourishing and smoothing the lips with a plumping effect.

Available on Sephora.sg.

1028 Cosmetics - Back in Singapore

Renowned Taiwanese brand, 1028 Cosmetics is set to take your beauty game to new heights, with its high-quality, and affordable product range. Think long-lasting and budge-proof mascara, eyeliner, lipsticks, and eyeshadow suited for Singapore’s hot weather.

1028’s None Other Than Me Eyeshadow Palette($26.90) features nine velvety-smooth pigments featuring four finishes - matte, pearly, shimmer, and diamond - these shades are tailored for everyday wear but with just the right touch of glam for your night out. Available in Chocolate, Rose, and Wheat, these palettes will become your ultimate day-to-night makeup companion.

And there's more to discover! Flutter your lashes like never before with the revamped Extend Curl Waterproof Mascara EX($21.90). With 3D polymer technology and a slim-straight brush adept at capturing even the shortest and sparsest Asian lashes, it's the number one mascara in Taiwan. 

When it comes to your lips, pamper them with the Dewy Kiss Cream Lipstick($16.90), priced at an affordable SGD 16.90. Enriched with elderflower and shea butter, this nourishing balm formula will keep your lips feeling soft, supple, and fabulous all day long. Available in six flattering shades suitable for every skin tone, these semi-sheer sticks will give your lips a stunning, glazed, and glassy finish.

All 1028 products are exclusively available on Shopee, in-store and online at Watsons and Lazada on the MANDOM Official Store.

Pat McGrath - Satin Allure Lipstick 

Experience the opulent charm of Pat McGrath's Satin Allure Lipstick($45), a true beauty treasure that unlocks a realm of lip possibilities. This sublime lipstick presents a creamy explosion of colour, enriched with a seductive lustre that's impossible to resist. For a flawless finish, prepare your lips with gentle exfoliation before applying Satin Allure Lipstick and let its transformative powers work their magic, leaving your lips smooth and luscious.

For added definition and long-lasting wear, consider complementing it with a coordinating PermaGel Ultra Lip Pencil(sold separately). If you are aiming for a soft, dewy blotted effect, use your fingertip to delicately press and roll the colour onto your lips. For a more ombre effect, use the Lipstick bullet to concentrate the colour at the centre of your lips and then press your lips together. Ready to take on the day - or night!

Pat McGrath Satin Allure Lipstick is available at Sephora in-store and online. 

Banila Co - Lip Tints, Primers and More

Fans of the iconic Banila Co Clean It Zero cleanser can now indulge in the Korean brand’s best-selling makeup too! Banila Co is celebrating a significant milestone with the grand opening of its inaugural makeup counter in Singapore, aptly named the "Banila Co Glam Station." 

The highly anticipated Banila Co Glam Station debuted at Bugis and JEM Watsons, with further launches scheduled for various locations in Singapore throughout August, including Bugis, Raffles City, Tampines, and Parkway Way (with additional locations to be added in September and October). 

Banila Co understands the significance of experiencing makeup products firsthand, and the Banila Co Glam Station provides the perfect platform for customers to explore samples, swatches, and various makeup products, including the highly sought-after lip tints, primers, cushions, and more.

Furthermore, Banila Co is introducing new makeup products, including the Prime Primer Makeup Base($39.90). Available in three variants - classic, hydrating and tone-up, these lightweight primers cater to various skin needs, from controlling excess oil to blurring pores and fine lines while creating a natural matte finish or delivering a radiant, revitalised look.

Those looking for the best primer and sun protection combination will love the Prime Primer Sun Base SPF50+ PA ++++($39.90). This latest addition to Banila Co's award-winning Prime Primer Line not only corrects skin texture instantly but also offers UV protection. Packed with skincare ingredients, it ensures a cooling effect on the skin and prolongs makeup duration while preventing a white cast. These exciting additions to the Banila Co makeup range will give fans even more options for achieving a flawless and radiant look.

IT Cosmetics - Bye Bye Dark Spots Concealer + Serum

Bid farewell to dark spots, under-eye circles, and skin imperfections with the innovative Bye Bye Dark Spots Concealer + Serum($47). This versatile concealer offers medium coverage that's easily buildable and comes with our exclusive Super Bright Serum, containing 2% niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and caffeine. It provides instant coverage while actively addressing skincare concerns over time. 

Developed in collaboration with dermatologists and plastic surgeons, it has been clinically tested to diminish the visibility of dark spots and dark under-eye circles*, delivering 24 hours of skin hydration.

This concealer can be applied generously or precisely as a spot concealer, thanks to its lightweight texture and natural finish. It seamlessly integrates into your makeup routine, either as a base or a top layer. Plus, it's travel-friendly and comes with a dual-ended doe foot applicator and a kabuki concealer brush for a flawless blend, even when you're on the move!

Available on Sephora.

Clé de Peau Beauté - Eye Color Quad Collection

Clé de Peau Beauté, the renowned luxury skincare brand, has introduced an extensive update to its Eye Color Quad collection($85), unveiling 48 new shades across 12 distinctive palettes.

Distinguished by its innovative formulation, the Eye Color Quad range boasts Clé de Peau Beauté's hydrating bouncy formula, which effectively locks in moisture for an impressive duration of up to eight hours. This ensures that your eye makeup remains flawlessly intact, effortlessly transitioning from day to night. Leveraging the brand's light-enhancing and tone-correcting technology, each shade within the Eye Color Quad lineup is meticulously crafted to deliver a refined luminosity, resulting in a radiant, multi-dimensional glow that seems to emanate from within.

The novel Eye Color Quad features three exquisite eyeshadow shades along with a high-performance primer. This supple base serves as a canvas upon which shades can be applied individually or layered to achieve varying degrees of colour depth. The primer, a versatile component, can function as a base, a highlighter, or both, playing a pivotal role in preserving the eyelids' moisture for an impressive eight hours and ensuring eyeshadow adherence for an astonishing 12-hour wear.

The Clé de Peau Beauté Eye Color Quad collection is now available for purchase, with the Eyeshadow Quad priced at $85 and the case at $45. Available at Clé de Peau Beauté's Mandarin Gallery Flagship Store, Takashimaya, TANGS at Tang Plaza, Isetan Scotts, and BHG Bugis.

Gucci Beauty - Illuminateur de Beauté

Say hello to Goddess-like skin with Gucci Beauty’s Illuminateur de Beauté($80), an exquisite liquid highlighter designed to impart radiant luminosity to the skin. As the house's inaugural offering in this category, it offers instant hydration and a revitalising effect, courtesy of its nurturing and illuminating formula, crafted for versatile use. Whether applied directly onto bare skin, blended with foundation, or mixed into a primer, these golden drops deliver a healthy, radiant finish suitable for all skin tones.

The highlighter's formula, engineered to achieve a luminous glow, is enriched with ultra-thin spherical pearls and pearlescent pigments with platelet shapes. These elements collaborate to illuminate the skin by scattering light in myriad directions. Infused with a soothing floral blend featuring Black Rose, Lily, and Daisy, the formula not only enhances radiance but also provides calming properties. The result is skin that appears rejuvenated, refreshed, and hydrated for an impressive duration of up to 12 hours.

The Illuminateur de Beauté is available for purchase at Gucci Beauty's boutiques in Raffles City and ION and at Takashimaya.