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What’s Good: New Beauty to Try Right Now
Get your January beauty fix.
Hey beauties! 2025 is finally here, and so are some strong contenders for your fave new beauty product.
While we all embraced a more refined, minimal approach to our makeup last year, Summer is the time to take risks and play with colour. Sun-drenched, glowing skin takes centre stage, and we keep an eye on Copenhagen Fashion Week’s runways for playful colours and trends (more on this next month).
January has delivered fresh formulas, innovative textures, and cult classics reimagined—this month’s beauty launches are not slipping under the radar. From glow-boosting skincare to your next lip obsession, here’s my standout products to add to your routine.
— Katie xx
Hyaluronic Lip Oil in Raspberry
Lanolips
Price: $18.95
Hello, Lano! Say goodbye to dry lips with this ultra-hydrating lip oil that’s as delicious as it is effective. Packed with hyaluronic acid, it plumps and smooths while delivering a glossy, non-sticky finish. The Raspberry version adds a sheer pop of colour for a natural, juicy look with no goopy-ness in sight.
‘Beach Day’ All Over Water Mist SPF50
Naked Sundays
Price: $45.00
You can’t do Summer without SPF, and now Naked Sundays have you covered from head to toe. Protect scalp (yes, it needs coverage too!) from harmful UV rays with this world-first water-based SPF 50 mist. The Aussie-made formula contains soothing Aloe Vera & Watermelon Extract, and is completely transparent so you can spray away with confidence.
Awaken Confidence Body Fragrance Mist
Rare Beauty
Price: $49.00
Miss Selena follows up the hugely popular Find Comfort body fragrance with a freshly picked scent for Summer: juicy peach and fresh flower blossom. With notes that energise and inspire, it’s the perfect companion for those days when you need a quick pick-me-up or subtle fragrance. Especially delicious when sprayed in your hair and a warm breeze comes blowing through.
Immortelle Divine Youth Care in Pearls
L'Occitane
Price: $169.00
Marilyn might have sung that ‘Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend’, but give me these pearls any day. Infused with L’Occitane’s signature Immortelle essential oil, this formula targets fine lines, firmness, and radiance. A truly sensational delight to use, three pearls crushed into the skin leaves your complexion hydrated, soft, and glowing.
Mighty Fine Brow Pen
Benefit
Price: $48.00
One of my all-time favourite brow products has had a glow-up! The ultra-fine triple tip is the thinnest on the market, and effortlessly mimics natural hair strokes for a perfectly defined look. Whether you prefer a bold or barely-there finish, this pen makes it easy to customise your arches, even if it looks intimidating. Just trust the process and you won’t be disappointed.
Flush Blush in Lusitano
MERIT
Price: $30.00
Now that the wonderful world of MERIT is accessible to us, any excuse to place an order is always appreciated. Cult favourite Flush Blush is now available in four breathtaking new shades: Archival—a cool mauve; Bonbon—a bright pink; Lusitano—a soft creamy peach (my personal pick) and Postmodern—a deep pink-brown. Easy to use and a breeze to blend, the portable and foolproof favourite further cements its place in our hearts with these new colour additions.
YOU MIST MAKEUP-EXTENDING SETTING SPRAY
Fenty Beauty
Price: $46.00
Hydrating, extending, skin-loving—what more could you want in a setting spray? Keep your makeup locked in place with this refreshing new offering from Fenty, boasting 12-hour staying power. Lightweight and hydrating, the ultra-fine InvisiFlex Shield formula is also great for beauties with sensitive skin and eyes.
RapiDry Nail Polish
OPI
Price: $12.99
Save time without sacrificing shine! This quick-dry formula sets your nail polish in seconds, leaving a flawless, smudge-free finish—perfect for those last-minute manicures or touch-ups on the go. And how cute is the ombre packaging on these cuties? Run to Chemist Warehouse to pick up a shade or two now; we’ll never go back to another formula after trying these.
Ultimate Repair Night Hair Serum
Wella
Price: $38.00
The skinification of hair is going to be huge this year, and Wella is straight out of the gates as a front-runner with this serum. Designed to repair and strengthen while you sleep, it leaves your strands soft, shiny, and visibly healthier by morning. With Omega-9 and defense polymers working hard while you’re asleep, it’s the best way to wake up to a good hair day.
Blush + Lip Glow Stick
Lust Minerals
Price: $46.00
Double the beauty, double the fun! This versatile stick works as both a creamy blush and a hydrating lip tint, and has a sheer, balmy texture that feels weightless on the skin. Perfect for an effortless, monochromatic look, it’s ideal for touch-ups or creating a soft glow on-the-go. Available in three stunning, Summer-ready shades (but Strawberry Soufflè takes my money).
True Highlight Weightless Illuminators
Clinique
Price: $68.00
It’s been a hot minute since we’ve had a new highlighter to rave about, hasn’t it? Clinique’s featherlight illuminators have broken the drought, and they truly are something else. Radiant and effortless, these buildable highlighters add the perfect amount of glow without looking overdone. In four complimentary shades which add just the right amount of shimmer, these are worth every penny.
The Rich Eye Cream
Augustinus Bader
Price: $313.00
The Augustinus Bader line needs no introduction, but its newest offering is definitely worth getting acquainted with. Luxurious and illuminating, this rich eye cream is a godsend for tired eyes. It hydrates, firms, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and dark circles with the help of its patented TFC8 complex, which contains natural amino acids, high-grade vitamins and peptides. Extra luxe when applied with the cooling steel massage tool.
Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment
Ole Henriksen
Price: $29.00
Give your lips the Summer they deserve with this peptide-powered treatment, now available in three new shimmery shades: Citrus Sunshine, Crème Brûlée and Lingonberry Jam. The new glimmering flavours add a noticeable glow and hint of colour while deeply nourishing and restoring your pout. Say hello to soft, kissable lips!
Wisdom of the Snake Candle
Glasshouse Fragrances
Price: $59.95
New year, new candle? Yes please. Indulge your senses with Glasshouse Fragrances’ exotic new scent, featuring a mysterious and captivating scent blend of fresh orchid, citrus, cedarwood and musk. Housed in a stunning neon green vessel and adorned with illustrations to celebrate the Year of the Snake, it’s perfect for creating an inviting atmosphere or elevating your self-care rituals.
Major Dimension Eyeshadow Duo
Patrick Ta
Price: $70.00
We love the blush duos. The bronzer duos are always sold out. Now Patrick Ta has blessed us with a new obsession: eyeshadow duos. With sparkling shimmers and chromatic moments, it’s an entire curated eye look in one handy package. Coming in five dreamy combinations—including a bold gold, fiery magenta and alluring bronze—we can’t wait to get our hands on these (if they’re ever in stock!).
Balm Dotcom in Black Cherry
Glossier
Price: $27.00
It may be Summer, but cherry season is in full swing. This cult-favourite lip balm now comes in a delicious Black Cherry flavour, matched in both scent and tint. Packed with moisturising ingredients, this versatile balm is wonderful for a flush on the cheeks, a pop on the lips or even a glossy eyelid. Mix it your way for endless possibilities in a deep cherry hue.
Future Fluid™ SPF 50+ Superlight Mineral SKINSCREEN™
Ultra Violette
Price: $52.00
Vi, babe, you’ve done it again. We love a new UV release, and this ultra-lightweight mineral SPF is truly a winner for those who dislike the ‘sunscreen feeling’ thanks to its zinc formula. Perfect for layering under makeup or wearing alone, it’s a must-have for protecting your skin without weighing it down with that greasy feeling.
Cloud Set Baked Setting and Smoothing Powder
Kosas
Price: $58.00
This has been all over my feeds, and once I got my hands on this, the hype was understandable. A barely-there powder, it delivers an airbrushed finish while brightening the undereye and T-Zone. It blurs imperfections, controls shine, and smooths texture, leaving your skin to do its thing and won’t break you out after all-day wear. A beautiful new addition to your beauty bag.
Beauty Rose Exposed Eye Colour Quad
Tom Ford
Price: $160.00
Wow, talk about opulence. Tom Ford takes eyeshadow to a new level of elegance with this rose-toned eyeshadow quad, complete with a gorgeous floral embossed pan. The buttery textures and blendable shades make it easy to create a soft, romantic look inspired by the new Private Blend scent, Rose Exposed. If my partner is reading this, just a reminder that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner… hint, hint.
Fragaria
Creed
Price: $469.00
Creed always delivers when it comes to scents that make an impact, and Fragaria is no different. A fragrance masterpiece, Fragaria combines luscious strawberries with luxurious notes for a scent that’s fresh yet opulent. If you’re looking for a unique signature scent that will turn heads this Summer, this fresh, flirty number might be worth looking into.
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