A new face palette from Tom Ford, high impact mascara from Maybelline, deodorant wipes from Whish and plenty more where that came from when we sorted through hundreds of new beauty launches to find the best products to hit counters for Spring/Summer 2014. Here’s a look at all the bodycare, skincare, makeup and nail polish to consider stocking up on now.
beauty launches
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Fresh
In addition to launching its cult Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15 in a new shade, a bright fuchsia called Tulip, and coming out with a Sugar Lip Serum to target fine lines and wrinkles on and around lips, Fresh is launching UV protecting products, including, in July, this sunscreen lotion that also works to repair past damage. It's so lightweight it feels more like a regular moisturizer than it does a treatment or suncare product.
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Tom Ford
Summer collection, Prices vary
This limited-edition collection not only includes Tom Ford's first lip balm (available in two shades, both of which can easily be layered under lipstick), but an eye and cheek compact, lip shimmer and a skin illuminator.
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Essie
Neon Collection, $8.50 each
The brand that pioneered neon nail polish in 2008 with its summer collection is back with original takes, including a lime and aqua.
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Dr. Perricone
No Makeup Skincare Collection, $30-$55
Launching in June, Dr. Perricone's new seven-product collection bridges the gap between skincare and makeup with products line No Concealer Concealer, an antiaging concealer that targets discoloration and dark circles.
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Laura Geller
Cool Lids, $19
Available in six shades, these creamy eyeshadows are perfect for brightening you summer eye look.
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Vincent Longo
Volume Plus Mascara, $25
With its extra long brush, this mascara will let you coat every last lash with a single swoop. It has also been clinically proven to increase lash thickness and promote lash growth and has rose water extract in the formulation to prevent clumps.
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The Body Shop
Body Sorbets, $14
Launching in stores in June, these body moisturizers come in four fruity summer-inspired scents. They're also formulated with 100% organic Community Fair Trade aloe vera to help cool while hydrating skin.
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Demeter
Fragrance library, $6-$39.50
Available in a variety of sizes as well as lotion, shower gel, body oil and diffuser, Demeter is constantly launching new scents. Among those that will be hitting drugstores this summer are Lotus Flower and Provence Meadow.
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Maybelline
Pumped Up! Colossal by Volum'Express, $7.77
The curved wand might be a bit of a gimmick, but there's no denying that this drugstore mascara lengthens and plumps up lashes without clumping or flaking.
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Whish
Deodorant Swipes, $7 for 8
These wipes are perfect for popping into your clutch for an emergency situation and, as an added bonus, they're formulated to tackle odor as well as to slow hair growth.
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Bond No. 9
Shelter Island, $195-$260
Launching Memorial Day weekend, Shelter Island is the latest addition to Bond's Hampton range. Inspired by the beach, notes include citrus zest, white lilies, amber and musk.
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Kneipp
Enjoy Life Body Wash: May Chang & Lemon, $15
Designed to uplift, this is a perfect warm-weather body wash.
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Elemis
Limited Edition Cellular Recovery Skin Bliss Capsules, $154
Designed to help rejuvenate skin in need of a detox — which includes most anyone who has endured this long winter, this set comes with pink capsules, meant for morning use (they contain rose absolute to hydrate) and green capsules, which contain lavender to maximize cell repair overnight. They're both formulated with moringa oil to repair visible signs of aging.
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Butter London
Lolly Brights Collection, $15 each
If you prefer iridescence over neon, it's hard to beat Butter London's latest lineup of high-shine polishes. Disco Biscuit, a hot-pink jelly with iridescent glitter particles is a particular standout. The brand has also launched a variety of new beauty buys including new glosses, mascara, lip pencils, and cream blushes.
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Gillette Venus
Snap Razor, $9.99
Regular sized blades, a little handle and a compact make this an ideal razor for summer weekend getaways.
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Prada Candy Florale
Candy Florale, $68
Nothing says summer like a candy-inspired floral scent.
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Kjaer Weis
Foundation, $68
A new edition to the eco-friendly line, known for its unique packaging, this light to medium cream foundation (available in five shades) is certified organic and formulated with sweet almond seed and coconut oil to moisturize and jojoba seed oil to reduce signs of skin aging, while evening out skin tone.
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Hourglass
Panoramic Long Wear Lip Liner, $28
Long lasting with high color payoff, Hourglass just launched new additions to its lip liner range. The liners are creamy in texture so they glide on very easily and the dual ended wand comes with a blending brush.
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Nails Inc.
Gel Effect Polish, $14
Why worry that you’re damaging your nails with a gel manicure? Instead, opt for these Gel Effect shades, all of which give a high shine, glossy finish without the need for a UV lamp or soak off. The formula contains the same plumping technology as a salon Gel manicure and each shade has an extra wide brush for easy application.
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Elemental Herbology
Keep summer skincare woes at bay with this new compact, perfect-for-travel kit made specifically for blemish-prone skin.
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Ralph Lauren
Midnight Romance, $52-$94
Ralph Lauren's latest fragrance launch includes pink peony, black vanilla, raspberry, Italian bergamot, lychee, jasmine and iris absolute in its olfactory profile. Interestingly enough, it was developed by both male and female master perfumers.
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Lancome
French Riviera Summer Color Collection, prices vary
Inspired by the Riviera's blue ocean and golden sand, Lancome has just launched new eye, lip and nail shades along with bronzing products.
