April’s beauty memo is crystal clear — it’s all about keeping your skin fresh and radiant without piling on the makeup and of course, showing your skincare routine some extra love.
Not quite there yet? No worries, you can always fake that glow (just like we do when our skin’s having an off day) with a little help from April’s best beauty launches.
Here’s what’s in store for you.
If you’ve missed out on March’s beauty launches, don’t worry — read HERE to get you up to speed!
New Skincare Launches
Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate Serum
If you think your skin deserves an upgrade, the new Ultimune Power Infusing Serum is worth a try. Powered by exclusive Power Fermented Camellia+, it strengthens your skin’s moisture barrier while slowing down the skin’s ageing cycle.
Clinically proven, 98% saw reduced signs of ageing in just four weeks. It deeply hydrates, absorbs quickly into 30 million skin cells, and leaves your skin feeling plumped, firm, and radiant.
Suitable for all skin types, it’s paraben-free, non-comedogenic, and crafted with over 91% natural ingredients.
Get this for RM335 (30ml), RM495 (50ml), or RM640 (75ml) from Shiseido boutiques and Sephora.
Paula’s Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturizer SPF 50
Fresh in the market, Paula’s Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturizer SPF 50 is a game-changer. This 3-in-1 formula shields, hydrates, and brightens with 5% vitamin C and a powerful blend of antioxidants.
Packed with algae aminos and acetyl zingerone, it defends against environmental stressors and fights discolouration, all while offering a lightweight feel. Get radiant, protected skin without the heavy feel of traditional sunscreens.
Get this for RM220, available exclusively on Paula’s Choice from 4 April and Sephora 17 April onwards.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
Its unique blend of nine essential oils, including lavender, chamomile, and eucalyptus, smells like heaven in a jar and instantly invigorates the senses.
This nourishing cleansing balm melts away makeup, daily pollutants, and impurities while leaving your skin soft and glowing. Transforming into three textures — a balm, cleansing oil, and hydrating milk, it offers the ultimate cleansing experience.
Infused with rose and mimosa waxes, elderberry, starflower, and Optimega oils, this mineral oil-free formula deeply cleanses, soothes, and leaves your skin feeling supremely soft.
Get this for RM80 (20g), RM170 (50g), or RM290 (100g) from Elemis boutiques and Sephora.
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops™ Serum
Are you team Sun Glow or Rosy Glow? This multi-purpose tinted serum combines the brightening and hydrating benefits of niacinamide with a sheer, buildable wash of colour. Clinically effective, it helps even skin tone and visibly brightens skin over time.
Available in two shades:
- Sun Glow delivers a warm, sun-kissed tint
- Rosy Glow offers a soft pink, radiant finish.
Both shades leave your skin glowing, smooth, and never streaky or patchy, giving you a healthy, natural-looking glow with every use.
Get this for RM173 from Sephora.
Melvita Source De Roses Extraordinary Water Hydra Plumping Essence
For a true hydration booster, you’ve got to try this. This hydra-plumping essence doesn’t just hydrate—it keeps your skin feeling soft and bouncy all day. Packed with micro hyaluronic acid, it gives your skin an instant moisture boost while helping it stay hydrated for 24 hours.
And the tiny bits of organic muscat rose oil suspended in water locks in moisture without leaving any greasy feel. It’s like giving your skin a refreshing drink that lasts all day — no dryness, no tightness.
Get this for RM145 (150ml) from Sephora.
Malin + Goetz 10% Sulfur Paste
Use this when stubborn breakouts start showing up. Packed with 10% active sulfur and salicylic acid, it works hard to treat and clear blemishes.
Camphor helps calm your skin while fighting off impurities and zinc oxide steps in to reduce the chances of scarring. Gentle enough for all skin types, including sensitive skin, this formula is naturally fragranced and coloured, perfect for keeping your skin in check without the harshness.
Get this for RM149 from Sephora.
Drunk Elephant Spring Essentials: Protini + Beste Duo (Limited Edition)
There’s nothing better than ending your day with these two skincare essentials for firmer, stronger, and bouncier skin with this limited edition set.
What’s inside:
- Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser: Gently removes makeup, excess oil, and dirt without stripping your skin. Formulated at a skin-friendly pH of 5.5.
- Protini Cream: A peptide-packed moisturiser that improves skin tone, texture, and firmness. pH level 4.0.
Both products are free from essential oils, silicones, drying alcohols, fragrance, dyes, and sulfates.
Get this for RM395 from Sephora.
Bobbi Brown Intensive Serum UV Fluid SPF 50+ PA++++
This luxuriously milky UV serum packs SPF 50+ PA++++ protection while doubling as skincare. It creates an invisible shield against UV rays, blue light, and pollution with FlexShield Technology, while ginger root extract fights free radicals.
Over time, narcissus bulb extract and argireline peptides work their magic to smooth fine lines and boost firmness. Infused with cordyceps, ginseng, and hyaluronic acid, it brightens dull skin, hydrates deeply, and leaves you with a plump, radiant finish. Reishi mushroom soothes irritation for calm, healthy-looking skin.
Get this for RM275 from Sephora.
Sephora Collection Lift & Firm Recovery Firming Night Cream
This peptide-rich night cream is your go-to for tackling early signs of ageing that start creeping in from 25 onwards. It works its magic overnight, helping to nourish and recharge your skin while you sleep.
By morning, your skin feels softer, more rested, and ready to take on the day. With regular use, it helps restore firmness and improve overall skin texture—giving you that well-rested, bouncy skin vibe every morning.
Get this for RM115 from Sephora.
Innisfree Vitamin C Green Tea Enzyme Brightening Cream
This brightening cream does double duty with vitamin C derivatives to boost radiance and Jeju Green Tea Enzyme to gently soften dead skin cells. It helps even out skin tone, reduces dullness, and gives your complexion a healthy, lit-from-within glow.
The rich yet refreshing texture melts right in, delivering deep moisture and leaving your skin feeling soft, smooth, and hydrated. With consistent use, you’ll notice brighter, clearer skin that looks fresh and well-rested.
Get this for RM125 (50ml) from Sephora.
Fenty Skin Cherry Dub BHA Toner
The juicy, Barbados Cherry-inspired scent is the first thing you’ll notice and it smells as refreshing as it feels on your skin. This lightweight toner is packed with BHAs and a Triple Cherry Complex to deeply purify pores, brighten dull skin, and control surface oil all day.
Perfect for oily and combination skin, it instantly soothes and nourishes without stripping or drying your skin out. Expect a fresh, soft finish every time, leaving your skin feeling clean, balanced, and ready for the next step.
Get this for RM170 (150ml) from Sephora.
New Makeup Launches
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Setting Spray
Huda Kattan recently announced the launch of the Huda Beauty Easy Bake Setting Spray, and it’s already creating a buzz among beauty lovers. Inspired by the iconic Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder, this new setting spray promises the same blurring and smoothing magic—now in a convenient spray bottle.
Formulated with modified rice starch, mineral clay, and five types of hyaluronic acid, it helps control shine, blur imperfections, and lock your makeup in place for up to 16 hours.
Plus, it’s transfer- and sweat-proof for that flawless, airbrushed finish all day.
Get it for RM90 (30ml) or RM175 (100ml) at Sephora. Available starting April 17.
Givenchy Prisme Libre Glow Serum Foundation Writer’s Recommendation!
This foundation has got our heart. We tried it out during the House of Sephora 2025 and loved how it gives a skin-like finish.
My shade is the 5.5W and it blended into my skin seamlessly—I was honestly impressed. – Ridzvaani, Writer
It’s a skin-improving serum foundation that delivers 24-hour blurring glow and 48-hour hydration, so your skin looks good even after you take it off. Powered by Micro hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and yuzu extract, it keeps skin plump and hydrated while colour powders and Prismatic Light™ technology blur imperfections and boost radiance.
Get this for RM291 from Sephora.
Yves Saint Laurent Make Me Blush Bold Blurring Powder Blush
YSL blush has been the hype lately because of its subtle sun-kissed finish that effortlessly builds into a bold, statement look.
The Make Me Blush Bold Blurring Blush delivers an instant rush of colour — whether you’re going for a natural flush or an audacious pop. Infused with squalane, the silky powder feels weightless on the skin while blurring pores and imperfections for a flawless finish.
Thanks to its coated pigments technology, the colour stays fresh and seamless for up to 24 hours without ever feeling heavy.
Get this for RM250 from YSL Beaute boutiques and Sephora.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Impeccable Blurring Second Skin Matte Foundation
We understand the struggle of finding the perfect foundation shade, but with the Impeccable Foundation, you don’t have to worry much because they’ve got a full range of shades to choose from.
It’s medium to full coverage with a hydrating velvet-matte finish that blurs pores, fine lines, and wrinkles effortlessly. Packed with precision blur technology and hyaluronic acid, this foundation keeps your skin looking smooth and flawless for up to 12 hours.
And it’s perfect for creating that second-skin feel without feeling heavy or cakey.
Get this for RM237 from Sephora.
Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Bounce Mascara
If you’re one of the many who still thinks mascara is your go-to for that quick glow-up, the BADgal Bounce Volumizing Mascara might just be your new fave.
It’s designed to give you fuller, fluffier lashes with zero clumps or flakes. Plus, it’s buildable, smudge-proof, and transfer-proof—so you get long-lasting volume without the drama. Whether you’re going for a natural flutter or bold, bouncy lashes, this one’s got you covered all day.
Get this for RM152 from Sephora.
Mac Cosmetics Strobe Beam Liquid Blush
Turn heads with this iridescent liquid blush that’s made to glow. Whether you’re out in the sun or hitting the spotlight. The water-based formula is sheer, buildable, and super easy to blend, so you can swipe it on for a natural flush or layer it up for that extra pop.
Bonus? You can even dab it on your lips for a hint of colour. Packed with a conditioning blend, it feels just as good as it looks.
Get this for RM130 from MAC Cosmetics boutiques and Sephora.
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Stix Shimmer Lipstick
Love bright lips with a glossy shine?
Rihanna’s got you covered with this shimmer-packed lipstick that feels as good as it looks. Infused with vitamin E, shea butter, and squalane, it locks in moisture for up to eight hours while giving your lips that multidimensional shine.
Think of it as a creamy lipstick and luscious gloss rolled into one, finished with a touch of shimmer for that extra pop, perfect for any occasion, day or night.
Get this for RM127 from Sephora.
Natasha Denona Bloom Eyeshadow Palette
Inspired by blooming flowers and sunny spring days, this palette features 15 stunning warm-toned shades in creamy mattes, duo-chromes, foils, metallics, and silky mattes. The hand-painted watercolour packaging adds a personal touch from Natasha herself.
From peachy corals to rich burgundies, the shades blend effortlessly for soft, sparkly doll eyes or bold glam looks. Plus, the highlight—Equinox, a duo-chrome that shifts from peach to turquoise blue for a dazzling finish.
Perfect for creating versatile looks with pro-level colour payoff.
Get this for RM340 from Sephora.
Makeup by Mario Supershine™ Lip Gloss
This super-shiny lip gloss delivers a glass-like finish while keeping your lips hydrated and smooth all day. The non-sticky formula feels light and comfortable, locking in moisture for soft, plump-looking lips.
Infused with hydrating ingredients, it cushions your lips with every swipe. Available in a wide range of flattering shades, it glides on effortlessly with a curved applicator designed to hug your lips perfectly.
Get this for RM145 from Sephora.
Tarte Maracuja Juicy Melt Mask
Click the applicator for a juicy treat because Tarte™’s Maracuja Juicy Melt Mask is truly lips’ ultimate dessert! Infused with an irresistible caramel scent, this balm-mask-gloss tribrid melts into your pout, leaving it hydrated, nourished, and glossy.
Packed with 10+ superfruit complex and caramel kiss oil blend, it smooths and conditions dry, chapped lips.
You can use it as a daytime balm or overnight mask, as it wraps your lips in a pillowy finish, leaving them baby soft with every swipe.
Get this for RM120 from Sephora.
Laura Mercier Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur Jumbo (Limited Edition)
Laura Mercier’s best-selling Translucent Loose Setting Powder Ultra-Blur is so good, they supersized it! Now available in a limited-edition jumbo size, this cult-favourite powder comes with a velour puff and a one-of-a-kind hand-marbled lid—making it a true collectible.
Loved for its ultra-blurring effect, it instantly smooths the look of pores, fine lines, and imperfections while delivering 16-hour hydrating wear with a natural finish. Perfect for those who can’t get enough of that flawless, airbrushed look.
Get this for RM359, now at RM251.30 after a 30% discount, at the time of writing from Sephora. Also available at Laura Mercier boutiques.
Dior Forever Glow Luminizer Highlighter
Never failing to impress, Dior is back with their new Forever Glow highlighter that takes radiance to the next level. Infused with pearlescent micro-pigments in a clear gel base, it melts seamlessly into the skin for that lit-from-within glow.
Available in three stunning finishes:
- Halo for a crystal glow
- Strobe for a duochrome shimmer
- Sequin for sparkling radiance
This highlighter catches light from every angle, giving your skin a luminous, shimmering finish that looks effortlessly natural.
Get this for RM276 from Dior boutiques and Sephora.
New Hair and Body Care Launches
IGK Beach Club Texture Spray
A must-have for that effortless beachy vibe, this salt-free volumising texture spray gives you those cool, tousled waves without drying out your hair. It adds long-lasting volume and that perfectly undone texture — minus the crunch, stickiness, or heaviness.
Ideal for days when you want that messy-but-sexy hair with zero effort.
Get this for RM175 from Sephora.
Kérastase Chronologiste Parfum Hair Oil Refillable
A few drops is all it takes to give your hair that luxurious boost. Infused with Myrrh extract, this fragrance-in-hair oil not only nourishes and revitalises but also leaves your locks smelling divine with notes of tea rose, light woods, and musk.
Perfect for adding moisture, shine, and a delicate scent, it makes your hair feel thicker, softer, and oh-so pampered with every drop. You can now get their refillable bottle (RM285) for a more sustainable hair care routine too!
Get this for RM385 from Sephora.
Christophe Robin Purifying Shampoo With Thermal Mud
A detox shampoo works by deeply cleansing your hair and scalp to get rid of build-up and impurities caused by pollution.
This one is packed with mineral-rich thermal mud to balance and purify the scalp while helping to ease that greasy, oily roots feeling. It also contains a deep sea mineral complex that strengthens your scalp’s barrier for better protection against daily pollutants.
Plus, Baltic Sea red algae smoothens your hair cuticles and keeps your locks fresher for longer—meaning fewer wash days!
Get this for RM175 (250ml) from Sephora.
Fenty Skin Butta Drop Hydrating Body Milk Refill
With this refill, you can top up your existing bottle up to 2.5 times, no need to repurchase the whole thing! This lightweight, silky moisturiser melts right into your skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and replenished in seconds.
Packed with a nourishing blend of Kalahari melon, baobab, and coconut oils, it hydrates, boosts elasticity, and strengthens your skin’s moisture barrier. Plus, it leaves behind a light, fresh scent of bergamot, jasmine, and white orchid—perfect for everyday use.
Get this for RM285 (500ml) from Sephora.
Sephora Collection Lift & Firm Firming & Hydrating Foam in Oil
This lightweight body oil foam from Sephora Collection’s Lift & Firm range is designed to moisturise, firm, and reduce the appearance of stretch marks. Infused with peptides and hyaluronic acid, it transforms from a fluffy foam into a smooth, non-sticky oil that absorbs easily into the skin.
Perfect for morning or evening use, it helps improve your skin’s texture and appearance over time — leaving it feeling soft, hydrated, and visibly firmer with every application.
Get this for RM100 (150ml) from Sephora.
Strip Two Lips Rinse
This gentle pH-balancing body cleanser helps remove impurities while protecting your skin’s natural oils. Infused with plant-based prebiotics, it supports a healthy skin microbiome and strengthens your skin barrier to prevent dryness and irritation.
Enriched with naturally derived Frankincense and Olibanum, it soothes your senses, while Lactic Acid gently exfoliates for smoother, plumper skin. Designed for use on the vulva, face, and body, it’s suitable for all skin types and helps maintain skin health without causing sensitivity.
Get this for RM120 (200ml) from Strip.
Strip Two Lips Scrubbs
Elevate your daily shower routine with this superfood-infused gel exfoliator, packed with biodegradable konjac jelly beads and finely milled Non-GMO Olive Stone Powder that gently buffs away dead skin cells without irritation.
Formulated with Saccharide Isomerate, it delivers an intense boost of hydration, leaving your skin feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed while helping to lock in moisture.
Get this for RM160 (200ml) from Strip.
New Fragrance Launches
Jo Malone London Frangipani Flower Cologne
Inspired by the beauty of Bali’s beaches, this solar floral scent captures the exotic allure of frangipani blooms basking under the sun. It opens with a fresh hint of lemon, leading into the heart of luminous frangipani and ylang ylang that radiates a warm, tropical vibe.
Jasmine petals add a soft, delicate touch, while creamy sandalwood lingers at the base, wrapping the scent in a warm, comforting finish. It’s the kind of fragrance that instantly transports you to a dreamy beach escape.
Get this for RM130 (10ml) or RM370 (30ml) from Sephora.
Rabanne Fame The Couture Edition Eau De Parfum
Fame EDP by Rabanne is the ultimate fashion-forward scent, made for those who love the spotlight. It opens with a juicy burst of succulent mango, instantly giving off a playful, fruity vibe.
As it settles, delicate jasmine takes over, adding a soft floral touch that feels effortlessly chic, just like a true Parisian it-girl. Finally, creamy incense and vanilla balm wrap the scent in a warm, sensual finish, leaving you feeling bold, confident, and born to shine wherever you go.
Get this for RM775 (80ml) from Sephora.
Givenchy Gentleman Society Eau De Parfum Ambrée
Givenchy’s Gentleman Society Eau de Parfum Ambrée is a bold, sophisticated scent made for men who live confidently in the spotlight. Opening with narcissus flower and a rich vetiver quartet, it reveals warm layers of leather, tobacco, and precious resins.
The highlight? A sensual blend of tasuki vanilla from Madagascar and balm essence, adding depth and seduction. Wrapped in gold, this floral woody fragrance leaves a captivating trail—an irresistible symbol of success, sensuality, and timeless elegance for the modern gentleman.
Get this for RM512 (60ml) or RM672 (100ml) from Sephora.
Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Rosa Verde
Rosa Verde by Guerlain is a refreshing, watery floral scent that captures the feeling of plunging into cool, sparkling water on a warm summer day. At its heart, the radiant rose unfolds beautifully, balanced by a crisp and almost thirst-quenching cucumber note that adds a botanical freshness.
Hints of mint uplift the composition, while a soft pear note and white musk accord lend a gentle, soothing finish. Light, invigorating, and effortlessly elegant, this fragrance leaves behind a clean, airy trail that feels like a cool breeze against sun-kissed skin.
Get this for RM560 (75ml), RM773 (125ml), or RM927 (refill, 200ml) from The Exchange TRX Ultimate Boutique, Pavilion Pop-Up, Isetan (The Gardens) & Parkson (One Utama, Pavilion).
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KAYALI’s Fleur Majesty Rose Royale is a luxurious blend of purple musk, powdery violet wood, and sweet fruity notes like peach and pear, wrapped in enchanting rose and pink peony.
Housed in a stunning gradient bottle of pink to royal purple, crowned with a pink gem cap, it’s inspired by traditional Middle Eastern oud bottles. This warm floral masterpiece is perfect solo or layered, offering a romantic scent experience as captivating as its collector-worthy bottle.
Get this for RM184 (10ml), RM576 (50ml), or RM795 (100ml) from escentials.
