We can’t believe that we’re more than halfway into 2022. It’s almost as if time just flew by while we were busy crafting articles about the hottest in beauty.

If you’ve been working hard these past few months like we have, now could be the best time to indulge a little because you totally deserve it.

There are many new beauty products you can look forward to this July including drops from Fenty Beauty, Supergoop, and this especially exciting Minion x LipIce collection.

Skincare

Bioré UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF50+ PA++++

July Shopping Guide Skincare Bioré UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence SPF50+ PA++++

Japanese sunscreens are both highly affordable and effective, which is why they have such good reputation in the beauty industry.

J-beauty brand Bioré has just released their latest sunscreen product, which can not only protect your skin from the sun’s rays, but also form a barrier against environmental stressors.

It is a moisturising and lightweight essence type sunscreen that is formulated with moisturising ingredients like hyaluronic acid and royal jelly extract.

The Bioré UV Barrier Me Cushion Gentle Essence retails for RM42.90 on Watsons and Lazada.

Decorté Hydra Clarity Collection

July Shopping Guide Skincare Decorté Hydra Clarity Collection

Luxury Japanese cosmetics brand Decorté has introduced Hydra Clarity, a new skincare line formulated with Bihada-to, a proprietary complex that promotes skin vitality through sugar energy.

You’ll be able to achieve freshly moisturised, even-textured skin that almost makes the skin appear translucent due to the replenished barrier.

The entire collection consists of:

  • Hydra Clarity Treatment Essence Water (RM210)
  • Hydra Clarity Conditioning Treatment Softener (RM210)
  • Hydra Clarity Restorative Concentrate Cream (RM279)
  • Hydra Clarity Micro Essence Cleansing Emulsion (RM150)
  • Hydra Clarity Tone Up Gel Cleanser (RM136)
  • Hydra Clarity Treatment Essence Illuminating Masks (RM230)

The Decorté Hydra Clarity Collection is available on their official store.

Fenty Skin Cherry Treat Conditioning + Strengthening Lip Oil

July Shopping Guide Skincare Fenty Skin Cherry Treat Conditioning + Strengthening Lip Oil

It seems that lip oils are back in trend and we’re glad for it. This is a clear, non-sticky formula that glides effortlessly on the lips and has a fruity, cherry-inspired scent for the ultimate treat.

You can look forward to nourished and soft lips thanks to its ingredients of sweet cherry seed oil, Barbados cherry and wild cherry extracts, and jojoba seed and rosehip fruit oils.

The Fenty Skin Cherry Treat Conditioning + Strengthening Lip Oil retails for RM110 on Sephora.

Fenty Skin Cookies N Clean Whipped Clay Detox Face Mask

July Shopping Guide Skincare Fenty Skin Cookies N Clean Whipped Clay Detox Face Mask

If you’ve ever wanted a face mask to remind you of a delicious dessert, you can get it now as this Fenty Skin face mask looks just like cookies and cream.

This clean, vegan, and gluten-free face mask can visibly tighten pores, reduce excess oil and shine, and refine your skin texture without stripping or drying out your skin.

Fenty Skin Cookies N Clean Whipped Clay Detox Face Mask retails for RM147 on Sephora.

Filorga NCEF-Night Mask

July Shopping Guide Skincare Filorga NCEF-Night Mask

Do you have troubled skin that isn’t recovering during the night? You can consider Filorga’s NCEF- Night Mask which optimises the restorative effect of a good night sleep.

The formula contains NCEF (New Cellular Encapsulated Factor), a polyrevitalising complex of hyaluronic acid with 50 other ingredients, equivalent in those used in meso-injections to boost cell activity and restore the quality of younger skin.

It is also enriched with melatonin CX, which has a powerful reviving effect on the skin and triggers the skin’s night-time recovery processes for protection and repair.

What’s great is that Filorga is offering exclusive deals on Lazada on 7 July 2022, so you might be able to snag a good deal then.

The Filorga NCEF-Night Mask retails for RM367 on Lazada.

Laneige Radian-C Extensions

July Shopping Guide Skincare Laneige Radian-C Extensions

Fans of vitamin C can celebrate as Laneige has released more products to complement its Radian-C Cream (RM143), which is a powerful brightener that lightens ultra-fine dark spots within three days.

There is the all-new Radian-C Advanced Effector (RM190) made to be the first step in your skincare routine and is formulated with a power trio of 3X vitamin mix, super berry extract, and taurine.

We’re also excited for the Radian-C Sun Cream (RM128) as it is a triple light care sunscreen ampoule that protects skin with SPF 50+ PA++++ while maintaining blemish care.

July Shopping Guide Skincare Laneige Radian-C Summer Bath Set

Laneige has also partnered with Malaysian handmade bath product maker Wunderbath to create a limited-edition Radian-C Summer Bath Set.

You can enjoy a bath bomb and soaps that are moulded into vitamin-C packed citrus fruits that are not only eye-catching but are also vegan and cruelty-free.

The Laneige Radian-C Extensions are available on Laneige stores, Shopee, Lazada, and Zalora.

Meeth Ceraderma Essence

July Shopping Guide Skincare Meeth Ceraderma Essence

Launched last year but new to the Malaysian market, the Ceraderma Essence is an ultra-soothing serum for sensitive skin made with a blend of five new human ceramide types.

These ceramides fight dryness and everyday stressors as well as soothe irritation and maximise the moisture barrier of fragile skin.

What is great is that this product is also under meeth’s refill scheme where customers can opt for a refill pack instead of buying an entirely new bottle.

The meeth Ceraderma Essence retails for RM457 on their official website.

Mentholatum LipIce Minions Collection

It’s no secret that us Malaysians love our Minions, and we’re no different as we can’t resist how cute these Minions lip balms look.

The Mentholatum LipIce now comes in a limited-edition Minions collection packaging which features our favourite characters like Stuart, Bob, Kevin, and Dave.

July Shopping Guide Skincare Mentholatum LipIce Minions Collection Banana

Cute packaging aside, the LipIce formula has also received an upgrade to keep our lips looking healthy, hydrated, and soft.

The Mentholatum LipIce Minions Fruity Lip Balm is a non-colour lip balm that comes in three fruity flavours, namely strawberry, lemon, and the Minions’ favourite banana.

July Shopping Guide Skincare Mentholatum LipIce Minions Collection Raspberry Red

You can also get the Mentholatum LipIce Minions Tinted Lip Balm which is a colour-lip balm that gives you a soft tint of colour with a refreshing flavour.

The tinted lip balm range is available in two variants: raspberry red and wild berry pink. It also has added SPF 15 to protect your lips from harmful UV rays.

The Mentholatum LipIce Minions Collection retails for RM14.90 on Shopee.

Nutox Renewing Treatment Essence and Ampoule

July Shopping Guide Skincare Nutox Renewing Treatment Essence and Ampoule

Nutox has added two new products in their Renewing Treatment Range which aims to increase moisture and luminosity for instant, long-lasting glow and confidence.

The Renewing Treatment Moisturising Essence and Ampoule has active ingredients like bird’s nest collagen, AHA, betaine, and niacinamide.

You can expect improved skin texture, stimulated skin renewal, and fast and instant hydration that lasts up to 72 hours.

The Nutox Renewing Treatment Essence retails for RM79.90 and the Nutox Renewing Treatment Ampoule retails for RM88.90 on Shopee and Lazada.

Supergoop! Every.Single.Face. SPR-Shield Watery Lotion SPF50

July Shopping Guide Skincare Supergoop! Every.Single.Face. SPR-Shield Watery Lotion SPF50

We’re fans of Supergoop’s products, so we’re excited to hear about this release. This could likely be the perfect sunscreen for all skin types, tones, and routines.

It is a simple, easy-to-wear SPF that is packed with powerful protection and leaves no white cast. Instead, it delivers a refreshing, cooling feel with a natural, non-greasy finish that any skin type will love.

The protection is so high that you can use this watery lotion as your sole sunscreen. You could also layer this before your SPF primer, like the Supergoop!’s Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40.

The Supergoop! Every.Single.Face. SPR-Shield Watery Lotion SPF50 retails for RM160 on Sephora.

Swissline Cell Shock White Brightening Diamond Essence

July Shopping Guide Skincare Swissline Cell Shock White Brightening Diamond Essence

Switzerland-based brand Swissline has brought us a new addition to their Cell Shock White collection in the form of a special essence.

This product marries luxury and science with diamonds to achieve beautiful and clear skin. It gently exfoliates, reduces pigmentation, and brightens the complexion.

Real diamond clusters float in an ocean of skin-loving ingredients including 2% lactobionic acid and 5% niacinamide to support the skin’s own immune system.

The Swissline Cell Shock White Brightening Diamond Essence retails for RM638 on Lazada and Shopee.

Makeup

Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain

July Shopping Guide Makeup Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain

You don’t need a lot of effort to maintain beautifully coloured and hydrated lips with Fenty Beauty’s first ever lip stains.

This product just hits different as it can give you juicy, all-day hydration, and an effortless, lightweight, and low-maintenance look.

There are four vibrant shades to choose from, each of them delivering customisable, sheer-to-medium coverage. What’s great is that this is feather-resistant and bleed-resistant too.

The Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain retails for RM114 on Sephora.

Hourglass Voyuer Waterproof Gel Eyeliner and Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm

July Shopping Guide Makeup Hourglass Voyuer Waterproof Gel Eyeliner and Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm

The new eyeliner and lip balm by Hourglass are designed to be undetectably transformative and effortless to apply with maximum colour pay-off.

We love how the eyeliner is smudge-proof, budge-proof, and waterproof. It delivers high-impact, 12-hour wear that needs no touch-ups at all.

July Shopping Guide Makeup Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm

But you might be more interested in their 3-in-1 hybrid lip balm that not only plumps the lips but also delivers high-shine finish like a lip gloss.

Both products are vegan and cruelty-free, and one percent of annual profits will also be donated to the Nonhuman Rights Project, which is a US-based organisation dedicated solely to securing rights for nonhuman animals.

The Hourglass Voyuer Waterproof Gel Eyeliner retails for RM130 on Sephora, and the Hourglass Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm retails for RM170 on Sephora.

Nudestix Nudegold Glam Palette

July Shopping Guide Makeup Nudestix Nudegold Glam Palette

Celebrate summer with nude gold, glitz, and glam with this six-piece palette release that is complete with summer classics and new products for the eyes and lips.

You’ll be able to enjoy these products:

  • Magnetic Luminous Eye Colour in shades Dew Wop, Angel, Copper Foil, and Rustic Grotto
  • Magnetic Matte Lip Colour in shade Boho
  • Nude Lip Glace in shade La Badi

Everything is housed in a limited-edition tin designed by artist Jessica Gorlicky, which really reminds us of a fun summer festival.

The Nudestix Nudegold Glam Palette retails for RM276 on Sephora.

Sisley Ombre Eclat Liquide

July Shopping Guide Makeup Sisley Ombre Eclat Liquide

If you like liquid eyeshadows, you’re in luck as Sisley has released a collection of six eyeshadows in fun and vibrant colours.

These lightweight and ultra-comfortable formulas are easy to apply and blend, whether you prefer using a finger or a brush.

There are six shades to choose from, in satiny and sparkling finishes that can be worn alone or blended together.

The Sisley Ombre Eclat Liquide retails for RM190 at Sisley counters nationwide.

Body & Fragrance

Drunk Elephant Wonderwild Miracle Butter

July Shopping Guide Body Drunk Elephant Wonderwild Miracle Butter

We’re often working in dry, air-conditioned environments so sometimes our parched skin needs a little more tender love and care than usual.

This is where Drunk Elephant’s latest product comes into play, as it is a rich, smooth, and creamy butter that will replenish and nourish the skin quickly.

This salve will protect the skin from environmental stressors thanks to its restorative plant butters like marula, cupuacu, mango, and shea.

The Drunk Elephant Wonderwild Miracle Butter retails for RM160 on Sephora.

Gucci Tears from the Moon and Love at Your Darkest EDPs

July Shopping Guide Fragrance Gucci Tears from the Moon and Love at Your Darkest EDPs

Gucci’s The Alchemist Garden Collection, which is inspired by the art of alchemy influencing the old art of fragrance, is joined by two new genderless fragrances.

Tears from the Moon echoes the free and joyful spirit of a dragonfly. The top notes are airy, floral white peony with middle notes of Lily of the Valley and base notes of Madagascar jasmine.

Love at Your Darkest is a deep woody and spicy scent with an enveloping combination of black pepper, incense, and cedarwood.

The Gucci Tears from the Moon EDP and Love at Your Darkest EDP retails for RM1,587 at Gucci Beauty KLCC Store and Guicci Beauty Boutique at Mid Valley Megamall.

Hair

Mise En Scène Hello Cream x Blackpink

July Shopping Guide Hair Mise En Scène Hello Cream x Blackpink

We’ve been anticipating these hair dye with the inspiring ladies from Blackpink on them, because we’re such huge fans of their songs.

These Hello Creams are crafted to complement your skin tone and create a brightening effect to your face with its personalised colour range ranging from cool and warm brown to coral and black.

You won’t have to worry about dry hair too, as this hair dye is formulated with an amino acid complex, royal jelly, jeju propolis, olive oil, apricot kernel oil, and argan oil.

The Mise En Scène Hello Cream x Blackpink retails for RM53 on Watsons, Lazada, Shopee, and their official store.

Rejoice Jeju Rose Edition Shampoo

July Shopping Guide Hair Rejoice Jeju Rose Edition Shampoo

Even though borders around the world are gradually opening, not all of us may have the chance to embark on a trip.

But now we can escape the worries of reality momentarily with this limited-edition shampoo which will have you smelling of Jeju roses all day long.

Formulated to keep hair smooth and tangle-free, this shampoo also provides softness for up to 48 hours while nourishing hair to the deepest layers.

The Rejoice Jeju Rose Edition Shampoo retails for RM13.90 at Watsons and Guardian.