The beauty edit: Seven launches that deserve a place on your vanity

Sun Protection 

The Ordinary joins the daily SPF bandwagon with the launch of its UV Filters SPF 40 Serum in India. Lightweight, layerable, and white castfree, the broad-spectrum sunscreen is designed to fit effortlessly into everyday routines while helping protect skin from UV damage and premature signs of ageing. UV Filters SPF 40 Serum, The Ordinary, `1,500 for 60ml

Radiance Reset 

Dull skin, meet your nemesis. Augustinus Bader has launched The Vitamin C Serum, a new brightening treatment designed to target dullness and uneven tone. Combining stabilised Vitamin C with the brand’s proprietary TFC8® technology, the lightweight formula promises visible radiance. It remains suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. The Vitamin C Serum, Augustinus Bader, `33,700 for 30ml

 

The Suede Effect 

Making a case for less shine and more nuance, suede skin is emerging as the season’s answer to highgloss complexions. Taking its cue from the supple texture of suede, the finish is soft, and subtly brushed, diffusing light rather than sharply reflecting it. The result sits between matte and luminous, subtly blurring the skin while still letting natural texture shine through. Achieve it by layering hydration beneath a sheer complexion product and using powder sparingly to soften shine without dulling the skin.

 

Locked In 

Reimagining one of its most iconic lipsticks, Guerlain’s new Kisskiss lipstick has arrived in India. The brand’s first kissproof, honey-infused formula offers up to 24-hour wear with a lightweight texture and minimal transfer. Available in 20 ultrapigmented shades spanning nudes, reds, pinks, plums and oranges, it combines long-lasting colour with a comfortable, barely there feel. Kisskiss Honey-Infused Intense Lipstick, Guerlain, `5,100

 

Sweet Escape 

Givenchy Beauty has introduced Irresistible Eau de Parfum Nectar, the latest addition to its bestselling fragrance line. Blending gourmand richness with a luminous floral character, the scent opens with juicy, addictive notes before unfolding into a radiant floral heart. As it settles, warm and indulgent accords create a sensual trail that lingers on the skin. The result is a fragrance that is both playful and sophisticated, capturing the spirit of modern femininity. Irresistible Nectar Eau de Parfum, Givenchy Beauty, `15,000 for 80ml

 

New Arrival 

UK-based skincare brand Plenaire debuts in India with a range of science-led formulations particularly developed keeping in mind the indigenous skin type and climate conditions. Designed in the UK and made in India, the vegan, cruelty-free brand offers everyday skincare essentials spanning cleansing, hydration, and targeted treatments. The brand aims to solve complicated, multistep routines through multitasking formulations. The range starts from `949 onwards

 

Arch Appeal

For anyone still chasing the perfect brow, Anastasia Beverly Hills has a new tool to add to the kit. The brand’s latest launch, the Micro-Stroke Brow Pen, is designed to create realistic, hair-like strokes with a micro-fine brush tip and buildable pigment. Complete with a built-in spoolie for blending and styling, the water-resistant formula delivers natural-looking definition and fullness that lasts for up to 24 hours. The result? Brows that look more like your own, only better. Micro-Stroke Brow Pen, Anastasia Beverly Hills, `3,500

 

This article originally appeared in Harper's Bazaar India's June-July 2026 print issue.

 

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