The Best Products Our Beauty Editors Tried in July 2024
We're can't believe that it's already August and yet another month of summer is behind us, but at least July didn't go to waste.
Among other things, we spent it getting introduced to all kinds of wonderful new beauty goodies, from makeup and skincare to SPFs, hair products and more, helping us look radiant while keeping us comfy and hydrated. Our favorite beauty brands sent us products in every category imaginable so we could bring you our favorites. Keep scrolling to discover our picks below.
Renpure Collagen and Vitamin C Toning Body Wash: $5.87
The next time you lather up, check out this Collagen and Vitamin C Toning Body Wash from Renpure. The formula is infused with vitamin C and collagen to help support hydrated skin while toning skin for a smoother look. On the ingredient list, you'll also find sunflower seed oil and kiwi, but you won't find sulfates, dyes or parabens—a win for sensitive skin.
(via Renpure)
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Nobiesse Methylene Blue Bath & Body Bar Soap: $18
Methylene blue is a unique dye with medicinal properties, working as an antioxidant, antiviral and oxygen booster, and it's the star of this Bath & Body Bar Soap from Nobiesse. The bar combines methylene blue with olive, coconut and palm oils, plus Brazilian coffee grounds, for an exfoliating yet gentle bar that doubles as a shampoo bar, healing inflammation and skin irritation with its fragrance-free formula.
(via Nobiesse)
Kiehl's Calendula Herbal-Extract Alcohol-Free Toner: $56.25
Toners are meant to hydrate skin as they remove dead cells from its surface, but if the one you've been using leaves your skin feeling dry, stripped and tight, it's time for an update. We adore Kiehl's Calendula Herbal-Extract Alcohol-Free Toner, which uses natural calendula petals—not alcohol—to help get rid of redness as well as oiliness, creating soft and visibly improved texture in just a few days
(via Kiehl's)
Kiehl's Powerful-Strength Vitamin C Serum: $75
When it comes to serums, Kiehl's has you covered for just about every need under the sun. This summer, we've been hooked on their Powerful-Strength Vitamin C Serum. It combines vitamin C with hyaluronic acid to brighten and smooth skin while reducing fine lines, making it more radiant and plumped with regular use.
(via Kiehl's)
Mizz Korea Million Dollar Genes Cream: $58
If you're a K-beauty lover, Mizz Korea needs to be on your radar, and once you try their Million Dollar Genes Cream, you'll see what all of the fuss is about. This dreamy, luxe moisturizer has a rich formula that improves the elasticity of skin and leaves it looking healthy and radiant thanks to protein-packed ingredients plus shea butter, sunflower seed oil and jojoba.
(via Mizz Korea)
ColourPop Key Lime Lip Scrub: $8
Our weekly lip exfoliation is one of our favorite parts of our routine, and it just got way better thanks to ColourPop's Key Lime Lip Scrub. This easy-to-use stick sloughs away dead skin on the lips using real sugar crystals while moisturizing them with a combination of shea butter and vitamin E, leaving them plump and soft. It's hard-working yet gentle, and we can't think of anything better than its irresistibly vibrant key lime flavor.
(via ColourPop)
Ruby Kisses Lip Oil Booster: $3.99
Ruby Kisses' Lip Oil Boosters provide an effortless shine while with a gentle pink tint. They'll give you just the dewy look you're going for while the formula of hyaluronic acid and peptide hydrates nourishes your lips.
(via Ivy Beauty)
Kulfi Lassi Lips Staining Lip Oil: $24
Inspired by the popular Indian smoothie-like beverage, lassi, the new Lassi Lips Staining Lip Oil lineup from Kulfi brings a pop of color to your pucker. There are six shades, from bold deep red to pink and even more neutral options, with coconut oil and vitamin E helping to deliver moisture that lasts all day.
(via Kulfi Beauty)
KIKO Milano Unlimited Double Touch: $17
Lipstick or gloss? Why not both? These Unlimited Double Touch sticks from KIKO Milano are the ideal two-in-one, especially for on the go touch-ups. The applicators are even designed for each side specifically, to ensure color coverage on one and the correct amount of product on the other. KIKO Milano also recently partnered with actress Emma Roberts for the collection.
(via KIKO Milano)
Kiss New York Professionals Pearl Blush Wand: $5.99
Kiss New York Professionals' Pearl Blush Wand has a sponge tip that allows for seamless application, blending on your cheeks effortlessly. It's inexpensive and just the thing for maintaining a gorgeous glow, even on the go, with stunning pearlescent shimmer in five tempting shades.
(via Kiss New York Professionals)
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Kiss New York Professionals Pearl Highlight Wand: $5.99
To complete the look, Kiss New York Professionals also offers a Pearl Highlight Wand that'll gives you the perfect amount of shimmer, illuminating your makeup and giving you an effortlessly glowy look. It's also available in two shimmery hues.
(via Kiss New York Professionals)
Marc Anthony True Professional Grow Long Scalp & Hair Serum: $9.99
Marc Anthony is tackling hair care where it starts—at the scalp. This True Professional Grow Long Scalp & Hair Serum is formulated with rosemary oil and biotin to help support strength, reduce breakage and bring a smooth look to your locks.
(via CVS)
Aunt Jackie's Braid + Twist Collection: $8.99 each
Frizzy braids and twists can be such a pain, and maintenance can be even worse, but Aunt Jackie's has products to help with wash day and every day in between. Their products are infused with biotin and honey to help strengthen while delivering a sweet, crisp and lasting smell. The Braid + Twist Gel is ideal for edges and combating flyaways, while the Braid Setting Foam was perfect for bringing body and bounce to our curls. Just wet, apply a few pumps and blow dry for a few minutes for that fresh-out-of-the-salon look touch-up.
(via Aunt Jackie's)
Vacation by Vacation: $60
With Vacation's signature scent, you can feel like you've been whisked away to a tropical resort, even with you're stuck at home. It features notes of coconut, pineapple and banana, making this "World-Famous" perfume smells like the perfect summer day. It's so fresh and invigorating, making it perfect for year-round wear, anytime and anywhere.
(via Vacation)
Also read about: 6 Perfumes Inspired by Locations Around the World
Vacation Shimmer Oil SPF 30: $38
Want to protect your skin while looking like a summer goddess? Vacation's Shimmer Oil SPF 30 leaves you with a golden glow while the sun proof factor shields skin from the sun's rays. Its coconut and jojoba oil also work to deeply hydrates the skin, leaving your skin silky smooth.
(via Vacation)
The Crème Shop Hello Kitty 50 Intensive Overnight Moisture Gelee Mask: $18
Don't pass up on the opportunity to let your skincare work its magic while you sleep! Currently, we're loving this Intensive Overnight Moisture Gelee Mask from the Hello Kitty 50th anniversary collection at The Crème Shop. This thick mask is packed with rose hip oil to depuff and soothe your skin as you rest, leaving it look youthful, bright and glassy in the morning. The Hello Kitty 50th collection also features sheet mask, blemish patches, lip balms, lip patches, eye patches and an adorable sleep mask, which can all be checked out HERE.
(via The Crème Shop)
If you missed last month's roundup, click HERE to discover all of our favorite beauty products our editors tried in June 2024.