What’s the best way to maintain balance while sheltering at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19? Self-care. And the good news? Recently, the beauty market’s been flooded products to help you look great and just as important: feel great as well.
With that in mind, ahead are 14 newly-launched items that’ll make anyone’s skincare routine feel more indulgent, pampering, and luxurious. And because all the items in this guide are perfectly portable and TSA compliant, they’ll be ready to hit the road with you when it’s safe and appropriate once again.
Sonya Dakar Jade Energy Energizing Eye Balm, $65
To remedy puffiness, dark circles, and dryness around the eyes – where skin is thinnest and susceptible to first showing signs of stress – gently tap on this ultra-rich balm formulated with green coffee and hemp seed oils. The potent natural ingredients are packed with antioxidants and essentially fatty acids, and the positively pretty green color makes it a pleasure to use.
Ava Isa Sun-è-Serum Drops SPF 35, $45
With Ava Isa’s latest launch, we finally have a sunscreen that truly checks off all the boxes. Because it’s formulated with Zinc Oxide, it won’t irritate even the most sensitive skin. The innovative serum-like texture leaves no telltale white cast, and flatters all skin tones. Even better? A few drops is all you need to protect your entire face. (Don’t forget your neck and the back of hands.)
Clark’s Botanicals Jasmine Vital Cream, $70
After surviving a debilitating accident at the age of 24 – which paralyzed him from the neck down – the unflappable Francesco Clark forged ahead to launch a botanically-driven beauty brand adored by some of the world’s most recognizable faces, from Michelle Obama to Madonna, in 2009. And to give loyal fans even more to love, a couple months ago Clark unveiled a new look, eco-friendly packaging, and this silky moisturizer featuring a proprietary Jasmine-Catalyst Complex suitable for all skin types.
Arêmês Fermentis Super Bioactive Face Serum, $115
Know how fermented products (like kimchi and sauerkraut) are beneficial for our insides? Turns out: they’re just as healing when topically applied as well. And in this golden serum, it’s a powerhouse quartet of fermented shiitake, reishi, snow, and chaga mushrooms that work together to help naturally correct a range of skincare issues, including inflammation, dark spots, and lack of elasticity.
Moon Juice SuperBeauty, $60
We all know how stress impacts our minds, but it also can have a negative impact on our skin – rendering it dull, uneven, and lax. To help address it at a cellular level, take two of these capsules every morning. Packed with antioxidant and adaptogen-rich ingredients such as glutathione, Astaxanthin, and Schisandra, these supplements help slow down our body’s response to stress while promoting vital skin functions like collagen production.
Maapilim Hand Sanitizer, $10
This might share the consistency of your standard drugstore hand sanitizer, but that’s where the similarities end. The heady notes of jasmine, bergamot, and cedar chicly disguise the alcohol base, and the end result is fresh, clean, and non-sticky. And since it’s so concentrated, a dime-sized dollop is more than enough to tidy up both hands. Keep this tube handy when you step out to run errands or get some fresh air.
Lord Jones Acid Mantle Repair CBD Moisturizer, $75
There’s no shortage of CBD brands out there, but Lord Jones stand out from the rest. With colorful boxes emblazoned with the brand’s gold logo, the packaging immediately engages. But beyond good looks, the entire lineup – from the best-selling gum drops to the Royal Oil – quickly delivers deep, full-body relaxation. And its first foray into skincare assures similiar results, but to faces that need relief from harsh cleansers, sun damage, and aggressive treatments.
Malin+Goetz Resurfacing Face Serum, $70
The New York-based apothecary brand has championed uncomplicated, but effective skincare solutions since 2004, and the newest addition is no exception. A results-driven blend of vitamin C and AHAs tackle even the most lackluster complexions, by gently exfoliating and promoting cellular renewal to reveal smoother, softer skin in as little as two weeks.
Wildling Empress Wand, $65
Gua Sha dates back to China’s Ming Dynasty, but using a stone tool to scrape (or sculpt) your face feels more timely than ever now. It reportedly helps with everything from boosting circulation to increasing product absorption, but above else: feels really good. While most of the Gua Sha tools out there do the trick, Wildling’s version sets itself apart from the rest with its original shape – it even sports a pointed corner for acupressure – and use of mineral-rich Bian stone.
Glaze Universal Lip Gloss, $27
The latest launch by CODE8, a clean makeup brand from London, marries everything you love about glosses and balms in one convenient product. The plumping peptides instantly create the effect of a fuller pout, and the neutral, rosy-peach shade effortlessly complements all skin tones, from pale to deep. And because application is virtually goof proof, a mirror isn’t even necessary.
LASHFOOD Lash + Brow Rx Kit, $69
Lash extensions are popular for obvious reasons. The downside? How they can leave your natural lashes weak, thin, even damaged. So give them a well-deserved break and help them heal with this handy kit. During the day, use the Conditioning Collagen Lash Primer, and at night, apply the Phyto-Medic Eyelash Enhancer along the lash line and Phyto-Medic Eyebrow Enhancer to your brows. In as little as four weeks, your hard-working lashes (and brows) will be look good as new.
Lanolips Baby Rose Gold + Rose Gold 101 Ointment, $17
To give tired-looking skin a quick and healthy flush, pat a small dab of this concentrated, rosy balm on the apples of your cheeks and pout. In addition to natural pigments, it stars lanolin, which is humanely sourced from Australian sheep farmers. Its molecular structure mirrors our own skin’s natural lipids, so it’s brilliant on most skin types, from hyper sensitive to super dry.
Surface Deep Anti-Odorant Pads, $26
When dermatologist Dr. Alicia Zalka forgot to pack her deodorant on a vacation, she improvised with a product containing glycolic acid. To her surprise: the popular skincare ingredient also worked wonders on keeping her underarms fresh and odor-free all day long. So to ensure fuss-free application, Zalka created these single-use, biodegradable pads. Simply swipe and go.
Herbivore Emerald 50mg CBD Cleansing Soap Bar, $14
Ditch the plastic, do something good for the planet, and reach for this innovative bar – which replaces your face wash, body cleanser, and hand soap. It’s infused with 50mg of organic, full-spectrum CBD, hemp seed oil, and kaolin clay, so no matter how often you use it – your skin will aways be left in better shape than when you started.
