10 New Beauty Products That We’re Absolutely Obsessed With: Get Your Hands On These Today!

There are two kinds of people in this world: those that stick to a steady skincare routine with tried and tested products that have worked for them for a long time and those that like switching things up every now and then. Regardless of the category you fall under, there’s no denying the excitement of having purchased a brand-new beauty product, if not for the sheer upliftment that indulging in something new provides, then for the promise of everything that it claims to do for your skin or hair. 2021 has seen the launch of some luxurious and exciting new cosmetics and skincare products that you’ll want to get your hands on right away. And as always, we’re saving you the research and time to give you a list of the latest makeup products as well as the best beauty products out there that you could refresh your beauty stash with.

1. Paul Penders My SkinFitness Complexion Booster

Price: Rs 2,500

Using red marine seaweed, the miraculous mujonso bitter herb, and a secret extract made from 22 organic herbs enriched with fruit enzymes, antioxidants, and vitamins A, C and E - this limited edition product promises to give you soft and radiant skin in just a few weeks. Launched in association with Deanne Panday, give this “fountain of youth” a go if you’d like to tackle the signs of skin ageing, including dryness, uneven colour and texture, unsightly age spots, and wrinkles. Besides, it’s all vegan and cruelty-free!

Paul Penders My SkinFitness Complexion Booster

2. Clinique Even Better All-Over Concealer + Eraser

Price: 1,200

2020 saw us struggling to keep lipstick marks off our protective face masks so colorbar gifted us with a transfer-proof formula in 2021 that lasts forever! It glides on easily, doesn’t dry out the lips, and manages to provide a rich colour much like a liquid lipstick. In fact, a single swipe is all you need for lush lips that pop. With a range of lovely shades and convenient packaging, this one ticks all the boxes when it comes to making up in the times of a pandemic.

Colorbar Kissproof Lipstick

5. Clinique ID with Hydrating Clearing Jelly and an Active Cartridge

Price: Rs. 3,800

Hydration is the buzzword in skincare circles of late and for good reason. Not only does it keep your skin healthy, but it also combats signs of aging. Keeping this in mind, Clinique formulated this oil-free water-jelly product that hydrates for 24 hours while also tackling uneven skin tone and texture woes. In addition to this, it supports a more balanced, healthy skin microbiome. The active cartridge delivers the more concentrated ingredients to help with oil control and minimize imperfections, giving you clearer, more even skin. If you love all things skin science. 

Clinique ID with Hydrating Clearing Jelly and an Active Cartridge

6. Forest Essentials Parijat Solid Perfume

Price: Rs. 3,800

If you’ve never given solid perfumes a go, now’s as good a time as any. They’re buttery soft and last for hours, giving any spray formula a run for its money. This new release by Forest Essentials contains the parijat flower for an intensely sweet, yet sensuous aroma. The soft, floral scent is complemented by the infusion of mango and mahua butter which nourish the skin on application. The perfume is free from parabens and petrochemicals and comes in eco-friendly, travel-friendly packaging. 

7. Plum Green Tea Skin Clarifying Concentrate

Buy: Rs 1,175

A popular vegan brand that is also paraben- and phthalate-free, Plum’s new hyper-concentrated serum is a god sent for people with oily, acne-prone skin. Loaded with green tea extracts, willow bark, licorice, and all things great at combating acne, this formula gently exfoliates the skin and evens out skin tone by fading spots and pigmentation. It has a light, non-comedogenic formula as well.

Plum Green Tea Skin Clarifying Concentrate

8. Aveda Botanical Repair™  Strengthening Leave-In Treatment

Price: Rs. 2,590

Hair care is an essential part of any beauty regime but often gets ignored. This haircare collection uses plant-based, naturally-derived, high-performing, all-vegan ingredients that build strength at the core of your hair. The Aveda Botanical Repair Collection took 6 years to formulate and the strengthening leave-in-treatment protects against heat damage up to 450°, keeps UV damage at bay, prevents breakage, and nourishes hair, leaving it feeling soft, smooth, and luxurious. It also reduces frizz and flyaways, which is all you’ll need to keep your hair nourished, healthy, strong, and worthy of being featured in a hair product commercial. 

 Aveda Botanical Repair Strengthening Leave-In Treatment

9. BECCA Ignite Liquified Light Highlighter

Price: Rs. 2,900

A highlighter that gives you an all-over glow instantly and offers deep moisturization? We can’t think of anything better. Featuring micro-pearls suspended in a crystal-gel formula, this one’s perfect to layer on if you’d like a deep, dewy glow. The vitamin E and sunflower oil keep your skin nourished and it’s transfer-proof and water-resistant so you don’t have to worry about it getting on your mask or having to reapply too often. 

10. Renee Cosmetics New Facial Oils

Glass-glow oil: Rs. 450

Texture-fix oil: Rs. 360

Pre-make-up and post-makeup oils can help highlight, illuminate, and add a glow to your skin like no other. Not to mention they can keep your skin moisturized and keep things from looking too cakey. Renee cosmetics has two oils for this purpose, the Glass-Glow pre-makeup oil is formulated with wheat-germ and flaxseed oil while the Texture-Fix post-makeup oil contains rosehip, cucumber, and sweet orange peel. They’re cruelty-free, paraben-free, and FDA-approved and hydrate the skin while also staving off signs of aging. This might really change your makeup game for life.