The First Beauty Edit of the Year
- Beauty Featured
Anushka Manik- 9 minutes read
January always feels like a quiet, personal reset for me, and not just because my birthday is coming up, but also because I get to write the first beauty wrap of the year. This month’s luxury launches lean into that mood beautifully. From lip oils that double as care rituals to fragrances that linger like a second skin, these are products meant to live with you as you live a more mindful January.
YSL LOVESHINE Plumping Lip Oil Gloss
YSL Beauty unveils the latest addition to its iconic LOVESHINE franchise with the YSL LOVESHINE Plumping Lip Oil Gloss, a high-shine innovation that blends couture glamour with advanced lip care. Formulated with 97% caring oils and infused with detoxifying ginger oil and spicy pepper oil, the ultra-thin, non-sticky gloss delivers instant plumpness, up to eight hours of luminous shine, and long-lasting hydration, leaving lips looking glossy, full, and irresistibly radiant.
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Chloé’s Atelier de Fleurs Cedrus Intense
Chloé Atelier de Fleurs Cedrus Intense is a refined exploration of cedar like you’ve never experienced before. Part of the Atelier de Fleurs collection, Cedrus Intense elevates the noble cedar note into a deeper, more resonant signature, celebrating its aromatic warmth and tactile sensuality. Opening with the vibrant clarity of crystalline citrus and aromatic herbs, the heart unfolds into a rich heart of cedarwood, complemented by soft floral hints that add a whisper of femininity. The base lingers in a velvety embrace of resinous warmth and musky depth, unfolding into an enduring sillage that feels both modern and timeless.
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Shankara Yoga Nidra Ritual
Shankara launches the Yoga Nidra Ritual box that merges sleep science with Ghee and 24K Gold-enriched skincare. The ritual brings together six products that work in synergy. There’s Oudh Nourishing Body Wash, Gheesutra 24K Gold Night Cream, Anti-Age Eye Cream, Rose Facial Mist, Soothing Pillow Mist, and Calming Aromatherapy Essence, all paired with guided Yoga Nidra meditation and hand-mudra techniques that address sleep, restoration, and skin repair together.
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Etude Fixing Tint – India Edition
Etude unveils its first-ever India-inspired Fixing Tint collection with Palak Tiwari, introducing three India-exclusive shades designed in Korea and co-curated by the actress. Created specifically for Indian skin tones, the launch marks a milestone for the K-beauty brand, blending Seoul’s innovation with Indian beauty sensibilities. Inspired by the cultural stories colours carry in everyday life, the collection features Mocha Mantra, Nude Noor and Sufi Red; each reflecting a modern interpretation of India’s rich aesthetic heritage.
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Skinvest Molten Gold Shimmer Drops
Skinvest introduces Molten Gold Shimmer Drops, a luxurious dry body oil designed to leave the skin bathed in a warm champagne-gold glow while delivering lightweight, long-lasting hydration. Suitable for all skin types and tones, the formula provides a touch-dry, transfer-resistant finish and absorbs seamlessly to create a soft, diffused radiance without any greasiness or heaviness.
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Ajmal Perfumes The Untold Stories Collection
Ajmal Perfumes unveils The Untold Stories Collection, a refined five-fragrance anthology that blends luxury craftsmanship with emotional storytelling, positioning itself as one of this year’s most compelling wedding gifting ideas. Created by acclaimed perfumers, each unisex chapter explores a distinct olfactory mood. From the Mediterranean-inspired warmth of Chapter 1 and the intimate calm of black tea led Chapter 2, to the romantic osmanthus glow of Chapter 3, the bold cherry-leather intensity of Chapter 4, and the edgy, ink-and-incense modernity of Chapter 5, the collection invites couples and connoisseurs alike to mark milestones through scent.
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Typsy Beauty Pout Cloud Matte Lip Balm
Typsy Beauty introduces its latest launch, the Pout Cloud Matte Lip Balm, a soft and buildable tinted balm that delivers a comfortable matte finish with a mousse-like texture that glides on effortlessly. It features a cooling metal tip applicator that hugs the lips for a refreshing, precise and hygienic application. Infused with peptides, ceramides, and vitamins E and C, the range comes in six shades: Milk & Cookies, Cherry Whip, Iced Café Latte, Peach Parfait, Mulberry Mochi, and Strawberry Soufflé.
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&Done Success Story
&Done launches Success Story, a leave-in biotech serum–cream hybrid that’s designed for Indian hair and climate. Powered by a Multi-Layer Biotech Repair System with globally sourced actives including Biotech Moringa Seed Peptide (USA), Plant Protein Silanol Complex (UK), Rice Protein (Japan) and an Amino Polymer (USA), the formula rebuilds bonds, restores proteins, controls frizz even in high humidity and protects against heat styling.
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