In the midst of our Barbie obsessions and the glazed-donut-to-latte-makeup pipeline, there's much to discuss in the world of beauty. We're obviously still favouring products that meet the needs of our cold-weathered climate (or perhaps even preparing for the sweat and heat of a European summer), but we've also found ourselves leaning into products that offer a little something more – whether they're whimsical, luxurious or just downright salacious. We're also emphasising hair-care this month – an oft neglected part of the beauty routine.
With these sentiments in mind, take a look below at some of the RUSSH team's favourite beauty products for the month of July.
KIT No. 4 Concentrate - Bakuchiol
This smoothing, hydrating concentrate helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles through the use of a naturally derived retinol alternative, Bakuchiol.
GLASSHOUSE Barbie Dreamhouse Triple Scented Soy Candle
Glasshouse's collaboration with Barbie for this fruity, sweet berry-scented candle is everything we need and more this month.
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Scandal Le Parfum
A sensual bottle for an even racier scent – fuel your nights out with a whiff of this Jean Paul Gaultier perfume, permeated by notes of floral amber.
GHD Unplugged Cordless Hair Straightener in Pink Peach
This cordless straightener from GHD is an essential travel companion – no need for finding a wall outlet. This limited edition peachy-pink colour sends $20 from every sale to Breast Cancer Now.
SUBTLE ENERGIES Skincare and Aromatherapy
This beautiful collection of skincare, body care and aromatherapy is the height of luxury and efficacy, drawing on the power of precious exotic oils and extracts. You can also test them out with a facial appointment at Crown Spas.
ULTRA VIOLETTE Fave Fluid SPF 50
Ultra-light, fragrance-free sunscreen that offers the highest SPF50+ protection? Ultra Violette continue to dish out some of the best sun-care products on the game with their Fave Fluid 'Skinscreen'. It's light, 'thin' consistency is perfect for layering under makeup for that barely-there effect.
iS CLINICAL Warming Honey Cleanser
Skin is left hydrated and moisturised after using this luxurious treatment cleanser for iS Clinical, which utilises the bounty of pure raw honey, papaya enzymes and green tea extracts to cleanse and gently exfoliate the skin.
SISLEY Les Eaux Rêvées Collection
The six olfactory offerings that make up Sisley's 'Les Eaux Rêvées' collection are like windows into different worlds – fresh, citrusy, floral, warm, fruity and spiced.
CHANEL N°1 De Chanel Skin Enhancer
This skin enhancer enriched with Red Camellia Extract helps to revive your skin's natural, youthful radiance. Protection and hydration at the fore – this formula can be worn under makeup or on its own in three sheer, pearlescent shades.
RARE BEAUTY Brow Harmony Pencil
If you're after a long-wearing waterproof brow pencil, try Rare Beauty's Brow Harmony Pencil. It's fine angled tip helps create precise, hair-like strokes for the most natural-looking brows.
FACEGYM Face Gym Pro
This convenient little tool uses patented muscle stimulation technology that aims to activate and energise your facial muscles, giving them a 'work out' that achieves a more toned appearance.
OUAI Hydrating Scalp Serum
Dry skin doesn't always stop at the scalp – and OUAUI's skincare-inspired scalp is formulated to balance and hydrate to reduce dryness, flaking and to actually create fuller-looking hair.
MOROCCANOIL Dry Scalp Treatment
Another of our favourite winter scalp treatments comes from Moroccanoil, in the form of their exfoliating and hydrating scalp treatment made with argan, lavender and geranium oils.
NAK Replends Crème Leave-in Moisturiser
If your hair has a tendency to dry frizzy in the winter months, we've added this saviour to our routine. Towel-dry hair out of the shower, then apply and scrunch this into the end for a hit of hydration and for the perfect heatless styling.
KERASILK Revitalize Exfoliating Pre-Wash
Kerasilk's exfoliating pre-wash is an effective way to cleanse all that built up product and grime from your locks, before you get started with a shampoo. It creates a healthy foundation, without stripping.
DERMALOGICA Liquid Peelfoliant
When your complexion is looking like it needs a boost, this daily peel with a potent blend of acids and enzymes is a great way to brighten and revitalise – while helping to visibly minimise pores and even skin tone.
THE JOJOBA COMPANY Ultimate Serum
Plump, tighten and firm skin with this combination of vegan collagen, hyaluronic acid and peptides from The Jojoba Company. The serum's formulation aims to stimulate collagen production whilst also reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
PAUL SMITH Day Dreamer Diffuser
Meet your Euro summer halfway with this delightful summer holiday-inspired diffuser set from Paul Smith. Be transported in any room of the house to a sunny French lavender field, with hints of clary sage and verbena.
THE SECRET SKINCARE Oil Cleanser
Cleanse and remove makeup in one step with this oil cleanser from The Secret. Skin will be baby-smooth and hydrated after use, nutrient-rich ingredients leaving your skin calm and refreshed.
BY THE BE Clear Quartz Gua Sha
Whether you use it for its skin health benefits, or just for a bit of TLC after a long day, this Gua Sha from BY THE BE is a self-care ritual we've got on high rotation at the moment.
Dior Rosy Glow in 02 Mahogany
Dior's iconic 'Rosy Glow' blush has been reinvented in a clean formula that blends seamlessly thanks to its ultra-fine, lightweight texture.
BY TERRY Hyaluronic Lip Liner
The last thing you want is for your perpetually dry winter lips to ruin a great lip moment – so don't let it. By Terry's hyaluronic lip liner is infused with hydration, and creates an intense, long-lasting lip colour that's both vegan and packaged sustainably. There's even a mini sharpener at the base.
AB LAB Nourishing Dry Skin Bundle
Banish dry skin with one purchase – this skin set from AB LABS that has all your skincare staples covered. Live out your dewy skin dreams, uninhibited.
CHANEL Les Pinceaux De Chanel
Chanel's limited-edition makeup brush set, a part of their 'CODES COLEUR' campaign, is a gorgeous way to elevate your brush set that's available in nine Chanel colour codes.
VIDA GLOW Collagen Liquid Advance
Tackle hydration and collagen production from the inside-out. Vida Glow's Collagen Liquid Advance sachets deliver a double dose of Natural Marine Collagen, and are an easy addition to your morning drink of choice.
