Somehow, it's August already. We're officially in the last weeks of winter – spring feels close, and so does the renewed sense of optimism that comes with warmer weather. As we head into the festive season, it's also a good time for beauty favourites. Tsu Lange Yor launched into Mecca, as did the Euphoria-inspired Half Magic. CHANEL's limited spring/summer makeup collection is on shelves, while Rationale released an innovative new eye product. Whether you're in need or something to refresh your skin/senses or just wish-listing, we've curated the best of August beauty below.

 

Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

The moment Paula's Choice finally dropped in Sephora here in Australia, you can best believe the RUSSH team were waiting at the beauty store's doors to finally pick up our favourite products in real life. High on the list is of course a cult favourite, the Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant. Oily skin girls will all be familiar with this holy grail product. If you have deep congestion, this product helps to clear it unlike any other. Just remember to layer up on extra sunscreen the day after use.

 

Rationale #4 The Eye Créme

The latest from cult Australian skincare brand Rationale, #4 The Eye Creme has a melting texture that instantly hydrates and softens while repairing signs of ageing. Massage in morning and night for visibly brighter eyes.

 

Carriere Freres Frangipani Candle

Milky and warm, this candle smells like an island. While it opens with fresh bergamot, the creamy white floral and vanilla notes give the illusion of somewhere tropical.

 

Mecca Cosmetica Skin Barrier Repair Lotion

A new launch from Mecca's own Mecca-morphosis line, this barrier repair lotion is formulated with 20% panthenol to soothe and rehydrate, plus glycerin to improve moisture retention. It's balmy and plush — a salve for skin that's itchy, tight or irritated.

 

Tsu Lange Yor Luca Eau de Parfum

 

Troye Sivan and Steele Mellet's scent line finally dropped in Mecca; the first Australian fragrance brand in the retailer. Luca is is a riff on our natural scent, pheromones maybe? It's a little like skin, linen, denim, warmth... It's soft and musky, the perfect 'no fragrance fragrance'.

 

Half Magic Glitterpuck Multi-Use Pressed Fairy Dust

Donni Davy, the makeup artist who gifted us the beauty feast that was Euphoria, has finally brought her brand Half Magic here to Australia. Pressed glitter is not for everyone, but if you are interested, this Glitterpuck is as good as it gets. It's more of a gel than a crumbly powder, meaning you get easy application and minimal fallout. This pinky Dopamine Sparkle shade is bold, but not too bold.

 

Nécessaire The Body Peel

Body exfoliation comes with numerous benefits. It unifies skin tone, reduces bumps, prevents ingrowns and spots. This leave-on peel is light, quickly absorbed and formulated with10% ahas, 1% bha and 1% pha to thoroughly slough off expired cells and sebum.

 

CHANEL Baume Essentiel in Moonlight Kiss

Some of us will know about the viral CHANEL Baume Essentiel, the highlighter stick loved for its easy, dewy sheen. Moonlight Kiss is a limited shade, and part of the Spring/Summer colour collection — it's a miracle its not yet sold out. With a subtle golden shimmer, it's glossy and subtle, but still sparkles when the light hits.

 

Vida Glow Pro Collagen+

Ingestible beauty has exploded in recent years thanks to innovations in science. ProCollagen+ is the latest from market leader Vida Glow, a hydrolysed marine collagen that's meant to be the smallest molecule on the market. If you're consistent, it promises skin that's plump and hydrated, plus stronger nails.

 

Dior Forever Skin Perfect Multi-Use Foundation Stick

Stick foundations aren't what they used to be (as in thick, matte and paste-like). This formula from Dior is creamy and buildable with a soft matte finish for hyper-polished skin. It's comfortable and malleable enough to blend with fingers, a brush or a sponge.