The Best New Skin-Care Products Launching in August
Each month, Allure editors break down the latest and greatest skin-care launches. Looking for more in skin care? Here are some of the best new products.
There's something about skin care that just soothes our souls. Maybe it's the sense of normalcy that a routine brings, or maybe it's that spark of joy when discovering a new ingredient — it can be an escape from the chaos and the unknown. So if you're in need of a beauty break while social-distancing at home, you can count on us to keep you up on the launches that excite us and that we think will excite you.
That said, skin care can be intimidating — there are so many products out there. And with such a wide range of options comes a lot of questions. Is this serum worth the splurge? Do we really need another self-tanner? And what the hell do all of these ingredients mean? To ease any and all anxiety about what you should be trying, we've tested and tried every single product — moisturizers, cleansers, serums, masks, and more — that comes our way to help you make an informed decision about what you should be putting on your skin.
This August, revamp your skin-care routine with the newest products to hit virtual shelves, including the Bliss Clear Genius Clarity Toner + Serum and Kopari Coconut Water Moisture Cream.
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Courtesy of brand1/29Summer Fridays Soft Reset AHA Exfoliating Solution
Made with niacinamide and blend of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), including lactic acid and glycolic acid, the Summer Fridays Soft Reset AHA Exfoliating Solution clears up (and prevents) breakouts. Just pour a little bit of the liquid formula into your palms and press it into your skin before you go to bed. You'll wake up with soft, smooth skin, and a fresh-faced glow.
$54 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand2/29Neogen Canadian Clay Pore Stick Mask
Clay masks can be sloppy, but the Neogen Canadian Clay Pore Stick Mask makes the skin-care treatment quick, simple, and most importantly, mess-free, thanks to its stick packaging. The mask is formulated with clay to unclog pores and slough away dead skin cells.
$38 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand3/29Augustinus Bader The Face Oil
Consider the Augustinus Bader Face Oil the Rolls Royce of facial oils. With a hefty price tag of more than $200, this bottle contains a mixture of a blend of nourishing oils such as hazelnut, grape seed, and jojoba oils. This splurge will keep skin soft and moisturized no matter how dry it is.
$230 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand4/29Origins GinZing Into The Glow Brightening Serum
Courtesy of brand5/29Dermalogica Hydro Masque Exfoliant
The Dermalogica Hydro Masque Exfoliant is made with snow mushroom to provide hydration and cucumber extract to soothe skin. It also contains exfoliating bubbles with bamboo in them to keep oily skin under control. This mask fights breakouts and hydrates the skin — a skin-balancing dream come true.
$60 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand6/29Becca Cosmetics Hydra-Light Smoothing Lip Scrub
The Becca Hydra-Light Smoothing Lip Scrub is formulated with hyaluronic acid and natural sugars to gently exfoliate and soften lips. Oh, it also tastes like mangos — an ode to the moisturizing mango butter in the formula.
$16 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand7/29StriVectin Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum
When vitamin C and retinol come together, you're bound to discover brighter, smoother skin. That's exactly what StriVectin's Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum promises. Just one drop of this lightweight serum and your skin will feel fresh and look so glowy that people will wonder what highlighter you're wearing.
$72 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand8/29Wishful Honey Balm Jelly Moisturizer
Huda Kattan's latest launch for her skin-care brand, Wishful, is the Honey Balm Jelly Moisturizer. This formula targets a slew of skin concerns with its main ingredients, like honey to lock in moisture, turmeric to reduce red spots, and niacinamide to minimize the appearance of pores.
$45 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand9/29Retrouvé Dermal Defense Hand Cream
Hand cream has become a necessity ever since the novel coronavirus devasted cities across the globe. That's because washing your hands more regularly can cause them to become super dry. Retrouvé launched its Dermal Defense Hand Cream mid-pandemic for this very reason. The Erich cream is made with avocado oil for moisture and glycerin to protect hands from environmental exposure. It's a splurge for a hand cream, but trust us, it's worth it.
$55 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand10/29Nécessaire The Deodorant in Sandalwood
You may have heard of Nécessaire's The Deodorant, which launched earlier this year. You know, the one: It's made of kaolin clay to keep pits dry and comes housed in a sleek tube. Well now, the brand just launched The Deodorant in a brand-new scent, sandalwood. It smells like a woodsy bouquet of flowers, and the dupe of scent will last all day (which is hard to find in natural deodorants).
$20 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand11/29Indeed Labs Vitamin C Brightening Drops
Radiant skin is on its way once you start using the Indeed Labs Vitamin C Brightening Drops. This serum is where the brightening powers of vitamin C and the hydrating factors of hyaluronic acid meet to reduce hyperpigmentation. It's truly a dull complexion's dream come true.
$20 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand12/29Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Capsules
Dry skin basically doesn't exist when you're using the new Elizabeth Arden Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Capsules. Just one biodegradable capsule is filled with the perfect dose of hyaluronic acid and ceramides to hydrate and lock moisture into the skin.
$51 for 60 capsules (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand13/29Josie Maran Skin Dope Ultra Nourishing Daily Body Wash
Josie Maran Skin Dope Ultra Nourishing Daily Body Wash is made with hemp seed and argan oils to cleanse the skin of all debris without stripping away its natural moisture. The body cleanser is available in three scents, including a fragrance-free version, so even the most sensitive skin is safe with this wash.
$34 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand14/29Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser
Philosophy's Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser just got a makeover. Recently, the brand announced a new oil-free version and revamp of the original fan-favorite cleanser. The new formula is paraben-free and repackaged in an all-new bottle. Don't worry, it's still just as good at taking off your makeup.
$25 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand15/29Elaluz 24k Lip Therapy
Camila Coelho launched Elaluz Beauty, and it's really good, guys. One of the brand's first launches is this 24k Lip Therapy made with skin-softening papaya seed and açai berry oils, which is packed with antioxidants and vitamins to make lips softer. Plus, it also has 24-karat gold in it, which leaves a slight shimmer on the lips. The formula melts onto your skin, and it'll last through even the greasiest slice of pizza.
$28 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand16/29Mario Badescu Hyaluronic Dew Drops
If your skin is feeling thirsty, look no further. Mario Badescu Hyaluronic Dew Drops is a serum packed with hydrating ingredients like aloe vera, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid to maintain the skin's moisture. Just one pump of the formula and you'll have a dewy glow and a moisturized face in no time.
$30 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand17/29Laneige Gummy Bear Lip Sleeping Mask
K-beauty favorite Laneige just introduced a new scent to its Lip Sleeping Mask family: Gummy Bear. The lip mask is packed with ingredients like antioxidants and vitamin C to repair damaged skin cells, making the scent just a bonus. The Gummy Bear flavor is purple in the jar but goes on clear, so it's perfect for right before you hit the sheets. The flavor is delicious, sweet, and — according to my boyfriend — tastes like pink Starbursts. Keep in mind, this scent is limited-edition, so if you're into it, get it fast.
$22 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand18/29E.L.F. Facial Oil Mists
If you aren't using a facial oil to keep your skin moisturized, the new E.L.F. Facial Oil Mists are a great place to start. There are six to choose from, and each of them is packed with a blend of soothing oils for every type of skin or mood. In the collection, you'll find Soothing, Balancing, Calming, Energizing, Loving, and, pictured here, Restoring (which has aloe vera and rose old to soothe the skin).
$5 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand19/29Lancôme Absolue Overnight Repairing Bi-Ampoule Serum
When you shake the Lancôme Absolue Overnight Repairing Bi-Ampoule Serum, the dual-phase formula transforms from a watery liquid to a thicker, gel-like texture. It's made up of 25 percent oils, like that of sunflower seed and rose, to calm and reduce redness, and 75 percent ingredients like hyaluronic acid and salicylic acid to hydrate and fight off breakouts.
$150 (Shop Now)
20/29Tatcha The Rice Wash
The Tatcha Rice Wash is a new cleanser made with Japanese algae and rice powder to wash away any dirt, makeup, and oil without stripping away at it or disturbing its pH. It's also made with hyaluronic acid to replenish moisture, leaving your complexion glowy and hydrated.
$35 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand21/29The Ordinary 100% Niacinamide Powder
The Ordinary's 100% Niacinamide Powder is entirely made up of the anti-inflammatory ingredient and helps reduce redness and excess sebum. Plus, you'll feel like a chemist when mixing this up. Just combine the powder with the water-based skin-care product of your choice, and voilà! A personalized formula.
$6 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand22/29Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen
In case you've been under a rock, Fenty Skin has officially arrived. Rihanna founded the line with three products, including this one, Hydra Vizor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen. It's a lightweight cream that is formulated with invisible sun protection (no white cast here). It's also made with hyaluronic acid and aloe to hydrate and soothe the skin, making it perfect for the rest of summer — and beyond.
$35 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand23/29Biossance Squalane + Elderberry Jelly Cleanser
The Biossance Squalane + Elderberry Jelly Cleanser is where a face wash and makeup remover meet. This cleanser is made with squalane to maintain moisture in the skin and elderberry extract to help prevent any breakouts.
$28 (Available August 11)
Courtesy of brand24/29Clinique iD Dramatically Different Hydrating Clearing Jelly Anti-Imperfections
This new Clinique iD formulation may seem complex, but it's fairly simple. The blue gel, Hydrating Clearing Jelly, is a base that's made with hyaluronic acid and lactobacillus probiotic ferment to keep the skin hydrated; the red Anti-Imperfections Cartridge contains a cocktail of salicylic acid and glucosamine to exfoliate dulling skin cells that can cause acne. As the two get mixed together when pumped out, you get the perfect blend for a clear complexion.
$39 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand25/29SkinCeuticals Tripeptide-R Neck Repair
According to dermatologists, the skin on your neck is thinner than other parts of the body, which means it deserves a little extra TLC. That's where SkinCeuticals Tripeptide-R Neck Repair comes in. Made with a 2.5 percent tripeptide concentrate, a skin-firming peptide derived from amino acids, the lightweight cream hydrates and smoothes fine lines on the neck all day long.
$120 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand26/29Bliss Clear Genius Clarifying Toner + Serum
The unique jelly texture in the Bliss Clear Genius Clarifying Toner + Serum is really one of a kind. This toner-serum hybrid has a formula packed with alpha hydroxy acids (glycolic and lactic acids) and beta hydroxy acids (salicylic acid) to gently exfoliate, making it perfect for acne-prone skin. Apply it with a cotton round or just pat it into your skin with your fingers — either way, you'll be saying bye-bye to breakouts in no time.
$15 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand27/29Kopari Coconut Water Moisture Cream
Summer, for us, means Sahara-Desert dry skin. So thank goodness Kopari just launched its new Coconut Water Moisture Cream, a lightweight lotion made with a cocktail of hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and coconut water to deeply hydrate skin from head to toe.
$25 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand28/29PopBeauty Be Gone! Clarifying Cica Stick
Beloved makeup brand PopBeauty has officially launched skin care. The new collection consists of 19 products, but the Be Gone! Clarifying Cica Stick is our personal favorite. The soothing formula inside the handheld stick is a blend of cica (a sensitive-skin-friendly ingredient that calms inflammation), aloe, and cucumber that delivers a cool-to-the-touch feeling while reducing redness and breakouts.
$12 (Shop Now)
Courtesy of brand29/29StriVectin Advanced Resurfacing Daily Reveal Exfoliating Pads
