Nobody wants to think about the lazy days of summer coming to a close, but like it or not, September really is just around the corner. To get your fall off to a gorgeous start, we’ve rounded up our favorite new releases.
The Best Beauty Buys for Fall
Christian Louboutin Beauté Scarabée Limited Edition Collection
If there was ever an ancient civilization that understood the power of dress and adornment it was the Egyptians, so it's not exactly surprising that Christian Louboutin claimed the country as his second home. Inspired by the scarab beetle—a symbol of rebirth and eternal life—the designer developed three iridescent polishes that are essentially lifted from the bug's back. Scarabée I (a shimmery rose gold), Scarabée II (a sapphire blue flecked with emerald and amethyst), and Scarabée III (an antique gold offset by glints of green) are meant to "look reflective under the bright sun," explained Louboutin, and "like a precious jewel by night." US $50 each; AED/SAR 184 Buy it now
Christophe Robin Regenerating Hair Finish Lotion
In terms of haircare, vinegar is nothing new. The potent liquid has long been used to eliminate residue and boost shine, but the ritual also leaves strands smelling, well, pickled. Leave it to the man Catherine Deneuve trusts with her color, Christophe Robin, to create an olfactorily pleasing solution that spotlights the time-honored ingredient. A trio of leave-in treatment sprays infused with botanical vinegars derived from hibiscus flower (Regenerating), Mediterranean herbs (Purifying), and fruit (Brightening) are intended to be used post-shower to prevent excess oil, seal in color, ward off dandruff, and leave hair lightly perfumed with notes like bergamot, vetiver, and jasmine. Even better: A spritz or two can be used to moisturize the body, soothe sunburn and bug bites, and fortify nails. $48 each; AED/SAR 176 Buy it now
Guerlain Abeille Royale Gold Eyetech
If James Bond's nemesis Goldfinger developed an eye cream, it would likely look something like this. The ergonomically designed golden applicator instantly cools and soothes tired, puffy eyes with the flick of your forefinger, while royal jelly sourced from the Ouessant Pollinating Black Bee goes to work on fine lines. US $130;AED/SAR 477 Buy it now
Lipstick Queen Seven Deadly Sins Lip Gloss
Leave it to Lipstick Queen founder Poppy King to turn the truly shine-averse on to lip gloss. Formulated to feel like "silk stockings," this rich range of full-pigment glosses moisturizes via vitamin E, shea butter, and meadowfoam seed oil, but doesn't leave lips sticky. US $24 each; AED/SAR 88 available in September at lipstickqueen.com
Lancôme Drama Liqui-Pencil Longwear Kohl Eyeliner
Whether it was an abstract indigo étoile scrawled onto the outer corners of models' eyes at Anthony Vaccarello, kidney-shaped blocks of bold shadow at Dior, painterly strokes of blue at Céline, or graphic hits of neon at Maison Margiela, designers were living in full-on color. For those who want to dip a toe into the trend, Lancôme offers 16 Crayola-like hues—including flashy pink, sunny yellow, and vivid cobalt—in liner form. Soft waxes allow these pencils to seamlessly glide across lids, while copolymers make them budge-proof. Come fall, consider thinking beyond basic black. US $23 each; AED/SAR 84 available in September at sephora.com
Caudalíe Resveratrol Lift
When a French skincare brand teams up with Harvard Medical School, the result is bound to be equal parts beautiful and brainy. Caudalíe and Dr. David Sinclair of Harvard University created a patented combination of resveratrol (a molecule found in grapevines) and micro-hyaluronic acid that firms, plumps, and boosts the Has2 gene (responsible for producing the skin's natural hyaluronic acid) by 226 percent. "One of the challenges associated with products containing hyaluronic acid has been that the molecule is large and therefore poorly absorbed," explained Sinclair. "Stimulating the Has2 gene is a very interesting approach because it prompts the cells to make their own molecules from within." Get this groundbreaking technology in the form of a silky eye-lifting balm, face-lifting moisturizer, night infusion cream, or firming serum. US $62; AED/SAR 228 to US $82; AED/SAR 301 available in September at sephora.com
R+Co Badlands Dry Shampoo Paste
Sprays can leave a chalky residue on the surface of strands, but this paste-to-powder formula absorbs oil and adds instant texture thanks to a formula of volcanic ash and zeolite. Coconut and argan oils lend a hint of shine to offset the matte finish. Massage a dollop between your fingers and work it into your roots to invisibly eliminate oil slicks. US $28;AED/SAR 103 available in September at randco.com
Blue Rhythm de Chanel Makeup Collection
The house of Chanel is singing (and selling) the blues for fall. Moody indigo shadows and liners are made with night clubs in mind, as is a sparkly turquoise mascara topcoat worthy of the spotlight. The two products we're giving a standing ovation: Le Vernis Nail Colour in Vibrato (a striking cobalt) and Fortissimo (a shimmery navy). US $27; AED/SAR 99 to US $61;AED/SAR 224 available in September at chanel.com
Burberry Limited Edition Autumn/Winter 2015 Runway Palette
If we can't get our hands on one of the boho dresses from Christopher Bailey's Fall '15 collection, at least we can achieve the smoky lid look crafted backstage with this camo compact. US $70; AED/SAR 257 available in August at burberry.com
La Prairie Skin Caviar Concealer and Foundation SPF 15
Finding a cover-up that plays well with your foundation is forever a challenge, but this duo removes any guesswork. The featherweight base enriched with caviar extracts and firming peptides helps fight fine lines and leaves skin with a dewy glow, while the expertly matched concealer conveniently hidden in the cap erases dark circles, age spots, and blemishes. US $215;AED/SAR 790 available in September at laprairie.com
Kenzoki Skincare
Kenzo is bringing its skincare line stateside. Already a hit in Europe and Asia, the face and body products feature invigorating ingredients inspired by ancient Japanese rituals, like antioxidant white lotus, radiance-boosting ginger flower, and nourishing rice extracts. Some of the standouts: Cream With a Sheen that instantly illuminates; Ice Cold Eye cream designed to be stored in the fridge; Milky-Rice Body Scrub, which leaves limbs smooth; and the Sensual Hands Balm for nonsticky softness. US $14; AED/SAR 51 to US $59; AED/SAR 217 Buy it now
