There’s something about warmer weather that makes life feel ripe for experimentation. You’re more willing to try out that unusual cocktail on the menu instead of your go-to mimosa at brunch, you’re making all sorts of weekend plans to enjoy the sunshine, and your beauty routine is getting lighter and brighter along the way.
Now’s the perfect time to get acquainted with what’s new at Sephora this May — because if you’re going to try out that body illuminator trend, you’re going to need the right formula to give it a go. From lipstick that will inspire you to take a road trip to after-sun body care for those long days spent outdoors, there’s something for whatever you’re looking to stock up on for the season. Ahead, the best new beauty products to shop at Sephora this month.
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Travel the country without leaving your house with this lineup of lipsticks named after U.S. cities like New York, Atlanta, Chicago, and more. Who knows — maybe your favorite shade will even inspire your next long-weekend destination.
Bite Beauty Roadtrip Limited Edition Amuse Bouche Lipstick , $26, available at Sephora
Even the most sensitive skin types can swipe on this gentle daily peel, which uses a unique bi-phase liquid formula — part exfoliating acids, part omega-rich oils and antioxidants — to brighten and smooth skin without dryness or irritation.
Murad Replenishing Multi-Acid Peel, $65, available at Sephora
You invest time into blow-drying your hair only to wake up on day two with serious frizz. Instead of layering on smoothing products, swipe this hot brush through the offending areas for a quick-fix tame.
GHD Glide Professional Performance Hot Brush, $169, available at Sephora
Summer shenanigans can mean less quality sleep, so you’ll want to have an eye cream (and maybe some Gatorade) on hand. This high-performance formula brightens dark circles with potent vitamin C and lets you fake a well-rested look with skin-plumping rhodiola rosea extract.
Korres Wild Rose Vitamin C Brightening Eye Cream, $38, available at Sephora
Fenty Beauty is dropping three eyeliner trios as part of its newest summer collection. Need an idea of how these bright colors would look on before you commit? Well, Rihanna has actually been secretly wearing them for over a year — the best inspiration you can get.
Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Vivid Liquid Eyeliner Trio, $45, available at Sephora
Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, intensely hydrating, lightweight yet packed with antioxidants: This multitasking oil ticks all the boxes, thanks to buckwheat honey and a blend of flower oils that work hard to soothe and strengthen skin without any sticky residue.
Farmacy Honey Grail Ultra-Hydrating Face Oil, $48, available at Sephora
The highlighter-serum hybrid of your dreams imparts a dewy glow while also providing skin-care benefits, like oil control and a more even finish.
Ilia Liquid Light Serum Highlighter, $42, available at Sephora
For CoverFX’s first foray into color cosmetics, the brand released six matte and shimmer blush duos that will give you major pigment and a multidimensional effect when used together. Good luck picking a favorite from all the gorgeous shades.
Cover FX Monochromatic Matte + Shimmer Blush Duo, $38, available at Sephora
Get out-of-whack skin back on its game with this pH-balanced cleanser, which melts away makeup and daily debris while reducing irritation and encouraging a healthy skin barrier.
Dr. Brandt Clean Biotic pH-balanced yogurt cleanser, $35, available at Sephora
Inspired by Beyoncé ‘s luminous legs, Huda created this body highlighter to give you that transparent pantyhose effect of smooth, uniform skin without actually putting on pantyhose. Just buff the formula out and blend until you get the coverage you want.
Huda Beauty Not Your Mama’s Panty Hose All Over Body Highlighter, $49, available at Sephora
When even slathering on the SPF wasn’t enough to protect you from all of the sun’s ill effects, this body spray contains aloe leaf juice to soothe, cucumber to cool, and rosehip oil for a boost of hydration.
Ouai After Sun Body Soother, $25, available at Sephora
Brighten up your complexion with pure vitamin C, but make it innovative: This mask transforms from gel to cream once massaged into skin and leaves skin visibly smoother and more radiant after just five to 15 minutes.
Biossance Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Mask, $48, available at Sephora
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