With the Christmas season soon upon us, we find ourselves in the final days of preparation for the approaching festive holidays. In the midst of the impending busyness, it’s essential to carve out some personal time, especially during this hectic time of the year. If you’re looking to pamper yourself with the latest beauty products as the year comes to a close, take a look at our handpicked list of the best beauty launches in December.

The Best Beauty Launches of December 2023

1. Glow Recipe Cloudberry Bright Essence Toner

Topping our list of the best beauty launches in December is the newly released Glow Recipe Cloudberry Bright Essence Toner. It capitalises on the promise of cloudberry, an Arctic superfruit, to deliver a visibly radiant complexion. Despite its small size, it is rich in antioxidants and vitamins C and E. This toner is well-known for its brightening characteristics, providing skin tone correction, pigmentation reduction, and moisturization for dry skin. It also works as an effective serum booster.

Why we love it:

  • Brightens the skin
  • Doubles as a serum booster 
  • Keeps skin hydrated

Price: RM188.00

Where to buy: Sephora 

2. Hada Labo Hydrating Snow Dew 

Meet the newly revamped Hada Labo Hydrating Snow Dew, now reformulated to include two types of prebiotics that fortify the skin’s protective barrier layers. Carnosine shields the skin from damage caused by blue light exposure. Beyond its hydrating formula, it keeps the skin moisturised and regulates oil control for a long-lasting feeling of refreshment.

Why we love it:

  • Sorbet like texture 
  • Minimises the appearance of enlarged pores
  • Fortifies the skin’s barrier 

Price: RM76.80

Where to buy: Shopee 

3. INNISFREE Light Fitting Foundation

We’re adding the new Light Fitting Foundation by INNISFREE to our wishlist. With high molecular film polymers, it adheres to the skin, ensuring long-lasting coverage without the need for regular touch-ups. Thanks to its fluid formulation, the foundation can be applied in multiple layers for high coverage without any signs of clumping or sliding.

Why we love it:

  • Available in six shades
  • Vegan
  • Long-lasting coverage

Price: RM120.00

Where to buy: INNISFREE’s official website

4. Rare Beauty Find Comfort Collection

The Rare Beauty Find Comfort Collection is a must-have on our list of the best beauty launches in December. This collection marks the brand’s debut capsule for body care, featuring four key products: body lotion, hand cream, an aromatherapy pen, and a mist for both body and hair fragrances. With uplifting scents that captivate your olfactory senses, these products are bound to become staples in your kit.

Why we love it:

  • Features relaxing scents
  • Body care products that boost hydrating properties
  • A full collection of body care products

Price: starts from RM97

Where to buy: Sephora

5. Kayali Eden Sparkling Lychee

For fragrance enthusiasts, Kayali Eden Sparkling Lychee is an absolute delight, encapsulating a fruity floral fragrance. Crafted with a blend of lychee, tart blackcurrant, and sweet candied violet, it imparts a cheerful scent that lasts through the hustle of daily life.

Why we love it:

  • Long-lasting scent
  • Sweet  fruity floral fragrance
  • Available in three sizes

Price: RM565.31

Where to buy: Cult Beauty 

6. Paula’s Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer

Meet your newest BFF, Paula’s Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer, armed with revolutionary barrier-repair technology. It contains ceramides, tripeptide-5, and watermelon seed oil, working in tandem to provide numerous benefits. These include supporting natural collagen levels, hydrating the skin, and addressing signs of ageing.

Why we love it:

  • Provides dewy finish
  • Strengthens the skin’s barrier
  • Firms the skin

Price: RM190.00

Where to buy: Paula’s Choice’s official website

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