As the spring season approaches, it signals a time for a major overhaul to refresh your beauty routine. While we enjoy a perpetual summery atmosphere year-round, it doesn’t mean that you can’t indulge in the plethora of new products released for springtime. Think of it as a perfect opportunity to pamper yourself, as more brands welcome the season with their latest launches. From the Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Trio to the Lancôme Clarifique Double Treatment Essence and MAKE UP FOR EVER HD SKIN Hydra Glow Foundation, here’s a roundup of the best beauty launches of March.

The Best Beauty Launches of March 2024

1. Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Trio

At the top of our list of the best beauty launches of March is the Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Trio. This range includes the Cellular Hydration Repair Cream, Cellular Hydration Repair Mask, and Cellular Hydration Repair Serum, providing a comprehensive skincare routine. These three reparative products are formulated to repair damaged skin at the cellular level while fortifying it with hydration, peptides, and fatty acids, ensuring a healthy, radiant visage.

Why we love it:

  • Repairs damaged skin barrier
  • Keeps skin hydrated
  • Soothing properties

Cons: 

  • Slightly pricey

Price: Cellular Hydration Repair Cream (RM398), Cellular Hydration Repair Mask (RM318) and Cellular Hydration Repair Serum (RM438)

Where to buy: Murad’s official website 

2. MAKE UP FOR EVER HD SKIN Hydra Glow Foundation

Introducing the newest addition to MAKE UP FOR EVER’s HD SKIN range: Hydra Glow Foundation. With a revolutionary formula that seamlessly blends skincare and makeup, it envelops the skin in a hydrating veil reminiscent of a facial mask. In addition to providing long-lasting radiance and blurring imperfections, it boasts an extensive selection of 30 shades.

Why we love it:

  • Medium buildable coverage
  • Ideal for normal, dry, mature and sensitive skin types
  • Contains skin-loving ingredients

Cons: 

  • Light coverage 

Price: RM208.00

Where to buy: Sephora 

3. AROMATICA Rosemary Salt Scrub Shampoo

Our personal pick for the best beauty launch of March is the newly released Rosemary Salt Scrub Shampoo by AROMATICA. I’ve had the opportunity to try this product, and it has surpassed my expectations with its innovative 3-in-1 formula that streamlines my haircare routine. It harnesses the power of pure Andes Lakes mineral salt scrub to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, while rosemary, rich in antioxidant properties, revitalises the scalp. Additionally, it imparts a cooling sensation that instantly makes me feel refreshed.

Why we love it:

  • Gently remove dead skin cells and impurities
  • Contains probiotics and caffeine 
  • Hassle-free packaging 

Cons:

  • The exfoliating salts easily dissolves 

Price: RM158.00

Where to buy: Sephora 

4. Melano CC Brightening UV Essence with SPF50+ PA++++

Our list of the best beauty launches in March would be incomplete without the Melano CC Brightening UV Essence with SPF50+ PA++++. Unlike other regular sunscreens, it elevates its performance by offering brightening benefits. Its high-performance formula combines two types of vitamin C, ascorbic acid glucoside and ascorbyl phosphate, to brighten dull complexions, lighten acne scars, and minimise enlarged pores. The lightweight texture also makes application effortless without leaving any greasy residue.

Why we love it:

  • Refreshing citrus scent
  • Broad spectrum defence from UVA and UVB
  • Contains brightening properties
  • Boosts hydration level

Cons:

  • Some individuals may dislike the citrusy scent 

Price: RM 69.90

Where to buy: Available at Watsons, Shopee, and Lazada

5. Laura Mercier Flawless Lumière Radiance-Perfecting Tone-Up Cushion SPF 50 UVA/UVB PA ++++

Laura Mercier Flawless Lumière Radiance-Perfecting Tone-Up Cushion SPF 50 UVA/UVB PA ++++ is the secret to attaining a flawless complexion in one swipe. It offers a second-skin finish with its duo-toned cushion that balances warm and cool tones. Thanks to the peachy-rose tinted pigments, it adds a luxurious touch of warmth, while the delicately milled Diamond Powder accentuates the complexion with a colour-correct and luminous finish.

Why we love it:

  • Non-comedogenic
  • Long-wearing
  • It doesn’t change colour or oxidise

Cons: 

  • Limited colour options 

Price: Case and refill (RM304), case (RM95), and  refill (RM209)

Where to buy: Available at Pavilion KL, Sunway Pyramid, One Utama, SEPHORA and ZALORA.

6. Lancôme Clarifique Double Treatment Essence 

If you’re looking for the next big thing on our list of the best beauty launches of March, Lancôme Clarifique Double Treatment Essence is your go-to. With over 34 years of research and six patents, the improved formula is inspired by dermatological peeling procedures. With a concoction of four pro-peeling acids, it works wonders to regulate excess oiliness, refine pores, polish the skin to remove dead cells, and renew the skin’s surface.

Why we love it:

  • Improves skin clarity
  • Retains hydration
  • Gently remove dead skin cells

Cons:

  • Those with sensitive skin type should do a patch test as it contains exfoliating ingredients, though the formula is gentle to the skin

Price: 150ML (RM490) and 250ML (RM700)

Where to buy: Lancôme’s official website 

7. INNISFREE x Steven Harrington The Isle Adventure

INNISFREE has collaborated with LA-based artist Steven Harrington to revamp its best-selling products as part of The Isle Adventure. You can expect to see some of its beloved products, including the Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum Set, Vitamin C Green Tea Enzyme Brightening Serum Set, Retinol Cica Repair Ampoule Set, Collagen Green Tea Ceramide Bounce Cream Set, and My Perfumed Hand Cream Set, donned in limited-edition designs.

Why we love it:

  • Limited-edition designs
  • Best-selling products
  • Stunning packaging 

Cons:

  • Only available for selected products 

Price: from RM63.00

Where to buy: INNISFREE’s official website 

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