As the summer continues to heat up, finding products that can see us through warm, humid days has likely been top of mind for many of us. Thankfully, this month, brands like Dae and Gen See have released so many new and interesting hair and beauty products to meet our needs and make the climbing temperatures just a bit more bearable.
Amongst all of the incredible newness hitting the shelves, there’s been a few noteworthy finds that have caught our attention, including (but by no means limited to) lightweight styling creams, glow-inducing multi-sticks, and a powerful straightener that harnesses the power of infrared technology. Read on to see (and shop!) a few of our top picks across hair, skin, and makeup.
RANAVAT Renewing Leave-In Treatment
Strengthen and smooth hair like never before with RANAVAT’s new Renewing Leave-In Treatment, which works over time to reinforce and restore hair bonds. Suitable for wet or dry hair, this lightweight, antioxidant-rich leave-in styling cream also helps reduce frizz for up to 72 hours, protect against heat styling and deeply hydrate strands. Powered by RANAVAT’s proprietary Veda⁴ Bond Strengthening Complex as well as Haritaki and Fenugreek, this treatment will leave your hair feeling nourished and more manageable.
Shop: RANAVAT Renewing Leave-In Treatment, $58.00
Nicky Clarke InfraRed PRO Straightener
After launching their first salon-professional styling tool, the AirStyle PRO, in the U.S. last year, British hair brand Nicky Clarke has just released their latest innovation—the InfraRed PRO Straightener. With 11 temperature settings ranging from 250 to 450°F, this revolutionary tool features advanced infrared technology that is designed to gently heat hair from the inside out, minimizing hair damage. Along with having 100% titanium places that are infused with nanotechnology, the InfraRed PRO has an LED digital display as well as micro sensors that regulates the temperature across the plates to ensure full coverage when styling, while also maintaining the health of the hair. Not to mention, this straightener has an auto shut-off feature for added peace of mind and comes with a large slip-free heat mat for easy storage as well as surface protection.
Shop: Nicky Clarke InfraRED PRO Straightener, $249.99
Heavenly by Nia Sky’s Foam Cleanser
After failing to find a skincare product that could meet her little sister’s needs, Heavenly by Nia founder Niamarie Vargas was inspired to start her very own brand aimed towards younger Gen-Z. The brand recently made its debut earlier this month, with the release of two new products, including their Sky’s Foam Cleanser. Named after Nia’s sister, this foam cleanser is designed to remove daily oil and buildup, while soothing sensitive spots— without over-drying your skin. It’s formulated with hydrating AQUAXYL as well as glycerin, aloe vera, panthenol, and chamomile extract which not only help to protect and strengthen your skin barrier, but also leave it feeling refreshed.
Shop: Heavenly by Nia Sky’s Foam Cleanser, $31.00
Nous Haircare It Girl Wash and Conditioner
Nous Haircare may be known for their professional at-home glosses, but the brand is now set on conquering the haircare category with the release of its “It Girl” Shampoo and Conditioner. Formulated with powerful ingredients like niacinamide, silk amino proteins, ProVitamin B5, this incredible duo works to detox, revitalize, and strengthen your hair, leaving it bouncy, soft, and weighless. And along with being color-safe, this shampoo and conditioner are also free of sulfates and parabens, too!
Shop: Nous Haircare It Girl Wash, $28.00 (available for pre-order); Nous Haircare It Girl Conditioner, $32.00 (available for pre-order)
Gen See Straight Flush Glow Sticks
If you’re hoping to achieve a beautiful, healthy glow, you need to get your hands on Gen See’s new Straight Flush Glow Sticks. Inspired by the luminosity of sunlight on the skin, these versatile multi-sticks seamlessly highlight your cheeks, nose, brow bone, forehead, and lips with a bright flush of color. Packed with nourishing ingredients like shea butter, Vitamin E, and hyaluronic acid, these glow sticks are not only very hydrating, but they are also super buildable and blendable, thanks to their unique cream-to-powder formula.
Shop: Gen See Straight Flush Glow Sticks, $24.00
Madison Reed ColorWonder Demi-Permanent Hair Color
Ready to switch up your hair color? Whether you’re hoping to add a pop of color, enhance your existing shade, or add some serious shine, Madison Reed’s ColorWonder Demi-Permanent Hair Color is here to make the process a whole lot easier. The beauty of this demi-permanent color is that it works in just 20 minutes to deliver vibrant color as well as shine and it lasts up to 25 washes, making it a great low-commitment option. Thanks to its innovative formula which features hair-loving ingredients such as keratin, argan oil, and ginseng root extract, it’s able to boost tone, dimension, and depth in all hair types and textures. And with 16 natural and alluring shades to choose from, you’ll have no trouble customizing and perfecting your next hair look.
Shop: Madison Reed ColorWonder Demi-Permanent Hair Color, $30.00
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Fragrance-Free & Protein-Free Defining Cream and Sculpting Gel
If you’re someone with a protein-sensitivity or not a fan of overly-fragranced haircare products, Not Your Mother’s totally got you covered with the launch of protein-free and fragrance-free versions of its best-selling Curl Talk Defining Cream and Sculpting Gel. Just as effective as their original counterparts, the Defining Cream is perfect for hydrating your curls and taming frizz, while the Sculpting Gel perfectly shapes your curls and creates definition.
Shop: Curl Talk Fragrance-Free & Protein-Free Defining Cream, $8.99; Curl Talk Fragrance-Free & Protein-Free Sculpting Gel, $8.99
Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream & Taming Wand
Dae’s beloved styling cream is now available in a more travel-friendly packaging, complete with a built-in taming wand for on-the-go touch ups. This pocket-sized tool is perfect for taming flyaways, styling edges, and combating frizz, making it a haircare essential for these hot and humid summer days. Plus, it’s powered by desert botanicals such as dragon fruit, cactus flower extract, and moringa and prickly pear seed oils to help strengthen and moisturize your strands.
Shop: Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream & Taming Wand, $30.00
