June is bringing the heat - and the beauty drops to match. Whether you’re after sun-kissed skin, glassy lips, or major hair moments, this month’s lineup delivers glow, hydration, and colour in all the right places.
From limited editions to cult classics making a triumphant return, these are the standout launches worth slotting into your routine right now. Expect radiant finishes, skin-loving formulas, and shades that pop - just in time for longer days and warmer nights.
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With beauty brands pulling out all the stops, there’s never been a better time to refresh your shelf and embrace the season’s most covetable trends.
Here are my top must-have beauty products as we look towards summer:
Best Vitamin C
© Medik 8
C-Tetra Advanced
Medik8
Medik8’s new C-Tetra Advanced is a powerful upgrade to their cult-favourite vitamin C serum. It delivers brighter, firmer skin with enhanced antioxidant protection. What makes it unique is its lipid-soluble form of vitamin C, allowing deeper penetration with minimal irritation - perfect for sensitive skin types seeking visible glow without compromise.
The Best Body Scrub
© The Body Shop
Passionfruit Gel Body Scrub
The Body Shop
This limited edition Passionfruit Gel Body Scrub is a tropical treat for your skin. Infused with real passionfruit extract and natural exfoliants, it buffs away dead skin cells to leave your body feeling soft, smooth, and revitalised. The juicy, refreshing scent makes it perfect for summer - a sensorial escape that turns your shower into a mini holiday.
Best Hair Oil
© K18 Hair
Molecular Repair Hair Oil
K18
This is a game-changer for damaged, frizzy or over-processed hair. Designed to strengthen from within, this lightweight oil uses patented peptide technology to repair broken keratin chains, improving hair’s resilience and softness over time. Unlike traditional oils that simply coat strands, K18’s formula works on a molecular level to reverse damage while also offering heat protection. It smooths flyaways, adds shine without greasiness, and is ideal for all hair types. Think of it as skincare-level science for your strands.
Best Fragrance
© Penhaligon's
Daphne Bouquet Eau de Parfum (Limited Edition)
Penhaligon's
Inspired by the daphne flower which blooms in Highgrove Gardens, the private residences of His Majesty King Charles III, this is a truly unique scent that is sure to take a top spot in your fragrance wardrobe.
The fragrance opens up with vibrant blackcurrant leaf and hints of grapefruit, transitioning into a luminous heart centred on daphne flower wrapped in gentle rose and lavender accents. The base weaves in earthy moss and vibrant vetiver for a grounding finish.
The historic British fragrance house is also celebrating its 155th anniversary this year, so what better time to add one of their scents to your collection?
Best Eyeshadow Palette
© Pat McGrath
Mothership XII: PETALMORPHOSIS
Pat McGrath
Expect pigment, payoff and pure luxury. This palette features Pat’s signature blendable, rich formulas in petal-pink, dreamy lavender and green tones. It’s versatile enough for soft day looks or bold, evening glamour. Each shade is silky, saturated and flattering across skin tones. A true collector’s piece for any eyeshadow obsessive.
Best Cream Blush
© REFY
Cream Blush - Plum
REFY Beauty
Who says plum hues are just reserved for the winter? To me, this is the perfect summer shade. REFY have released two new shades of their cult cream blush and plum has to be standout. It's a smooth, buildable creamy formula that seamlessly melts into the skin for a natural sun-kissed flush. The mini packaging also makes it so easy to slip into your bag for travel and beyond.
Best Body Cream
© Boots
Limited Edition Cheirosa 71 Body Cream
Sol de Janeiro
This indulgent body cream smells like a dessert lover’s dream - think caramelised vanilla, toasted macadamia and a hint of sea salt. It’s buttery-rich yet quick to absorb, leaving skin velvety smooth, a touch of shimmer and a gourmand scent that lingers. This limited-edition pick is a spring/ summer staple - especially if you love your moisturiser to double as perfume.
Best Hairspray
© Look Fantastic
Texas Hold'em Big Hold Hairspray
Color Wow
Humidity? Hold it right there.This firm-hold hairspray locks in styles without stiffness or crunch. Designed to weatherproof your ‘do, it’s ideal for big hair days and long nights out.Trust me, I was styled by Dom Seeley, Color Wow's International Creative Director, using the product and my locks stayed bouncy and full for days after.
Best Unisex Fragrance
© Boots
Electric Soul 100ml
Who Is Elijah
Electric Soul by Who Is Elijah is a warm, unisex fragrance that pulses with modern energy. Notes of amber, musk and woods blend with a soft floral heart for a scent that’s both bold and addictive. Chic and minimalist, this perfume is for those who love to stand out subtly yet leave a lasting impression.
Best Cream Bronzer
© Benefit Cosmetics
Hoola Wave Cream Bronzer
Benefit Cosmetics
If you're a fan of the original - this is a must-have. Benefit’s Hoola Wave Cream Bronzer blends like a dream for that post-holiday bronze all year round. With a creamy, non-greasy formula, it melts into skin, delivering a soft matte finish that builds beautifully. Whether sculpting cheekbones or adding warmth, its cool-toned pigment flatters most complexions.
Best Plumping Lip Oil
© Asos
Hot Honey's Plumping Lip Oil
Morphe
Juicy, glossy, and ultra-hydrating, this warm honey-tinted lip oil delivers a sheer wash of colour and moisture. Upon application it gives off a 'bee sting' effect and your lips will start to plump up. It’s packed with nourishing ingredients for a smooth, non-sticky finish that’s perfect for everyday wear. The flattering golden hue gives lips a natural-looking shine that pairs effortlessly with bronzed skin and minimal makeup.
Best Body Wash
© Naturium
The Energiser Mandelic Acid Body Wash
Naturium
Naturium’s Energiser Body Wash refreshes and smooths with a potent blend of mandelic and salicylic acids. Gently exfoliating, it helps unclog pores, improve skin texture and promote an even tone. The zesty scent gives my skin an wake-up call in the shower, especially in the morning, while the formula leaves skin soft and balanced.
Best Hair Mask
© Boots
Method For Curls
Garnier
Designed for curly and textured hair, this multi-use mask can be rinsed out or left in to enhance definition. With a silicone-free, 98% natural-origin formula, it deeply nourishes without buildup. After using it, my coils felt softer, springier and more hydrated. It’s also a budget-friendly way to revive lacklustre coils and keep your curl pattern thriving.
Best Nail Varnish
© Glitterbels
Nail Varnish - Marilyn Rouge
Glitterbels
Global sensation, Glitterbels, once a closely held secret of nail professionals, has brought its beloved products to the public with the launch of its very first collection of nail varnish for home use. There is a selection of 10 must-have shades, from Marilyn Monroe-inspired red to soft lilacs and pure whites. One thing they haven't skipped on is the quality of these polishes : each shade has been crafted with an anti-chip technology and a quick dry formula.
Best Lip Balm
© Elf Beauty
Glow Reviver Melting Lip Balm
e.l.f.
The e.l.f. balm delivers a glossy, hydrating finish that melts effortlessly into lips. Infused with nourishing oils, it offers a hint of tint and a radiant glow without stickinesss. From baby pinks to warm brown's - there is a buttery shade for everyone.
Best Moisturiser for Normal to Combination Skin
© Boots
Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturiser
Neutrogena
A high-street hydration hero, this water-light gel is powered by hyaluronic acid to flood skin with moisture. It sinks in quickly, layers beautifully under makeup, and keeps dry patches at bay. Ideal for oily, combo, or dehydrated skin types, it’s the perfect everyday moisturiser for lightweight, long-lasting hydration.
Best Tinted Moisturiser
© Jones Road Beauty
Just Enough Tinted Moisturiser
Jones Road Beauty
Jones Road’s tinted moisturiser is your skin, but better. Upon application, this product provides sheer, breathable coverage with a dewy finish that enhances your natural complexion. Perfect for low-maintenance days, it hydrates while evening out skin tone. Lightweight and buildable, it gives a fresh-faced glow that feels like you’re wearing nothing at all.
Best SPF
© Boots
Anthelios UVAir SPF50+
La Roche-Posay
La Roche-Posay's SPF's are second to none and if you'e a fan of the cult favourite original, the Anthelios UVAir SPF50+ will be a perfect new addition. This is their lightest formula yet and is perfect to use under makeup. Of course, it also shields skin against ultra-long UVA rays with advanced sun protection, helping to prevent premature aging and sun damage.
Best Lip Liner
© Charlotte Tilbury
Lip Cheat Contour Duo
Charlotte Tilbury
Charlotte Tilbury has created a 90s makeup lovers dream. This two-step lip-defining essential sculpts, enhances and perfects your pout. Featuring the iconic Lip Cheat lip liner and a coordinating lipstick or gloss, the duo gives you fuller-looking lips with long-lasting, smudge-resistant colour. Its creamy, glides on like a dream and stays in place from morning coffee to evening cocktails.
Best Cushion Foundation
© Boots
Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation
TIRTIR
This K-beauty-inspired cushion foundation gives a radiant, second-skin finish. Lightweight but buildable, it evens tone, blurs imperfections and hydrates with each application. Great for topping up throughout the day, it comes in a portable compact that is perfect for on-the-go. If you’re after a natural, dewy complexion, this is your new base essential.
Best Eye Gel
© Belief
Aqua Bomb Eye Gel
Belif
This caffeine-infused eye gel is a treat for your skin. The best part? The cooling effect from the ceramic applicator to hydrate, depuff, and brighten tired under-eyes. Divine.
Best Perfume Oil
© Orebella
Blooming Fire
'Ôrəbella
This debut scent from Bella Hadid’s new line fuses floral warmth with smoky depth. Tahitian monoi flower, exotic patchouli and pink pepper creates a sensual, airy fragrance mist that’s buildable and skin-friendly - thanks to hydrating ingredients like aloe. It’s housed in a gorgeous crystal inspired bottle yet light-weight and doubles as a moisturising mist - perfect for freshening up on the go. This is by far my favourite scent of the quartet.
How we chose:
- Performance and personal testimony: The best beauty buys chosen below are products that our beauty writer, Aaliyah Harry personally rates.
- High performance and consistent use: All the picks selected have been used consistently and as a beauty writer who is well informed, they have all been selected carefully. The products vary, spanning from moisturisers to hairspray, but are united in the fact that they are all high-performing products.
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