Last Drop: January’s Best Beauty Launches

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Welcome to Last Drop, where you can discover the newest and buzziest beauty launches hitting shelves near you.

PATTERN Beauty had everyone buzzing last year when the Tracee Ellis Ross-founded brand launched its limited-edition Palo Santo-scented Leave-In Conditioner. Now, the woody, slightly minty and citrusy scent is back for good in a new collection. The Palo Santo Ensemble includes a re-release of the Palo Santo Leave-In Conditioner along with newcomers Curl Mousse, Medium Conditioner, and Styling Cream. If you want to step up wash day, here’s your ticket.

When in doubt, applying the right amount of shine makes a look go from ho-hum to spectacular. MAC’s latest addition to the Underground family, a collection of products launched in small, limited-edition quantities, can go all over the eyes, face, and body to dazzle onlookers with a flash of silver chrome or metallic gold.

Cleansing your skin every day is a must, no matter your skin type. But too much of a good thing can really be a bad thing, and using a cleanser that’s too harsh can leave your moisture barrier struggling, even if you have greasy skin that naturally produces a lot of oil. Enter: Tatcha’s new clarifying gel cleanser. The gentle, non-stripping formula’s ingredients, which include Antioxidant-packed kyo-matcha and BHA-alternatives Japanese coix seed and willow bark, work in tandem to clarify pores and reduce oil in oily and acne-prone skin. Another major plus: it also primes skin so that makeup sits and looks better throughout the day.

While we’d all love thick, luscious hair, sometimes, we need a little help. SpoiledChild’s newest launch harnesses minerals, vitamins, AnaGain™ Nu, which reduces hair loss, and Saw Palmetto, which supports hair growth, to combat hair shedding and thinning before it even starts. You can drink it by itself or pour a tablespoon into your drink of choice.

Caudelie’s Resveratrol-Lift Instant Lifting Serum went TikTok-viral last year, and now it has some new siblings. Just like its predecessor, the new cream in the collection is infused with resveratrol, hyaluronic acid, and vegan collagen to help firm, hydrate, and boost collagen production all in one go. And when you've gone through the whole jar, you can pick up a refill!

Colleen Rothschild has been creating skincare formulas for over 30 years, and she’s lending her expertise to those of us with sensitive, acne-prone skin. Her new Gentle & Clear kit includes a cleanser, a clarifying solution, moisturizer, overnight treatment, and microfiber cleansing mitt—all designed to keep your skin calm, happy, and blemish-free with acne-fighting and soothing ingredients like salicylic acid and niacinamide.

Color correcting can feel like magic—a few swipes and your under eyes are brightened and dark circles nowhere to be found. That is, if you have the right shade for your skin tone and undertone. While those with warmer skin have had plenty of peachy and orangey options for years, it’s been more of a struggle for those with cooler undertones—and Huda Beauty’s new color correctors are here to fix that. “Imagine my surprise (and dismay) to learn that there was no pink under eye color corrector for darker skin tones,” says ELLE.com digital beauty director Danielle James. “Huda Beauty is creating a more inclusive beauty space by adding the Cherry Blossom and Lychee #FauxFilter Color Corrector so every person can lean into the ombré under eye trend. The formula is creamy and highly pigmented—a little goes a long way! I found that the Lychee color corrector was perfect for just that—if you want added brightening, opt for one of the peach shades.”

The hallmarks of a good silk press go beyond hot tools and start with the first step: shampoo. The Doux’s Press Play Styling System arms you with every product needed—from shampoo and conditioner to heat protectant and hair polish—to achieve a salon-fresh, silky, smooth press from the comfort of your home.

111SKIN may be known for its incredible under-eye patches and face masks, but the brand is starting 2024 in a new category: retinol patches! Apply on dry skin and wear these patches overnight to allow the retinol to truly penetrate into your dermis and soften wrinkles. For those with sensitive skin, the addition of sodium hyaluronate (a derivative of hyaluronic acid), helps keep your skin hydrated while reducing fine lines. “I was skeptical when I learned that the clinical studies say that you will see a reduction in fine lines and wrinkles in one use. However, I placed it over my smile lines, woke up the next day, and noticed an immediate difference,” says digital beauty director Danielle James. “I have been opposed to retinol because I have sensitive skin. Imagine how surprised I was to wake up and my skin wasn’t irritated!”

Despite the naysayers, aging is nothing to run from. However, it’s important to note that the skin gradually loses collagen as we age, which results in a loss of elasticity, dullness, and other troubles. Dermalogica’s newest launch is a serum armed with antioxidants that help preserve collagen and build a defense against aging.

Smoother, refined skin in just five days sounds a little too good to be true. However, allow Farmacy’s new resurfacing serum to change your mind. In this formula, AHAs and BHAs work overtime to correct rough texture and uneven tone, gradually improving the appearance of fine lines. “You’ll see a difference in days, but the real magic happens with continued use,” says Nerisha Penrose, ELLE.com beauty commerce editor. “I’ve had a cluster of breakouts pop up, and thanks to the exfoliating properties in this composition, I woke up to flatter bumps and an overall brighter appearance.”

Guerlain added artistry to their latest addition to the fragrance collection. Néroli Plein Sud is inspired by the Moroccan voyages of explorer and author Antoine de Saint Exupéry, who wrote The Little Prince. The traditional bright neroli scent gets a deeper aroma profile with a spicy addition of ginger and cinnamon. The scent is distinct and long-lasting. Our digital beauty director, Danielle James, shares, “I sprayed this at lunch, and the compliments would not stop—which always indicates that a scent will get a permanent spot in my collection. It’s sweet and spicy—I cannot wait to wear this on the next girl’s night out!”

If you thought the hype around AHAs was dying anytime soon, Paula’s Choice says think again. Paula’s Choice expanded its exfoliant range to give its cult-favorite BHA Liquid Exfoliant a gentler alternative. Packed with mandelic and lactic acid, this version encourages renewal while reducing sun damage, fine lines, and wrinkles.

When you don’t feel like lighting a candle or revving up the diffuser that’s been collecting dust in the corner, reach for Diptyque’s Anti-Odor Spray. Infused with basil with hints of tomato and mint, this spray makes any room in your space smell like a walk through a dewy garden ripe with aromas you wouldn’t mind smelling every day.

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