Rounding up June and July’s most innovative products.
POWDER PLAY
Dry is the new wet. Powders are showing up in a variety of formats for the second half of the year, from L’Oréal Paris’ innovative liquid-to-powder foundation to Oribe’s delectable dry conditioner spray. “Among the fastest areas of growth are less-traditional formats and hybrids,” says The NPD Group’s Karen Grant, “which offer a mash-up of benefits and new applications.”
ORIBE Soft Dry Conditioner Spray, $35
BUMBLE AND BUMBLE Bb Thickening Dryspun Finish, $29
L’ORÉAL PARIS Magic Nude Liquid Powder Bare Skin Perfecting Makeup, $12.95
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ON TARGET
From René Furterer’s frizz-fighting fluid to Nioxin’s styling elixir for thinning locks, a bevy of brands are rooting for hair repair. And no wonder: According to The NPD Group, targeted hair treatments increased 46 percent in dollar growth and accounted for sales of $11.7 million in 2012.
ARROJO Whipped Treatment, $24
DR. DENNIS GROSS Root Resilience Anti-aging Scalp Serum, $54
NIOXIN Rejuvenating Elixir, $14.50
RENÉ FURTERER PARIS Lissea Leave-In Smoothing Fluid, $30
COLOR COSMETICS
ALMAY COLOR + CARE LIQUID LIP BALM This hybrid lip product combines vitamin E and a blend of oils to deliver the hydrating features of a balm with the glimmering shine of a gloss. $5.99
BENEFIT STAY FLAWLESS 15-HOUR PRIMER Housed in a portable stick, this helps foundation stay intact for as long as 15 hours. Reportedly, 94 percent of testers claimed it helped their foundation last longer. $32
TARTE LIGHTS, CAMERA, FLASHES STATEMENT MASCARA This double-sided, two-toned brush features flexible bristles and a vitamin-infused formula to lengthen, intensify, separate and magnify lashes. $23
AVON MEGA EFFECTS MASCARA Replacing the standard mascara wand, this comblike applicator fits the curve of the eyes to define and lift lashes. Available in two shades. $7.99
SKIN CARE
MITOQ POWER ANTIOXIDANT REJUVENATION Purportedly 1,000 times stronger than coenzyme Q10, MitoQ’s signature molecule is said to revive skin cells and prevent fine lines and wrinkles. $185
CHANEL LE JOUR, LA NUIT AND LE WEEKEND Designed to work in tandem, Chanel’s
new trio reactivates, recharges and renews skin throughout the week and is targeted towards a younger consumer in her 20s. $85, $85, $115
L’ORÉAL PARIS YOUTH CODE TEXTURE PERFECTOR DAY/NIGHT CREAM This has perline-p, an ingredient blending three actives to help minimize pores and lines as well as improve skin discoloration. $24.99
FRAGRANCE
MARC JACOBS HONEY On the heels of a triumphant fall collection, Marc Jacobs builds on his empire with his 11th scent, this time mixing juicy mandarin amid honeysuckle and
a drydown of golden vanilla. $72
TAYLOR BY TAYLOR SWIFT
The seven-time Grammy winner’s second fragrance marries top notes of fruity lychee with a heart of vanilla orchid and a base of apricot nectar. $59.50
CARVEN LE PARFUM Perfumer Francis Kurkdjian brings out Carven designer Guillaume Henry’s signature mix of whimsy and simplicity in this blend of mandarin blossom, jasmine and white sandalwood. $109
BOND NO.9 NYC HTTP://WWW. BONDNO9.COM Fusing bergamot amid blackcurrant and amber, this Internet- inspired scent has coded packaging consumers can scan with a QR reader to be taken to the fragrance’s URL for instant purchase. $250
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HAIR CARE
PANTENE PRO-V EXPERT COLLECTION ADVANCED + KERATIN REPAIR KERAGLOSS OIL MIST Keratin and a blend of argan, jojoba, safflower, olive and sesame oils fight split ends, frizz, dryness and dulled color. $13.99