Lipsticks and sunscreens and perfumes, oh my! May 2026 was a brilliant month for beauty, with brands releasing plenty of products in time for the seasonal beauty bag overhaul. There were innovations in lip products from Kosas, Ilia, Hourglass and Refy; skin-loving launches by Youth to the People, Augustinus Bader and La Prairie; and long-awaited regional debuts from Patrick Ta and One/Size. Here, MOJEH rounds-up the best beauty launches of the month.
Overglaze Hydrating Lip Gloss, Ilia Beauty
Summer makeup is all about products you don’t have to think twice about. Enter: the Overglaze Hydrating Lip Gloss. This ultra-hydrating (non-sticky!) gloss is infused with moisture-boosting benefits to nourish your pout and gently plump with every swipe – the 12-shade range spans wear-everywhere nudes to punchy plums that promise not to bleed or feather. Plus, the formula is cruelty-free and vegan. Shop now
Sun Perfect Air SPF 50 Daily Invisible Fluid, Lancaster
As we curate our summer beauty bags, the addition of a hard-working sunscreen is non-negotiable. Lancaster, the innovator in tanning technology beloved by sun-seekers, has released a weightless sunscreen that marries skincare, sun protection and cell-awakening Air O2 technology. The undetectable formula is available in four variations to target specific concerns including dullness, acne-prone skin, dryness and enlarged pores, ensuring you find the perfect product for your needs. Shop now
White Caviar Light Infusion Eye Serum, La Prairie
Banish evidence of sleepless nights with La Prairie’s science-powered innovation. The serum utilises the brand’s Cellular Complex to reverse damage caused by environmental aggressors, oxidative stress and intrinsic ageing, delivering nutrients that reduce melanin over-production at a cellular level. Plus, it works on all dark circles, from blue to hollow, and is lightweight enough to wear under makeup. Eight hours of sleep in a bottle? Who could say no. Shop now
Unreal Liquid Highlighter, Hourglass
Finding the perfect highlighter is no easy task – a non-metallic finish that won’t lift foundation or accentuate texture is nothing short of a makeup miracle. Hourglass grants our wishes with the Unreal Liquid Highlighter. 12-hour radiance, buildable coverage and a skin-refining finish come together in this subtle formulation, offering a lit-from-within glow that mimics the way light naturally hits the cheekbone. Shop now
Brightening Serum Supreme, Clé De Peau Beauté
A favourite of celebrities including Nicole Kidman, Priyanka Chopra-Jonas and Margot Robbie, Clé De Peau Beauté has long been a skincare staple in the industry and the new Brightening Serum Supreme solidifies the brand’s reputation. Infused with luminous algae extract and a highly concentrated 4MSK, the fast-absorbing serum reduces dark spots, restores firmness and refines the complexion from the cellular level for long-lasting results and improvement over time. Shop now
The Oil Sucker Liquid Blotting Paper Spray, One/Size
If you find your complexion getting shiny throughout the day despite wearing a full-coverage foundation and setting with powder, OneSize’s oil-banishing spray is the solution you’ve been searching for. The Oil Sucker Liquid Blotting Paper Spray acts as (you guessed it!) a liquid blotting paper, instantly absorbing excess oil and leaving you with a blurred, soft matte finish that adds longevity to your look. Shop now
Aqua Allegoria Perle, Guerlain
Guerlain reveals its first micro-pearl innovation just in time for summer holidays. The water-based collection reimagines three of the House’s iconic scents – Florabloom, Rosa Rossa and Nerolia Vetiver – into an intense spritz that can be massaged into the skin. How, you ask? The fragrance is suspended in alcohol-free micro beads that burst onto the skin upon application, leaving a hydrating, gently fragranced veil. Whether you’re incorporating it into your layering routine or spritzing between beach clubs, this innovation is one for the carry-on. Shop now
Phantom Blur Balm, Hourglass
Expanding the brand’s iconic Phantom franchise, the Phantom Blur Balm delivers a soft, cashmere-like finish that wears like a dream. Infused with hyaluronic acid and conditioning emollients, the formula deeply hydrates while offering the payoff of a lipstick; each of the five subtle shades – neutral pink, pink mauve, neutral rosewood, warm beige and berry brown – is designed to give your natural lip colour a boost without looking overdone. Create the ultimate lip combo with the jojoba oil-infused Shape & Sculpt Lip Liner, which debuts three new colours this season. Shop now
Solar Shield SPF 50, Augustinus Bader
The summer heat is relentless and, as the UV index continues to climb, the time has come to switch-out your everyday sunscreen for a stronger alternative. Augustinus Bader has launched The Solar Shield SPF 50, a body sunscreen that provides broad-spectrum protection against UVA and UVA rays while preventing signs of sun-induced ageing. Powered by the brand’s cell-renewing TFC8 complex, it strengthens the skin barrier, soothes irritation, reduces uneven texture and supports an even, long-lasting glow. Shop now
Lip Blur Cushion, Sorbé
Sorbé, the beauty brainchild of American-Lebanese entrepreneur Nour Arida, unveils the Lip Blur Cushion. Despite its matte finish and vibrant colour payoff, the formula provides weightless wear and nourishing benefits thanks to a combination of hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E. Pro tip: exfoliate with Sorbé’s AHA Lip Exfoliator beforehand for the smoothest application. Shop now
Easy Bake Intense Eau de Parfum, Huda Beauty
Huda Beauty debuts its first-ever fragrance, Easy Bake Intense. Inspired by the floral, gourmand scent of its best-selling loose powder, the fragrance harmonises cherry, cinnamon and caramel milk with vanilla and white florals for a long-lasting cloud that commands attention. Shop now
Adaptogen Cleanser, Youth To The People
Skincare aficionados wax lyrical about the skin-saving benefits of Youth to the People cleansers. This gentle milk-to-gel cleanser harnesses the powers of adaptogens to soothe stressed and reactive skin, offering it a much-needed break while restoring and strengthening the skin barrier, leaving it clean without that dreaded stripped feeling. Shop now
Lash Latex, YSL Beauty
YSL Beauty is beloved for the Lash Clash mascara, but Lash Latex offers the bestseller some healthy competition. Providing a lift and length typically only granted by false lashes, Lash Latex holds the curve and length of lashes for 24 hours. The lash-sculpting brush captures and coats even the shortest lash, locking-in lift and colour for smudge-proof wear that simultaneously hydrates. Shop now
Blur Liner, Refy
Refy’s Blur Liner is back and better than ever after a makeover – now smoother and even longer lasting, it effortlessly glides onto the lips to sculpt and define. Whether you’re lining the lips for a gentle contour, filling them in for all-over colour or layering under lipstick to add dimension, it’s easy to see why this do-it-all hero tops must-have lists year after year. Shop now
TripleBright Oxidation Defense Purple Shampoo, K18
Though it may appear counterintuitive at first, purple shampoos are a go-to for treating dullness and brassiness in chemically-lightened hair. K18’s biotech-powered innovation neutralises and reverses the results of oxidation and metal buildup (caused in part by the region’s hard water), penetrating the molecular level to leave your hair brighter and more vibrant with every wash. Shop now
Libre Berry Crush, YSL Beauty
YSL Beauty expands its empowering Libre range with a fruity fragrance that uplifts its iconic lavender heart with plump raspberries, Moroccan orange blossom, creamy coconut and a seductive splash of vanilla. Gourmand, addictive and sensual, this is one for your summer night out. Shop now
Honey Gloss Collagen Drops Hair Oil, Gisou
The fans spoke and Gisou listened. Building off the brand’s original hair oil, this lighter alternative was created for fine-to-medium hair types; it utilises Mirsalehi honey and a collagen active to hydrate, plump and boost shine while controlling frizz and protecting from heat. The compact packaging can be stashed in your purse for on-the-go application – disperse using the dropper and work two to three drops through the hair. Shop now
Lip Pulse Glassy Lip Plumper, Kosas
A far cry from the lip plumpers of the early 2000s, Kosas’ Lip Pulse includes a gentle warm-cool sensation (a pulse, if you will) that provides a visible plumping effect without irritation. It includes hydration, wrinkle reduction and texture refining amongst its laundry list of benefits, and is housed in an easy-to-use tube that keeps the nostalgia flowing. Shop now
Organic King Coconut Oil, King Coco
Moisturiser, hair mask, makeup remover, mouthwash – coconut oil is one of the most versatile ingredients in the beauty industry, yet is rarely presented in its purest form. King Coco, a homegrown beauty brand, presents a single-ingredient oil designed to repair and restore hair, skin and body. Derived from the rare golden king coconut found in Sri Lanka, the Organic King Coconut Oil is non-comedogenic and packed with naturally occurring vitamins and nutrients. Shop now
Xtend Lip Liner Stain, Asteri Beauty
Get the longevity of a lip tattoo without the commitment, courtesy of Asteri Beauty’s latest desert-proof launch. Boasting 15 hours of transfer-proof wear, rich neutral hues and effortless application, the Xtend Lip Liner Stain outlines the lip with weightless, flexible colour that moves with you. With a simplified formula featuring less than ten ingredients, this is one product that does what it says on the tin. Shop now
Honey Moon, Phlur
Vibrant mandarin opens this summery fragrance before unfurling into a heart of orange blossom, honey and saffron, finally settling into the comfort of vanilla bean and sandalwood. Intimate and radiant without overwhelm, the sensual spritz perfectly complements balmy island nights. Shop now
