There are plenty of things to do this month, but there is so little time. Between Raya visits, readjusting to the work schedule, and more, the smartest thing we can all do is minimise the amount of time spent getting ready, without losing out on the impact. And the new beauty releases in April 2025 promise to deliver just that.
Plus, we spotted a new trend on the horizon, and that is the capsule makeup kit. If you’re considering taking part in this considerate consumption style, then there might just be a thing or two worth picking up in this list.
The Best New Makeup Releases of April 2025
Dior Prestige Le Nectar Intégral
In this house, we always encourage skincare investments—or skinvestments, if you like—because it always pays off in the long run. The latest from the Dior Prestige range is the Le Nectar Intégral, and it’s powered by 20 years’ worth of scientific curiosity surrounding the Rose de Granville. Lauded for its regenerative qualities, Rosapeptide is extracted by the Dior Science team to concoct an intensely rejuvenating elixir that keeps signs of ageing at bay. Texture-wise, the serum is a sensorial and multitasking wonder to behold. Upon application, the ultra-concentrated serum gives you the best out of multiple textures. You will find that it applies like an essence, where it feels fresh and absorbs quickly. But like an oil, it injects intense nourishment into the skin, all without the overwhelming sensation. And finally, it gives off a velvet finish, leaving the skin soft to the touch, just like a comforting serum.
RM3,250 | Shop here
Chanel Chance Eau Splendide
We’re in the thick of spring, and nothing pairs better with the season than a gorgeous sparkling number. This month, it’s the Chanel Chance Eau Splendide, the latest flanker of the iconic range. And it’s bottled in what’s shaping up to be the colour of the year: a lilac-tinted flacon. The juice itself is unique; the juxtaposition of the airiness of violet and iris, the succulence of peach and raspberry, and the natural freshness of cedar wood make the fragrance a beautiful transeasonal perfume that is not only perfect for the mild spring weather but also one that shines in cold winters. One thing is for sure—the fragrance is concocted for those who dare to bend the rules in the name of joy-seeking, and that is the true magic of this perfume.
RM840 | Shop here
Lumi Beauty Wildflower Dreams Eau de Toilette
Perfect for this Raya season, local beauty brand Lumi Beauty has released a limited-edition trio of incredible fragrances to elevate your festive experience. Our pick is Wildflower Dreams, due to its signature soft airiness that you may appreciate in the midst of all the rich aromas you come across during open houses. With notes of Lily of the Valley, Ylang-Ylang, and Freesia, the juice results in a highly approachable, daily-wear-worthy perfume that will work well beyond the festive season. If you’ve been looking for a perfume that’s both distinct and easy to wear, this might just be the one for you.
RM88 for 30ml | Shop here
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Setting Spray
Just when you think Huda Kattan has done it all, she strikes again. Riding off the success of the Easy routine, her namesake brand is launching an accompanying setting spray as the final complexion item in the lineup. Promising to deliver a soft blur finish that will have you ditching your favourite skin filter, the Easy Bake Setting Spray is also transfer- and sweat-proof, which is just what we all need to lock in our makeup in our incredibly humid tropical weather. Combining the mattifying powers of rice starch and mineral clay with five types of hydrating hyaluronic acids, each application will form a flexible film over the makeup to prolong its wear (for up to 16 hours!) without causing detriment to the skin. Just remember to shake well before you douse yourself with it—it helps the formula to unify and perform better.
RM175 for 100ml | Available 17 April 2025 onwards
eLVes Louis Vuitton
Before we go any further, it’s pronounced as Elles. The Maison’s newest feminine fragrance stars the ultimate floral symbol of femininity, and that is roses. Married with delectable fruity notes of Blackcurrant and Peach to bring a splash of juiciness and aromatic Cinnamon and Ginger (a wonderful surprise), the Louis Vuitton-exclusive Centifolia rose poses a sharp exterior in front of its delicate velvetine petals. Yet eLVes Louis Vuitton remains cosy, and it’s thanks to the inclusion of a Coconut Milk accord. When shopping for seasonal scents, this would be just what you need to add to the collection. If ginger is not a note you come across often in your fragrance shopping, you’d be delighted by just how much brightness it adds to the scent—it can be quite addictive to experience.
eLVes Louis Vuitton launches in Malaysia and online on 17 April 2025.
Fenty Beauty Suede Powder Blush
For those not in the know, Fenty Beauty’s launch of powder blushes may look like a step backwards in a world that has embraced the wonders of liquid formulas. But developers are quietly refining and redefining modern powders, and the latest Cheeks Suede Powder Blush may just be the product that can fill the gap for you. Available in 14 delicious pops of colour (that’s eight shimmer and six matte options), the blushes are waterproof in nature and therefore, sweat-proof. Likened to suede, the formula has a luxurious, buttery formula that’s going to apply like a dream. And true to the Fenty Beauty DNA, the shade variety is inclusive from the get-go.
RM150 | Shop here
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturiser Blurred Matte SPF 30
Speaking of revolutions, Laura Mercier is also taking its iconic products to the next level, and it’s their cult-favourite Tinted Moisturisers. And if we have to choose between the two, you really can’t go wrong with the Blurred Matte version, because the glow can always be added on in your other makeup steps. Formulated with a 91% skincare-based formula, the tinted moisturiser is fortified with French Rose Clay, Eijitsu Rose extract, and White Rose extract to mattify, reduce the appearance of pores over time, and balance the skin’s sebum production. On top of that, the new formula promises to deliver up to 24 hours of shine control and 16 hours of skin-balancing hydration, so you won’t have to fret about any greasiness throughout the day. The best part? It’s actually a buildable yet sheer product, so the outcome is a soft-focus, skin-like finish that will have people doubting that you even had makeup on in the first place.
RM250 | Shop here
Paula’s Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturiser SPF 50
There are more and more categories cropping up in the beauty world, so chances are, we all need to be thinking of minimising our skincare routine. If this is the case for you, then you best go ahead with a hardworking moisturiser-sunscreen that’s also fortified with a powerful antioxidant that’s performing at optimal levels. This latest arrival from Paula’s Choice will cut out at least two steps from your regimen: a Vitamin C serum and a moisturiser. This means you’re getting the much-needed hydration, SPF protection, and brightening action in one fell swoop. Plus, the sheer formula lends itself suitable for all skin tones, so there’s no need to worry about the dreaded white cast.
RM220 | Shop here
Cartier Déclaration Eau de Parfum
Yes, there’s a fourth fragrance option in our beauty picks this month, and it’s one that’s made for those who don’t mind a little edge. Cartier Perfumer Mathilde Laurent set her intentions clearly for this creation: “I wanted to set Déclaration ablaze,” so you can expect a little heat from this one. Déclaration Eau de Parfum is a heavyweight flanker who doesn’t shy away from making a statement. The notes include Cardamom, Ginger, Cinnamon, Tea, and more—not a list for the novice wearer. As the Cardamom and Cinnamon mellow out, what you’re left with is a dark tea scent that will turn heads with its warm sweetness.
RM650 for 100ml | Available at Cartier boutiques
Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting + Blurring Powder
We all know and love their pressed powder, but they are now bringing out a loose version of the ultra-blurring, lightweight powder to give it a more versatile edge. With this, you can bake the face to seal in the brightness and longevity even further compared to its pressed predecessor. But even if the goal isn’t to do those, you have the added advantage of applying the lightest layer on the face. At launch, the brand is offering four shades, including a sheer pink and a sheer yellow for those who are seeking a touch of brightness and colour correction from their powders. It works for all skin types and is infused with Bamboo Stem extract to balance the sebum production, making it perfect for even those with dry or oily skin.
RM195 | Available soon at Sephora
The Ordinary Multi-Oxidant Radiance Serum
Do you subscribe to the notion that more is more? Because The Ordinary sure does when it comes to antioxidants. Instead of amping up the percentage of a single antioxidant ingredient, the skincare company taps multiple antioxidant technologies to boost the skin’s capacity to fight against free radicals and provide multi-faceted nourishment to the skin. The usual suspect, a stabilised version of Vitamin C, improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles. On the other hand, Ginseng extract and EGCG defend the skin from external aggressors, shielding the skin from further ageing damages.
RM90 | Available soon at Sephora
Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum
The latest craze in the lip treatment world is here, and it’s coming from the brand who single-handedly put lip treatments on the map. The Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum is a delicious formula that delivers both intense nourishment and glassy shine and comes in an applicator that is a joy to use. Unlike a stiff plastic tip or a brush, the cushiony doughnut hugs the lip with just the right amount of pressure without tugging at the skin. With six shades to choose from—each with its own delectable scent—you’ll be spoilt for choice with this new drop.
RM85 | Shop here
Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Treatment Spray
Anti-aging care should extend to the hair too. And just in time for the skinification of hair care, Oribe has released a three-step routine under its Serene Scalp range, one that is designed to bring the zhuzh back into our tresses. While the shampoo and conditioner are total basics that everyone should have at home, the star of the show is, of course, the treatment spray. What’s conventionally offered in clinical settings can now be achieved through this latest solution from the hair care brand. Two trademarked ingredients, Capixyl and Redensyl work in tandem to both cultivate healthier hair and reduce breakage by strengthening the hair. The spray promises to deliver noteworthy improvement in three months’ time and is infused with a Densifying Polymer to instantly achieve the body we all long for our hair.
RM391 | Shop here
K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo
You’ve seen this dry shampoo making the rounds online, and it’s finally here in Malaysia. K18 may be known for its bond-repairing products, but this dry shampoo is sealing its status as a hair care powerhouse. If you’ve yet to find a dry shampoo that helps to revive your day three hair—because we’ve all been there, let’s be real—then this is the item to have in your beauty arsenal. It absorbs oil without leaving the scalp dry, and intelligently eliminates odour through its smart-release technology, all while nourishing the scalp with balancing ingredients to keep that oil-control action going for up to three days. Of course, all of these perks are nothing if the product leaves an unsightly white cast, which is the first thing we vet, and this passes the test with flying colours.
RM240 | Shop here
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