

It’s a new month and you know the drill: it’s time to sift through the freshest beauty drops. And November did not disappoint. There’s been a serious spike in products that blur the line between makeup and skincare—the skin-first, glow-boosting formulas that make you wonder why everything isn’t made this way already.
So we tested the newest arrivals of the month and narrowed it all down to 10 standout finds worth your vanity space. These aren’t just your nice-to-have products—they’ll become the ones you gatekeep, then immediately recommend because good things deserve to be shared.
From hybrids that make your skin look fresh even on low-sleep days to formulas that feel like tiny acts of selfcare, each pick has earned its spot. Full disclosure: we’ve already repurchased most of them—just in case they sell out again.
When Fenty Skin launches something new, we don’t just pay attention, we lean in. Their latest drop is the mini whipped body cream duo. What makes this launch a standout is how it brings deep hydration and a glossy finish together. The cream is loaded with shea butter, mango butter and a blend of seven luxe oils—so you’re getting barrier strength, antioxidant-rich care and a healthy, velvety sheen that makes your skin look hydrated for hours.
The texture melts in without the heaviness while the glow hits instantly. If you’re already hunting for holiday gifts (or just want to treat yourself), consider your search officially over. This duo is the kind of crowd-pleaser that never stays in stock for long.
This is your official cue to clear a little space on your bathroom shelf—the House of HUR cleansing balm is about to replace your current fave. The brand has finally landed on Tira and their bestseller, the Midnight Soothing Cleansing Balm, is already a hit for all the right reasons. The texture offers a full experience: it starts as a cream, melts into an oil and transforms into a milky emulsion that sweeps away impurities, excess sebum and even the most stubborn waterproof makeup. Basically, it’s the cleanser that does it all. Packed with black rice, chia seeds and chestnut shell extract, it doesn’t just clean—it comforts. Think hydration, calmness and zero tightness post-rinse. Use it solo or pair it with your favourite foam cleanser for a perfectly balanced double cleanse.

Thought serums were just for your face? The Ordinary is here to prove you wrong. Their newest drop is a lip serum that exfoliates, brightens and plumps all at once. The hero formula is the 5% PHA, a gentle exfoliant that buffs away dead skin without the sting. And before you wonder if that might disrupt your lip barrier, they’ve already solved it. The formula is cushioned with glycerin, so while PHA smoothes, glycerin hydrates and repairs the barrier. With consistent use, expect lips that look plumper, smoother, more radiant and healthy. Apply a thin layer on clean, dry lips every other evening. Let it dry completely, then follow with a lip balm if you need a little extra moisture.
Rom&nd never misses when it comes to products that belong on your moodboard; and this one is no exception. Their new double-glazed, high-shine gloss delivers vibrant colour with a subtle plumping effect, all while staying featherlight and non-sticky. The texture is glossy-meets-airy and gives an intense shine without the heaviness. And thanks to a nourishing blend of fruit oils and hyaluronic acid, your lips stay hydrated, smooth and radiant long after the gloss settles in. The best part? The fruit-inspired colours don’t just look fresh; they last. Think up to 12 hours of even, fade-free wear with zero patchiness. If your current lip tint isn’t delivering comfort, moisture and a mirror-like finish in one swipe, consider this your sign to swap.
When it comes to highlighter, catching the light is the bare minimum. If yours isn’t doing that, it’s time to upgrade to the See Through Veillighter. This formula has been turning heads and once you try it, you’ll understand why. The finish is luminous without being loud, giving you a soft, everyday glow. But it’s also buildable, so when your next soirée rolls around, you can dial it up for a more amplified, glassy look. What truly sets it apart is the blurring effect. It smoothes over pores, creating a velvety, dewy finish that makes your skin look naturally lit-from-within. It’s the kind of highlighter you don’t realise you’re missing until it becomes the one you reach for every single day.
Youth To The People has always been ahead of the curve with their superfood-powered formulas and their newest launch puts papaya in the spotlight—this time, as a double-duty gel cleanser. It cleanses and exfoliates, sweeping away impurities for brighter, smoother skin. Powered by an AHA + BHA complex, it gently refines the skin, minimises the look of pores and supports natural cell turnover without leaving your skin feeling stripped. But the formula goes beyond the complex. The superfood blend—papaya, vitamin C and ginger root—adds antioxidant strength, helping defend your skin from daily environmental stressors while boosting overall radiance. The result? Clean, refreshed skin that feels balanced in minutes.
TIRTIR is already iconic for its viral red cushion foundation—your feed has seen it, loved it and you’ve probably saved it. And now, they’re back with another cushion foundation that deserves its own spotlight. The Mask Fit Aura Cushion is designed to give you a radiant, semi-glow finish, with zero heaviness. It evens out skin tone, blurs blemishes and melts in smoothly. Even better, it packs serious hydration, promising to keep your skin smooth and comfortable for up to 72 hours. On the skincare side, the formula comes loaded with white hyaluronate, birch sap and algae extract—ingredients that nourish, soothe and support overall skin health while giving you a lit-from-within glow. Plus, it’s infused with SPF for daily sun protection. This is one cushion foundation you definitely shouldn’t sleep on.
We’ve all had those days where we’re supposed to be out the door in five minutes and a full beauty routine is simply not happening. Akind felt that energy and delivered the right product. The One For All Multi Tint is designed for lips, cheeks and lids, giving you instant colour while also supporting your skin barrier. The tint comes in six versatile shades. It blends smoothly, leaving a soft-focus, cloud-like finish that looks naturally flushed. Thanks to the hyaluronic acid complex, jojoba oil and a peptide complex, it nourishes while it tints. The buildability is a win too: dab once for a subtle wash of colour or layer up for something bolder. And the packaging? A pocket-sized bottle with an eyelet-style wand that makes application precise, quick and mess-free. You already know what’s going in your cart.
Clinique's newest launch takes the brand’s cult-favourite yellow moisturiser and gives it the one thing we’ve all wished it had—SPF 50. What makes this formula stand out is how seamlessly it merges deep hydration with high-level sun protection. You get that classic, silky moisture Clinique is known for, paired with broad-spectrum defense that keeps skin calm, cushioned and protected all day.
The texture stays lightweight and comfortable, never greasy or chalky, while the SPF blends in without leaving a trace. If you’ve been looking to streamline your morning routine, this is the upgrade that makes everything easier. It’s the kind of daily essential that slips into your routine and instantly feels like it was always missing.
There’s no way we could wrap up this list without spotlighting our very own first-ever makeup launch: the Tira Peptint. But this lip tint goes well beyond colour. Infused with collagen-boosting peptides and four nourishing oils and butters, it leaves your lips hydrated, plump and repaired with every swipe. The shade range? A total win. Nine flattering shades, each designed to match every mood. And because we love a little extra moment, every shade comes with its own charm—cute and very Tira-coded. It’s the back-pocket essential you’ll want on you at all times. Wear it solo for a soft, juicy tint or layer it over your favourite lipstick for added shine and cushion.

