With just a few days left before we celebrate the jolly season of Christmas, it is a final sprint to prepare ourselves for the festivities. Amidst the whirlwind of busy days ahead, spending some quality time with yourself is a much-needed session, fitting for the holiday season. If you’re looking to indulge in the latest beauty products before the year ends with a bang, take a look at our list of the best beauty launches of December and add them to your cart right now.

The Best Beauty Launches of December 2023

1. Glow Recipe Cloudberry Bright Essence Toner

We were over the moon when Glow Recipe released its latest product, Cloudberry Bright Essence Toner. This second-ever toner added to the brand’s collection harnesses the power of cloudberry, a superfruit that originates from the Arctic. Despite its petite size, it is teeming with antioxidants, Vitamins C, and E. Lauded for its brightening properties, you can expect a slew of benefits, from evening out the skin tone to fading pigmentation and hydrating dry skin. It also doubles as a serum booster.

Why we love it:

  • Doubles as a serum booster
  • Brightening properties
  • Features CoQ10 to strengthen skin

Price: $62.00

Where to buy: Sephora

2. Rare Beauty Find Comfort Collection

The Rare Beauty Find Comfort Collection is an absolute must-have in our curated selection of the best beauty launches of December. This collection, marking Rare Beauty’s entrance into the body care space, comprises four products: body lotion, hand cream, an aromatherapy pen, and a body and hair fragrance mist. 

Why we love it:

  • Features uplifting scents
  • A full body care products
  • Hydrating formula

Price: starts from $32.00

Where to buy: Sephora

3. Burberry Beauty Golden TB Monogram Collection

What’s the hottest beauty drop this month, you ask? Meet the Burberry Beauty Golden TB Monogram Collection. It features exquisitely curated selections of Kisses Matte Lipsticks in best-selling shades with limited-edition cases, the Burberry Goddess Eau De Parfum Gift Set, and Burberry Hero. These products are perfect for gifting or indulging yourself.

Why we love it:

  • Suitable for gifts
  • Stunning packaging with TB Monogram design
  • Features best-selling products

Price: Starts from $60.00

Where to buy: Metro Paragon

4. Gucci Guilty Elixir de Parfum Pour Femme and Pour Homme

For those looking to elevate their olfactory journey with the best beauty launches of December, Gucci Beauty has unveiled its two latest releases: Guilty Elixir de Parfum Pour Femme and Pour Homme. Created by Natalie Gracia-Cetto and Quentin Bisch, these fragrances are exquisitely crafted blends that evoke mystery for the wearer. The Gucci Guilty Elixir de Parfum Pour Femme imparts an ambery floral scent, while its counterpart features a distinctive ambery leathery aroma.

  Why we love it:

  • Long-lasting
  • Designed with the brand’s signature Interlocking G logo and silver brushed caps
  • Features distinctive ambery scents 

Price: Gucci Guilty Elixir de Parfum Pour Femme ($255) and Gucci Guilty Elixir De Parfum Pour Femme ($275)

Where to buy: Sephora

5. AROMATICA Hand Creams

Show your hard working hands the love they deserve with the latest release of hand creams from AROMATICA. Featuring four variants, it includes Serene Hand Cream Lavender & Marjoram, Embrace Hand Cream Neroli & Patchouli, Mellowness Hand Cream Magnolia & Sandalwood, and Inspirit Hand Cream Basil & Bergamot. These products are curated with hydrating ingredients for long-lasting moisture. The cherry on top is their scent, which features a relaxing and mood-inducing fragrance.

Why we love it:

  • Features four variants of scents  Embrace, Inspirit, Mellowness, and Serene.
  • Intensely hydrates the skin
  • Relaxing scents 

Price: $20.00

Where to buy: Sephora 

6. Paula’s Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer

Paula’s Choice RESIST Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer, the newest addition to its range, features revolutionary barrier-repairing technology. It is formulated with a medley of key ingredients, including Tripeptide-5, Ceramides, and Watermelon Seed Oil. These ingredients complement each other to deliver a multitude of benefits, from providing all-day hydration to protecting natural collagen levels and minimising the appearance of wrinkles.

Why we love it:

  • Seals in the hydration
  • Provides dewy finish
  • Strengthens the skin’s barrier

Price: $59.00

Where to buy: Paula’s Choice’s official website 

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