Welcome to Face Value, Highsnobiety’s monthly guide to the best new beauty products and the brands behind them.
Holiday season is nearly upon us. If you're searching for something to gift your fragrance collector friend, your skincare-obsessed dad, or yourself (valid), October's best new beauty launches might give you some ideas.
From Le Labo's take on lavender to Hermès opulent eyeshadow palettes, these are the October beauty drops worth adding to cart.
Le Labo - Lavande 31
Think of lavender, and you might feel yourself getting sleepy. The purple plant, known for its calming properties, is often used in soothing, spa-like scents – but Le Labo's take on it is far from relaxing. Instead, a shot of citrus immediately invigorates, followed by fresh soapiness and of course, a hit of herbal lavender that will transport you straight to Provence.
Hermès - Le Regard Hermès
Hermès' first foray into eye makeup is here: Le Regard Hermès, a collection of mascaras, eyeshadows, and eyeshadow brushes. There's plenty to choose from – a quintet of eyeshadow palettes come in earthy nudes, blush pinks, and even rich greens. Mascaras are offered in complementary shades: maroon, blue, and green (plus black and brown, if you prefer a more classic look).
Haider Ackermann x Augustinus Bader - The Rich Cream
Instead of draped gowns and tailored jackets, legendary fashion designer Haider Ackermann is designing skincare – specifically, a custom bottle for Augustinus Bader, the cultish beauty brand beloved for its signature Rich Cream. Back in August, Highsnobiety sat down with Ackermann and Augustinus Bader CEO Charles Rosier to chat more about their unexpected partnership.
Selahatin - Four Seasons
Brushing your teeth is a bore, but Selahatin, Rick Owens' favorite toothpaste brand, is here to shake things up. The luxury oral care imprint just introduced a new collection of creatively flavored toothpastes and breath sprays, which are better described as perfumes for your mouth. Inspired by the seasons of Northern Sweden, there's High On The Beach (grapefruit and cinnamon), Steam Will Rise (eucalyptus, cucumber, and orange), Sassafras (sassafras and sarsaparilla), and Snowfall (peppermint and sweet mint).
Dauphinette - 369
Indie fashion brand Dauphinette has created a fragrance capturing the spirit of its designs, which often incorporate preserved fruits and flowers. 369 is a sweet, herbal concoction that stays close to the skin – lemon, fig, tomato leaf, and green tea mingle with musk and wood to create a cozy veil.
