Here at NYLON HQ, one of our favorite things to do as a team is try out new beauty products and discuss our results. Together we've reviewed tanning drops, hair treatments, and colored mascaras, among other things, but on our own, we're also fiercely testing new products that fit our individual hair, skin, and makeup wants and needs.
From the dozens of beauty launches that have found their way across our desks over the past month, we've pulled 21 items we think you should know about now. Read on for NYLON's top beauty picks from April 2024, including a holiday fragrance in a bottle, a club-ready eyeshadow, a scrub that'll make you rethink face scrubs, a dry shampoo high-tech and much more.
“I haven't used an eye cream as effective as this in a long time. The formula is so creamy and smooth, and after using it for a few weeks I can already feel my dark circles looking visibly brighter and firm”. — Kelly Reed, Senior Social Strategist
The On-The-Go dry shampoo
“This dry shampoo product is genius. Not only is the lime green packaging kitschy and fun, but I love how you can just tap the brush right to the roots where you need it. Plus, it's easy to carry around on the go and throw it in your bag or carry-on.” – Cane
“Bulgari's latest perfume is a romantic summer day in a bottle. I can't wait to make it my signature scent this season; it's sophisticated, seductive and smells like pure happiness. The fragrance was made with the Mediterranean Sea in mind, with notes of Italian lemon and orange blossom, which I love. Whenever I apply this, I feel like I've been transported to the south of France on a sultry July night.” – Cane
“I've never been a big fan of face oils, but this one really does it for me. A few drops leaves my skin looking and feeling satisfyingly hydrated, and gives my face a wonderful glow. The oil also it's the perfect skin prep to add smoothness before using my red light therapy wand.” – Cane
The cream under the eyes
“Overall exhaustion and 31 years old are no match for Murad eye cream! It's truly a holy grail product that I plan to use for years to come. I use a little under and around my eyes twice a day, and my skin has never looked oilier.” — Sophia June, Contributing Writer
The beauty trick of party girls
“About-Face Glitter Eyeshadows are my go-to go-to accessory. Compact enough to fit in the smallest of go-out bags, the shadows are a perfect product for the party girl on the go . Now, About-Face launches Energy Angel, a new collection featuring new holographic eye colors that look amazing under any disco ball.” – June
“The chemists at Addiction Tokyo should be recognized internationally for this mascara. First of all, this formula maintains a curl all day, a nearly impossible task when it comes to my stubborn, straight lashes. It's not your run-of-the-mill blue mascara either standard cobalt; instead, it's a soft blue that's as attractive as a cloudy sky.” — Layla Halabian, culture editor
The elegant home aroma
“I feel like I'm part of the 1% when I light this candle; I instantly feel like I'm basking in the sun on a multi-million euro Tuscan estate that's been in my family for generations. The scent is a sweet and earthy delight thanks to its blend of fig leaves, cedar wood and musk. – Halabian
The “Freaky” fragrance.
“The most precious perfume in my collection is Odile de Gumamima, a wicked and intoxicating scent that takes my breath away with notes of blood orange, dark chocolate, rubber, suede and musk. It's like nothing I've ever smelled before: strange, sensual and truly beautiful.” – Halabian
The SPF skin tint
“I can't stand the feeling of foundation on my face, so I'm grateful to have found the CCC Cream from CLE Cosmetic. There's no heaviness or cake factor, just skin-enhancing coverage that blends easily with my tone of natural skin. And with SPF 50 coverage, what more could you want?” – Halabian
Pilates-proof lip gloss
“This is a true throwback to '00s lip gloss. The thick, nourishing formula is still glossy even after big gulps of water (and lots of puffs) in my pilates class. In typical beauty fashion oar, it also has an innovative applicator; the pointed tip allows for precise application around the cupid's bow, while the curved part distributes the shine evenly.” – Halabian
The perfume inspired by nightlife
“This fragrance is my new obsession. First, it's inspired by nights out in New York, and that really resonates with me. It's a delicious combination of pink pineapple and black pepper that melts into sandalwood and tobacco, sweet, smoky and the reason I've gotten endless compliments on how I smell.” — Faith Xue, Executive Beauty Director
“I usually prefer chemical exfoliants, but sometimes my skin needs a physical exfoliator to remove the dullness. This newly reformulated microdermabrasion scrub is the perfect balance between gentle and gritty, and always leaves my skin feeling as soft as to baby.” – Whistle
The innovative hair refresher
“I'm so impressed by the technology in this dry shampoo. Unlike traditional aerosol formulas, it comes out as a wet mist instead of a dry powder, so it feels like you're really giving your hair a mini wash . It magically dries as you massage it in and leaves my hair fresher, cleaner and fuller.” – Whistle
“Neuraé is a new brand that addresses the link between the skin and the brain, and all of the products have been shown to address how feelings like stress and sadness can negatively affect the skin. I've been applying this serum, which it feels like a tall drink of water and 'resets' the skin to better absorb whatever comes next. It's delicious, hydrating and boosts my dopamine levels after each use.” – Whistle
“I treat my wet hair after the shower like delicate silk, that's right this fragile, and this new Color Wow mist has become a staple in my routine. First, the mist itself comes out in such a fine spray and feels so luxurious. It's more like a gentle, steady mist so you can control exactly how much product is used. It leaves my hair so silky and detangled in seconds.” – Whistle
The simple strengthening treatment
“I'm all about efficiency in my routine, so I love this Kerasilk bond builder. I apply it after I wash and condition my hair, and I love that it doesn't require a full system or multiple steps . Harry Josh told me my bleached hair was the perfect candidate for this product and he was right. I've used it a few times and my hair already feels stronger.” – Whistle
The easy to reapply sunscreen
“Sunscreen every day is essential, as is reapplying when you're out in the sun for hours. This serum stick is a great way to top off your SPF because it's easy to apply without getting hands and it doesn't look or feel greasy I especially like that it doesn't mess up my makeup underneath or leave a weird powder on top of my skin. Sam Neibart, Beauty Editor
The low-effort 3D manicure
“I have absolutely no patience to sit in a nail salon, but I still like to participate in all the fun manicure trends, so I'm always on the lookout for the freshest and most fashionable rushes. The nails from this new brand not only do they look incredibly realistic on gel extensions, but they allow me to have a full set with silver studs in less than ten minutes. —Neibart
The thermal protector for dry hair
“Because it's formulated for dry hair, this spray makes it easy to remember to use a heat protectant when I refresh my style a day or two after washing and blow-drying. It's a mist thin that doesn't leave my hair feeling wet, heavy or stiff, so I really enjoy using it – I hope my hair appreciates the extra love and care.” —Neibart
“Rare Beauty knows blush, and now Selena Gomez has extended her light into the powder blush category with great results. I use the new powder in the shade Happy and indulge in the highlighter because it gives my skin such a beautiful, fairy-like glow.” —Neibart
