Carolina Herrera Evokes NYC Glam

Inspired by the city of New York, the bottle for Carolina Herrera’s 212 Glam ($63) is meant to be reminiscent of the NYC skyline during the summer. Representing the neon glow of the never-sleeping city, this limited edition was created for the “young, energetic, stylish and confident women who electrify New York.” 212 Glam’s metallic ice cube top shimmers against the transparent glass bottom, allowing the juice to contrast beautifully with the silvery top, and “shimmer like a summer heat haze typical of Manhattan.” The top notes of toffee and lollipop bring out the sweet, playful side of the scent.
More info: www.sephora.com

Beauty Balm Heals Everything

Beauty balms are all the rage and this one leaves no doubt as to why. The new Heal Everything Balm ($26) from Sarah McNamara Beauty’s Miracle Skin Transformer line, hits beauty counters in August as a single product designed for serious multi-tasking. Dab some on to instantly soothe and moisturize skin, comfort minor weather burns, and reduce skin redness caused by irritation, insect stings and more. The intensive M3 complex contains a blend of more than 30 moisturizers and emollient ingredients such as Tamanu Oil, Evening Primrose and Blue Mountain Sage Oil that enhances the skin’s own natural repair process. The ergonomically designed tube was created to fit the multi-purpose usage of the product. According to the brand, “the aesthetically pleasing design spotlights clean, sophisticated colors while also allowing the true power of the formulation inside to take center stage.”
More info: www.miracleskintransformer.com

Calvin Klein’s Eternity Aqua Washes Up on Counters

It’s like having your own plunge pool or an ocean view of Caribbean waters when Calvin Klein’s Eternity Aqua ($74) appears on the horizon line atop your vanity or bureau. The gradated blues and turquoises flow up the bottle to a crystal clear cap; the slender flacon is a new interpretation of the Eternity signature bottle. A deep blue pool served as inspiration for the outer packaging, which features the same blue gradient as the bottle. The juice is described as “an aquatic floral for her, inspired by the essence of femininity in all its ease. Sexy and refreshing, the fragrance is like a clean, crisp ocean breeze.” Just in time for feeling the heat this summer.
More info: www.sephora.com

OPI Adds Refreshing Scent to Manicure/Pedicure Line

When you have a tummy ache, nothing soothes better than chamomile mint tea. Now that same comforting herbal blend is available to pamper and de-stress skin, thanks to OPI’s latest formula of Chamomile Mint manicure/pedicure scrub or mask ($9.95) and massage ($8.50) treatments. The skin brew combines chamomile to quiet skin naturally, vitamins to help heal and protect and mint to invigorate. And just as with tea, a touch of honey lends a sweet aroma. Pair the scrub and lotion for hands and feet that feel hydrated, refreshed, soft and silky smooth just in time for showy sandals. The simple packaging helps to convey the clean, lightweight treatment and the refreshing scent.

More info: www.opi.com

Ouidad’s New Cream Will Curl Your Hair

Whether you’re craving loose curls or tighter ones, Ouidad has the answer. For the first time, creams are boosting the brand’s product line with the introduction of Moisture Lock Define & Shine Curl Styling Gel Cream ($24) and Curl Quencher HydraFusion Intense Curl Cream ($26). Ouidad says the products feature a new technology to define curls and transform hair from dull to shiny, soft and frizz free. Moisture Lock includes a botanical and vitamin-enriched complex to infuse a dose of moisture that plumps the hair shaft, helping it to maintain its natural curl pattern, while Curl Quencher relies on hydration technology designed specifically for tighter curls. Blue ringlets sweep across the pale aqua-colored tube.

 More info: www.ouidad.com

Elizabeth Grant Exfoliates and Conditions Lips

Chapped lips can make it difficult to achieve a smooth look with balm or lipstick, but Elizabeth Grant has solved that problem with a two-step product called Can You Keep a Secret ($38). This lip treatment duo consists of an exfoliator and a lightly textured deep conditioning balm with anti-aging actives that target symptoms of dry and lined lips. Start by twisting the black dial three clicks. Push the lips to activate the gentle massage effect, and use the gentle exfoliator to lightly remove dry skin cells from the area. Apply the balm to soothe and smooth. For best results, use the exfoliator 2-3 times a week, or as often as needed for prime puckering.

More info: www.elizabethgrant.com