Add to cart: The best beauty products to shop this July 2025
1 / 4 Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum in Mist
A product that is convenient and capable in equal measure. Meet the latest skincare game-changer put forth by Chanel: the Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum-in-Mist. The highly-hydrating and nourishing formula from the cult-classic No 1 De Chanel range—which touts formidable red camellia as its star ingredient—has been reimagined in a more lightweight texture that allows for on-the-go touch-ups, shielding the complexion from environmental nasties while also bolstering skin radiance in a single spritz. Apply it to refresh your make-up throughout the day, or simply to give your visage a much-needed jolt of moisture and calming. As someone who is prone to inflammation and heat sensitivity, this bad boy is a godsend. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor
Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum in Mist, $169, available at Chanel Courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana
2 / 4 Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette
It's a classic for a reason. Dolce & Gabbana's iconic Light Blue Eau de Toilette celebrates a quarter-century this year, and still retains all of its timeless appeal. Transport yourself straight to a cinematic summer in Capri with its star notes of crisp apple, Sicilian lemon and sensual cedarwood. Brilliantly, the fragrance has been newly refined by original perfumer Olivier Cresp to offer an intensified aroma that wears even longer throughout the day. More is more—and in this case, all the better. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette, $195 for 100ml, available at retailers including Metro, Takashimaya and Tangs Courtesy of Goldfield & Banks
3 / 4 Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Flower Eau de Parfum
Freshness, sparkling sunlight and salt water: these enticing elements of the Australian coast are all captured by this distinctive new perfume from Goldfield & Banks. Continuing the fragrance house's heritage of celebrating natural Australian ingredients, this creamy and aquatic perfume blends essential tea tree oil, tuberose, coral flower and coconut wax with a base of patchouli and Australian sandalwood. The resulting scent is at once playful and light yet warm and grounding—a must-try for those looking for a unique summer fragrance. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer
Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Flower Eau de Parfum, $268 for 100ml, available at Amaris Beauty Courtesy of NARS
4 / 4 Nars Precision Lip Liner
The foundation of any lip look worth rocking on a day-to-day basis. The NARS Precision Lip Liner does its job. Beyond that, due to its range of 14 shades available in Singapore and its long-lasting matte formula, it defines and sculpts. The wooden pencil glides on with smooth, pigment-packed ease, striking that rare balance between control and comfort. Its matte finish wears weightlessly, gripping without dragging, and staying in place even after a bowl of noodles and a sweet treat. Whether you're contouring for fullness or locking in bold colour, the shade range matches NARS' iconic lipsticks for easy pairing. It may not be the flashiest product in your kit, but it enhances every lip look. — Raushana Salim, beauty intern
Nars Precision Lip Liner, $38, available at Nars
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Courtesy of Chanel 1 / 4 Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum in Mist A product that is convenient and capable in equal measure. Meet the latest skincare game-changer put forth by Chanel: the Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum-in-Mist. The highly-hydrating and nourishing formula from the cult-classic No 1 De Chanel range—which touts formidable red camellia as its star ingredient—has been reimagined in a more lightweight texture that allows for on-the-go touch-ups, shielding the complexion from environmental nasties while also bolstering skin radiance in a single spritz. Apply it to refresh your make-up throughout the day, or simply to give your visage a much-needed jolt of moisture and calming. As someone who is prone to inflammation and heat sensitivity, this bad boy is a godsend. — Emily Heng, associate beauty editor Chanel No 1 De Chanel Serum in Mist, $169, available at Chanel Courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana 2 / 4 Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette It's a classic for a reason. Dolce & Gabbana's iconic Light Blue Eau de Toilette celebrates a quarter-century this year, and still retains all of its timeless appeal. Transport yourself straight to a cinematic summer in Capri with its star notes of crisp apple, Sicilian lemon and sensual cedarwood. Brilliantly, the fragrance has been newly refined by original perfumer Olivier Cresp to offer an intensified aroma that wears even longer throughout the day. More is more—and in this case, all the better. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette, $195 for 100ml, available at retailers including Metro, Takashimaya and Tangs Courtesy of Goldfield & Banks 3 / 4 Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Flower Eau de Parfum Freshness, sparkling sunlight and salt water: these enticing elements of the Australian coast are all captured by this distinctive new perfume from Goldfield & Banks. Continuing the fragrance house's heritage of celebrating natural Australian ingredients, this creamy and aquatic perfume blends essential tea tree oil, tuberose, coral flower and coconut wax with a base of patchouli and Australian sandalwood. The resulting scent is at once playful and light yet warm and grounding—a must-try for those looking for a unique summer fragrance. — Dominique Yohanes, beauty writer Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Flower Eau de Parfum, $268 for 100ml, available at Amaris Beauty Courtesy of NARS 4 / 4 Nars Precision Lip Liner The foundation of any lip look worth rocking on a day-to-day basis. The NARS Precision Lip Liner does its job. Beyond that, due to its range of 14 shades available in Singapore and its long-lasting matte formula, it defines and sculpts. The wooden pencil glides on with smooth, pigment-packed ease, striking that rare balance between control and comfort. Its matte finish wears weightlessly, gripping without dragging, and staying in place even after a bowl of noodles and a sweet treat. Whether you're contouring for fullness or locking in bold colour, the shade range matches NARS' iconic lipsticks for easy pairing. It may not be the flashiest product in your kit, but it enhances every lip look. — Raushana Salim, beauty intern Nars Precision Lip Liner, $38, available at Nars
