Take it from us – these were the 9 very best beauty products to make their debut in June
From a milky self-tan toner to a volumising mascara, June has been a month and half for newcomers to the beauty world
After dedicating the last 18 months to religiously trying a plethora of beauty newness, I'd say I'm pretty well placed to say which products deserve to be on your radar.
Every month I spritz, slather and blend my way through scores of new beauty launches and this month is no different. Throughout June, I've had my hands on all-new contenders for the lists of best volumising mascara, the best fake tans for the face and long-lasting perfumes.
While I tried dozens of different formulas that landed on my desk over the last few weeks, I whittled them down to a list of my 9 favourite buys that cut through the noise and left a standout impression on me. So, buckle up because June was a good'un...
The 9 best newcomers to the beauty market this month
If you don't keep in the loop, the beauty world can sometimes leave you feeling like you're chasing your tail. New products seem to launch left, right and centre but that's what I'm here for. It's literally my 9-5 job to not only keep on top of all the new products that make their debut on the market, but to also try them first before you spend your hard-earned money on them.
RRP: £24
Now, let me preface this by saying, I'm not usually the one to opt for the best volumising mascaras. I'll typically choose the best mascaras for straight lashes that will add long-lasting length and curl. That said, this all-new volumising mascara from Merit Beauty has taken me by surprise. Testing out the brown shade, I initially noted its teeny tiny brush that really gets in there at the roots and thoroughly coats every lash. It immediately and noticeably boosts volume, without leaving the lashes looking spidery or clumpy. Instead, it gives the lashes a fuller, fanned out appearance, whilst remaining natural-looking too.
RRP: £27
I'll let you in on a little secret, I first got my hands on this entire collection back in February and I've been slathering them onto my pout ever since. My personal favourite unexpectedly has been 'Reddo', which caught me off guard as I usually opt for a nude number, however the red shade is so subtle and sheer that it just shows up as a 'your lips but better' tint. In fact, I've loved these lip balms so much that I'm already running low on each of them. Their balmy texture transforms into a silky oil that makes them incredibly comfortable and lightweight to wear, not to mention, it gives them an ultra glossy finish.
RRP: £62 for 30ml
"True to its name, Maison Margiela's new Replica perfume does smell like chasing sunsets - it's radiant and juicy, with opening notes of mango, followed by tuberose and cardamom. Hints of creamy vanilla and its base of sandalwood bring a sun-soaked warmth that would be so perfect on a summer's evening. Definitely one to consider if you're jetting off on holiday and need a sunny scent to take with you."
~ Naomi Jamieson, Digital Beauty Writer at woman&home
RRP: £39
This milky tan toner gets an A+ for innovation, being the first of its kind on the self-tan market. It boasts a mist applicator that means you simply spritz the formula onto your complexion, whether bare-faced or can even be worn underneath makeup. This formula is also packed full of many popular Korean skincare ingredients, such as centella PDRN, liquorice root and primalhyal hydral, which work to hydrate, calm and repair the skin barrier – plus, reduces redness and balances oil. It delivers an utterly natural-looking warmth to the face, while also imparting a luminous healthy glow.
RRP: £20-£45
Once a limited-edition scent in the US, after popular demand, Salt & Stone have made Lily and Yuzu a permanent addition to their bodycare lineup. Inspired by sun-drenched landscapes, cloudless skies and blue water, the scent in question is fresh, sparkling and coastal. It opens with refreshing notes, then reveals a green-floral heart, before drying down to a musky, cedar base. I also love how you can shop the scent in the form of a deodorant, body mist and body wash – or all of the above.
RRP: £135
"For all our green perfume fans, Escentric Molecules' new blend Molecule O1 + Clary Sage is all herbaceous freshness and radiant, sun-dried warmth. It's seriously aromatic and intriguing, blending the brand's signature musk and skin-like notes with a symphony of rich woods and fresh herbs."
~ Naomi Jamieson, Digital Beauty Writer at woman&home
RRP: £65
Meet Aromatherapy Associates' latest collection, Desert Therapy – the brand's newest blend in seven years. A cocktail of frankincense, sandalwood and oud offer a warm and woody aroma that's designed to help ground the senses and induce a focused calmness. The scent is full of warmth, comfort and softness, while oozing luxury. As for the Bath & Shower Oil, it can be massaged into the body before bathing to help soothe and encourage tranquility. However, the range also makes home a nourishing body oil and an essential oil, too.
RRP: £65
A little fun fact about me, I used to wear Victoria Secret's original Bombshell fragrance not too long ago, so the perfume has a nostalgic feel to me. You can imagine my excitement to hear the launch of an all-new iteration, Bombshell Bronze. Upon first spritz, it's a true summertime tropical beachy scent, like golden hour bottled. It opens with notes of sweet and juicy mango, before unveiling sun-soaked peony at its heart and a base of tanning oil accord to complete the scent.
RRP: £200
"Honeyed and resinous, Floris' new Celest is both familiar and enigmatic. There are soft, comforting wafts of chamomile, which remind me of sipping on hot, herbal teas, but also touches of smoky incense, balsamic notes, cedar and golden honey. It's a very opulent, antique-y sort of smell, which I can imagine being a hit among those who favour more aromatic, spicy and woody fragrances. It's definitely one of the most unique and sophisticated scents I've smelt in a while."
~ Naomi Jamieson, Digital Beauty Writer at woman&home
In other news...
👄 Glow Recipe's hydrating and shine-boosting lip treatment, Glass Balm, celebrated its first birthday
💁♀️ Permanent hair colour brand, Naturtint, launched at Boots
🇬🇧 Natural skincare company, Jurlique, relaunches in UK with three new masks – the Soothing Water-Cream Mask, Purifying Clay Mask and Peeling Jelly Mask
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‼️ We also have to give honourable mentions to a handful of other new launches we got our hands on this month, such as the Iconic London Soft Touch Blush, Uni water based fragrances, Byredo Body Mists and the Trinny London Lip Reset Kit.

Sennen is Digital Beauty Writer at woman&home, where she shares the latest beauty launches, trending buys and personal product recommendations, from makeup and hair to skincare and nails. She is also a judge for the annual woman&home Haircare, Skincare and Beauty Awards.
Previously, Sennen achieved a First Class Fashion and Beauty Journalism degree at Birmingham City University, before undertaking her role as Junior Digital Fashion and Beauty Editor at FROW Magazine. During this position, she wrote about the latest industry news, new product launches, viral trends and thoroughly reviewed a lineup of beauty products. Since leaving FROW, Sennen has gone on to create fashion, beauty and lifestyle content with numerous brands, including Who What Wear UK, HuffPost UK and Harvey Nichols.
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