18 new products and launches that tickled our fancy recently
Happy Friday, folks! If your week was anything like ours, you’re planning to kick back, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved rest this weekend, so why not start things off with a little treat? There are tons of new products that caught our eye this week, so we curated a list of the best ones, just for you — some are more practical, others fall into the category of “just because,” so you can pick and choose what suits your fancy.
Bite Insect Repellant
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This ain’t your mama’s bug repellent. No more greasy residue and mysterious chemical ingredients — this formula is entirely plant-based, biodegradable, and even has a refreshing scent that won’t give you a headache within minutes of spraying. It’s gentle enough for the whole family and provides up to six hours of protection from common pests like mosquitoes and ticks, so you can spend less time reapplying and more time actually enjoying the outdoors.
Glamnetic Press-On Nail Kit – Honeymoon
Glamnetic | @glamnetic/Instagram
I am a mani girly through and through, but sometimes there’s nothing easier (and more convenient) than a glam press-on set. These are mess-free and don’t require any pro skills whatsoever to get ’em on. Reviewers love that they can keep them on for over a week without lifting, chipping, or peeling.
Jenny Bird Yaya Arm Cuff
Jenny Bird
Now that the weather’s warm enough to bare our arms, we’re taking every opportunity to deck them out. This cuff is malleable, allowing you to adjust the fit to your preference anywhere along your arm, with an elegant edging for added styling options.
Josie Maran Golden Hour Body + Hair Fragrance Mist
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The scent of summer has landed. We’re talking notes of white musk, amber, and santal, which translates to a “your skin but better” vibe that’s perfect for hot nights and skin-baring outfits. And it wouldn’t be a classic JM product without the brand’s signature argan oil — it’ll condition your skin while also extending the life of your fragrance!
Magic Bag Sport Gel Wrap
Amazon Canada
Use it hot or cold to soothe aches and pains in all the awkward areas of your body. Thanks to its Velcro fastening, you can keep it locked in place on ankles, elbows, wrists, and other spots, allowing you to go about your day while enjoying its therapeutic benefits.
Dr. Idriss Patch It Azelaic Acid Rescue Pimple Patches
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Pimple patches are everywhere, so what makes these different? They are beyond gentle. They don’t just reduce your pimples — they swaddle them. They wrap them up in tender, lovin’ acids and soothing ingredients, quelling redness and flattening even the most bulbous breakouts, all without leaving the surrounding area dessicated and flaky beyond recognition. Acne scarring? Not anymore. Post-breakout hyperpigmentation? We don’t know her.
LuluLinen Oversized Blazer
lululemon
This sleek piece proves that you don’t have to choose between comfort and style, offering both in spades. Its elongated hem gives you extra versatility, offering coverage if worn with sleek bike shorts or short skirts while still looking polished enough for the office. Our favourite feature, though, is the fabric itself — it has a hint of linen that makes it lightweight, breezy, and *chef’s kiss* for warmer weather.
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Ice-Facial Cooling Mist
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This launch could not have come at a better time. Thanks to a slew of fancy-schmancy skincare tech, generous doses of hyaluronic acid, a trio of tea extracts, plus peppermint and caffeine, every spritz will cool down hot, flushed skin and give it a chance to rest and breathe through every heatwave. Like a traditional ice bath, it’ll also help reduce redness, puffiness, and dryness, so your skin can look well-rested (even if you’re not).
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Tomato Vine Liquid Hand Soap
Amazon Canada
Does any scent conjure up summer more than a sun-kissed tomato vine? Swap out your basic soaps for this one — it’s a near-perfect dupe for Loewe’s cult-favourite fragrance, albeit at a fraction of the price (because we’re not made of money), while still offering all the cleansing power that Mrs. Meyer’s is known for.
Sonos Roam 2
Amazon Canada
Few portable Bluetooth speakers deliver this level of sound quality in this small size. The body is completely waterproof, making it the ideal outdoor companion this summer, and the battery life is also beyond industry standard, especially for a speaker this petite and lightweight. We love that you can control it using either the tonal top buttons or the companion app, too.
Babaton Archive Linen Shirt
Aritzia
When it comes to summer dressing, few fabrics are better suited than linen. This breezy shirt is a serious hard-hitter when it comes to wardrobe versatility: tuck it into trousers or skirts, wear it open over a bathing suit, or pair it with your beloved denim shorts for a one-and-done weekend outfit. We also love the two-stage sleeve buttons that allow you to roll them up and fasten them in place when temperatures really start to climb.
Hoto Electric Spin Scrubber
Amazon Canada
Welp, as it turns out, we’ve been cleaning our bathrooms aaaaall wrong. Save yourself the trouble — and your arms the effort — by deploying this scrubber to tackle all your household messes. It’s powerful enough to buff away tough stuff, like soap scum and mildew, and has plenty of swappable heads so you can cater your cleaning power to your exact needs. And when it’s time to reach those dirty spots higher up, you can extend the arm by giving it a quick twist. If you’re looking for something smaller instead, the brand also makes an amazing bathroom scrubber worth checking out.
Milk Makeup Balmade Hydrating Lip Balm
@milkmakeup/Instagram | Milk Makeup
After years of trying Milk Makeup’s various innovations, we’ve come to one major conclusion: the brand can do no wrong. These newest additions to their product lineup are as juicy and hydrating as we’d want them to be, infused with electrolytes (y’know, those fancy little molecules that get you rehydrated in a snap) that draw moisture into your pucker and keep it soft and moisturized all summer long. We’re copping white peach-scented Ion immediately.
Shimmer High Neck One Piece Swimsuit
Knix
Business in the front, party in the back! This shimmery number has plenty of bust coverage (including a built-in shelf bra for extra support) so you can swim, frolic, or play beach volleyball comfortably. The back, however, is all drama, decked out in strappy detailing and dipping dangerously low. The fabric also has a UPF 50+ for added peace of mind in the outdoors.
Sun Bum Cooldown Hydrating After Sun Spray
Amazon Canada
This is going in my cart immediately. As much as I love pretty much any after-sun lotion, the fact that this one comes in a handy spray can is what sold me — I’ll be able to spritz it onto my back and other hard-to-reach places without having to tag in my partner. Plus, reviewers say it smells amazing and leaves their skin soft as butter (rather than greasy), so consider me sold.
UA Sportstyle Baseball Jersey
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What at first glance may look like a standard addition to your sportswear collection is, actually, a pretty versatile wardrobe piece. You can rock it as a light layer over summer dresses, pair it with skorts and shorts, or as a poolside topper over bathing suits — the generous, relaxed fit is super accommodating and comfortable, and that’s before we even mention the breathable mesh that’ll prevent excessive sweatiness when the mercury really starts to climb.
Ole Henriksen Violet Ice Cold Plunge Pore Clay Mask
@olehenriksen/Instagram | Sephora Canada
Sometimes your pores need a nice, deep clean, and this is the mask to do it with. It’ll suck up pollution, dirt, and excess oil, keeping it from settling on your skin and leading to breakouts so you can enjoy a zit-free summer. It has a zesty cooling effect as it dries, which reviewers loved — they also reported their skin felt softer, smoother, and cleaner, but never tight, dry, or irritated.
Organic Cotton Tennis Club Baby Tee
lululemon
Our love for tenniscore runs deep. This cutie top is a callback to the styles of the early aughts, iterated in a slightly cropped silhouette and a super-soft organic cotton jersey fabric that you’ll be reaching for all season — on or off the court.