August 2026 Beauty Launches: Mascara, SPF
Fara Homidi launches its first mascara with Paloma Elsesser, while Valentino Beauty debuts two new fragrances with Dakota Johnson and Alexander Skarsgård.
Fara Homidi has launched its first-ever mascara, the Pool Slick Lash Lacquer, with a campaign starring model Paloma Elsesser and shot by Zoë Ghertner. Meanwhile, Dakota Johnson and Alexander Skarsgård star in a short film for Valentino Beauty's latest Vendetta campaign, which introduces two new fragrances.
According to a report from Dazed, beauty brands are releasing a range of new products this August. The report covers new mascara, fragrances, skincare, and makeup collections.
New Fragrances and Scents
Several brands are launching new scents. Valentino Beauty's new campaign, directed by Romain Gavras and shot by Inez & Vinoodh, introduces Vendetta Donna and Vendetta Uomo. Donna is described as a floral and woody scent, while Uomo is bold, woody, and spicy.
Byredo has created Suede Osmanthus, an exclusive fragrance for Harrods. It blends peach and magnolia with suede, oud, and labdanum. Aesop's new Antithesis Intense Body Cleanser pairs coriander seed with black pepper and patchouli. Vivienne Westwood's Boudoir fragrance features bergamot, orange blossom, damask rose, vanilla, tobacco leaf, and sandalwood.
Makeup and Skincare Launches
Makeup and skincare launches focus on new formulas and shades. Chanel has a limited-edition Coco Mademoiselle makeup collection. It includes a mauve-lilac lipstick, a nine-shade smoky eye palette, and a delicate pink nail polish.
YSL Beauty is bringing its Skin Affair Soft Glow Cushion Foundation to the UK. It comes in 31 shades in a refillable compact. For skincare, new SPF products are highlighted.
Medicube's No Cast Just Dew PDRN Sun Serum promises hydration without a white cast. Beauty of Joseon's Hydra Shield Body Sun Lotion SPF 50+ uses fermented brown rice and ceramides. The report reminds readers that SPF is an everyday essential.
| Brand | Product | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Fara Homidi | Pool Slick Lash Lacquer Mascara | First-ever mascara, glossy smudge-proof formula. |
| Valentino Beauty | Vendetta Donna Eau de Parfum | Floral and woody fragrance. |
| Valentino Beauty | Vendetta Uomo Eau de Parfum | Bold, woody and spicy fragrance. |
| Byredo | Suede Osmanthus Eau de Parfum | Harrods-exclusive, notes of peach, magnolia, suede, oud, labdanum. |
| Aesop | Antithesis Intense Body Cleanser | Coriander seed, black pepper, patchouli scent. |
| Vivienne Westwood | Boudoir Eau de Parfum | Notes include bergamot, orange blossom, damask rose, vanilla, tobacco leaf, sandalwood. |
| Chanel | Coco Mademoiselle Make-up Collection | Limited edition, includes lipstick, 9-shade palette, nail polish. |
| Medicube | No Cast Just Dew PDRN Sun Serum | Hydrating, dewy finish, no white cast. |
| YSL Beauty | Skin Affair Soft Glow Cushion Foundation | 31 shades, refillable compact, now in UK. |
| Beauty of Joseon | Hydra Shield Body Sun Lotion SPF 50+ | Lightweight, no white cast, with fermented brown rice and ceramides. |
The Fara Homidi mascara comes in the brand's signature acid-yellow packaging. The Valentino campaign film is described as being about magnetic attraction.
