Beauty Notes | 23 July 2026
Sol de Janeiro Goes Gourmand
Sol de Janeiro is leaning further into the gourmand fragrance trend with two new perfume mists inspired by comforting Brazilian treats. The collection includes Leite Café, a creamy coffee scent with coconut milk and lychee sorbet, and Leite Néctar, a fruity blend of peach, coconut milk, and sweet cream inspired by the classic dessert pavê de pêssego. While the mists are already available in the US, they’ll launch exclusively at Sephora in the UK on 2 August before rolling out nationwide on 2 September.
Prequel Appoints New CEO
Prequel is preparing for its next stage of growth with the appointments of Nathalie Kristo as CEO and Toral Patel as Chief Marketing Officer. Kristo previously held senior roles at L’Oréal, NYX Professional Makeup, and Huda Beauty, while Patel joins after leading marketing and e-commerce at Kopari Beauty.
Westman Atelier Introduces Peau de Pärla
Westman Atelier has just dropped Peau de Pärla, a cream highlighter for the cheeks, eyes, and lips inspired by the luminous finish of a pearl. Alongside its soft, skin-like sheen, the formula is infused with jojoba oil, caper extract, and sunflower seed wax to help hydrate and comfort skin and extend wear. It’s available now exclusively at westman-atelier.com for $76 in the US and £69 in the UK.
Armani Beauty Names Eileen Gu Ambassador
Armani Beauty has tapped Olympic freeskier Eileen Gu as its newest global makeup ambassador. Best known for her record-breaking skiing career, Gu will now front campaigns for Lip Maestro and Armani Dolci Blush, joining fellow ambassadors Cate Blanchett, Sydney Sweeney, and Kendall Jenner.
Haruharu Wonder Launches US Sunscreen
Haruharu Wonder is bringing its barrier-first approach to sun protection with the launch of Centella Calm Cloud SPF 60+, the brand’s first sunscreen developed specifically for the US market. Blending centella asiatica, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides, the lightweight formula promises broad-spectrum SPF 60+ protection without leaving a visible white cast. It’s available now exclusively on Amazon US for an introductory price of $18 through August, before increasing to $22.
Phytomer Returns to the UK
Phytomer is relaunching across the UK, bringing its marine-powered skincare to more spa destinations nationwide. Founded in Brittany, France, the family-run brand develops its marine and botanical active ingredients in-house and has earned EcoVadis Platinum status, an accolade awarded to the top 1% of companies worldwide for sustainability.