Beauty Launches That Are Worth The Splurge This November

From luxe fragrances to skin-first makeup, here is everything you need in your beauty repertoire this season.

Winter is its own dramatic season in beauty — the air gets crisp, the skin gets dry, and suddenly every makeup look needs twice the prep to actually stay in place. With the shaadi season in full swing, the pressure is real. Between back-to-back functions and marathon makeup moments, your beauty routine needs products that don’t just look good on the shelf but actually deliver. The new winter launches are a glam rescue squad; hydrating, long-wearing, and perfect for both everyday glow and full high-definition bridal glam.

This year, winter feels a little more exciting thanks to a fresh surge of beauty launches already making waves online. From skincare that actually stands up to cold-weather dryness, makeup that melts seamlessly into winter-prepped skin, the beauty world is serving some seriously irresistible upgrades. So if you’re ready to treat yourself, here’s your first look at the must-have new arrivals worth adding to your cart.

Dermalogica Power Bright Dark Spot Peel 

If you wish to have flawless skin or substantially reduce your uneven skin tone, Dermalogica’s new PowerBright Dark Spot Peel is designed to simplify what is normally a tricky concern. This 15-minute at-home peel uses a potent blend of 12% AHA + PHA, Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, and an Algae Omega-3 complex to lift surface pigmentation, fade stubborn marks, and even tone without irritation. It's clinically tested across all skin tones, and it delivers visible results in just five uses, making it one of the most promising new launches for anyone looking to tackle dark spots with confidence.

Price: ₹7,000; Buy It Here

Gelsomino A Freddo,  Acqua Di Parma 

Winter perfumes are taking a cosier turn this season; warm, inviting, and still refreshingly modern. Acqua di Parma’s new Gelsomino captures that balance perfectly. This scent opens with a bright hit of lemon, pink pepper, and artemisia before settling into a heart of jasmine enfleurage, orris, and black tea. The base note, featuring gaiacwood, cypriol, and patchouli fraction, adds that extra warmth, making it a crisp-meets-comfort kind of floral fragrance worthy of a prime spot in your winter vanity.

Price: ₹36,6400; Buy It Here

MAC Skin Finish Lightstruck Liquid Highlighter

Good-for-skin formulas are always a winter essential, and MAC is here with the perfect rescue. Their new Skinfinish Lightstruck Liquid Highlighter is a silky, skin-loving glow booster that gives you that dewy, glassy radiance without feeling heavy or greasy. Packed with hydrating ingredients, it leaves your complexion soft, fresh, and naturally lit, whether you mix it with your base, tap it onto your cheekbones, or wear it solo on no-makeup days. The best part is that it comes in a gorgeous range of luminous shades, so there’s a perfect match for every skin tone and every kind of winter glow.

Price: ₹3,800; Buy It Here

Batua Pocket Lipstick, LoveChild Masaba

The Batua Pocket Lipstick is the kind of beauty-meets-fashion hybrid you didn’t know you needed. This clever little accessory doesn’t just look adorable, it delivers a buttery, satin-smooth swipe of colour that feels plush, hydrated, and festive all at once. Inspired by the classic Indian batua, it comes with its own chain handle, built-in mirror, and a shimmer-kissed bullet, making it as functional as it is fabulous. Whether tucked into your clutch or worn as a mini statement piece, it’s the perfect on-the-go companion for the season’s celebrations.

Price: ₹1300; Buy It Here

Forest Essentials Customised Skincare Line

Nothing fixes a skincare struggle quite like something made just for you, and Forest Essentials has finally tapped into it. Their new personalised skincare service blends age-old Ayurvedic wisdom with modern skin science, and the process feels surprisingly intimate. You hop onto a virtual consultation with their in-house Ayurvedic doctors, who take a deep dive into your skin type, concerns, lifestyle, and even your Dosha. From there, they craft a customised formula using fresh botanicals, cold-pressed oils, mineral-rich extracts, and gentle actives - all slow-infused and hand-blended in small batches. It feels less like buying a product and more like receiving a remedy that actually understands your skin. 

Price: ₹3,000 ; Buy It Here

Golden Oasis Collection, Kiko Milano

If you’re gearing up for the sparkle and chaos of shaadi season, consider this your cue to refresh your beauty bag. KIKO Milano’s new Golden Oasis collection feels like it was made for brides, bridesmaids, and anyone who wants that lit-from-within glow that lasts from the pheras to the final sangeet track. Think feather-light tinted face cream for a soft-focus base, lip-and-cheek tints that survive even the emotional moments, and a volumising mascara that frames your eyes without clumping or smudging. It’s basically your entire wedding-look checklist wrapped into one festive, gold-dusted lineup - effortless, radiant, and celebration-ready.

Price: ₹1,550; Buy It Here

Aquacolor Candy Pack, Aqualens 

A full glam look is incomplete without coloured contact lenses that tie everything together, and Aqualens Coloured Lenses does exactly that. Available in universally flattering shades like Mocha Brown, Walnut Brown, and Mystery Brown, these lenses add instant depth and dimension, elevating your makeup without ever looking overdone. The ultra-soft Polymacon material keeps them lightweight and hydrating, while 97% UVB protection ensures your eyes stay comfortable all day. Consider it the easiest way to add a touch of luxe to your sultry shaadi-season glam, from morning rituals to midnight dance floors.

Price: ₹188; Buy It Here

The Champi Slick Stick, ​indē wild

The slick-back bun just got its biggest upgrade yet, thanks to indē wild’s new Champi Slick Stick. If you’re someone who wants that “snatched” pulled-back look without the crunchy texture, flaking, or endless touch-ups, this 3-in-1 styler is about to become your new handbag essential. Infused with the brand’s signature Champi Oil Concentrate, bond-repairing keratin, peptides, and Ayurvedic superherbs, it doesn’t just tame frizz and flyaways; it actually strengthens your hair with every swipe. Whether you're rushing to a meeting, stepping out for dinner, or fixing your bun in the car mirror, this little stick keeps everything smooth, sleek, and effortlessly polished. 

Price: ₹999; Buy It Here

The NARS Mini Icons

Ditch stacking your makeup bag with tons of bulky products that never quite make the cut for travel - this season is all about packing smarter, not heavier. NARS just solved the on-the-go beauty dilemma with a lineup that’s tiny in size but huge on payoff. Their new Mini Icons range brings all the brand’s cult favourites into chic, travel-friendly versions that slip into the smallest clutch without sacrificing pigment, performance or polish. The mini range includes their much-loved products like creamy concealer, climax mascara, light reflecting setting powder, laguna Bronzer and mini blush - all perfectly portable and ready for touch-ups anytime, anywhere. 

Price: ₹1,800; Buy It Here

Etude Fruity Lip & Cheek Blur Balm

This little lip and cheek blur balm from Etude is the kind of product you toss into your bag once and suddenly can’t live without. It gives that soft, diffused 'blurred' wash of colour that’s trending everywhere right now, melts seamlessly into the skin, and leaves your lips and cheeks looking naturally flushed. The fruity shades are super wearable for Indian skin tones, and if you love low-effort, glowy makeup with maximum payoff, this one’s a no-brainer.

Price: ₹950; Buy It Here

Innisfree Green Tea Ceramide Milk

The Innisfree Green Tea Ceramide Milk Toner is your new winter skin saviour — truly a cuddle for dehydrated, sensitive skin. Enriched with green tea-derived ceramides and nine types of hyaluronic acid, it delivers deep, layered hydration that brings instant relief to tight, flaky winter skin. Powered by Super Green Tea, it strengthens the moisture barrier while keeping your complexion soft, plump, and soothed all season long. The lightweight, milky texture absorbs in seconds without any heaviness or stickiness, making it the perfect one-step reset your skincare routine has been craving for so long.

Price: ₹1,450 ; Buy It Here

Schwarzkopf Professional’s OSiS+ Smooth and Shine Range

If you’re dreaming of hair that looks like it was styled by a pro, but feels effortless enough for every day, the Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+ Smooth & Shine range is such a game-changer. Think silky smooth strands, frizz under control, and that gorgeous soft shine that catches the light without ever feeling greasy. The lineup has everything your routine needs, from an anti-frizz serum that keeps hair polished to a heat-protecting spray that makes straightening a breeze, to a brilliance mist that adds instant glow, and even a multi-benefit shield for long hair that deals with humidity, pollution, and daily wear. It’s basically your go-to styling support system for hair that stays sleek, touchable, and glossy no matter where the day takes you.

Price: ₹1,056 ; Buy It Here

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion SPF 50

If there’s one winter launch your skin will thank you for, it’s Clinique’s iconic Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion, now upgraded with SPF 50. Think of it as your trusted everyday hydrator, but smarter: the same silky, lightweight texture you love, now shielding your skin from harsh UVA/UVB rays while keeping it calm, soothed, and cushion-soft through the dry months. It absorbs beautifully, never pills under makeup, and feels like a protective cocoon without the greasiness or white cast we dread in sunscreens. If you’re looking for a no-fuss, dermatologist-developed moisturiser that hydrates, strengthens your barrier, and fits effortlessly into your winter routine, this one deserves a prime spot on your shelf.

Price: ₹3,500 (75ml); Buy It Here