June 2023 Beauty Editor's Picks

It's officially time to retire our thick moisturizers and moody nail-polish shades in lieu of colors and formulas that are brighter, more lightweight, and flat-out more fun. June is our collective cue to do a summer swap in our beauty routines, and this year, it's even better: The products that we've tried are guaranteed to take our beauty game to a whole other level.

On deck, we've got elegant nail stickers from an iconic beauty brand to elevate your summer nail shades. There's also blush stick that's simply Barbiecore goals, not to mention the perfect nude lip color. And we've got skin and hair products with never before seen formulations to give us the healthiest hair and skin we could dream for.

If you're ready to try something different this summer, let this be your guide. Scroll down to find your new fave.

Head & Shoulders Bare Product Range

To Shop: $9.97; walmart.com

Let’s cut straight to the point: There aren’t a lot of sulfate-free shampoo options out there for dandruff control. And certainly not at an affordable price point. So, when I heard about Head and Shoulders’ new “bare” shampoo formula (sulfate-free, dye-free, and containing only nine ingredients), I was intrigued. After using it for a few weeks, I can honestly say it offers the level of scalp care you’d expect from Head & Shoulders, but more importantly for me, it’s super gentle on my sensitive scalp. Bonus: The bottle, which is made from 45% recycled materials, rolls up like a tube of toothpaste so you can easily use every last drop. —Madeline Hirsch, news director

Pat McGrath Divine Blush: Legendary Glow Colour Balm

To Shop: $29; sephora.com

This blush stick ticks off all the boxes for what I look for in the perfect blush. It has buildable coverage to give me that natural glow-from-within color or a full bold flush for that Barbiecore coquette-vibes that's taking over everyone's socials — the world is your (blush) oyster with this. As an added bonus, it has a dewy sheen for an extra-radiant finish. —Audrey Noble, beauty editor

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.