The 10 Must-Have Beauty Products This Summer, As Recommended by a Fashion Editor Passionate About Products

      Welcome to the beauty edition of 10 Things to Buy! This month, I'm launching my curated shopping list specifically for beauty products, starting with the top 10 items to pick up for the summer of 2026. Each month, I share my favorite fashion finds with Who What Wear readers, and as a self-proclaimed beauty shopping enthusiast, I felt it was time to present my seasonal beauty recommendations too. If you keep an eye on beauty product launches, you might have noticed a surge of new releases across all categories—makeup, skincare, fragrance, nails, and beauty tools included. With the season in mind, beauty brands are focusing on sun-kissed, radiant products, beach-inspired fragrances, and, of course, UV protection. I've been placing plenty of orders lately and can confidently speak on most of my top 10 choices. I'm excited to recommend these 10 beauty products. Keep reading to shop them all (and thank me later).

      **Nars Insatiable Longwearing Liquid Blush**

      I’ve been eagerly anticipating the new Nars liquid blushes since I first heard about them. After trying them, I can say the color range is impressive, the finish is beautifully glowy yet remarkably long-lasting, and they layer exceptionally well. While I'd happily buy them all, here are my top color picks for a strategic selection.

      - Nars Insatiable Longwearing Liquid Blush in Brash

      - NARS Insatiable Liquid Blush in Orgasm Lust

      - Nars Insatiable Longwearing Liquid Blush in Fast Ride

      **Yves Saint Laurent Skin Affair Soft Glow Cushion Foundation**

      This is fresh off the press! Yves Saint Laurent has just released its innovative cushion foundation, and I’m definitely intrigued. The description claims it’s lightweight and breathable, yet long-wearing with medium coverage. It sounds like the ideal summer foundation, and it comes in an impressive 31 shades.

      **Victoria Beckham Posh Gloss in Cabana**

      Victoria Beckham has reformulated its Posh Gloss to make it smoother and more plumping, which is already exciting news. I want to spotlight the new shade they added to the collection, which is simply beautiful. Cabana is a lovely rosy pink with fantastic pigmentation, leaning slightly cool yet universally flattering. I anticipate it will be a staple in my summer routine.

      **Lore Sublimity Eau de Parfum With Coconut Water**

      Disclaimer: Lore's Sublimity is not brand new, but it's gaining more buzz than ever. This refreshing summer fragrance features notes of coconut, musk, and sea salt—exactly how I’d choose to smell during this time of year.

      **Ilia Sun Serum**

      I've been using this SPF almost exclusively since I got it a few weeks ago. It’s available in two sheer tones and offers a perfect soft-focus base for makeup. I can’t stand face SPFs that feel and smell like sunscreen, and this one is completely different. Plus, it helps control shine throughout the day.

      - Ilia Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 With 8-Hour Oil Control in Light-Medium

      - Ilia Sun Serum Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 With 8-Hour Oil Control in Medium-Deep

      **Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Baigneuse**

      I always have a sense of nostalgia for Chanel's seasonal nail colors; I've been following them since my teenage years. This summer's ocean blue shade, Baigneuse, is particularly special and has already sold out on Chanel's website. However, it’s still available at Nordstrom, so don’t wait too long. If you see me wearing sandals this summer, this will be the color on my toes—guaranteed.

      **Augustinus Bader The Overnight Restorative Cream**

      Believe me—I'll only recommend something in this price range if I truly think it's worth it, and Augustinus Bader's Overnight Restorative Cream definitely is. It feels incredibly lightweight (perfect for summer!) and absorbs quickly, so there's no heavy night cream feeling. Even after just five hours of sleep, I wake up with glowy skin, reduced puffiness, and an even complexion. My sample is running low, and I’m ready to invest in a full-sized bottle.

      **JVN Air Dry Volumizing Wave Spray**

      In the summer, I want to avoid using a hair dryer and achieve beachy waves daily. I love that the new JVN Air Dry Volumizing Wave Spray is salt-free, eliminating the crunchy, matte appearance often associated with beach sprays. Instead, it provides shiny, soft, tousled waves.

      **Hourglass Phantom Smoothing Blur Lip Balm**

      It’s always exciting when Hourglass launches a new product, and this one is a goodie. The Phantom Smoothing Blur Lip Balm is designed to deliver a blurred, feather-light color while enhancing your natural lip tone. The shade Whisper 45 is arriving