By Cedie Lazaro
Let’s be real: our weekly wishlists are getting a serious glow-up. From powerhouse celebrity crossovers and high-tech hair magic to localized beauty experiments, the retail scene in the Philippines is officially in its main character era.
Whether you are looking to refresh your vanity, upgrade your travel aesthetic, or finally invest in elite styling tech, these five major launches deserve an immediate spot in your cart.
The Ultimate It-Girl Linkup: blk cosmetics x BASH Manila
When two of the country’s most iconic screen queens join forces, you don’t walk—you run. Anne Curtis of blk cosmetics and Bea Alonzo of BASH Manila just dropped the ultra-chic “Expedition Collection,” a curated universe where effortless beauty meets smart travel.
- The Vibe: Sleek, jet-set luxury drenched in a beautiful, universal cherry-red hue called Jetset.
- The Heroes: The hybrid Soft Blur Stick Foundation for quick mid-flight touch-ups, and the viral Flex Organizer, a structural makeup bag equipped with custom internal dividers to protect your products.
The High-Tech Flex: Dyson’s Next-Gen Hair Care
Our styling routines just got a massive engineering upgrade. Dyson Philippines continues to dominate the premium beauty-tech world with high-performance hair tools designed to cut your getting-ready time in half while preserving your natural shine.
- The Vibe: Smooth, futuristic salon-quality finishes right from your bedroom.
- The Heroes: The ultra-sleek Dyson Supersonic r™ (their lightest, most ergonomic hair dryer yet) and the wet-to-dry Dyson Airstrait™, which uses precision high-velocity airflow instead of extreme heat plates to straighten your hair safely.
The Editorial Crossover: Issy Cosmetics x Slo Lopez
For the creative minimalists who love a pop of unexpected pigment, Issy Cosmetics has teamed up with renowned makeup artist Slo Lopez for another round of artistic self-expression.
- The Vibe: Unapologetic, bold, and incredibly fun.
- The Heroes: The newly formulated Multiuse Liquid Paints. These vibrant, highly blendable liquid pigments can be mixed, layered, and swept across the eyes, lips, and cheeks for a personalized, watercolor-like flush.
The Scent Wardrobe: Sunnies Face Fragrance
Your signature makeup brand is officially ready to become your signature scent. Sunnies Face has officially broken into the fragrance market, translating the mood and aesthetic of its most famous cosmetic hues into a luxury olfactory experience.
- The Vibe: Modern, clean, and highly aesthetic.
- The Heroes: An impressive eight-piece fragrance wardrobe. The brand has beautifully reimagined its signature, cult-favorite lipstick tones into sophisticated Eau de Parfums and matching hair mists.
The Cool-Girl Athleisure: SOLÁ Body
If your everyday style leans toward cozy but elevated street style, homegrown label SOLÁ Body is about to take over your closet. They have officially expanded their highly coveted Sculpting Collection with brand-new silhouettes.
- The Vibe: Minimalist, sculpting, and perfect for running errands or grabbing iced lattes.
- The Heroes: The Scoop Neck Capri Suit, a premium, double-lined one-piece designed to hug your curves, hold its shape, and double as a chic base layer under oversized blazers.
And there you have it—your definitive guide to navigating this week’s chicest drops. Whether you are upgrading your vanity with a new signature scent, elevating your gym-to-café wardrobe, or investing in next-level hair tech, one thing is certain: the local retail scene has never looked better.
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