The adage goes new year, new you—but for some of us, a fresh start is still upon the horizon. And by this, we’re referring to staunch followers of the Chinese calendar. With the second new moon after the winter solstice deemed as the true beginning of a new cycle, it stands to reason that there isn’t a need to engage in a hard reset just yet. Perhaps you are still in the planning stages when it comes to resolutions and goal-setting, or deliberating if there is even a need to enact any lifestyle changes. No matter where your headspace is at, one thing remains clear: there is no better time to declutter. Especially in light of the latest Chinese New Year 2025 beauty launches; a bevy of skincare, make-up, hair care, and wellness products adorned in all manner of lucky motifs and emblems.
Of course, packaging isn’t the only thing that sets these bad boys apart from the regular new releases. From reformulations to extended shade ranges, these Chinese New Year 2025 beauty drops mean business. Ready to put your best face forward? We know we are. From Charlotte Tilbury’s new satin and matte lipstick variants to Shiseido’s upgraded complexion elixirs, the Vogue Singapore beauty team presents a curation of our favourite limited edition CNY buys of the season. Shop until you drop, we say.
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Guerlain Rouge Bonheur
Fragrance meets fine art in this limited edition drop from French cosmetics house, Guerlain. The flacon is designed by renowned jeweller Francesco Truscelli, and pays homage to the year of the snake by incorporating a reptilian jewel on its iconic bee bottle. Its scent, too, captures the sumptuous and nuanced quality of the serpent; an unique fusion that comprises vibrant red rose, spicy ginger, and earthy cedar.
Guerlain Rouge Bonheur, $1,300, available at Guerlain
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Clé de Peau Beauté Firming Serum Supreme
International master of enamel arts and craft, Peiqing Li, was tapped by the brand to create a one-of-a-kind interpretation of the year of the snake. The distinctive illustration was then embossed onto the bottles of specific Clé de Peau Beauté products, including the cult-favourite Clé de Peau Beauté Firming Serum Supreme; an anti-ageing wonder crafted to lift sagging skin as well as to redefine facial contours that have lost its firmness and elasticity.
Clé de Peau Beauté Firming Serum Supreme, $460, available at Takashimaya
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Lancôme Absolue Soft Cream
Winter has given way to spring in Lancôme’s powerful 2025 Lunar New Year campaign. Conceptualised in partnership with contemporary Chinese artist, Cai Guo-Qiang, its packaging depicts a rose emerging through ice to serve as a symbol of new life blossoming. Within it lies the Lancôme Absolue Soft Cream, a moisturiser brimming with nourishing antioxidants and vitamins that provides unparalleled results with regard to brightening and smoothing.
Lancôme Absolue Soft Cream, $539, available at Lancôme
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Dyson Supersonic Nural in Red Velvet/Gold
Talk about a prosperous colourway. For those looking to up their huat this year, look no further—the Dyson Supersonic Nural in Red Velvet/Gold is the answer. And while its capabilities do not differ from its original iteration, its presentation case sports a jaunty red stripe that is sure to make a fine addition to any vanity.
Dyson Supersonic Nural in Red Velvet/Gold, $659, available at Dyson
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shu uemura Eye Sculpt Eyeshadow Palette in Elusive Flare
Soft, slinky, and incredibly versatile. In a bid to create a palette that could complement any lip colour and work across a variety of occasions, shu uemura created and curated a selection of desaturated shades that allow for “seamless gradation and buildable intensity”. Think dusty pink, matte browns, and a prismatic white that would be appropriate for both family gatherings and for an evening party.
shu uemura Eye Sculpt Eyeshadow Palette in Elusive Flare, $76, available at shu uemura
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Charlotte Tilbury Limited Edition K.I.S.S.I.N.G. in Kiss of Mystery
New year, new hue. For those looking to branch out in 2025, give this soft warm mauve pink shade a whirl. Suitable across a wide variety of skin tones, this bad boy is encased within a limited edition packaging that harbours a sinuous, bejewelled snake.
Charlotte Tilbury Limited Edition K.I.S.S.I.N.G. in Kiss of Mystery, $55, available at Sephora
