As the lunar calendar turns, you may find yourself embracing a sudden—or gradual—change of pace. Perhaps one that involves lush gatherings, immense preparation and a return of rituals rooted in tradition. And between the overflowing social calendars and bountiful celebrations, the days very well might take on a rhythm of their own—naturally so. For a stretch of time that is defined by plentiful abundance, the indulgent moments can tend to feel well-earned. For some, the highlight lies squarely at the grazing table. While for others—or often alongside it—the attention turns to the more minute details that frame our celebratory engagements. And with Chinese New Year 2026 steadfastly approaching, beauty enters seamlessly into the conversation.
It should come as no surprise, then, that brands have risen to the occasion and delivered on a bevy of beauty offerings that feel appropriately ornate. With many of our familiar favourites returning dressed for the festivities and limited-edition packaging taking centre stage, gifting matters and even personal indulgences tread into compelling pursuits. Fittingly for the Year of the Horse, we bear witness to a dynamic array of beauty releases that encompass the stallion’s expressive nature. Consider Acqua Di Parma’s Magnolia Infinita in its tremendous festive iteration or even Clarins’ Double Serum refreshed to symbolise the majestic Fire Horse. If the celebrations call for a beauty renewal, consider this your well-timed cue to follow through with.
Below, cast your gaze on Vogue Singapore’s line-up of the most resplendent Chinese New Year 2026 beauty finds.
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Dior Rouge Dior
Fortune most certainly favours the bold. Dior brings this sentiment to life with the Rouge Dior lipstick, designed to bestow abundance as it glides on. The bullet unfurls to reveal amuletic motifs embossed across—all Monsieur Dior’s cherished lucky symbols, of course. Beyond a feast for the eyes, a considered infusion of nourishing peony extract makes for a pampered pucker. Much to the beauty aficionados’ delight, the lippie arrives bearing four distinctive red colour ways: 809 Red Forever, 802 Red Passion, 806 Red Luck and 808 Red Dream.
Dior Rouge Dior, $73, available at Dior
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Acqua Di Parma Magnolia Infinita
Rendered in the luxury fragrance label’s unmistakable yellow-led palette, the Magnolia Infinita EDP receives a wondrously festive reinterpretation. Chinese artist Lea Woo opted for contemporary motifs of luck that capture the fragrance’s alluring citrus while depicting the horse’s energetic spirit. Inside, the scent unfolds into magnolia, jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang and rose—a potent aroma that is sure to linger long after the festivities do.
Acqua Di Parma Magnolia Infinita, $425, available at Selfridges
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Oribe Hair Alchemy Liter Set
Rinse and repeat. Give your strands the tender loving care they deserve with the Oribe Hair Alchemy Liter Set—home to the collection’s very own Resilience Shampoo and Conditioner. The offerings boast a nourishing blend of chia seed, bio-fermented bamboo leaf and plant-based protein that fortify your tresses from within. “I wanted to create a tribute that captures both the fiery essence of Oribe’s roots and the powerful energy of the Horse,” explicates Chris Chun, the Australian-Chinese artist behind the limited-edition packaging: a harmonious depiction of the stallion in bountiful red and gold.
Oribe Hair Alchemy Liter Set, $290, available at Oribe
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Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum VI
Sulwhasoo’s iconic First Care Activating Serum comes bearing a propitious appearance this Lunar New Year, featuring a majestic horse displayed across its topper in the brand’s esteemed orange hue. The stallion isn’t the only symbol of extravagance to be in awe of, however. The serum harbours a myriad of revitalising ingredients that work in tandem to boost skin circulation. A palm-sized amount pressed gently into skin is more than enough to deliver the hallmark Sulwhasoo glow.
Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum VI, $210, available at Sephora
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Clé de Peau Beauté La Crème
The gold standard. Clé de Peau presents its limited edition La Crème, a beacon for skin support, housed in a radiant gold trinket. Unseal to divulge an intricate array of circular strokes surrounding the steed in action, an emblem of nobility conceptualised by artist Jiang Miao. Come evening, a dab of the luxe formula against your mien reveals a more rejuvenated complexion, courtesy of the hyaluronic acid and squalene infused within.
Clé de Peau Beauté La Crème, $870, available at Clé de Peau Beauté
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Clarins Double Serum
Clarins’ cult-classic Double Serum gallops into the festivities with a striking horse motif adorning the bottle. The anti-ageing ally combines an effervescent assemblage of naturally-sourced ingredients that nurture the appearance of youthful-looking skin.
Clarins Double Serum, $260, available at Clarins
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Bobbi Brown Lunar New Year Eyeshadow Quad
Lanterns tend to symbolise light, celebration and good fortune. These auspicious themes are nurtured atop the lid of Bobbi Brown’s Lunar New Year Eyeshadow Quad. Beyond felicitous artwork, a flip of the compact reveals four stunning pigments in both matte and shimmering finishes. Consider a warm-toned wash for daytime promenades, or, dial up the shimmer for your more eccentric evening celebrations.
Bobbi Brown Lunar New Year Eyeshadow Quad, $57, available at Harrods
