Krigler Villa Isar 224 Parfum
We’ve reached peak gourmand, in the best way possible. Villa Isar is the chocolate icing on the towering roster of “so-good-you-can-eat-them” scents that have defined 2024. And speaking of rosters of edible excellence, check the recipe in this smirk-inducing parfum: warm cocoa, almonds, cream, vanilla, caramel, tonka beans, and Austrian honey.
Henry Jacques Haute Parfums: Heron Preston & Sabrina Albarello
This bespoke one-two punch bespeaks for itself: It is a collaboration with esteemed designer Heron Preston and his partner (in life and creative endeavors) Sabrina Albarello—and a celebration of love that fits into the luxe-perfumer’s In-All Intimacy collection. His love potion marries Brazilian palmarosa to smoky vanilla and benzoin, while hers unites cinnamon with musky florals. And speaking of love—isn’t it rare and precious? Not unlike any masterpiece that comes from Henry Jacques’ studio.
Buy Now on Henry Jacques (Sabrina): $1,370
Harry’s Tamalpais EDP
This limited-edition launch thrusts Harry’s into the prestigious perfumery space. A collaboration with artist Matt McCormick is an olfactive nod to his native Northern California, with its Redwood-dotted heights of Mt. Tam. Tamalpais only has 250 bottles in circulation now, but its rousing pepper-cypriol-oud layerings should create demand for more.
Fulton & Roark Roark’s Cove Solid Fragrance
Fulton & Roark has another notch on its belt with Roark’s Cove, a mossy, oaky expression that yet again proves the brand is emblematic of American Fine Fragrance. And let’s pour a bottle out for solid fragrance, the unsung hero that bats way above its pay grade: While both the juice and the solid are worth your wear, this mossy pocket parfum is a great way to smell good every second of the day.
Heretic Nosferatu Eau de Macabre Parfum
Leave it to the rule-benders at Heretic to take on the task of producing a truly special send-up to cinema’s most famous vampire, Nosferatu (in partnership with Focus Features on its upcoming Robert Eggers’ film by the same name). Notes of powdery lilac, damp petrichor, and broody oud lead Heretic to describe this one as wilting lilacs and strikes of lightning—“an encounter with an apparition in the cold, damp caves of Count Orlok’s castle”. And unlike Nosferatu, this scent doesn’t suck.
Soft Services Theraplush “Hold” Refillable Overnight Retinol Hand Repair
Just as you may apply retinol to your face before bed, Soft Services smartly launched a retinol-packed version of its beloved hand cream, formulated for overnight wear. THink of it, your hands are the most overworked part of your body—with constant exposure to the sun, pollution, hard water, etc… it makes perfect sense to target them with age-defying ingredients just as you would your face.
House of Dohwa Makgeolli Essentials + Cleansing Balm
Korea’s House of Dowha will be the next big breakout brand stateside. And you’d be so lucky to have this rice-milky spread as your entire skincare regimen (paired with the also new cleansing balm, which lathers on lusciously and has a click-in holder for that little spoon, underneath the cap). That toner is a skin-soothing salvation, and the revitalizing moisturizer perfect for the upcoming cold weather (day or night). Also, like most K-Beauty brands, this roster is extremely accessible despite its high concentration of actives.
Buy Now on House of Dohwa: $112
Allies of Skin Vitamin C & Omegas Cleansing Balm
This luxurious balm packs eight different oils to provide skin with a soft reset. And spoken firsthand here: Its daily morning use has become a preferred way to remove last night’s retinol and night cream—while makeup wearers will savor it for its cushioning rinse in the evening. Superb.
Tatara Amakuni Single-Edge Razor
Prestige Portuguese razor maker Tatara has launched its first single-edge safety razor, available in both stainless steel and titanium grips, with a magnetic cap to help fasten the blade and ensure a seamless, smooth, rookie-friendly shave. If you want to make an investment in your razor, look to Tatara, be it this or any of their statuesque safety razors.
Ursa Major Botanic Buzz Hand Wash and Cream
It’s been a busy year at Ursa Major HQ; the brand’s summertime Mineral Slate Polish is one of 2024’s best. The Vermont do-gooders greet the new year with this botanic-powered handcare duo, which gives your mitts a fresh reset as well as a refreshing aura (bergamot, lavender, neroli).
Monastery Deep Red Face Mask
The burgundy glow of this LED mask delivers high irradiance into the skin (translation: better penetration for those collagen-stimulating bennies). And 470 LEDs in total ensure that you get maximum deliverance of said benefits.
Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff Assortment
I write this from the eastern shore of the Atlantic: Vichy Dercos is tops when it comes to dandruff mitigation and scalp harmony—the brand backs my claim with some extensive evidence that it’s the EU’s top derm-recommended dandruff shampoo, too. And guess what? It just launched in the US early this month (the selenium sulfide shampoo, a soothing niacinamide conditioner, and salicylic acid-powered toning serum). Collect ‘em all, and pay dandruff its deserved dust.
Buy Now on Amazon: $19.99
