The best new skincare products our editors have tried this month

It's a new month, which means that new items are appearing on websites and store shelves, as well as in our first aid kits. These are products that Skincare.com editors can't live without. February. 

Alanna, Assistant Editor-in-Chief

Youth to the People Triple Peptide + Cactus Oasis Serum

When the cold kicks in, my combination skin develops horrible dry patches on my cheeks and brow ridges. Looking for a hydrating serum to add to my daily routine, I decided to give this new serum a try. It contains a complex of peptides, four types of hyaluronic acid, cactus stalks and malachite minerals that help the skin stay intensely hydrated, firm and supple. After using it for a few weeks, I noticed a dramatic improvement - my dry patches are no longer noticeable and my skin is much more hydrated and smooth. This is a must have in winter!

INNBEAUTY Project 10+10 Moisturizer Plant 

While following the course of hydration, I also greatly improved my daily hydration regimen with this formula. Enriched with 10% Vitamin C and a peptide complex, I love using it after my serum and toner morning and evening for a brighter, more even and radiant complexion. Winter dullness and dryness have nothing to do with this option!

I am senior editor

Vichy LiftActiv B3 Anti-Dark Spot & Wrinkle Serum

Are there dark spots that won't go away? This new serum from Vichy contains three powerful ingredients - niacinamide, glycolic acid and tranexamic acid - to help visibly lighten dark spots. The serum also promises to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and help even out skin tone at a fraction of the price of other dark spot correctors.

Peach & Lily Power Cocktail Lactic Acid Repair Serum

I am a big fan of Peach & Lily products, so I was happy to learn that the brand is releasing a serum with 10% lactic acid (an alpha hydroxy acid). After some the latest skin care tips i've been given, I have been trying to incorporate AHAs into my routine for their skin rejuvenation properties, so this release comes in handy. Other K-beauty ingredients include ginseng root extract, red algae, gingko biloba and ceramides.

Ariel, Deputy Editor-in-Chief

Vichy Aqualia Fragrance-Free Rich Thermal Cream

If there's one thing that puts me off skin care products, it's a strong scent. i have sensitive skin и I have a sensitive nose, so I prefer to use fragrance-free products whenever possible. That's why I was so excited when Vichy released a new formula for their Aqualia rich thermal cream. The combination of glycerin, hyaluronic acid and volcanic water draws moisture into the skin leaving my complexion smooth, dewy and plump. It provides up to 48 hours of hydration, perfect for the cold winter months.

Mediheal Air Packing Pink Wrap Mask

All face masks are fun, but metallic pink face masks are the funniest. This firming & brightening sheet mask looks like a strip of soft pink foil and is infused with ceramides & collagen for a firmer, more radiant complexion. My skin looked very radiant after using it and I also appreciated that the mask comes in two parts, one for the upper half of the face and one for the lower half of the face to make it more comfortable.

Maria, Deputy Editor-in-Chief

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water with Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe

For years, Garnier micellar water has been my go-to for a quick, hassle-free make-up remover, but this new hydrating formula has arguably become my all-time favorite. It removes all traces of makeup and impurities just like the OG formula, but leaves my skin smooth and hydrated thanks to the addition of hyaluronic acid and aloe vera.

Artisan of Skin Beverly Hills UV Daily Tinted Sunscreen SPF 40

I'm a self-proclaimed sunscreen snob - I'm very careful about how it feels on my skin because I wear so lots of it (ginger jams). If I'm going to fall in love with a sunscreen, it needs to be lightweight, blend well, and not have a weird smell. This one does all that and more. The mineral-based SPF contains ceramides and vitamins C and E, which keep the skin hydrated and the tint gives me a beautiful glow. I also appreciate that it's perfect for making a great makeup base, but on its own it leaves my skin flawless. It's hard to find a foundation formula that looks great on my porcelain skin, but this one is a clear winner that I keep striving for over and over again.  

Caitlin, Assistant Editor

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dual Repair Mattifying Moisturizer

Although I haven't received this matte moisturizer yet, I can't wait to try it. This is the matte version of Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer, also known as my favorite facial lotion. The new formula is similar to the original (contains a moisturizing blend of glycerin, ceramide-3, niacinamide and thermal water) and eliminates only shine.

Alice, assistant editor

L'Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Gloss with Pomegranate Extract

I've been battling extremely dry lips for the past few weeks, making it very difficult for me to wear lip liner and lipstick. Instead, I opt for caring formulas like this one that contain pomegranate extract to nourish the lips. It wraps my lips in hydration, giving a hint of color to brighten my complexion.

Lawless Beauty Forget The Filler Overnight Lip Enlargement Mask

To give my lips as much moisture as possible, I cover them with this new lip volumizing mask at night or whenever my lips feel especially dry or flaky. The smooth formula feels light and creamy, and it doesn't create that annoying puffy feeling that many plump lips do. After using it for a few days, I really felt that the condition of my lips had improved.