My Current Holy Grail Products – August 2025 Edition
A minimalist, melty, makeup-loving month
Let’s be real—this summer has been savage. Record-breaking heat, relentless humidity, and makeup meltdowns lurking around every corner. So this August, I gave full glam a little break and leaned into hydration, ease, and fuss-free favorites that actually performed under pressure.
Here’s what made the cut and earned a spot in my Holy Grail lineup this month:
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Victoria Beckham Colour Wash Blush Tint
When I tell you I’ve been living in this blush… I mean it. It gives that watercolor wash of color that looks like you just came back from a long walk (on the coast of Italy, obviously). The formula is watery, fresh, and super blendable—so you’ve got time to play before it sets into this dreamy, diffused flush that lasts all day. I’ve been dabbing it on with fingers or a brush depending on my mood.
$46 – worth every dewy drop.
YSL Mini Clutch Eyeshadow in Unexplored Garden
I finally tracked down this palette and wow—totally worth the hunt. This cool-toned olive green quad is not your average green. It’s refined, wearable, and a little mysterious in the best way. The texture? Buttery. The payoff? Bold but buildable. It’s luxe, it’s versatile, and it makes brown eyes pop like nobody’s business.
$68 – and it feels like couture in your hands.
Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Lips Healthy Glow Oil
This one never leaves my purse. It’s juicy, cushiony, and gives just enough sheen to fake a full night’s sleep. No sticky vibes, no minty sting—just glossy hydration with a sheer wash of color. Candy Fig is my go-to, but honestly, every shade I’ve tried has been a win.
$25 – tiny tube, major payoff.
Initio Parfums Privés Body Cream
I was already obsessed with Initio’s fragrances—Atomic Rose is a forever fave—but these new body creams? Next-level indulgent. They smell divine (obviously), but they also feel like velvet on the skin. Rich, nourishing, and subtly seductive. It’s like wearing a cashmere wrap of your favorite perfume.
$110 – pure body luxury.
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OK—where has this been all my life? I finally got my hands on this genius little mat, and cleaning my brushes mid-makeup has never been easier. No water, no mess, no excuses. Just swipe and go. It’s perfect for eyeshadow days when I’m switching between shades because I can’t decide.
$32 – makeup artist energy, no sink required.
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BK Beauty Solid Brush Soap with Cleaning Pad
I picked this up for my summer trip, but now I’m fully hooked. It’s compact, coconut oil–infused, and comes with a textured scrub pad that actually works. It deep cleans without drying out my brushes, which is crucial when you’ve invested in good tools. I’ll be ordering the full size as soon as they restock.
$12 – travel-friendly and brush-saver approved.
That’s the roundup! These are the MVPs that survived the summer heat and earned their holy grail status in my August rotation. Minimal effort, maximum impact—and most importantly, no melted mess.
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