Gift yourself or your loved ones limited edition Chinese New Year beauty products that can be used beyond the festivities.
Beauty brands are reeling in the season with limited edition Chinese New Year beauty products. Look out for regal packaging, brand new shades and motifs that celebrate the Year of the Horse. Looking for more gifts? Hop over to our roundup of Chinese New Year gift sets and hampers.
Best limited edition Chinese New Year beauty products
1. Clé de Peau Beauté 2026 Lunar New Year Collection
What is it: Clé de Peau Beauté’s Lunar New Year collection pairs its hero formulas with artful packaging designed by woodblock print artist Jiang Miao. The chic horse motif nods to nobility and forward momentum, while the swirling circles symbolise harmony and flow.
The Serum and La Crème are dressed in elegant, limited-edition packaging inspired by contemporary acrylic woodblock prints, symbolic circles, and a modern take on the Year of the Horse.
Price: The Serum, $390; La Crème, $1,250
Where to shop: Clé de Peau Beauté 2026 Lunar New Year Collection, available at Clé de Peau Beauté stores and counters
2. Tom Ford Figue Collection
What is it: We admit, this isn’t officially a Lunar New Year release, but doesn’t it scream classy CNY? Tom Ford’s Figue Collection is a limited-edition makeup drop inspired by the brand’s new fig-centric Private Blend scent. The Satin Matte Lip colours come in flattering reds and rosy bricks that feel creamy, lightweight and chic in one swipe.
The Gilded Gloss is the star if you love a little magic – it goes on golden, then melts into a soft rose-peach sheen. And the Disco Dust eye quad? Pure glam, with wearable sparkle and depth for day-to-night CNY looks, including cheongsams.
Price: Lip Color Satin Matte, $90; Glided Gloss $90; Eye Color Quad in 20 Disco Dust, $165
Where to shop: Tom Ford Figue Collection, multiple locations including The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, Tang Plaza and Takashimaya
3. Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum Lunar New Year Edition
What is it: If you’ve ever flirted with the idea of trying Sulwhasoo’s First Care Activating Serum, consider this your sign. The brand’s iconic first-step serum, loved since 1997, returns in a Lunar New Year 2026 edition.
The design features a heavenly white horse galloping through the night sky, complete with flame-like details and starlight accents that symbolise resilience, new beginnings and momentum for the year ahead. Inside, it’s the same skin-loving formula that helps strengthen your skin barrier, ease dryness and revive tired, dull-looking skin.
Price: $210 for 120ml
Where to shop: Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum Lunar New Year Edition, multiple locations including Sulwhasoo boutiques, online at the Sulwhasoo e-Boutique and at Sulwhasoo Official Stores on Lazada and Shopee
4. Clarins 2026 Chinese New Year Limited Edition Double Serum
What is it: If “new year, better skin” is on your 2026 vision board, Clarins has you covered. The brand’s iconic Double Serum returns in a Lunar New Year edition that leans into the Year of the Horse, a symbol of strength, freedom and forward motion.
The bottle features a striking golden, calligraphy-style horse that feels celebratory without being over-the-top, making it just as gift-worthy as it is vanity-friendly. Inside, it’s the same plant-powered formula beauty lovers swear by. Complete the set with the Double Serum Eye and Extra-Firming Cream.
Price: Double Serum, $260; Double Serum Eye, $132; Extra-Firming Cream, $175
Where to shop: Clarins 2026 Chinese New Year Limited Edition Double Serum, multiple locations including Clarins boutiques and online
5. Pañpuri Figtionalism
What is it: Pañpuri introduces Figtionalism, a new warm, quietly nostalgic scent reimagined for Lunar New Year. Built around sun-ripened wild fig and fresh cypress, it smells like comfort in fragrance form – soft, green, gently sweet, and deeply grounding. It’s available across perfume oil, candles, diffusers, and a chic perfume sachet that makes a thoughtful festive gift.
Price: Extract Perfume Oil: $185 for 50ml, $75 for 10ml, Candle: $99; Diffuser: $126; Ambience Sachet: $28
Where to shop: Pañpuri Figtionalism, #B1-51, 391 Orchard Road, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238872; and online
6. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream
What is it: Kiehl’s rings in the Lunar New Year with a glow-up that’s all about Maximum Huat-dration. Leading the charge into the Year of the Horse is the new Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream, the latest addition to the cult-favourite Ultra Facial family.
Think of it as a calming rescue cream for skin that’s had enough – heat, stress, treatments, irritation, you name it. This medicated moisturiser is designed to soothe skin “skinmergencies” in seconds, cool things down, and help your skin barrier bounce back faster.
Price: $69 for 50ml
Where to shop: Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream, Kiehl’s stores and online
Now that you’re equipped with the best Chinese New Year beauty products, what are your CNY reunion dinner plans?
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chinese New Year limited edition beauty products?
Chinese New Year limited edition beauty products are festive releases from beauty brands created specially for the Lunar New Year. They often feature auspicious packaging, zodiac-inspired designs like the Year of the Horse, and sometimes exclusive shades or sets that aren’t available year-round.
When do these collections launch in Singapore?
Most Chinese New Year beauty collections in Singapore launch between early January and mid-January, just ahead of reunion dinners and festive gifting.
Are Chinese New Year beauty products worth buying?
Yes, especially if you love collectible packaging or are shopping for festive gifts. Many Lunar New Year beauty products feature the brand’s hero formulas in special designs, making them both practical and gift-worthy without sacrificing product quality.
What makes Year of the Horse beauty collections special?
Year of the Horse beauty collections typically symbolise strength, momentum, vitality and new beginnings. Expect bold yet elegant designs, dynamic motifs, and celebratory gold accents that reflect the horse’s energy and forward motion.
Are Chinese New Year beauty products good as gifts?
Absolutely. Chinese New Year beauty products make thoughtful gifts thanks to their auspicious symbolism, premium presentation and everyday usability. Skincare, fragrances and makeup sets are especially popular for gifting to family, friends and colleagues.
Where can I buy Chinese New Year beauty products in Singapore?
You can find Chinese New Year beauty products at brand boutiques, department stores like Takashimaya, Sephora, and online via official brand websites noted in each listing. Availability is limited, so check early for popular releases.
