These May 2015 cosmetics trends range from organic beauty collections to artistic makeup applications that celebrate whimsical aesthetics. As the fashion industry embraces opulence yet again, the return of illusionary makeup artistry is in full effect. The month's fashion editorials and artist projects reject practicality and instead illustrate the heightened level of artistry a makeup expert must possess.
When it comes to accessible products, raw and all-natural collections are on the rise and are winning out over chemically-enhanced makeup and skincare lines. While organic Middle Eastern cosmetics draw inspiration from historical beauty rituals, homemade hair powder tutorials show one how to keep locks clean with an inexpensive and natural solution.
On the marketing front, these May 2015 cosmetics feature vibrant labels and sculptural bottles that mimic kid-friendly cartoon characters. The popularity of this branding is not only synonymous with alternative cosmetic labels but is also becoming embraced among heritable brands who wish to appeal to millennial consumers.
Top 60 Cosmetics Trends in May
From Organic Beauty Collections to All-Natural Soap Subscriptions:
Jana Pijak — May 31, 2015 — Fashion
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Futuristic Hair Editorials
Harper's Bazaar UK's Beauty Queen's Story Boasts Braided Hairstyles
57
Plastic Mask Runways
The AW15 Undercover Plastic Surgery Runway Screams Youthful Beauty
56
Exquisite Floral Tattoos
Alice Carrier Creates Intricate Botanical Body Ink for Her Clients
55
Symbolic War Paint Editorials
Atlas Magazine's Latest Exclusive Features Artistic Cosmetics
54
Glam Rock Beauty Editorials
HGISSUE's Burning the Ground Story Boasts Wild Rocker Makeup
53
Conceptual Cosmetic Portraits
Oyster Magazine's Micro Beauty Shoot is Artistically Bold
52
Eerie Two-Faced Makeup
The Jacquemus AW15 Collection Reflects on Society's Double Standard
51
Temporary Friendship Bracelets
Flash Tattoos Creates Beautiful Body Art Full of Vibrant Colors
50
Cosmetic Camouflage Photography
Axel Chang's Makeup Boasts Artistic and Intricate Details
49
Theatrical Graffiti Cosmetics
This Male Makeup Editorial is Artistic and Visually Bold
48
Fruity Cosmetics Packaging
This Peach Baviphat Peeling Gel Comes in a Fresh Jar
47
Food-Based Beauty Lines
Skin Food is a Korean Beauty Collection is Derived from Fresh Foods
46
Cutesy Cosmetics Cases
This Tony Moly Packaging Takes on the Form of a Bunny
45
Pastel Eyeliner Collections
Dior's Pastel Eyes Sticks Come in a Myriad of Fresh Spring Hues
44
Homemade Hair Powders
This DIY Dry Shampoo Concoction is Perfect for On-the-Go Summer Adventures
43
Organic Middle Eastern Cosmetics
Green Bar's Product Range Includes Botanical Oils and Skincare
42
Tourist Map Tattoos
Cat Dunn Has Created Temporary Tatts To Guide Visitors Around Cities
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Feminine Princess Cosmetics
Etude Cosmetics' Etoinette Range is Inspired by Parisian History
40
Artisan Aromatherapy Soap
Cleanse With Benefits is a Range of Luxury Soap Inspired by Nature
39
Herbal Bath Salt DIYs
Julep's Homemade Bath Products Feature All-Natural Ingredients
38
Portable Shampoo Packaging
These Hair Product Packaging Designs are Chic and Luggage-Inspired
37
Opulent Tranquil Perfumeries
This Perfumery Retail Design in Greenwich Village is Beyond Elegant
36
Clinical Cosmetics Packaging
The Laboratorio Ahal Boasts Understated Scientific Branding
35
Expressive Cosmetic Packaging
The Tony Moly Lip Gloss Collection Takes on Cartoon Characters
34
Unisex Bath Products
Purearth Boasts Minimalist Branding that Will Appeal to All Genders
33
Dessert Lip Balm Branding
The Face Shop's Lip Balm Collection Boasts Graphic Containers
32
Aromatic Bathing Melts
The Amayori Shower Mochi Line Consists of Aromatherapy Shower Tablets
31
Porcelain Perfume Packaging
This Guerlain Muguet Fragrance Boasts a Limited Edition Bottle
30
Truth-Inspired Beauty Branding
LG's belif Cosmetic Line Focuses on Playful Percentage Bars
29
Beauty Bar Eateries
The Colette Petit Cafe is a Permanent Pop-Up in Her Majesty's Pleasure Salon
28
Caffeinated Facial Serums
The Morning Glory Firming Serum by One Love Organics is Java-Powered
27
Extravagant Youth Perfumes
Petite Guerlain is a Lavish Fragrance for Children
26
Egg-Inspired Skincare Branding
The TONYMOLY Egg Pore Tightening Mask Packaging Resembles Food
25
Blossoming Fragrance Branding
Valentino's Valentina Pink Perfume Boasts a Floral Bottle Accent
24
Metallic Foiled Makeup
The Rick Owens Gold Faces Glistened Down the Mayan-Inspired Runway
23
Livestream Game Campaigns
Twitch's Old Spice Nature Adventure Gives Viewers Control Over a Human
22
Nautical-Themed Cleansing Tools
The Clarisonic Mia 2 Summer Collection Boasts Limited Edition Hues
21
Organic Bath Salts
Etsy's Ravenscourt Apothecary Shop Boasts Naturally Scented Products
20
Smashing Cosmetic Campaigns
NARS' Social Media Beauty Campaign Had Fans Unveil a New Product Line
19
Seeing Eye Nail Stickers
Pixie Market's Stick-On Manicure is Easy to Apply and Remove
18
Cosmetic Kickoff Apps
The #ootd_WITH CLINIQUE Reposting App Launches Clinique Pop
17
Kids-Only Hair Products
The 'So Cozy' Hair Collection Bridges the Gap Between Infants and Adults
16
All-Natural Soap Subscriptions
This Organic Beauty Subscription Box Deals in Eco-Friendly Soap
15
Halal Cosmetics Branding
The Iba Halal Care Cosmetics are Ethically and Hygienically Manufactured
14
Animated Feline Manicures
The NCLA Hello Kitty Collection Features Customized Nail Stickers
13
Quixotically Patterned Sunblock
These Sunscreen Packaging Designs are Vibrant and Feminine
12
Anime Beauty Masks
Loverecipe's Facial Treatment Masks Use Ingredients Like Peppers and Broccoli
11
Enchanting Mascara Packaging
The Packaging for the FAIRYDROPS Mascara Line is Theatrical
10
Dewy Skincare Bottles
Holika Holika's Aqua Fantasy Packaging Shows Off Its Icelandic Roots
9
Nesting Doll Fragrances
These Face Shop Perfumes Boast Decorative and Toy-Themed Packages
8
Tea-Infused Cosmetics
David's Tea Beauty Products Are Vegan, Cruelty-Free and Organic
7
Biodegradable Organic Sunscreens
Goddess Garden Produces a Line of All-Natural Sunscreens
6
Herbal Cosmetics Branding
The Ahal Beauty Line is Eco-Conscious and Indulgent
5
Animated Beauty Packaging
This Eye Gel Packaging Design Features a Cartoon Raccoon
4
Musical Nail Polish Displays
This Digital Retail Display Concept is Designed by PERCH Interactive
3
Sweat-Detecting Perfumes
This Smart Perfume's Odor Strength Varies Depending On How Much You Sweat
2
Cruelty-Free Polishes
La Couleur Couture Polishes are Vegan and Environmentally Friendly
1
Starfish Extract Creams
Mizon's Miracle Anti-Aging Cream is Made with 70% Starfish Extract
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Patisserie-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
Estée Lauder x Ladurée Partner for Sensorial Makeup
High-End Beauty Campaigns
The La Beauté Louis Vuitton Campaign Debuts With a Bold Vision
Origami-Inspired Holiday Collections
Guerlain Debuts the 2025 ‘Tale of Wonders’ Collection
Summery Streaming Series Cosmetics
KISS x The Summer I Turned Pretty Products Celebrate the Series
Gen X Beauty Campaigns
Bluemercury's Up Next Campaign Celebrates Women 40+
Modern Luxury-Focused Fragrance Lines
COS Expands into the Fragrance Market with cos perfumery
Backstage-Inspired High-End Beauty Capsules
Christian Dior Welcomes Jenna Ortega for Its Campaign
A-List Beauty Ambassador Campaigns
The Dior Addict 2026 Collection Will Launch After Christmas
Luxury Beauty Brand Launches
La Beauté Louis Vuitton Unveils a New Era of Luxury Beauty
Halloween-Themed Self-Care Collections
Lush's 2025 Halloween Collection is Party-Ready
Luxury Beauty Advent Calendars
Hunter Luxury Bring Festive Elegance to NEXT’s 2025 Holiday Line
Luxurious Nude Lipstick Lines
Christian Dior Debuts Its 2025 Addict Nudes N'Roses Collection
Playful Cosmetic Collections
The Clinique x Crayola Collaboration Makes Makeup Feel Fun Again
Seasonal Shopping Occasions
Sephora Canada Spotlights Must-Haves for the Sephora Savings Event
Bakery-Themed Beauty Pop-Ups
Clarins' Sweet Spot Activation Celebrates a Decade of Lip Comfort Oil
Hydrating Nature-Inspired Cosmetics
The Tree Hut Summer Collection is Packed with Seasonal Scents
Sophisticated Winter Fashion Capsules
The COS Winter 2025 Collection is Ultra-Chic & High-Quality
Science-Led Teen Skincare
Teen Beauty Brand indu is Stepping Away from Makeup to Focus on Skincare
Blurred Cosmetic Campaigns
MAC Cosmetics and Ella Gross Promote Innovative Powder Kiss Formulas
Intricately Exquisite Beauty Collections
The Christian Dior Summer 2025 Makeup Collection is Chic
Beautifying Self-Care Bundles
Olive & June x Bubble Collaborated on Skin and Nail Care Kits
American Aesthetics-Focused Fashion Capsules
The Coach Spring 2026 Collection is Chic
Influencer-Approved Beauty Brands
Mikayla Nogueira’s Point of View Beauty Focuses on Makeup Prep
Play-Centered Color Cosmetics
Trouble Maker Makeup Delivers Fun & Affordability to Gen Zalpha
High-End Skin Essentials Collections
Christian Dior Delivers a Strategic Evolution in Luxe Beauty
Immersive Luxury Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Louis Vuitton Spotlights La Beauté Louis Vuitton
Versatile Beauty-Enthusiast-Approved Products
L’Oréal Paris Spotlights its Trending Must-Haves
Modern Ayurvedic-Inspired Beauty Companies
Indē Wild is Expanding to Sephora in the US
Essential Skincare Sets
Merit’s New A/W 2025 Sets Bring Limited Shades and Travel-Sized Essentials
Creator-Led Beauty Retail
rhode Expands Across Sephora Europe After Strong Viral Demand
Space Travel Certified Cosmetics
Ready Set Jet Becomes the First Beauty Brand Certified for Space
Premium Private Label Cosmetics
Sainsbury's the Edit Comes in 17 Affordable Formulations
Global Beauty Campaigns
L’Oréal Marks World Refill Day With a Global Campaign
Milestone Beauty Campaigns
The Body Shop Launched Its 'Rebellious by Nature' 50th Anniversary Ad
Gamified Shade-Matching Activations
Rare Beauty and Sephora Launched the True to Myself Match Up
Plant-Based Retinols
Olivier Midy Elevates Clean Skincare with Plant-Based Innovations
Thematic Holiday Makeup Lines
NYX Unveiled its Treat-Inspired Holiday 2025 Collection
Pride-Supporting Cosmetic Campaigns
Sephora and Haus Labs by Lady Gaga Partnered for Pride Month
Solid Skincare Keychains
Purepeak Appeals to Gen Z's Love of Compact, Portable Cosmetic Keychains
Creator-Led Style Collabs
MAC Cosmetics and Depop are Reintroducing Gen Z Shoppers to Lipstick
Curated On-The-Go Beauty Sets
Sephora Launches The Sephora Favorites MVP Kit and The Courtside Kit
Jam-Inspired Beauty Products
Korean Beauty Brand dearcloud™ Embraces Current Viral Makeup Trends
Noir-Inspired Luxury Cosmetic Collections
Chanel Debuts the Alluring Rouge Noir Collection
Vibrant Makeup Advents
The 'little X-MAS WONDER Advent Calendar' Contains 24 Pieces
Springtime Cosmetic Collection Expansions
Stila Cosmetics Debuts 'All You, in Bloom' Capsule
Bird-Inspired Ethereal Cosmetic Collections
Guerlain's Fall 2025 Majestic Feathers Line is Chic
Easter-Inspired Body Care Ranges
Lush Debuts Its Playful Seasonal Easter Lineup
Gen Z Cosmetic Brands
Myntra and SUGAR Cosmetics Partner to Launch Molten Beauty
Rewards-Based Beauty Devices
Sephora Expanded its Rewards Catalog With High Tech Skincare Tools
Dermatologist-Founded Skincare Brand Expansions
Fig.1 Beauty Has Launched on Sephora
High-End Holiday Makeup Capsules
The Chanel Holiday 2025 Makeup Line Explores the Flamboyant Sky
Curated K-Beauty Boxes
FabFitFun Features Noteworthy K-Beauty Brands in its 'Seasonal Summer Box'
Textured Hair-Focused Product Lines
Taliah Waajid Debuts the Love My Natural Hair Collection
Nostalgia-Driven Makeup Launches
The Huda Beauty Strawberry Latte Collection is Y2K-Inspired
Affordable Performance Cosmetics
Sona Cosmetics Delivers "Makeup Without the Markup"
Anniversary-Marking Beauty Campaigns
L’OCCITANE Group Marks a Significant Milestone for Its Brand
Sensorial Texture Formulation Collections
Seppic Unveils the Beauty Cosmic Odyssey Collection
Mobile Beauty Supply Pop-Ups
Sally Beauty Enters into a Collaboration with DoorDash in NYC
Grocery-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups
The Markup Marché by The Ordinary Challenges Industry Buzzwords
Counter-Wellness Skincare Collections
Party of You Delivers Joyful Remedies for Real Life
Home-Centric Beauty Campaigns
Sally Beauty Debuts the Holiday Beauty at Home Campaign
Comprehensive Beauty Portfolios
PROYA Cosmetics is Exhibiting at Osmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2026
Bold Beauty Campaigns
IPSY Reframes Beauty as a Hobby with the 'I Play Beauty' Campaign
Floral High-End Makeup Capsules
Chanel Boasts Its Camélia Futura Makeup Collection This Summer
Pink Beauty Advent Calendars
IPSY Debuts Its Coveted 25-Day Advent Calendar
Pop Culture-Inspired Beauty Campaigns
Peter Thomas Roth Taps 'The Summer I Turned Pretty'
Holistic Summer Beauty Rituals
Province Apothecary Boasts a Holistic Approach to Seasonal Skincare
Beauty-Inspired Bodycare
NYX's Fat Oil Body Collection Builds on the Success of Its Lip Oils
Youth-Safe Skincare Hubs
Cult Beauty's Gen A–Z Hub Educates and Empowers Gen Alpha and Gen Z
All-Asian Beauty Campaigns
Maybelline Face the Difference Features 40 Asian Pacific Trailblazers
Sun-Inspired Luxurious Beauty Lines
Hermès Boasts the Les Façons Makeup Capsule
Satirical Skincare Campaigns
Sephora Launches 'Skin Obsessed' Campaign with Taika Waititi
Multi-Use Matte Cosmetics
MAC Cosmetics’ Multisculpt Matte is for the Eyes and Face
Non-Crease-Proof Eyeshadows
Fara Homidi Beauty's Essential Eye Collection Achieves a Lived-In Look
Fashion Brand Cosmetic Collections
Juicy Couture Beauty Products Come in a Variety of Options
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Fashion Week Beauty Partnerships
L'Oréal Paris Secured Copenhagen Fashion Week Makeup Exclusivity
Luxurious Beauty Collections
The Louis Vuitton La Beauté Collection is Chic and Artistic
Eye Makeup Product Releases
Yves Rocher’s Botanical Eye Essentials Channel Spring Beauty
Performance Plant-Powered Bodycare
Nature of Things Delivers Luxe, Transparent Formulas
Spring Skincare Sampling Boxes
The NewBeauty Spring 2026 TestTube Box is Curated
Natural Actives Luxury Skincare
One Tribe Cosmetics are Made with Up to 98% Natural Ingredients
Emotional Wellness Neurocosmetics
The Skin-Brain Axis Inspired Gotha Cosmetics' Neuroaura Concept
Berry-Inspired Kids Makeup Kits
Jovy Represents a Significant Advancement in Children's Cosmetics
Wet-Pressed Powder Highlighters
Kosas Launches the 'Shiny Objects' Range
Supermarket-Inspired Nail Art Designs
Aldi Dropped a Festival-Inspired Nail Art Collection
Mother's Day-Focused Self-Care Capsules
Lush's Mother's Day Collection is Colorful & Sustainable
Edgy Cruelty-Free Cosmetics
Barry M Beauty's Rebrand Embraces Its Rebellious Roots
Glam Actress-Starring Beauty Campaigns
Urban Decay Taps Dove Cameron for a New Creative Chapter
Rock-Inspired Cosmetics
Ozzy Osbourne x Birmingham-Based Beauty Brand Unveil an Edgy Makeup Line
Accessible Beauty Consultations
Walmart’s Beauty Experts Offer Personalized In-Store Guidance
Skin-Loving Cruelty-Free Cosmetics
Lush's New Skincare-Makeup is Nourishing & Multitasking
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Comedy Horror Cosmetics
The NYX Cosmetics x Wednesday Collection Creates Fun, Dark Designs
South Asia-Influenced Cosmetics Brands
Just B Cosmetics Champions Bold Beauty and Inclusivity
Cosmetics Ingredient Advancements
Lubrizol Beauty Launches Botanical-Powered Functional Polymers
Gourmand Beauty Products
Cake Beauty Brings Dessert-Inspired Haircare to Mass Retail
Botanical Organic Skincare Capsules
Pravi Cosmétiques Naturels Offers Science-Backed Formulations
Renaissance-Inspired Curated Beauty Marketplaces
Rennaï Has Launched an E-Commerce Website
Advanced Dermocosmetics Collections
Teoxane's Skincare Solutions Share Clinically Proven Formulas
Customizable Makeup Cases
Julia Dantas Debuts 411 Cosmetics
Clean Beauty Advent Calendars
The 2025 OMY Lab Advent Calendar Features Full and Travel Sizes
Virtual Beauty Masterclasses
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty's Free Easy Beauty School Sharpens Skills
High-Performance Cosmetic Lines
Clariant Introduces a New Collection of Personal Care Products
Elegant Holiday Beauty Kits
U BEAUTY Has Curated a Collection of Five Distinct Skincare Kits
Peach-Inspired Makeup Series
ColourPop Launches the ‘Sweet Peach’ Collection as Color of the Month
Curated Canadian Beauty Sets
The Beauty Edit Vol. 1 Showcases Canada’s Indie Beauty Talent
Refillable Skincare Lineups
Fig.1 Beauty Emphasizes Sustainability in Its Packaging
Affordable Makeup Offers
Maybelline New York Drops its Black Friday Deals Ahead of the Holidays
Expansive Personal Care Lines
method launches at Ulta Beauty and Introduces Exclusive Products
Botanical-Based Gift Sets
Formulary55 Offers Thoughtful Luxury with the Mother’s Day Soap Gift Set
Luxe Beauty Oil Expansions
Moroccanoil® Launches in Ulta Beauty
Children's Beauty Products
Olive & June Expands into Kid-Sized Press-On Nails
Adorable Beauty Sets
KimChiChic Beauty and Caboodles Present a Limited-Edition Set
Beauty Product Easter Gifts
The Next Beauty Easter Egg Was Created with Cath Kidston
Glow-Focused Beauty Campaigns
Pixi Beauty Debuts the 'Glow, Reimagined' Collection
Couture Texture Formulas
Gattefossé Unveiled its Haute Couture Collection
Children's Show Makeup Collaborations
The Glisten Cosmetics x Teletubbies Collection is Bold
Ethical Skin-Nourishing Cosmetics
The Beauty Kitchen PURE Collection Features Four Products
Aromatic Springtime Home Products
The SOJA&CO Spring Collection Showcases Three Scents
Premium-Style Body Mists
Hinode Aura Beauty Line Was Launched By Hinode
Celebratory Beauty Expansion Campaigns
KimChiChic Beauty Celebrates Its Inclusion in Ulta
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Mom-Approved Skincare Lines
Bubble is Keeping Mom Covered This Mother's Day Season
Celebrity Makeup Artist-Backed Brands
Patrick Ta Beauty Enters Sephora Middle East
Fresh Face Masks
Lush's Ultra-Fresh Face Masks Use Honey, Salt & More as Natural Preservatives
Beauty Discovery Cosmetic Collections
Trouble Maker Cosmetics are Arriving at Superdrug in the UK
Modern Beauty Agencies
Base Beauty Defines Itself as the Agency for Modern Beauty
Luxurious Lip Color Collections
Tom Ford Beauty Boasts the Soleil Ultra-Shine Lip Color Collection
Whimsically Witchy Cosmetic Collections
The KISS Wicked Collection is Limited-Edition
Ethical Cosmetics Campaigns
Sabrina Elba Advocates for Ethical Sourcing and Child Labor Reform
Romantic Bodycare Collections
Rococo & Regency Inspired the Dove Garden Tea Party Collection
Ethical Clean Beauty Lines
Tai Beauty Group Has Expanded the Accessibility of Its Clean Beauty
Luxury Beauty Destinations
A Niche Beauty Destination Offers Premium Services
22-Ingredient Organic Cleansers
Cosmic Cleansing Oil Replenishes Without Stripping the Skin
Pregnancy-Safe Beauty Campaigns
Well People Spotlighted Clean Products for Mother's Day & Beyond
Personalized Beauty Planners
Makeup Playbook Helps Create, Share, and Explore Beauty Routines
High-Performance Solid Cosmetics
Groupe GM Introduces Solid Labs for Solid Cosmetic Production
Luxurious Beauty Launches
La Beauté Louis Vuitton Debuted with Refillable Makeul and Artful Design
Reduced-MOQ Cosmetic Services
Cosmetic Innov Access Launched by Édith Almenara and Walid Ouennich