FOR the whole of 2020 and 2021, the business of colour cosmetics has lagged behind skincare. There were no parties to attend, nowhere to go and no reason to dress up. But things look better this year as restrictions were eased and weddings, balls and dinners were back on social calendars.
And while most people are still restrained -- they no longer party like there's no tomorrow-- consumers now put more thought into their looks and shop consciously for better value for the amount spent.
Brands that deliver multipurpose products resonate better with users, as well as those that prioritise great ingredients and a philosophy to make lives better for customers.
As we usher the end of 2022, here's a list of useful sets and items to bring on the sparkle and shine this festive season as you serve up either scintillating, showstopping looks at parties or put your best face forward for a small, intimate gathering with families or loved ones.
After all, make-up does have the power to transform, not just physically, but emotionally too.
Tarte Modern Mosaic Palette Wardrobe (RM129) includes eight finger-friendly shadows in warm plum, metallic and rich matte shades. The colours are formulated with algae to help smooth and soften lids, and vitamin E as calming emollient and antioxidant for the skin.
Sephora Collection Wishing You Makeup Brush Set (RM149) has four brushes -- foundation, powder, eyeshadow and crease -- made of vegan fibres for perfect softness. This limited edition set of face and eye brushes is something you can take everywhere in an adorable travel pouch.
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush 3-Piece Trio Set (RM150) is a gift-worthy, limited edition trio of the brand’s liquid blush for a festive, rosy flush. Airy and lightweight, this long-lasting liquid blush creates a pinch-perfect blush with a natural skin-like finish.
Sephora Collection Wishing You 5 Multi-Use Color Wand For Face, Lips & Eyes (RM89) comes in a pressed powder formula to be used however you want. Use a brush or your finger to apply colour to eyelids as eyeshadow, sweep it across top of cheekbones as highlighter or get a matte lip colour finish.
Dear Dahlia Lip Paradise Sheer Dew Lipstick (RM148) is the brand’s bestselling lip colour. It’s moisture-infused, sheer and creates one-of-a-kind lips with buildable colour and shine. Infused with dahlia flower extract and certified organic sweet almond oil, argan oil, shea butter, and cacao seed butter, the formula offers comfortable, weightless wear.
Take time for yourself during the holidays to enhance your facial skincare routine with Sephora Collection Wishing You Mini Rose Quartz Facial Roller (RM79). Made with rose quartz, this facial massage roller helps improve your skin appearance. Use it with your daily moisturiser to improve absorption.
Natasha Denona Retro Glam Palette (RM320) has two of the brand’s most celebrated creations in a new midi-sized eyeshadow palette that combines greens, pinks and neutral nudes of the Mini Retro Eyeshadow Palette with a variety of seductive Glam Eyeshadow Palette finishes.
