Beauty Bag: What’s New for October

Our beauty editor shares her must-haves this month.

Happy October! - Pumpkin spice lattes, watching the leaves turn a festive shade of orange...what’s not to love about October? And there’s plenty of new beauty products to add to your routine, too! As B*Real’s fashion, beauty and lifestyle editor, I love scoping out the best in beauty, and I’m sharing all of my October must-haves with you. By Britt Middleton (Photos from Left: Urban Decay, Giorgio Armani, Fresh)

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Happy October! - Pumpkin spice lattes, watching the leaves turn a festive shade of orange...what’s not to love about October? And there’s plenty of new beauty products to add to your routine, too! As B*Real’s fashion, beauty and lifestyle editor, I love scoping out the best in beauty, and I’m sharing all of my October must-haves with you. By Britt Middleton (Photos from Left: Urban Decay, Giorgio Armani, Fresh)

Urban Decay Vice 4 Eyeshadow Palette ($60) - After months of speculation, the wait is over! Aside from the truly bada** packaging, I’m obsessed with these 20 highly addictive, jewel-toned shades. Do transform your smoky eye by using Beat Down, a metallic violet with blue micro glitter, and Underhand, a satiny burgundy-brown.(Photo: Urban Decay)

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Urban Decay Vice 4 Eyeshadow Palette ($60) - After months of speculation, the wait is over! Aside from the truly bada** packaging, I’m obsessed with these 20 highly addictive, jewel-toned shades. Do transform your smoky eye by using Beat Down, a metallic violet with blue micro glitter, and Underhand, a satiny burgundy-brown.(Photo: Urban Decay)

Birchbox Gym Bag Heroes ($40) - Keepin’ it cute during a gym session? Then you need this nine-piece wonder set in your gym bag. Seriously, this kit has it all: Sage & Row Bare Shaving Cream, The Balm Stainiac lip and cheek tint, Avène Cleanance Soap-Free Gel Cleanser, Eyeko Sport Waterproof Mascara and more. (Photo: Birchbox)

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Birchbox Gym Bag Heroes ($40) - Keepin’ it cute during a gym session? Then you need this nine-piece wonder set in your gym bag. Seriously, this kit has it all: Sage & Row Bare Shaving Cream, The Balm Stainiac lip and cheek tint, Avène Cleanance Soap-Free Gel Cleanser, Eyeko Sport Waterproof Mascara and more. (Photo: Birchbox)

VBeaute Eye Lube Intense Eye Serum ($43) - As the cooler months are upon us, I’m upping my moisturizing game, especially around the delicate eye area. Bonus: this non-greasy, lightweight gel formula also banishes puffiness. I store mine in the refrigerator for an extra soothing experience. Available at HSN.com. (Photo: VBeaute)

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VBeaute Eye Lube Intense Eye Serum ($43) - As the cooler months are upon us, I’m upping my moisturizing game, especially around the delicate eye area. Bonus: this non-greasy, lightweight gel formula also banishes puffiness. I store mine in the refrigerator for an extra soothing experience. Available at HSN.com. (Photo: VBeaute)

Giorgio Armani Ecstasy Lacquer Lip Gloss ($38) - I love a deep, juicy plum lip for fall. Switch up your matte lippie for a little shine with this patent-finish formula in shade 602. (Photo: Giorgio Armani)

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Giorgio Armani Ecstasy Lacquer Lip Gloss ($38) - I love a deep, juicy plum lip for fall. Switch up your matte lippie for a little shine with this patent-finish formula in shade 602. (Photo: Giorgio Armani)

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Marc Jacobs Decadence ($70) - It’s a new season — it’s time for new scent. A sensual mix of Italian plum, iris flower and saffron mingles with sensual vetiver, papyrus woods and liquid amber. It’s sure to leave that special someone weak in the knees. (Photo: Marc Jacobs)

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Marc Jacobs Decadence ($70) - It’s a new season — it’s time for new scent. A sensual mix of Italian plum, iris flower and saffron mingles with sensual vetiver, papyrus woods and liquid amber. It’s sure to leave that special someone weak in the knees. (Photo: Marc Jacobs)

L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Spray & Set Makeup Extender Setting Spray ($16.99) - A little insurance on your makeup is always a good thing. This beauty-setting spray is garnering plenty of buzz for its staying power, but I’m also a fan for its budget-friendly price tag. (Photo: L’Oreal)

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L'Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Spray & Set Makeup Extender Setting Spray ($16.99) - A little insurance on your makeup is always a good thing. This beauty-setting spray is garnering plenty of buzz for its staying power, but I’m also a fan for its budget-friendly price tag. (Photo: L’Oreal)

Dark and Lovely Anti Reversion Edge Sleeker ($5.99) - Maybe Kim Kardashian didn’t start the slicked-back ‘do revolution, but she certainly reminded us why it’s such a good look. But we textured girls need a little something-something to keep them edges laid, and this smart little wonder, which you apply along your hairline like a mascara, gets the job done. (Photo: Dark and Lovely)

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Dark and Lovely Anti Reversion Edge Sleeker ($5.99) - Maybe Kim Kardashian didn’t start the slicked-back ‘do revolution, but she certainly reminded us why it’s such a good look. But we textured girls need a little something-something to keep them edges laid, and this smart little wonder, which you apply along your hairline like a mascara, gets the job done. (Photo: Dark and Lovely)

Glossier Mega Greens Galaxy Pack ($22) - I like to think of this detoxifying clay mask as a green juice for my face, you feel me? Powered with parsley, spinach, and detoxifying cress sprout extract, it deep cleans pores of blemish-causing impurities and leaves skin velvety soft. (Photo: Glossier)

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Glossier Mega Greens Galaxy Pack ($22) - I like to think of this detoxifying clay mask as a green juice for my face, you feel me? Powered with parsley, spinach, and detoxifying cress sprout extract, it deep cleans pores of blemish-causing impurities and leaves skin velvety soft. (Photo: Glossier)

Fresh Cocoa Body Exfoliant ($45) - I’m in love with the cocoa...butter, that is. A body scrub is a must to keep my skin supple all season long. This intoxicating mix is spiked with crushed cocoa and coconut shells, coconut oil and softening cocoa butter. (Photo: Fresh)

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Fresh Cocoa Body Exfoliant ($45) - I’m in love with the cocoa...butter, that is. A body scrub is a must to keep my skin supple all season long. This intoxicating mix is spiked with crushed cocoa and coconut shells, coconut oil and softening cocoa butter. (Photo: Fresh)

bareSkin Complete Coverage Serum Concealer  - Full disclosure: I’ve been on the Bare Escentuals tip for a hot minute. The bareSkin collection gives phenomenal coverage with a natural, almost-can’t-believe-it’s-skin finish. Go a shade or two lighter than your skin tone for a strobed, lit-from-within effect. (Photo: Bare Escentuals Beauty)

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bareSkin Complete Coverage Serum Concealer  - Full disclosure: I’ve been on the Bare Escentuals tip for a hot minute. The bareSkin collection gives phenomenal coverage with a natural, almost-can’t-believe-it’s-skin finish. Go a shade or two lighter than your skin tone for a strobed, lit-from-within effect. (Photo: Bare Escentuals Beauty)