Beauty Bag: What’s New for December 2014

Deck the halls with these must-have beauty finds!

A Beautiful Holiday Season - No need to wait on Santa — we’ve got the best beauty goodies all right here! From stocking stuffers to party-ready makeup, here’s what to shop in December. By Britt Middleton

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A Beautiful Holiday Season - No need to wait on Santa — we’ve got the best beauty goodies all right here! From stocking stuffers to party-ready makeup, here’s what to shop in December. By Britt Middleton

Photo By Photos from left: Lancome

Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Lipstick - One look at Lupita Nyong’o’s latest Lancôme ad and we were sold (we’re partial to Aubergine Velvet, a rich plum hue). The new L’Absolu Rouge lipstick collection has a satin formula promising soft and comfortable wear for up to eight hours. We say bring on the mistletoe!  (Photo: Lancome)

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Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Lipstick - One look at Lupita Nyong’o’s latest Lancôme ad and we were sold (we’re partial to Aubergine Velvet, a rich plum hue). The new L’Absolu Rouge lipstick collection has a satin formula promising soft and comfortable wear for up to eight hours. We say bring on the mistletoe!  (Photo: Lancome)

Dior Star Fluid Foundation  - One reason to try this brightening foundation: it comes in a number of shades suited for brown skin. It’s also enriched with hollow silica beads, which capture and diffuse light to create a radiant, lit-from-within glow.  (Photo: Dior Skin)

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Dior Star Fluid Foundation  - One reason to try this brightening foundation: it comes in a number of shades suited for brown skin. It’s also enriched with hollow silica beads, which capture and diffuse light to create a radiant, lit-from-within glow. (Photo: Dior Skin)

Ciaté Candy Cane House Nail Set - Remember when scratch-and-sniff stickers were hot on your block? Now take that sensory experience and apply it to nail polish. Ciaté’s holiday kit comes in four sparkly, scented shades: Candy Craze, Ginger Snap, Tingled Tinsel and Snow Fall. And how sweet is that gingerbread-themed gift box?  (Photo: Ciaté)

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Ciaté Candy Cane House Nail Set - Remember when scratch-and-sniff stickers were hot on your block? Now take that sensory experience and apply it to nail polish. Ciaté’s holiday kit comes in four sparkly, scented shades: Candy Craze, Ginger Snap, Tingled Tinsel and Snow Fall. And how sweet is that gingerbread-themed gift box?  (Photo: Ciaté)

Maybelline Brow Drama - We're calling it now: 2014 was the year of bold brows. Get those arches #onfleek with Maybelline’s first-ever sculpting eyebrow mascara, which helps build thickness and definition.  (Photo: Maybelline)

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Maybelline Brow Drama - We're calling it now: 2014 was the year of bold brows. Get those arches #onfleek with Maybelline’s first-ever sculpting eyebrow mascara, which helps build thickness and definition.  (Photo: Maybelline)

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Ojon Rare Blend Moisture Rich Cleansing Conditioner - Whether you’re relaxed or natural, your winter-ravaged strands could use a break from drying detergents. Ojon’s new sulfate-free cleansing conditioner is fortified with the brand’s proprietary Ojon oil and coconut oil cream to leave hair cleansed and detangled in one step.  (Photo: Origins)

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Ojon Rare Blend Moisture Rich Cleansing Conditioner - Whether you’re relaxed or natural, your winter-ravaged strands could use a break from drying detergents. Ojon’s new sulfate-free cleansing conditioner is fortified with the brand’s proprietary Ojon oil and coconut oil cream to leave hair cleansed and detangled in one step.  (Photo: Origins)

Becca Limited Edition Shimmering Skin Perfector - We’ve all been on a contouring kick lately, so we adore a good highlighter to layer on top. Becca’s new pressed formula in Champagne Gold adds that holiday sparkle to any look. Smudge a bit in the corners of your eyes to make your peepers pop. (Photo: Becca)

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Becca Limited Edition Shimmering Skin Perfector - We’ve all been on a contouring kick lately, so we adore a good highlighter to layer on top. Becca’s new pressed formula in Champagne Gold adds that holiday sparkle to any look. Smudge a bit in the corners of your eyes to make your peepers pop. (Photo: Becca)

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Holiday Limited Edition Dry Oil - A great multi-tasking product is always in season. Made with all-natural precious oils, including sweet almond and macadamia, and healing vitamin E, Nuxe’s dry oil can be applied to hair, face and body to seal in moisture and promote healthy shine.  (Photo: NUXE)

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Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Holiday Limited Edition Dry Oil - A great multi-tasking product is always in season. Made with all-natural precious oils, including sweet almond and macadamia, and healing vitamin E, Nuxe’s dry oil can be applied to hair, face and body to seal in moisture and promote healthy shine.  (Photo: NUXE)

Prabal Gurung + MAC Crème Color Base - Bring out your cheeks in those holiday selfies with a poppin’ coral blush. We’re calling on Prabal Gurung + MAC’s latest collection for the win. Bonus: the ornate gold packaging makes it perfect for gifting.  (Photo: MAC)

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Prabal Gurung + MAC Crème Color Base - Bring out your cheeks in those holiday selfies with a poppin’ coral blush. We’re calling on Prabal Gurung + MAC’s latest collection for the win. Bonus: the ornate gold packaging makes it perfect for gifting.  (Photo: MAC)

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Urban Decay Vice 3 Eyeshadow Palette - Yes, this season is all about being nice, but a little vice ain’t hurt nobody — especially when it comes to this 20-shade collection ranging from soft nudes to vibrant jewel tones. (Photo: Urban Decay)

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Urban Decay Vice 3 Eyeshadow Palette - Yes, this season is all about being nice, but a little vice ain’t hurt nobody — especially when it comes to this 20-shade collection ranging from soft nudes to vibrant jewel tones. (Photo: Urban Decay)

Pearl Iconic Whitening System - A brighter smile in just five minutes? The Pearl system promises just that, using an enamel-safe iconic whitening gel to gently power away stains. Use the treatment for five days to get a smile that’s up to seven shades whiter.  (Photo: Pearl)

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Pearl Iconic Whitening System - A brighter smile in just five minutes? The Pearl system promises just that, using an enamel-safe iconic whitening gel to gently power away stains. Use the treatment for five days to get a smile that’s up to seven shades whiter.  (Photo: Pearl)