NARS Brings Cleansing Water to the US

If your current facial cleanser leaves your skin feeling dry and tight, look no further than the cleansing waters that are finally making their way to the US. Originally popular in Paris by brands such as Bioderma, these waters are free of oil, soap, and alcohol, and they don't require rinsing. Cleansing water acts as a cleanser and toner in one, gently removing makeup and grime in one easy motion.

Thanks to its popularity backstage during fashion week, cleansing water will be joining the product lineup at NARS. The high-end makeup brand is coming out with a lightweight version that will retail at $28. While the price may seem hefty, this product is much gentler on the skin than many makeup removers and cleansers. No harsh cloth is needed to scrub at the skin, which means you're not left red faced and uncomfortable afterwards. NARS suggests washing with a mild cleanser after the water, though the product can be used alone to cleanse skin with a few extra splashes. Check the NARS website for store locations.

Text Esther Reisberg

Source Style.com

Santa-Worthy Lips: Our Red Shade Picks for the Holidays

Kissable red lips are pretty much the definition of "holiday beauty" — aside from sparkle, of course. However, finding the perfect shade of the crimson hue can be a total nightmare. Luckily, we have done a little lipstick research of our own to help you out on your red hot hunt. Below are our top two picks for this season's best red lipsticks. We love these shade because they both have excellent long wearability, and the color is perfect!

First up is M.A.C. Cosmetics' colour plus texture lustre finish lipstick in Lady Bug. The subtle shimmer adds dimension to the highly saturated color, and it is perfectly pretty without gloss.

Our second pic is NARS' Pure Matte lipstick in Vesuvio. The creamy and hydrating application is ultra luxurious looking while the matte finish yields a full-bodied red.

Text Lauryn Stone
Sources MAC Cosmetics, NARS

Best Bronzers for Fall

As the air gets crisper and the wind gets stronger, a rosy glow is bound to come naturally, regardless of the makeup you wear. So, instead of the risk of overdoing the pink cheeks effect, why not ditch your blush altogether this fall and get a head start on the spring 2012 trend of a healthy, contoured bronzed look? Not every bronzer is created equal, so we’ve picked out a few top-notch products for you to give a go.

A dewy glow might look fresh for summer but, come this winter, a matte complexion will work best. With this in mind, a matte bronzer like the Multiple Bronzer by Nars is a great choice. Not only does this bronzer come in three different shades that literally compliment every skin tone, but you can also use it all over your face. Apply just a touch to your lids and your lips to create a full, minimal look that's on point for this season’s beauty look.

There’s more than one way to wear the Baked Pyramid Bronzer by Physicians Formula. Mix the four colors of this matte bronzing powder for a natural look, or go deeper by moistening your brush before application. There’s nothing worse than suffering a breakout in cold, dry weather — to keep your pores clean, opt for an oil free bronzer, like the Bronze Goddess Soft Matte Bronzer from Esteé Lauder. Try applying this bronzer just below your cheekbones for a more sculpted look.

Text Tienlyn Jacobson
Sources WWD, Esteé Lauder, Nars, Physicians Formula, and Michael Kors

Pucker Pick Me Up

I wake up in a pitch-black room, look out my window and see complete darkness, not a single ray of sunlight in the sky. I have plans to go shopping with friends but really, who wants to be productive when the gloomy weather sets up the perfect “lazy day.” What I need is a quick pick me up, something to pull me out of bed to get my day going. I need something to boost my confidence and make me feel alive. That’s when I resort to my staples, I lay in bed thinking and I finally figure it out. I rummage through my makeup bag and find my nude lipstick. I take it out, put it on and I feel like perfection. I am ready to conquer my day no matter what the weather outside may be. It sounds silly, but nude lipstick is the perfect pick me up. It is simple, but does the trick. I don’t always like wearing a bright, heavy lipstick, so it is good to pucker up and put on something a little more natural but still have your lips looking perfectly plump. The best part about nude lipstick is that it can come in a plethora of different shades and can be worn all year round.

Sephora has a myriad of brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Nars, and Dior. The Bare Essentials variation even has anti oxidants, Vitamin E and SPF in them. So pucker up, apply it liberally, and feel the glow.

Text Cara Jacobs