December is the season of giving, but it’s also the season of shopping, and you might as well scoop up a few things for yourself while you’re out there. Whether you’re looking for a new signature fragrance, a perfect-for-the-holidays eyeshadow palette or a revitalizing shampoo, there are some great new options hitting store shelves this month. These are the best new beauty products to add to your makeup drawer or vanity — or, of course, you can give them as gifts.
December must-buys
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Signature Scent
The beautifully illustrated box is reason enough to buy this perfume. And the scent is a flowery explosion of gardenia, jasmine, violet and moon orchid. If you love floral fragrances, this is sure to become your new favorite.
Isabel Isabel by Isabel Toledo, $52.50 at Lane Bryant
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Hair Boost
Matrix's new Biolage Raw collection of shampoos and conditioners are infused with botanical ingredients and come in cool bottles reminiscent of juices. This volumizing shampoo is great for anyone with fine hair — it creates lots of oomph while still moisturizing dry ends.
Biolage Raw Uplift Shampoo, $11.99 at JCPenney
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Wow Shadows
This Gatsby-inspired makeup palette is one of the prettiest limited-edition finds of the season. And you can use the super-saturated metallic shadows to create a plethora of party looks.
Cle de Peau Les Annees Folles Limited Edition Eye Color Palette, $125 at Barneys New York
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Firming Face Mask
The only thing better than a sheet mask is a sheet mask made with seaweed and infused with firming marine peptides. Slap this one on for 20 minutes before applying makeup and you'll barely need foundation. It leaves skin incredibly plump and hydrated.
The Seaweed Bath Co. Firm and Lift Treatment Mask, $9 at Seaweed Bath Co.
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Tanning Serum
If you're feeling pale and sallow this time of year but a full-on spray tan is too much, pick up this serum. You can add a couple drops to your favorite moisturizer for both instant and gradual bronzing benefits.
Tan-Luxe Illuminating Serum Self Tan Facial Drops, $39.95 at HSN
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Room Refresher
Just because you don't have a fireplace (or don't feel like lighting one) doesn't mean your home can't smell woody and inviting. This new mist turns any room into a cozy mountain lodge.
LAFCO Home Fragrance Mist in Feu de Bois, $40 at LAFCO
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Supercharged Mascara
Thanks to its wacky-looking brush, this new mascara can help anyone achieve the fullest lashes possible. The hollow middle holds onto product so it's easy to layer and the ball point lets you get even the tiniest corner lashes.
CoverGirl So Lashy Blast Pro, $8.99 at Target
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Nail Rehab
Dry, peeling nails lead to chipped manicures, and the only thing that can help is moisture. Fortunately, that doesn't mean you have to skip polish. This new therapeutic formula is infused with argan oil that releases over time to hydrate nails — and it lasts up to 10 days without chipping.
Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail Polish, $6.99 at Target
