It’s hard to rank makeup products. Everyone has a different routine and prioritizes certain steps within that routine. For me? It’s blush and lips. I rarely wear eyeshadow. But your routine, and your must-haves within it, might be—and probably are—completely different. Not to mention skin concerns, or unique features you’re trying to enhance or diminish. But here’s the thing, regardless of the routine or desired look, we all want the same thing: products that are formulated well, easy to apply, and do what they say they’re going to. Read on to discover some of the products released this year that do just that. 

pocket blush, rhode, $24

rhode’s pocket blushes were one of the most highly anticipated launches of the year. After making a huge splash in the skincare space with her glazing milk, Hailey Bieber fully crossed over into the world of makeup for the first time with her pocket blushes. And they didn’t disappoint. The blushes are easy-wearing and effortlessly versatile.

The Lipstick, Byredo, $85.43

Byredo is perhaps most popular for its gorgeous array of fine fragrances, but don’t sleep on its makeup collection. The Lipstick formula is perfectly crafted for all-day, smudge-proof wear. With ten shades, including six reds, you’re sure to find one that suits you best. Plus, the bi-colour metal curvilinear casing will be a gorgeous welcome to any vanity or in any bag. 

CHANEL Shimmering Le Vernis in Rêveuse

CHANEL‘s Shimmering Le Vernis is just about as quick-drying and long-lasting as any non-UV LED light formula can be. The shade Rêveuse is a gorgeous shimmering viridescent shade created by Ammy Drammeh, a Global Makeup Creative Partner. It’s not quite Brat Green or Wicked Green but it’s equally as captivating.

SoftSculpt Bronzing & Shaping Serum, MAKEUP BY MARIO, $49

Mario Dedivanovic can do no wrong in our eyes. The SoftSculpt Bronzer serum proves it. From the dual applicator (a pump on one end and a doe-foot on the other) to the sheerness of the formula, every detail is considered—making this bronzer extremely versatile. Formulated with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, this flexible formula can be layered over foundation or used alone as a warming base.

Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip + Cheek Blush Stain, MILK Makeup, $33

Vegan, cruelty-free, skincare-as-makeup brand MILK MAKEUP released this first-of-its-kind Cooling Water Jelly Tint Lip + Cheek Blush Stain earlier this year and changed the blush game. The formula lasts all day and provides a perfectly builds up to a perfectly flushed colour for the lips and cheeks, making it easier than ever to achieve a monochromatic makeup look. 

Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush, Rare Beauty, $36

This pressed powder blush is a combination of two of Selena Gomez’s bestsellers: the Soft Pinch Liquid Blush and the Positive Light Liquid Luminizer Highlight. Combined, they make a product that might be even better than the two of them individually—the Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush. This pressed powder formula is incredibly smooth and weightless, leaving you with a radiant glowing-from-within flush. 

Donna Born in Roma Green Stravaganza Eau de Parfum, Valentino, $215

It’s not technically makeup, but a spritz of the right fragrance is the final step in any routine. Each fragrance and corresponding colour in Valentino’s Born in Roma collection is wonderful but Born in Roma Green Stravaganza Eau de Parfum is special. It’s ambery and floral to start, and then finishes with a cool base note of vanilla extract—perfectly harmonizing the smokiness and sweetness of its predeceasing layers. This fragrance is perfect for people who don’t want to smell edible but still want a touch of sweetness. 

Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette: The Neutrals, MAKEUP BY MARIO, $68

It can be tricky to find a good neutral eyeshadow palette but look no further than MAKEUP BY MARIO’s Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette. Featuring all matte shadows in universally flattering shades of beige and brown, this palette can take you from day to night, and an easy daytime look to a dramatic smoky eye. 

Fenty The Soft’Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation

The beauty mogul and superstar created a perfect everyday foundation in The Soft’Lit Naturally Luminous Longwear Foundation. This long-wearing, medium-coverage foundation delivers a golden-hour glow all day long while hydrating the skin to give a slightly luminous finish. It’s also sweat-, humidity-, and transfer-proof and comes in 50 shades.

Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volumizing Mascara

This new Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volumizing Mascara delivers huge volume without clumping. With its unique Lash Vinyl-Black Wrap Tech and curved brush, the formula delivers instant root-to-tip volume.