32 Beauty Products Our Editors Loved in December

"Do you also like to pile on layer after layer of mascara? Same. I love a thick lash, but I still want length and definition to avoid a clumpy mess. This new mascara from L'Oreal Paris delivers on all fronts. It truly does not clump; the brand tested its smoothing complex against 100 coats. You can add just one or two coats for a flirty daytime look, or go wild and pump up the volume for something more dramatic." —Jenna Rosenstein, beauty director

"Merit's first fragrance is really a revelation. I'm not surprised; I'm a big fan of their uncomplicated and chic makeup offering, and their first fragrance, with notes of bergamot, pear, jasmine, and rosemary, doesn't disappoint. Also, they've done an amazingly chic jewelry collaboration with Completedworks that goes together with the fragrance. We love a beauty fashion duo." —Lynette Nylander, executive digital director

"A little of Dior's Prestige Le Concentré Yeux goes a long way to keep my under-eyes soft and supple. It combines yeast extract and the brand's proprietary Rosapeptide formula to minimize existing darkness, puffiness, and fine lines, and nicely also works to smooth skin on my upper eyelids." —Tiffany Dodson Davis, beauty commerce editor

"This is the time of the year when I start to feel ghostly and pull out a secret bag of tricks a la self-tanning products. I've been loving this tanning cream from Lux Unfiltered, which not only gives skin a bronze glow but contains peptides, caffeine, and squalane to firm and hydrate skin." —Katie Intner, associate beauty editor

"Winter weather does a number on my dry, sensitive skin, but heavy balms and creams tend to clog my pores. Insert Monastery’s Attar Floral Concentrate Balm. I’ve noticed significantly less dryness and irritation since I started slathering this on before spending time outside. A little goes a long way, so a single bottle lasts me all winter long." —Sarah Maberry, fashion and luxury commerce editor

"It's not new by any means, but Peter Thomas Roth's Water Drench moisturizer is the product I'm most grateful for in December when my skin starts to feel especially dry. I like the light, whipped, non-greasy texture and the fact that although it's not heavy, it really seems to sink in." —Izzy Grinspan, digital director

"Roja Parfum's Aoud Extraordinaire is my newest fragrance crush. It's anchored by oud and blended with notes of flowers, tropical fruits, cashmere, and gourmands for a well-rounded scent that doesn't smell like anything else in my collection." —TDD

"There's a reason this popular foundation stick is viral on TikTok and nearly sold out at Sephora—it's just that good. Its natural finish looks like my skin but better, with medium coverage that seamlessly conceals lingering dark spots and minor breakouts." —TDD

"I love a minimal smoky eye palette that I can travel with everywhere and can use for a quick day or night look. This one from Chanel is so chic, and the browns can go from subtle to bold depending on your mood." —Rosa Sanchez, senior news editor

"I’m typically quite skeptical of pillow sprays and beauty products that promise better sleep—but I swear by this magnesium spray from Alo. A few spritzes on my pulse points, and I’m out like a light. According to the brand, three sprays equals around 45 milligrams of magnesium, so it's a great alternative to ingestibles." —SM

"I've recently become addicted to lip combos. I have smaller lips, which I think suit my face, but it's always deterred me from doing anything too exciting. Now, thanks to TikTok, I've realized I've been missing out on the magic of lip balm. Specficailly, this Westman Atelier squeaky clean liquid lip balm. It goes on so smooth, makes my lips look so juicy and I love how pigmented it is." —Tara Gonzalez, senior fashion editor

"I actually look forward to using this product every day. I'm not the biggest fan of foundations or skin makeup in general, but this feels like a layer of smooth, refreshing bronzer that seeps into my skin and makes me look alive. It gives me a dewy look while still allowing my skin to look like skin (and it doesn't cover up my freckles, which I love) and feels so natural like I'm not wearing anything at all." —TG

"I was excited about Pattern's new steamer before even taking it out of the box at home, and even more so once my curly stylist used it on me with the accompanying Breakage Barrier Hair Mask as a pre-treatment at her salon! As someone who colors their hair and is simultaneously bouncing back from heat damage, this duo has been game-changing for the health of my curls, and helps minimize shedding and breakage overall." —TDD

"My skin runs extremely dry during the winter, and I usually opt for a rich seasonal moisturizer to keep flaking and dryness intact. Rhode's newly released Barrier Butter is easily one of the best overnight creams I've used in years—it's lush, non-scented, and keeps my skin looking dewy rather than dull when I look into a mirror the next morning. Hailey Bieber can take all my money!" —Bianca Betancourt, culture editor

“I’ve been a fan of Korean-based skincare line, Femmue for years. I incorporate several of their products into my skincare routine, but during the harsh winters when my skin is at its dryest, the Ideal Crème Riche face moisturizer has been my salve. It’s been so convincing that my mother always requests it as her birthday gift each year.” —Julie Tong, senior commerce content lead

"Every time I wear this highlighting powder out, I never fail to receive at least one compliment. Shimmery and radiant, it's the perfect finish for an everyday makeup look—and an insanely easy way to zhuzh up some holiday party glam." —Chelsey Sanchez, digital editor

"This moisturizer from Japanese clean beauty brand Dam Dam leaves my skin feeling plump, hydrated, and soft—just like its namesake." —Ariana Marsh, senior culture editor

"I cannot stand mascara that feels clumpy or heavy, so this Lancôme option is a godsend. The formula allows for easy layering, giving me the ability to max out on full lash volume. It’s also infused with a serum that assists with lash growth." —CS

"I love, love, love this set. The rosemary oil smells invigorating and leaves my curls feeling soft and refreshed while the ceramide blend soothes any try dry scalp I encounter this time of year." —Michella Oré, fashion commerce editor

"This LED mask is frankly one of the best items I purchased this year. I did an extensive amount of research on Red Light masks before landing on this one. The lights are strong, the treatment time is only a whopping three minutes, and it comes with both red and blue light features. It's my favorite part of my nighttime routine, and my rosacea-prone skin looks so glowy, even, and smooth since I started using it every night." —Olivia Alchek, senior designer