NARS Powermatte Lip Pigment
Summer beauty usually means embracing dewiness and creamier formulas, but sometimes, it can go overboard if you’re piling on the moisturizer, SPF, highlighter, and lip gloss. That’s why when August rolls around, most of us are grateful that beauty brands are already focusing on fall. That means deep, sensuous colors and new formulas that are a far cry from the gloss and sheen of summertime. For NARS, that means a liquid lipstick that eschews shine entirely for a high-pigment, all-matte finish that’s perfect for fall — and right now, too.
Available in 18 shades, the new NARS Powermatte Lip Pigment ($26) boasts a brand-new formula that’s packed with pigment but doesn’t feel at all heavy. The slick formula goes on smoothly in one swipe, and thanks to the custom applicator, getting clean lines is easy and carefree. So is the color, which lasts and stains the lips for no worries, even through meals and summertime coffee drinks.
“Lips are all about fun. Virtually every color can work on everyone. Paired with a soft eye, even the darkest or brightest shade of lip color can create a striking makeup look on its own,” François Nars, the founder and creative director of NARS Cosmetics, says.
The shade selection includes some old favorites from the line, like Slow Ride and American Woman, as well as brand-new shades that are designed to flatter every skin tone. Pick up a summer-ready pink or nude for now and snag a berry hue for when the fall weather finally hits. You’ll be glad to have the options, because like all NARS releases, you can be sure that the must-have hues will sell out quick.
Available at Sephora.
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