NYLON’s Ultimate Beauty Gift Guide 2018: Limited Edition Palettes

This is the golden age of makeup. Eyeshadows, blushers, highlighters are simply not what they used to be and it comes as no surprise that we’re greeted with new editions of your favourite palettes from brands all around the world. We’ve been waiting for months for one of our favourite months to come, and with that, going full-on holiday glam for the season seems like a pretty good excuse to splurge a little more on some of your beauty must-haves. Whether it’s finding a gift for that one vain friend that we all have, or even if you’re finding a gift for yourself this holiday, these hot releases are definitely not to be missed.

1. PAT MCGRATH MTHRSHP EYE PALETTE IN BRONZE TEMPTATiON, $55
Available at Pat McGrath Labs

It’s hard to justify buying single eyeshadow when there are so many new eyeshadow palettes to be had. Known to be one of the most sought-after makeup artist in the world, Pat McGrath has just released six illicit classic shades – ranging from warm mattes to glittery golds, for the perfect Christmas dinner look.

2. FENTY BEAUTY KILLAWATT FOIL HIGHLIGHTER PALETTE, $74
Available at Sephora

Who said highlighters should only come in shades of silver and gold? Not Rihanna for sure. This limited-edition Fenty palette features 7 never-before-seen frost-inspired highlighter shades that will be sure to leave your skin poppin’! Whether it’s stone cold lavenders, icy blue or fiery copper, this palette has it all. Oh, and have I mentioned how pretty the packaging is?

3. TARTE PINEAPPLE OF MY EYE COLLECTOR’S SET, $85
Available at Sephora

There is nothing wrong with going a bit extra with the packaging if the palette inside is just as amazing – and Tarte never disappoints. Open up the golden pineapple and it will reveal 24 exclusive shades with 2 blushes, a highlighter and a bronzer! The set also comes with a lip paint and an eyeliner. This will be the perfect gift for that someone you know is obsessed with makeup and ready to recreate any look. Plus, it isn’t just a palette because it would totally look cute on your vanity table too – duh!

4. KAT VON D FETISH EYESHADOW PALETTE
Available at Sephora

Kat Von D just dropped her Fetish Eyeshadow Palette and well, we have to say, it really got us feeling some type of way… Consisting of 24 of the most versatile and wearable shades, this palette works best if you’re looking to transition your eye look from day to night in a jiffy.

1. M.A.C. SHINY PRETTY THINGS FACE COMPACT
Available at M.A.C. stores

To say that this face compact by M.A.C. is pretty would be an understatement. Dust on some highlight, pack on some blush and bronze up your features for that perfect soft, rosy glow for the holidays.

2. YSL BEAUTE GOLD ATTRACTION COLLECTION MAKEUP, $62
Available at YSL BEAUTÉ stores

What is a holiday season without a bit of glitter in your makeup? This limited-edition YSL multi-palette includes a highlighter, 3 must-have eyeshadows, a creamy eyeliner and 2 dynamic shades of blush. With a matte black backdrop to YSL’s iconic logo, the packaging is timeless and a must-have couture item to covet this season!

3. NARS HIGH VOLTAGE HIGHLIGHTER PALETTE,
Available at Sephora and at all NARS counters

If you’ve been a fan of NARS and their iconic products, then this palette might just give you another Orgasm – well, not literally (or that we know of). Besides its eye-catching embellished design, this edgy palette comes with a highlighter and a bronzer to bring out that lit-from-within glow that we’re all still obsessing about.

1. SHU UEMURA X LA MAISON DU CHOCOLAT GANACHE & PRALINÈ EYE PALETTE
Available at TANGS 

The purveyor of the iconic facial cleansing oil is back and is taking eyeshadows to a whole new level with their collab with La Maison Du Chocolat & Pralinè. The eye palette consists mainly of brown hues and gives a warmer vibe to your usual Christmas get-up. And of course, how can we forget – the whole entire palette smells divine and we love the fact that we can look, smell and feel yummy at the same time.

2. ETUDE HOUSE TINY TWINKLE SHADOW PALETTE, $39
Available at selected Etude House outlets 

The term “Twinkle” and “Stars” come with certain connotations. So when Etude House dropped their holiday collection featuring their Tiny Twinkle Eyeshadow Palette, we were starry-eyed. It may come off as small as compared to the other eyeshadow palettes mentioned but a few swipes across your lids from this palette will have you looking from ham to glam in no time.

3. MARC JACOBS O!MEGA GLAZE ALL-OVER FOIL LUMINIZER, $69
Available at Sephora

If you’re a streak phobe, then this Marc Jacobs O!Mega Glaze All-Over Foil Luminizer will be what you have been searching for. This Luminizer is all you need to get glazed with the most natural and radiant glow. Whether it’s on your cheekbones, on your shoulders (or even down your legs), this sun-kissed peachy gold highlighter blends seamlessly into your skin for a more natural and ethereal glow. 


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