The Best 2023 Holiday Beauty Collections

The only thing more exciting than the holidays is the unveiling of new products from our favorite beauty brands. Keep reading to see this year’s most captivating collections:

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CHANEL Holiday 2023 Collection
Inspired by the Art Deco aesthetic and the opulence of the Roaring Twenties, Chanel's holiday collection exudes glamour. The Lumière Graphique Eyeshadow Palette includes five sequin-embossed shades that pay homage to Gabrielle Chanel's iconic dresses. The collection also showcases four shades of the reimagined Rouge Allure L’Extrait High-Intensity Lip Colour in an Art Deco-inspired black and golden click case. The Duo Lumière Illuminating Powder Duo features a pink champagne and a crystal white illuminating powder, recalling Gabrielle Chanel's sparkling creations. Completing the collection, Chanel introduced three new shades of the Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in pink-white, patina gold, and glittering black.


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Charlotte Tilbury Rocket Collection
Charlotte Tilbury's dazzling new collection radiates the "glitz, glamour, and euphoric energy" of the holiday season. Celebrating the season of giving, the collection proudly supports The Rocket Fund, powered by the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Drawing inspiration from the unparalleled star power of Elton John, the "Rocket" collection features two new stellar lipstick shades and a star-studded makeup bag, all thoughtfully curated into a range of showstopping gift sets.

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Dior Holiday 2023 Collection

For Dior's holiday collection, Peter Philips, the Creative and Image Director of Dior Makeup, found his inspiration in the colors and intricate patterns of the Tuileries Gardens to create limited-edition pieces. Dior reinvented the iconic Minaudière Clutch in gleaming gold. The case houses a Rouge Dior lipstick and three refills in shades with couture finishes. Embracing the spirit of the holiday season, the Diorshow 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palette takes you on an enchanting journey through the Tuileries Garden, whether by day or night, depending on your chosen color harmony. The five eyeshadows are etched with a limited-edition pattern inspired by the architectural wonders of this cherished Parisian site, dear to Christian Dior himself. The Rouge Dior Forever Liquid Transfer-Proof Liquid Lipstick is available in a limited edition sequin finish. Dior's Rouge Blush is reimagined in two limited-edition shades and etched with a pattern inspired by Parisian architecture. As an added delight, the collection also introduces a fresh addition with the Dior Addict Case in a limited-edition swirl design that draws inspiration from the Tuileries Gardens.


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Patrick Ta Major Holiday Collection

Patrick Ta's Major Holiday Collection features the Major Brow Lamination Gel to help you mimic the look of laminated brows. The Major Dimension III Matte Eyeshadow Palette features both warm and cool nudes to help you create versatile holiday looks. Stay looking sunkissed through the cold winter months with the Major Sculpt Crème Contour & Powder Bronzer Duo. The Major Holiday collection also introduces new shades of the Silky Lip Crème.


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LYS Beauty Holiday Collection

The LYS Beauty Holiday Collection features a range of makeup sets to achieve the perfect holiday look. The Complete Confidence offers five essential brushes for a flawless face. For rosy cheeks, the Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush Set includes three stunning mauve shades. Enhance your lips with the Speak Love Matte Liquid Lipstick Set, featuring three liquid lipsticks in nude and berry tones. For more hydration, the Speak Love Lip Treatment Oil & Moisture Matte Lipstick Set includes both a high-shine lip treatment oil and a nourishing matte lipstick. The duo is available in four delightful shades: Hot Chocolate, Chocolate Hazelnut, Chocolate Cherry, and Dark Chocolate. Say goodbye to chapped lips this winter with the Speak Love 3-Piece Lip Treatment Oil Set, a limited-edition trio of LYS Beauty's fan-favorite lip oils.


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R.E.M Beauty Holiglitch Collection

R.E.M Beauty’s galactic holiday collection features three gift sets for the eyes, lips, and face. The Naughty & Iced Face and Blush Set includes an icy "Miss Neptune" highlighter and a toasty "Gingerbread Kiss" Eclipse Blush & Lip Stick. For eyes that defy gravity, get the Galactic Frost Metallic Eye Set features the iridescent "Frostbyte" metallic gel eyeshadow, an At the Borderline kohl pencil in "Tinsel" and eyeliner marker in "Midnight Black.” Get hypnotizing lips with the Pixel-Iced Mini Plumping Lip Gloss Set featuring shades "Jelly Sandals," "Utmost Importance," and "Blue Moon."


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Laura Mercier Celestial Celebration Collection

Inspired by the night sky, Laura Mercier’s Celestial Celebration collection takes you to the cosmos. The Cosmic Pairing Lip Glacé Duo includes two full size lip glacés in two shades: Macaroon and Babydoll. The collection introduces The Guiding Star Translucent Loose Setting Powder, the brand's best-selling powder in limited-edition packaging inspired by constellations. Achieve Laura's festive holiday look with the Cosmic Stars Caviar Stick Eye Shadow Trio and the Stellar Shimmers Caviar Stick Eye Shadow Trio. The Shimmer and Glow Face Palette will make you shine the brightest at any holiday party.


Article by Taylor Houston, Assistant Fashion & Beauty Editor, PhotoBook Magazine
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