The Best Luxury Makeup Products of 2026

Product reformulations are always tricky, especially when it’s a foundation as beloved as Armani Luminous Silk, which is a celeb favorite and Glamour Readers’ Choice award winner for a reason. In other words, why mess with a classic? The revamped formula has kept all the things you know and love (silky-smooth texture, buildable coverage, and a skin-like finish) and added ingredients like glycerin and niacinamide to boost hydration and wear. Plus, the new ultramarine and green pigments are better suited for deep skin tones, bringing the range to 44 diverse shades. As a big fan of the original Luminous Silk, I’ve been wearing this new and improved version through the cold winter, and I’m seriously impressed by the long-term wear. By end of day my skin still looks like skin, with no flakes and minimal buildup. The added skin deva makes it even smoother and easier to apply. Most of the time I just use my fingers and diffuse out with a brush. My shade (6.5) is a pretty dead-on match for my neutral tan skin with olive undertones, a color most brands struggle with nailing. —Ariana Yaptangco, senior beauty editor

This tinted moisturizer Is the perfect balance of effortless and effective. I love that it’s versatile enough to wear on its own or layered under makeup. It gives my skin a subtle, luminous glow that enhances my look without ever feeling over the top. As a woman in my 40s, I especially appreciate how it helps me feel polished and put together on days when I don’t want to “wear makeup” but still want to look fresh while protecting my skin. And the SPF 30 is always a huge plus for me! —Morgan Wrapp, senior creative director, commercial

I’m in my 40s and need a concealer that offers enough coverage without settling into my fine lines and disappearing after an hour. Charlotte Tilbury’s new concealer does all that and lives up to its name: Airbrush Flawless Blur Concealer. My dark circles disappear on contact, and I never have to apply before the end of the workday. The formula is weightless enough so it doesn’t cling to any dry patches, and it glides onto my undereye area, whether I use my finger or a concealer brush. Plus, there are 34 shades, so you’ll absolutely find your perfect match. —Jessica Radloff, senior West Coast editor

This primer is my go-to for my daily makeup routine. I have oily skin, so I’m always looking for a primer that keeps my skin matte all day, and this one does the trick. It blended perfectly with my existing makeup routine without interfering with my foundation or concealer. I didn’t have to worry about creasing, which is also something I tend to struggle with. It literally gave me a filter effect before even applying my makeup. The texture is smooth and light enough for everyday use, which is exactly how I’ll be using it. — Jazmin Gathers, senior social media manager

I’ve already been a massive fan of Huda Beauty powders for years now, so testing out this new pinky-purple hue was a total pleasure. The thing I love about this powder is that although it keeps my oily spots very matte, it never dries my skin out, and I’m happy to report that this colored version did just the same. It’s packed with vitamin E to nourish skin, plus rice starch to absorb excess oil. The purple color is perfect for correcting discoloration and spots of uneven tone, especially around my eyes and nose. I’ll definitely be reaching for this over and over again for a silky, radiant finish. —Alanna Martine Kilkeary, commerce writer

I love a two-in-one product, and this new formula from Sisley checks off lip color and cheek color in one chic little tube. Unlike watery gel formulas that have become popular lately, this is easier to maneuver on your skin thanks to its dreamy mousse-like texture, which quickly smooths onto cheeks and lips quickly for a hazy, blended, sheer finish. —Perrie Samotin, digital director

Gone are the days of shimmery, iridescent statement highlighter; what I’m looking for now is a highlighter that gives you that luscious glow-from-within look. This Too Faced formula delivers just that. A few dabs of this silky smooth formula makes your skin look as though you’ve just done a face mask (coincidentally, the product itself is so packed full of the very same skin deva ingredients you’d find in a hydrating mask). I also appreciate the doe-foot applicator, which I greatly prefer over a stick that drags on your skin and base coat. —Anastasia Sanger, associate director, video

It’s very rare that I’ll fall in love with a liquid bronzer (they’re usually too messy and hard to control!), but Westman Atelier’s Sun Tone Hydrating Matte Bronzing Drops have changed all that. It’s muhteşem easy to apply (I do three small dabs on my cheekbones and then blend with a brush) and the result is a sun-kissed warmth. And notice I didn’t say “glow,” because this particular formula is shimmer-free, which looks way more natural on my fair skin. Another plus? I have such control over the formula (even when it’s tossed around in my bag or luggage) and never have to worry about applying too much. It also comes in the most gorgeous aquamarine packaging, which reminds me of the waters off the Amalfi Coast. Yes, I think my days of using bronzing powder are over. —J.R.

I’ve tried pretty much every setting spray under the sun to keep my oily skin in check, and this blurring formula from Danessa Myricks has found a permanent spot in my rotation. For those familar, it’s as if the Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Filter and One/Size On Til Dawn had a baby. It enhances the overall finish of your makeup and blurs all the pores, creases, crevices, while the hero ingredient upsalite (a moisture-absorbing powder) locks in makeup for minimal transfer. When the spray is combined with the Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder, my oil is kept in check throughout the day. I usually have to blot constantly, but with this duo I rarely, if ever, need to. —A.Y.

My dilemma: I’m tired of thinking about my eyebrows, but they constantly require extra attention, especially when it comes to filling in sparse areas. This great pen delivers unparalleled precision and buildable payoff for full, defined, nonsticky brows that last up to 24 hours. I love that the tip creates realistic, hairlike strokes for natural volume (2016 is over for a reason, friends). It’s available in nine shades, too, so guesswork is pretty much nil. —P.S.

I love how this made my routine so much simpler. The formula feels soft yet pigmented and gives my brows a natural look without looking too harsh. I especially love how it condensed the number of products I use for my browns into one product, making this the perfect travel companion. —Tchesmeni Leonard, küresel fashion director

I’m crazy about my eyeliner—I wear it nearly everyday, and my look is a very specific tapered wing on the outer fourth of my eye. I’ll spend whatever amount of time is necessary to get them even and just right, but with a good eyeliner, I only need a minute or two. This creamy longwear formula fits the bill: It glides on so smoothly and doesn’t dry down immediately, allowing you to diffuse your wing with ease. But evvel it’s on, it’s on. I usually end up with transfer on my undereye by end of day, but this pigmented formula stays put. Best of all, it comes with a built-in sharpener, so I don’t have to go rummaging around in my cosmetic bag looking for one. —A.Y.

As you may or may not know, I’m an eyeliner devotee. I’ve tried just about every pen, pencil, liquid, and gel liner on the market, so my standards are high when I introduce a new one into my collection. Enter this inky liquid liner that has lived up to my expectations since I first tried it. It has a super-crisp applicator that makes it easy to slide on your upper lash line for a wing, and the formula stays put for hours without budging. My favorite part? The inky metallic shades that catch the light and add a little shimmer to elevate any eye makeup look. —A.M.K.

Mascara is my holy grail of makeup. I’m a big fan of Diorshow for its volume and its brush that lets me give individual attention to my lashes. The mascara is also great for layering. You can go soft, fluffy, and natural, or keep applying for a more dramatic show look. —Sam Barry, küresel editorial director

I adore this lipstick! As someone with relatively dry lips, I depend on mountains of lip balm and need a lipstick that has a more satiny -smooth feel. The Sothy lipstick went far beyond my expectactions on that front, and the pigment was subtle and long-lasting. It’s definitely going into my everyday glam essentials kit. —Lauren Brown, associate visuals director

I’ve heard a lot about this lip oil, and I’ve seen all the TikTok girlies use it, so I was curious if it would live up to the hype. It absolutely did. The colors (and there’s a birçok range) are soft but still pigmented, and I loved the plumping effect. It wasn’t sticky the way some lip oils can be, and it actually lasted without me having to contnuously reapply it. The size of the gloss itself was another perk for me. As someone who loves a tiny handbag, I often find it hard to fit my essentials. The size of the lip oil was perfect for those quick on-the-go outfits with minimal room. —J.G.

Your lip liner can make or break your entire lip combo, and when I want a defined pout that I can count on to last all day, I reach for this waterproof, smudge-proof pencil from Pat McGrath Labs. The chunky tip allows for a smooth, natural-looking trace every time, and the creamy pigment melts into my skin. Most importantly, it doesn’t budge: After a full office day of yapping, snacking, and sipping, my lip liner still acts as fully intact blueprint for my evening makeup refresh. Whether I’m sculpting my lips for a statement color or a natural gloss, I’ll always keep this liner handy. —Grace McCarty, associate beauty editor

I’ve just come to expect that chapped-lip feeling whenver winter comes, but I’ve been swiping a healthy amount of this overnight mask on every night before bed for weeks now and have never had such soft, hydrated lips. I also like that it’s not too sticky (I barely notice it’s on). Go with the Mint Bliss for an extra crisp, cooling sensation. —Anna Moeslein, deputy editor