💡Quick Answer

I tested 13 new makeup launches and found the real winners: Kosas baked blush for dimension, Kylie's tint for versatility, and that Bobbi Brown lip serum for the perfect natural finish.

💄 MakeupFrom YouTube·📖 2 min read·Published: January 8, 2026

New Makeup First Impressions: Hits & Misses Revealed

Get the honest scoop on the latest beauty launches! From Kylie's new tints to Fenty's suede blushes - see what's worth your money.

⚡ Key Takeaways

Benefit primer + Kylie skin tint combo creates flawless natural base
💧Kosas Baked Blush 'Hype' beats liquid and powder formulas for dimension
☀️MAC Give Me Sun bronzer delivers natural warmth without orange undertones
💕Bobbi Brown Extra Plump Lip Serum gives hydration + subtle color in one

Testing the Latest Beauty Launches

Ready for some honest first impressions? Today we're diving into a full face of brand new makeup products to see which ones deserve a spot in your beauty bag and which ones you can skip.

Base Game Strong

Starting with the Benefit Cosmetics Matte Pore Minimizing Primer, this created the perfect canvas for the Kylie Cosmetics Blurring Skin Tint. The combination worked beautifully for a natural, skin-like finish that didn't feel heavy.

Blush Battle: Liquid vs. Powder

The real showdown happened with blushes. The Kylie Cosmetics Lip & Cheek Blush Tint impressed with its versatility, while the Fenty Beauty Suede Powder Blush delivered that signature Fenty pigmentation. But the real winner? The Kosas Blush is Life Baked Dimensional Blush "Hype" - the depth and dimension were unmatched.

Finishing Touches That Matter

For bronzing, the MAC Give Me Sun Bronzer provided natural warmth, while the Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil Extreme "Anywhere Caffeine" proved to be the perfect nude liner shade.

The Bobbi Brown Extra Plump Lip Serum "Bare Rose" added the ideal finishing touch - subtle color with serious hydration.

The Final Verdict

Not every product was a winner, but the standouts definitely earned their place in the makeup rotation. Which of these new launches are you most excited to try?

💡 Expert Tips

Test Blush Formulas Side by Side

Don't just stick to one formula - liquid, powder, and baked blushes all have different finishes. Testing multiple textures helps you find what works best with your skin type and application style.

💎 Pro tip: Apply liquid blush before powder products for seamless blending

Prime Smart for Skin Tints

Lightweight bases like skin tints need the right primer to grip properly. A pore-minimizing primer creates the perfect canvas without competing with the natural finish you're going for.

🛍️ Shop All Products

Benefit Cosmetics

Matte Pore Minimizing Primer

Kylie Cosmetics

Blurring Skin Tint

Summer Fridays

Lip Butter Balm

Kylie Cosmetics

Lip & Cheek Blush Tint

Benefit Cosmetics

Matte Blurring Loose Setting Powder

Pat McGrath Labs

Skin Fetish Blurring Under Eye Powder

MAC

Give Me Sun Bronzer

Patrick Ta

Contour 2 Brush

Fenty Beauty

Suede Powder Blush

Kosas

Blush is Life Baked Dimensional Blush “Hype”

Make Up For Ever

Artist Color Pencil Extreme “Anywhere Caffeine”

Bobbi Brown

Extra Plump Lip Serum “Bare Rose”

Rare Beauty

Tinted Pressed Finishing Powder

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Beauty Creator · 50K+ Followers · 5+ Years