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October presented a fun time for us beauty enthusiasts. Unlike September, which mostly saw an uptick in haircare and skincare newness, this month offered a variety of beauty launches that hit virtual and store aisles. From a new line of fast-drying nail polishes by Olive and June to a fragrance from fashion house Jimmy Choo, something from practically every beauty category came out this month. We at Reviewed parsed through all of them to help you decide where to direct your attention—and cash, if you’re planning to treat yourself.
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1. This versatile eyeshadow palette: Huda Beauty Empowered Eyeshadow Palette
Thanks to its inclusion of 18 shades, the Huda Beauty Empowered Eyeshadow Palette is everything you need for a beautiful, polished eye look. It contains a medley of neutral colors to choose from as well as a wide selection of copper and golden-toned hues that come in “matte,” “shimmer,” “satin” and “metallic” finishes. Mix and match the colors for an elaborate ensemble or wear them alone for a soft wash of color on the lids.
$67 at Sephora
2. This fast-drying nail polish: Olive and June Quick Dry Nail Polish
Are you crunched for time and can’t fit a manicure appointment in? The Olive and June Quick Dry Nail Polish avows to save you precious time by drying in “about a minute,” according to the brand. It comes in 19 shades that have a “mirror-like shine.” Once you’re satisfied with the paint job, you can seal all the glossy goodness in with the also-new Quick Dry Top Coat.
$8 at Olive and June
3. This matte liquid lipstick: EM Cosmetics Soft Spoken Velvet Lip Creme
Cakey-looking, dry lips are supposedly unheard of with the Soft Spoken Velvet Lip Creme from EM Cosmetics. According to the brand, the matte lipstick’s lightweight texture encases lips in a “plush, velvety softness” that is easily customizable for either subtle or dramatic coverage, depending on how many coats you apply. The …….