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Merit Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum
They say: The first fragrance release from Merit, this perfume extract features notes of bergamot and pear, jasmine, rose, vanilla, musk and more. With a “second-skin finish”, the warm-spicy scent balances fragrance elements of “old and new”.
We say: Merit is a brand that is all about effortless beauty. So it would make sense that its first fragrance would have a similar, chic ease. Our tester found the pear notes in this fragrance played prominently on her skin before the soft floral and musky base came through. It’s a soft, wearable scent that lingers on skin.
$125 for 30 mL | Meritbeauty.com and Sephora
Tom Ford Runway Lip Colour
They say: A bold, pigmented lipstick collection that features fade-resistant colour, along with lip-loving ingredients such as pomegranate seed oil and camelina seed oil.
We say: These chic lipsticks offer full colour with one sweep. Our tester tried the rich, red hue 16 Scarlet Rouge and noted its satiny finish had an updated ’80s power-suit appeal. The long wearing formula stayed impressively intact through wine — and most of a meal.
$80 | Sephora
Nexxus Heat Defense Spray Prep & Protect
They say: A heat-protecting spray for hair that boasts multiple benefits including softening, detangling and protecting strands from styling tool temperatures up to 232C.
We say: If hot tools are in your hair regime, then a protecting spray should be too. This spray formula is like a one-and-done option, protecting strands while also offering 48-hour frizz and 72-hour humidity protection. Applied to either wet or dry hair prior to heat styling, our tester found this spray battled frizz, added softness, and improved shine without weighing down her wavy hair.
$20.99 | Amazon