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With the new year comes a ton of new makeup goodies and refreshing skincare products to get you excited and for beauty addicts looking to update their makeup bag, here are February’s hot new buys to try. Whether you’re searching for the perfect red lip shade to complete your evening look or looking for a new face mask that will brighten your skin, these new beauty releases may just be your new favourite go-to products to give you a flawless face.

1) Mac Cosmetics Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour, $20: For beauty lovers looking for a new lip shade to rock for the year, try Mac’s Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour which promises to provide an intense bright of pigment with a velvet finish. The lipcolour claims to be quick-drying and long wearing for an all day wear that won’t budge. From bubblegum pink shades to wine red hues, sweep this on for a luscious pout.

2) BareMinerals Skinlongevity Vital Power Infusion, $62: Get natural glowing skin with BareMinerals’ Vital Power Infusion. This lightweight serum claims to prevent and reduce fine lines and wrinkles for a clearer complexion while replenishing the skin’s natural moisture, giving your face a radiant finish. Apply this at night to keep your face hydrated throughout the harsh winter days.

3) Laura Mercier Candleglow Soft Luminous Foundation, $72: Swap your matte foundations with this creamy, lightweight foundation from Laura Mercier. The foundation is infused with pearl mica for a natural luminosity and its purified water claims to help the foundation glide on smoother on the skin while locking in moisture. The foundation is also said to provide a medium coverage to enhance your natural shade.

4) Glamglow GravityMud Firming Treatment, $79: If you’re aiming for younger-looking skin, smooth on this face mask from Glamglow for an instant firming and lifting effect without needing to go under the knife. The white cream turns into a metallic chrome colour once it dries and when peeled is said to leave skin feeling smoother. It is formulated with marshmallow, licorice and hyaluronic extract to brighten the skin.