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We think these limited-edition year-end launches will sell out by the time the party season rolls around. Don’t say we didn’t warn you! By CARINA KOH

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We think these limited-edition year-end launches will sell out by the time the party season rolls around. Don’t say we didn’t warn you! By CARINA KOH

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Cle de Peau Beaute Rosalie Le Serum, $420.
This brightening and hydrating cult serum boasts the brand’s Illuminating Complex, which is made of natural silk and protein from pearls. For the festive season, the signature multifaceted golden bottle gets dressed in a gorgeous shade of ruby red instead.

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Bobbi Brown Holiday 2015 Deluxe Cheek & Eye Palette, $126.
In this luxe, lacquered case that channels old Hollywood glamour: eight eyeshadows (in shimmery gold, taupe and silver, and five other ultra-wearable matte hues), two blushers (a deep rose and a bright pink) and a dual-ended eyeshadow/ eyeliner brush.

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Lancome 2015 Fall Makeup Essentials Palette, $110.
This palette gets points for being chic – the case has a pebble grain leather covering, and is adorned with a grosgrain ribbon and a silver buckle engraved with the iconic Lancome rose. In it, you’ll find four eyeshadows in shades like taupe, bronze and brown, three brow powders, a creamy blusher, and two eyeshadow and eyebrow brushes.

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Shu Uemura Maison Kitsune Laque Sparkler, $40.
This trio of lip glosses in bright but wearable colours – pink, orange and red – boast stylish, minimalist packaging. They also have little golden pearls in the formula to amp up shine and give you a fuller-looking pout.

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Yves Saint Laurent Beaute Kiss & Love Multi Usage Palette, $119.
We like the idea of bringing our entire makeup kit to parties (for pre-selfie touch-ups, of course.) Well, this notebook-like case houses four metallic eyeshadows, two lip colours and a coral blusher – that’s more than enough for us. Plus, the lip colours – vampy red and bright pink – work with practically any look.