12 Essential Nars Products You Should Absolutely Own
Even if you saw the compact without its logo, there's a good chance that you'd instantly recognize Nars Cosmetics' Orgasm blush. The iconic rubber packaging houses one of the most well-known, most flattering cheek colors of all time and is beloved by millions of people around the world. But if you're a true beauty-lover, you know that Nars is so much more than that one product.
Visionary photographer and makeup artist Francois Nars founded his eponymous line in 1994, distributing just 12 lipstick hues to Barneys New York. Now the range features everything from skin care and cosmetics to tools and candles and is coveted by Fashion Week makeup artists and real girls alike.
So, yes, you've tried Orgasm by now, but how many other Nars products have you tried? We've curated 12 of the brand's best (including nails, body care, and tools!) that you should test ASAP.
Nars Cosmetics Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Dragon Girl
This red lip crayon is celebrated for its staying power, rich color, and hydration properties — a true rarity in many matte formulas. Crimson pout aficionado Taylor Swift is a fan of this shade!
Nars Cosmetics Bronzing Powder in Laguna
This legendary bronzer provides the perfect beach goddess glow to light and medium complexions. Because many matte formulas can look a bit flat on the skin, the brand added a bit of golden shimmer to this shade, giving luminosity to the skin. Is this color too light on you? Try its sister, Casino.
Nars Cosmetics Radiant Creamy Concealer
When we poll fellow beauty editors about their favorite concealers, this product often tops the list. The full-coverage formula covers even the most aggressive of dark circles and moisturizes, too, so fine lines don't look pronounced.
Nars Cosmetics Nail Polish in Mash
This polished caused mass hysteria among "lacqueristas" when it was relaunched in 2010. The stunning olive green hue is flecked with gold shimmer, adding a glow to your fingertips. Try it as an alternative to your favorite neutral manicure.
Nars Cosmetics Lipstick in Schiap
This is one of the brightest, flashiest matte hot-pink lipsticks on the market and it pops on all skin tones. If you're bold enough to wear it (go on — we dare you!), prepare for a lot of envious stares.
Nars Cosmetics The Multiple in Copacabana
Pale girls, this is one of the ultimate highlighters for fair complexions. The pearly champagne hue blends beautifully into skin, but we especially love how portable the stick is. Plus, you get so much product in one tube that you won't have to repurchase for ages!
Nars Cosmetics Monoi Body Glow
If you envy that sheen seen on the limbs of models and celebrities, pick up a bottle of this potion ASAP. The tiare blossom-infused coconut oil features a heavy dose of elegant bronze shimmer which, when applied to arms and legs, makes you look sun-kissed and lithe. The jasmine and vanilla scent is seriously seductive, too.
Nars Cosmetics Lip Gloss in Turkish Delight
Years ago, on Kim Kardashian's original website (RIP), she divulged her favorite makeup products and tips to get her signature look. She listed Turkish Delight as her go-to lip gloss, causing a shopping frenzy.
Nars Cosmetics Yachiyo Kabuki Brush
Every tool hoarder needs one of Nars's kabuki brushes in their collection, and this is a great first addition. The soft bristles are excellent for applying cheek color (including contouring and highlighting powders) as well as blending out eye color. Plus, the handcrafted handle makes it a statement piece.
Nars Cosmetics Duo Eyeshadow in Kalahari
These shimmering bronze shades are subtle enough for the office but are sexy enough to rock after hours, too. The rich pigment boasts subtle purple undertones that especially flatter brown, green, and hazel eyes.
Nars Cosmetics Satin Lip Pencil in Rikugien
This lip color is so moisturizing, it's practically gloss in a tube! We're fond of the way this rosy hue complements the natural pink tones in our lips, making it a staple in our everyday makeup bags.
Nars Cosmetics Blush in Orgasm
We'd be remiss if we didn't include this iconic item. The highly blendable powder blush features pink, peach, and gold pigments that create a truly sexy flush on practically every skin tone. It's possibly the most well-known cheek product in the beauty industry and has inspired dozens of similar products from other brands, but none compare to the original. If you haven't tried it yet, just know that yes, it's that good. If you're looking for a shade with a cooler undertone, we also swear by Nars's Sin blush.