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The Best MERIT Beauty Products, According to Our Editors

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What do shoppers, celebrities and beauty editors love most about MERIT Beauty? The answer is impossible to narrow down to one. MERIT’s “modern minimalist aesthetic” is ultra-curated with versatile products that have become non-negotiable, “desert island” essentials (a major pro in today’s age of “de-influencing”). That minimalist ethos also drives the brand’s commitment to clean ingredients that prioritize skin health. Add in unfussy packaging, buildable textures and universally flattering color choices and MERIT is the unrivaled choice to highlight and enhance natural beauty and deliver full-on glam. (Demi Moore and Lily Collins have notably dazzled on red carpets wearing nothing but MERIT.)

With ultra-sleek makeup, burgeoning skin-care offerings and a brand-new fragrance, MERIT’s fourth anniversary this month has a lot to celebrate. In that spirit, read our editors’ favorite products from the acclaimed beauty brand.

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The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick ($38)

“I love MERIT The Minimalist sticks. I’ll use different shades for foundation, concealer and to contour and love how multipurpose, creamy and long-lasting they are.” —Danielle Dooley, director of editorial partnerships

“This is my go-to complexion fix for a natural, effortless look. It’s lightweight, blends beautifully and doesn’t cake, perfect for covering up without looking overdone.” —Tatiana Bido, aesthetic content manager

“This is the product that turned me onto foundation sticks years ago, and I’ve embraced them ever since. I can use it all over as foundation, or just in the places I need it as concealer. I use the shade Dune in the fall/winter and the shade Ecru in the summer when my skin tone is a bit warmer. Love it!” —Britt Fallon, beauty director

merit the minimalist perfecting complexion sticks
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Signature Lip Lightweight Lipstick ($26)

“This lipstick has a sheer finish that lets you build up to the exact level of pigment you want. It gives you that gorgeous just-bitten look.” —Rowan Lynam, staff writer

“I have never worn a more comfortable lipstick. The color payoff is gorgeous and long-lasting too. My go-to shade is Millennial (shown here).” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

Merit Signature Lip
3 / 7

Flush Balm ($30)

“There is a reason this product has so many positive reviews. Every shade is gorgeous, and your flush will stay put all day long!” —Rowan Lynam, staff writer

“It’s never dry or splotchy, builds without looking cakey and the colors are so flattering (I currently have three).” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

merit flush balm in persimmon
4 / 7

Retrospect L’Extrait de Parfum ($92)

“Ever since this launched, I’ve rarely turned to any other fragrances. I’m obsessed with this grandma-but-make-it-hot scent, I simply can’t quit it.” —Allie Hogan, senior beauty editor

merit-retrospect-perfume
5 / 7

Brush No.1 ($32)

“The Merit Brush No. 1 is unmatched for blending.” —Tatiana Bido, aesthetic content manager

“I use the brush for everything! The bristles are so soft but dense, so it really blends seamlessly.” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

MERIT BEAUTY BRUSH NO.1
6 / 7

Great Skin Instant Glow Serum ($38)

“If there’s makeup on my face, this serum is on my skin. Foundation, concealer, blush—it all blends better and wears better with Great Skin under it. A review I read sums it up perfectly: ‘It gives you the glazed donut look without looking greasy.’” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

Merit Beauty Great Skin Instant Glow Serum
7 / 7

Bronze Balm ($30)

“Foolproof bronzer that blends like a dream and warms up my complexion in seconds. I use it as a bronzer, contour, an under-eye color-correcting concealer and even as eye shadow.” —Leiana Foye, senior digital content producer

MERIT Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer

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