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The Hourglass Holiday Drop Is Here — and It's Stunning

If your holiday wishlist has been waiting for something worthy, Hourglass Cosmetics just delivered. The luxury brand has released a curated trio of gift-ready sets — including The Bestseller Set, The Travel Brush Set, and a standalone Vegan Leather Makeup Bag — that manage to feel indulgent, practical, and unmistakably Hourglass all at once.

Here's a closer look at what's inside, why it's worth it, and how to make the most of each piece.

The Bestseller Set ($295): A Greatest-Hits Edit

This set is essentially a highlight reel of Hourglass's cult classics, and at $295, it's a genuine value considering everything packed inside:

• Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm in Slip — a plumping, high-shine balm that gives lips that lit-from-within fullness
• Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara in Ultra Black — for length, lift, and a clean, feathery finish
• Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked in Hope — the iconic multi-use palette that blurs, brightens, and sculpts
• Ambient Lighting Edit Brush II — designed specifically to swirl and diffuse those powders seamlessly
• NEW Vegan Leather Makeup Bag — the finishing touch that elevates the whole gift

Pro tip: Layer the Phantom Balm in Slip over a nude lip liner for a soft, plush pout that photographs beautifully in low holiday lighting.

The Travel Brush Set ($184): For the Beauty Lover Who's Always On the Go

If you (or your gift recipient) live out of a carry-on, this one's a no-brainer. It includes travel-sized versions of Hourglass's most-loved brushes:

• Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Brush (Travel Size)
• Vanish Seamless Finish Concealer Brush (Travel Size)
• Veil Powder Brush (Travel Size)
• NEW No. 15 Blush Brush (Travel Size)
• Double Ended Eyeshadow Brush
• NEW Travel Makeup Brush Bag

The brushes are shrunken down without sacrificing performance — the bristles still deliver that airbrushed Hourglass finish, just in a more suitcase-friendly footprint.

The Vegan Leather Makeup Bag ($98)

Sold separately for those who don't need the full set, this Vegan Saffiano leather pouch is structured, spacious, and built to keep its shape wash after wash. At 222.87 x 132.82mm, it's roomy enough for daily essentials but slim enough to slip into a tote. The interior pocket is a small but genuinely useful detail for keeping smaller items (think lip liners and cotton buds) organized.

Who Should Buy Which?

• Gifting a Hourglass newbie? The Bestseller Set is the ultimate introduction.
• Shopping for a frequent flyer or makeup artist? The Travel Brush Set wins.
• Just want the bag? Grab the Vegan Leather Pouch solo — it's a chic upgrade to any vanity.

Ready to shop? You can browse the Bestsellers Set on hourglasscosmetics.com before the holiday rush sells them out.

Final Thoughts

Hourglass rarely does a bad launch, but this holiday release feels especially thoughtful. Between the luxury makeup formulas, the sculpted brushes, and the reusable vegan leather packaging, these sets check the boxes for beauty lovers who care about performance and presentation. Add them to your cart before they're gone — because bestseller status tends to be self-fulfilling.

Hourglass presents the latest Unreal Liquid Blush collection. Available in 7 shades.

This cream blush boasts a long-lasting, easily blendable formula with a velvety texture.

Its serum-like consistency ensures a natural finish that endures for up to 12 hours.

Keep an eye out for the launch at hourglasscosmetics.com.

Introducing the Equilibrium Transformative Cleansing Balm from Hourglass,

This revolutionary ultra-nourishing balm-to-oil cleanser effortlessly removes makeup, sunscreen, and impurities while leaving the skin hydrated and radiant.

As the essential first step in your skincare ritual, this balm transforms into a nourishing oil when gently massaged into the skin, instantly removing long-wearing makeup. 

Infused with Amnio Youth Lipids and hydrating oils, this balm helps replenish moisture and balance the skin barrier, leaving your complexion radiant and healthy-looking.

Price: $65

Discover now at hourglasscosmetics.com.

Presenting Hourglass's Blush & Glow Volume II Palette and Bronze & Highlight Palette.

These limited-edition palettes showcase the best-selling Ambient Lighting powders, designed to diffuse, enhance, and illuminate. Each palette includes a combination of finishing powder, blush, and highlighter, promising a radiant complexion.

Powered by the Photoluminescent Technology, these powders work to filter surrounding light, blurring imperfections and refining the skin's appearance. With 6 versatile shades in each palette, they can be applied individually or layered together for a soft-glow finish.

This formula delivers a multidimensional luminescence, leaving your skin looking softer and more youthful. These palettes enhance your skin's beauty in any setting.

Price: $90 each

Available now on hourglasscosmetics.com.

Prepare to be dazzled by Hourglass' latest reveal - two Ambient Light Face Palettes.

These palettes boast smooth, opalescent powders that effortlessly capture ambient light, softening imperfections and elevating your complexion with a captivating glow.

Stay tuned for the upcoming release on hourglasscosmetics.com.

Discover the new Ambient Lighting Palette Golden Rose Edit from Hourglass.

This product features 4 stunning shades of blush, bronzer, and highlighter, meticulously curated to sculpt and illuminate your complexion with a seamless, radiant glow.

Harnessing the power of Photoluminescent Technology, these powders capture, diffuse, and soften ambient light, enhancing the skin's appearance with a refined luminosity.

Price: $74

Discover now on selfridges.com.

Hourglass introduces the new Vanish Airbrush Pressed Powder.

This is a talc-free, sheer pressed powder that has been clinically shown to instantly reduce shine, offering an airbrushed finish that lasts all day. Available in 5 shades.

This weightless powder enables you to set, perfect, and touch up on the go, while its non-drying formula swiftly absorbs excess oil and minimizes the appearance of pores.

Infused with microspherical powders akin to Hourglass’ top-selling Vanish Airbrush Concealer, this formula diffuses imperfections without settling into fine lines.

Price: $48

Launching on April 7th on sephora.com.

Discover the latest product from Hourglass - the Unlocked Soft Matte Lipstick. This primer-infused lipstick delivers rich color and a soft matte finish that lasts all day.

Infused with lip-conditioning ingredients, it primes and smooths lips while its weightless, silky texture effortlessly glides on for seamless application that does not feather or bleed.

Featuring buildable, full-coverage color with a soft matte finish, this formula provides all-day wear without feeling heavy. The sleek gold magnetic case is embossed with the Unlocked symbol, and the custom bullet shape allows for precise application.

This vegan and cruelty-free lipstick is the newest addition to Unlocked, a collection supporting the Nonhuman Rights Project’s mission to unlock the cages of wild animals in captivity.

Price: $38 each

Grab yours now on hourglasscosmetics.com and sephora.com.

Hourglass has just introduced 4 new shades of the Phantom Volumizing Glossy Balm: Reveal 90 - True Pink, Wish 95 - Warm Peach, Crave 140 - Warm Pink, and Rouse 180 - True Chestnut.

This innovative 3-in-1 hybrid not only hydrates like a lip balm but also plumps for fuller-looking lips, providing the high-shine finish of a lip gloss.

The balm effortlessly glides onto the lips, offering rich color and comfortable wear without any sticky or tacky sensation.

The groundbreaking formula contains a Conditioning Complex, leaving lips instantly softer and smoother, with a nourished and replenished feel throughout the day.

Price: $36 each

Available now on hourglasscosmetics.com.