Among all of Nordstrom's top beauty picks, these 20 are my favorites.

      For me, 2025 has been dedicated to achieving the goals I've established for myself. While many of these goals revolve around discovering new hobbies, improving my skills, and finally tackling the pile of books next to my bed, one of my primary objectives as the year draws to a close is to be more intentional about my shopping habits (which, as someone whose job involves testing and reviewing beauty products, is easier said than done). With only two months remaining, I've decided to challenge myself to refrain from making significant purchases from Nordstrom, one of my favorite beauty retailers, until I am completely convinced that each product is worth the investment. As we approach Black Friday, I'm revisiting my online shopping cart and preparing to check out with 20 beauty items that I just can't forget about, featuring brands such as Oak Essentials, Chantecaille, Alterna, and Aesop. Read on to discover what will transition from my wish list to my hands just in time for the New Year. Trust me—these are must-haves!

      **Skincare**

      **The Ordinary**

      100% Organic Cold-Pressed Rose Hip Seed Oil

      This hydrating oil has made its way into my skincare routine multiple times, and I'm eager for my next bottle. It employs cold-pressed, 100% organic rose-hip seed oil to brighten and even out skin tone while promoting a supple and radiant complexion.

      **Allies of Skin**

      Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser

      This cleanser transformed my skincare regimen during my first dry winter on the East Coast, and I’ve been counting down to when I can get another one. It hydrates, plumps, and gives my skin a glow with a blend of organic safflower oil, moringa oil, and extracts of green and white tea.

      **Osea**

      Advanced Repair Eye Cream

      Unfortunately, my genetics are not in my favor: I struggle with dark, puffy under-eyes unless I dedicate time to care for them daily. This formula features seaweed-derived squalane, green microalgae, and fermented plant extracts to brighten the area and reduce the appearance of bags.

      **Oak Essentials**

      Restorative Mask

      Given the daily challenges my skin faces, a revitalizing face mask like this one is essential, not just a luxury. It combines the deeply hydrating properties of organic honey with avocado oil and sea buckthorn fruit oil to combat free radical damage and enhance collagen production.

      **Superegg**

      Pure Transparency Treatment Essence

      In 2025, I began using Korean skincare, and this product sparked that interest. Superegg's refreshing daily treatment hydrates and clarifies my skin by utilizing eight molecular weights of hyaluronic acid combined with the brand’s proprietary White Duplex.

      **Makeup**

      **Pat McGrath Labs**

      Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Blurring Undereye Powder in Deep

      This under-eye powder has recently gone viral on TikTok, and I've been eager to get my hands on it before the holidays. Available in five stunning shades, Pat McGrath's new powder gives the skin a flawless look with a delicate, silky feel and light-reflecting qualities.

      **Bobbi Brown**

      Pot Rouge Cream Blush for Lips & Cheeks in Calypso Coral

      Is "blush blindness" really a thing? If it is, count me in because I’m going all out with this versatile cream color. Intended for both cheeks and lips, this cream blush provides a sheer yet buildable wash of color in a convenient compact. The shade Calypso Coral will be my go-to for the foreseeable future.

      **Hourglass**

      Volumizing Glossy Balm in Secret

      The Hourglass Volumizing Glossy Balm has been on my shopping lists for the past two years, and it's making a return this year. I rely on it to nourish and hydrate my lips with a conditioning complex while delivering rich color and brilliant shine.

      **Ogee**

      Sculpted Face Stick in Opal

      Before moving back to the PNW from NYC, I had the chance to try this on a stunning rooftop in Downtown Manhattan. This Sculpted Face Stick comes in 11 striking shades, providing sheer color with a hint of shimmer, featuring essential fatty acids and oils.

      **Chantecaille**

      Faux Cils Mascara

      While I wouldn't claim my lashes are my best feature, I have received many compliments since I started using the Faux Cils Mascara. It coats every lash from root to tip for extra length and volume with a formula enriched with rose water, natural waxes, plant-based polymers, and red seaweed.

      **Haircare**

      **Olaplex**

      No. 6 Bond Smoother Frizz Control Styling Hair Cream

      I’ve had my hair styled in knotless goddess braids for a couple of weeks, but once it's down, I’ll reach for this Olaplex styling cream for shiny,