Best Beauty Buys 2009

1. LIP LINER: MAC in Spice. The reddish brown hue warms up lips but is versatile enough to work with any lipstick. $13; buy online now at maccosmetics.com.

2. LIPSTICK: Givenchy in Beige Shine. A swipe of this creamy peach gives lips a polished look with just a hint of color. $27; buy online now at sephora.com.

3. LIP GLOSS: Nars in Chelsea Girls. This earthy nude is not too pink or too brown—the perfect partner for a dramatic eye. $24; buy online now at narscosmetics.com.