Cosmo’s Fall Beauty Edit: The 25 Products We’re Actually Using This Season

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise.Jasmine Hyman, Beth Gillette, Julee Wilson, Anvita Reddy, and Lauren Gruber for CosmopolitanJust like your closet, a new season calls for new beauty products. Obviously, you don’t have to replace your entire skincare routine or get a whole new makeup bag. That would be silly. But a new fall perfume, a moody lipstick, or a rich body butter can instantly autumn-ize your daily beauty rituals.Ahead of fall 2026, the Cosmo beauty team has been slowly implementing their own set of new products. From dark nail polish shades to new hair tools to hydrating cream blushes, we’ve culled quite the list of fall beauty favorites. I tasked the team with compiling their top picks in every category (hair, makeup, nails, skin, body, and fragrance)—effectively creating our first-ever fall beauty edit.Keep scrolling for the hair oil making our beauty editor-at-large’s silk press last longer to the “cold vanilla” fragrance that has our beauty editor rethinking vanilla perfumes.Beth Gillette, beauty editorBeth Gillette for CosmopolitanAfter a summer of healing my acne (for the most part), this is the first fall where I can focus more on the fun changes (cozy scents! moody colors! editorial makeup!) rather than the necessities, like heavy-duty creams and prescription-strength topicals for acne. It has me really excited to recreate all the makeup looks on my Pinterest boards, try new products (we are inching toward the testing phase for our 2027 Holy Grail Beauty Awards, if you can believe it), and experiment a lil bit.I haven’t worn another lipstick since I got the entire MAC Frost collection. There’s truly a shade for everyone, whether you like pinks, neutrals, reds, or dark vampy tones. I’m obsessed with Teddy Metal for every day; it just adds a shimmery look to my lips when I pair it with a lip liner that matches my natural lip color.I got hair extensions and then promptly cut off all my hair at the end of the summer. Although I love my bob, I’m excited to grow it out a lil bit, and, of course, that starts with my scalp. I have very oily hair, so scalp products are usually too heavy and leave a residue. But not this! I drip on a few drops every night before bed, and I wake up with hair that’s totally salvageable with a quick spritz of dry shampoo. The formula is loaded with ingredients to improve the health of your scalp, like amino acids, niacinamide, and rosemary oil.It’s only October and my legs are already dry and scaly. Ahead of the even colder months, I’ve been using this scrub once or twice a week to slough away dead skin. It leaves my skin feeling really soft and smooth without irritating it at all. And the Sacred Santal scent from Cyklar is so warm and cozy.I’ve been seeing black nails on tons of celebrities lately (Florence Pugh, Hailey Bieber, Dua Lipa, to name a few), and it’s made me excited to swipe on a few coats of an old favorite. Essie Wicked has just a teensy bit of oxblood for some visual interest instead of being a strict black. It’s really taking me back to my emo roots.Lauren Gruber actually introduced me to this scent at the office a few weeks ago, and I immediately requested a sample of my own and have worn it every day since. It’s vanilla like I’ve never smelled before. Naturally, there’s some sweetness, but it’s boozy and actually a bit cold. Like digging your fork into leftover rum-soaked cake straight from the fridge at 2 in the morning.Anvita Reddy, commerce editor, lifestyleAnvita Reddy for CosmopolitanThis fall, I’m leaning into beauty that feels warm, grounding, and a little more elevated. Think deeper shades that complement my skin tone, spicy gourmand scents with plenty of depth, and tried-and-true favorites that focus on restoring and repairing. As the seasons change, I’m reaching for the products that make me feel most like myself.Instead of reaching for basic vanilla, I’m wearing Prada’s Infusion de Santal Chai on repeat this fall. It’s cozy and sophisticated all at once: Cardamom and sandalwood bring a warm, subtly smokey spice, while a creamy, milky note keeps the whole thing soft and comforting.I’ve been obsessed with Fable & Mane’s new Glossy Hair Styling Oil since it launched—and it’s officially taken over my styling routine. It’s my go-to for a slicked-back look: The lightweight formula smooths down baby hairs without feeling sticky or waxy, tames frizz and flyaways, and leaves my ends looking hydrated, bouncy, and healthy. And the cherry on top? It smells absolutely divine.I’m usually a burgundy-and-brown girl when fall rolls around, but this year, I can’t stop reaching for royal purple. Rich aubergine and dark plums look gorgeous against my skin, and they bring a moody, almost mystical vibe that feels especially right for Halloween.In the words of Kylie Jenner, this really has been my year of “realizing stuff”—like realizing azelaic acid might be the ingredient my skin needed. After dealing with acne, irritation, inflammation, and lingering dark spots, my complexion is clearer than it’s been in a long time. Lately, I’ve been reaching for Remedy’s Azelaic Acid Serum, especially for its lightweight, watery texture.Since getting my hands on Charlotte Tilbury’s Airbrush Flawless Blush Blur in Pillow Talk Dreams, I’ve been reaching for it nonstop this fall. Its rich burgundy shade gives my cheeks a warm, softly sculpted flush and has me falling for blush all over again, even as the anti-blush trend takes over. I love the burnt-rose hue for the season.Julee Wilson, beauty editor-at-largeJulee Wilson for CosmopolitanWhen the temp drops, I go into cozy mode. My product lineup represents effortless glam and restorative skin- and bodycare. This new Tome Foundational Treatment for my face, Ursa Major Golden Hour Body Butter for everywhere else, Bvlgari Baciami Ancora to smell like an angel, Iles Formula Invisible Styling Oil because it’s silk press season, and Bobbi Brown Lip Tint Liner to keep my pout on point all day long!This is for all the vanilla-amber perfume lovers out there who want to smell like an angel. It’s also amazing for layering since it dries down to a sweet skin scent. Fans of the OG Bvlgari Baciami will be super into this creamier version.It’s silk press season, so having a superior hair oil on hand is key. This one is incredibly lightweight and nourishing, which helps my press last a few days longer than usual.Lip liners are having a moment and this one is the perfect set-it-and-forget-it option. The no-budge formula comes in the yummiest blush and nude hues that keep my pout on point.I love a rich and creamy body butter that soaks into my skin like a lotion. It’s got omega fatty acids, vitamins A and E to both hydrate and protect my skin barrier during this stretch of chilly months.I’m officially obsessed with this at-home, once-a-week bioneedling treatment. The wild-harvested freshwater sponge spicules (aka tiny, needle-like structures that create micro-channels in the skin) deliver a distinct spicy sensation when rubbing the mask into your skin, but the results—improved skin texture, tone, and brightness—are well worth it!Jasmine Hyman, assistant beauty editorJasmine Hyman for CosmopolitanMy vibe for my fall beauty routine is an elevated version of what I go for in the summer: one-and-done glam, a few extra skincare steps, and warmer floral scents. I’m trading my sweat-proof slick-backs for bouncy blowouts, my sweet scents for something a bit warmer and spicier, and amping up my skincare routine because I’ll be spending much less time in the sun and more time nourishing my skin barrier throughout the cold months.I sound like a broken record at this point, but foundation and I do not get along. I loathe heavy makeup on my face, and I need to keep my acne-prone skin as breathable as possible. But Dior’s latest foray into the lightweight skin tint game has me obsessed. It feels more like a serum than makeup, requires very little product for smooth coverage, and, best of all, feels like nothing on the skin, aka exactly what I’ll need for the colder months.I’ve been trying to get into vitamin C for months now, but I couldn’t find a formula that didn’t irritate my skin or break me out...until I found Clearstem’s. The brand is beloved for its acne-safe formulas, and this milky vitamin C has a hydrating texture that sinks into my skin so nicely. I have been using it for the past two weeks and haven’t had any major acne flare-ups since.I’ve been through my fair share of blow-dry brushes, and Dyson’s latest Airsmooth is the best I’ve ever tested. It has unique bristles that don’t pull or snag at the hair. Instead, they bend with your strands, and, best of all, it’s less than half the price of the Airwrap.I was (and still am) obsessed with the original Hermès Barénia for its rich, sexy scent, so when I heard they were coming out with a floral version, I was thrilled. It still has that same warm DNA as the OG, but with a fresh floral note that makes it slightly more feminine and sweet, exactly how I want to smell.I’m always lathering myself in a neck cream before bed, and Tronque’s is probably the most luxe option I’ve ever tried. It feels thick and rich but has a lightweight texture that sinks into my neck and décolletage without leaving behind any stickiness on the skin. It also has a slight mint scent, which is perfect for a calming nighttime routine.Lauren Gruber, commerce editorLauren Gruber for CosmopolitanFall is my favorite time of the year, but it’s also when the seasonal gloomies start to set in. To combat that, I’m leaning into products that make me feel grounded: a woody perfume oil with whiskey-spiked depth, a styling mousse that enhances my natural texture, and a rich body butter that feels so damn good on my dry skin.I’ve been testing Gamine’s perfume oils for months before their launch, but I knew right away that Fade was going to be my favorite. That seductive, heady-sweet combination of tobacco, whiskey, and resinous woods does it for me every time.I’ve been trying to wear my natural waves more, but I’ve been hesitant to add a mousse to my routine. Thankfully, this formula is nothing like the sticky ones from my tween years—it helps tame frizz and define my waves while making them feel soft and swishy.At least half of my fall wardrobe is this exact shade of chocolate brown, so of course I need my nails to match. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that it’s inspired by one of the best desserts in the city.After years of searching, I’ve finally found the perfect natural-looking blush for my neutral-warm skin tone. It’s easier to blend than the dozens of other cream blushes I’ve tested, and I love that it doesn’t feel heavy or cakey.There’s nothing I love more than a thick, scoopable body cream, but some of them take ages to absorb. Knock’s body cream melts into my skin in seconds, instantly soothing dry patches while leaving behind a subtle vanilla scent.Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and more across digital and print. She can generally be found in bright eyeshadow furiously typing her latest feature or hemming and hawing about a new product you "have to try." Prior to Cosmopolitan, she wrote and edited beauty content as an Editor at The Everygirl for four years. Follow her on Instagram for makeup selfies and a new hair 'do every few months.