What are the most popular NARS makeup products? | LOOKFANTASTIC Blog (2025)

Founded in 1994 by the French photographer and make-up artist Francois Nars, the NARS Cosmetics brand is instantly recognisable by its pared-back monochrome packaging and striking campaign imagery fronted by celebrities, including Bella Hadid and Naomi Campbell to name a few.

Since its inception in the early 1990s, NARS quickly set itself apart from other cosmetics brands by offering a broader range of foundation shades to suit a more varied range of skin types.

Although best known for its glow-boosting foundations and creamy concealers, we guarantee you will have heard of the iconic Orgasm Blush, along with other cheekily named products and shades. If you're curious to learn more about NARS’ hero makeup products, we’re introducing you to the most popular NARS makeup products that have garnered signature status over the years. You never know, you might just find a new favourite!

The Best NARS Eyeshadow

Create the ultimate siren eye look with the new NARS Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick Exclusive. A creamy eyeshadow stick that easily allows you to apply and blend colour to achieve sultry looks with long-lasting wear. Choose from 8 rich shades and draw along the lash line and use a fingertip or brush to smudge for a effortlessly blended, smoky effect.

• Matte finish
• Flexi-lock technology for up to 16 hours of wear
• High-impact pigment

Saw it on tik tok and I don’t regret this purchased! I got mine in the colour fated, a lovely burgundy tone which brings out the colour in my eyes! I’m in love!

The Best NARS Concealer

NARS Cosmetics Radiant Creamy Concealer

If you're looking for a concealer that is not only intensely long-wearing but also offers a buildable medium to full coverage, the NARS Cosmetics Radiant Creamy Concealer is an excellent choice. A firm favourite with beauty editors and makeup artists alike, this comfortable concealer helps to hide any imperfections, including redness, blemishes and dark under-eye circles.

• Fortified with innovative light-diffusing technology for extra radiance.
• It helps to minimise the appearance of fine lines, imperfections and signs of fatigue.
• Completely crease-proof.
• Non-drying or cakey.
• Non-comedogenic and free from alcohol, parabens and synthetic fragrances.

I’ve tried so many concealers and never been happy. But this one is brilliant! Sits beautifully, hydrating and non-cakey. Love it!

The Best NARS Lip Products

NARS Afterglow Lip Balm

Add a hint of tint to your makeup to enhance your natural beauty with this customer-favourite lip balm, delivering a surge of hydration for smooth, supple lips. Enriched with antioxidants and Monoï Hydrating Complex, this balm provides all-day comfort for a moisturised pout.

• Versatile wear: you can apply to bare lips as a moisturising base or over other lip colours.
• Ultra-nourishing
• Alcohol and fragrance-free

Such a beautiful tinted balm. Feels incredible highdrating and soft on the lips without a horrible scent or stickiness to the procuct. I'm obsessed and will invest in more shades.

NARS Must-Have Mattes Lipstick

For the perfect pout, choose the NARS Must-Have Mattes Lipstick. This highly pigmented formula is available in beautiful hues: from bold brights to barely-there nudes. Infused with a moisturising blend of passion-fruit seed oil, omega-6 and essential fatty acids, your lips will be left hydrated and highly nourished.

• Highly pigmented for a full coverage finish.
• Non-drying on the lips.
• It has excellent staying power.

Bought this for a wedding and it lasts so long, even with all the eating and drinking. Is a matte finish, but doesn’t dry out your lips and the colour is absolutely beautiful.

The Best NARS Blush

NARS Blush - Orgasm

If you're looking for an easy way to elevate your makeup from day to night, the iconic NARS Blush in shade Orgasm is for you. Featuring a blend of mineral and naturally-derived, pearlescent pigments, you can customise the intensity of your blush by simply building up the layers for a pop of colour.

• Long-lasing formula.
• Matte, satin and shimmer finishes to complement any look.
• Blurs imperfections for a flawless, airbrushed finish.

I have left only one blush in my make up collection. And it’s “Gina”. Such a lovely shade. Really suits my skin tone. Looks quite natural and very beautiful.

The Best NARS Foundation

NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation

Enhance, even out and add radiance to your skin with the NARS Cosmetics Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation. The lightweight formula will not feel heavy or dry down cakey on your face. Instead, micronised pigments mimic your skin's natural tone for a flawless finish. A fruity blend of Raspberry, Apple and Watermelon hydrate and add that sought after dewy glow.

• Medium buildable coverage.
• Sweat-resistant for up to 16 hours.
• Paraben, oil, alcohol and fragrance-free.
• Dermatologist tested & non-comedogenic.

I actually love this foundation. It’s so lightweight but long lasting and it makes my skin look amazing! New favourite i think!

BONUS: Best NARS Primer

NARS Light Reflecting Primer

Create a beautiful base for makeup with the NARS Light Reflecting Primer, enriched with hyaluronic acid to deliver instant hydration, for a plump, refreshed feel, while the Radiance Retention Complexion shields your skin from blue light and pollution.

• Contains the brand's Hydra Priming Complex to ensure a seamless application.
• Reveals an ultra-dewy complexion.
• Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines.

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