07.03.24 – a date etched in every beauty girlie’s mind – is when Riri gifted her coveted brand, Fenty Beauty, to Indian consumers. After waiting with bated breath for over six years, the celebrity cosmetics line dropped exclusively on Nykaa, featuring a host of sparkly highlighters, lip luminisers, and fan-favourite foundations available in over 40 shades.
As payday just went by, it’s safe to assume your bank is (at least half) full – so, we couldn’t think of a better time for you to shell out the big bucks on Riri’s greatest gift to womankind. We’ve shortlisted Fenty Beauty offerings that deserve a round of applause – some, a standing ovation – for breaking boundaries, being inclusive, and just super awesome overall.
Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
This award-winning foundation celebrates groundbreaking inclusivity with its 40+ shades for nearly every skin tone. Long-wearing, it beats heat, humidity, and sweat, owing to Climate Adaptive Technology and lends buildable, medium to full coverage. To add to the exhaustive list of reasons to buy, the Pro Filt’r foundation is also light-as-air and super-breathable and blurs away blemishes for a smooth canvas. If you’re looking for sheer, weightless coverage, we suggest you try the Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint instead.
Match Stix Contour Skinstick
Chiselled cheekbones and a razor-sharp jawline are no longer a far-fetched dream with Fenty’s Contour Skinstick. “I wanted to create a product that would be flexible, to give you your concealer, your contour, and your highlight. Match Stix lets you choose your best matches, and best of all, they're magnetic, so they click together and are easy to find in your bag," Rihanna shares. Buh-bye harsh streaks and patchy blotches – this buildable formula blends seamlessly into your skin.
Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Blush
Swipe this versatile cream blush on your lids, lips, and cheeks. No-nasties and melt-on-your-skin, this multitasking marvel is your makeup all-in-one for a flattering flushed look – eliminating the need for multiple skin products. Dear beauty aficionado, this sheer, sweat- and water-resistant formula packs a major punch.
Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil
Diamond Bomb All-Over Diamond Veil was inspired by the crystal dress Rihanna wore at the CFDA Fashion Awards 2014. “You can never have enough diamonds – this is the closest thing to bathing in it. The sparkle in this is just insane,” Riri quips. A 3D shimmer dust that’ll leave your skin glistening from a mile away? Yes, please.
Flyliner Longwear Liquid Eyeliner
A hyper-saturated liquid formula with an innovative flex tip to ‘wing it’ effortlessly. Fret not, for this water-resistant liner won’t fade or transfer either. In short, there are no limits with this luxe liner – ace a reverse cat-eye, thick flicks, and everything in between. Available in jet black for the stay-in-my-comfort-zone gal and in burgundy-brown to turn up the heat.
Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
With umpteen glowing reviews, this cult classic lip luminizer is a no-brainer. Antioxidant, AHA, peptides, vitamins, and glycolic acid-infused, the Gloss Bomb is high on shine and low on stickiness – just what you need from a lip gloss. Plus, the plumping effect and peach-vanilla scent are the cherry on top. I own one, my bestie owns one, and you should own one, too.
Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick
Did you spot Rihanna wearing it at her iconic Super Bowl 2022 halftime performance? We sure did. Ultra-hydrating and long-wearing, this lightweight liquid lipstick lends a velvety matte finish and is available in head-turning hues. “I made it because I wanted everyone to get kissed more,” Riri reveals. Worth a shot.
Invisimatte Instant Setting + Blotting Powder
Last but not least – and my personal favourite – this translucent powder ran out of stock after Riri did a little blotting action at the Super Bowl 2023. Not one to miss a mastering trick, her touch-up moment gave the beauty market a hefty jolt, with the Invisimatte Instant Setting + Blotting Powder selling out in mere minutes. Well, it’s in stock on Nykaa, waiting to be added to your cart.
