Nykaa Cosmetics’ New Launches Are Basically A Whole Festive Mood Board

If you’re anything like me, the festive season always comes with two non-negotiables: a brand-new playlist on loop and a beauty bag that screams sparkle. Last week, while clearing out my makeup pouch (translation: rediscovering three half-used lipsticks and a very tired mascara), I realised I had nothing that felt fresh, fun, or extra. But girl, they don’t lie about Nykaa having our back. Our in-house fav, Nykaa Cosmetics just dropped their latest chromecollection along with a super cute blush pot. Think dazzling textures, colour-shifting pigments, and packaging so sleek you’ll want to photograph it before even swatching.

When I first swiped their new Chrome Eye Pencil across my lids, I actually gasped, yes, audibly. Then came the Whipped Blush Pot, which made me rethink how blush should feel on the skin. Let’s just say I’ve been in a monogamous relationship with powder blushes for years, but this one flirted its way into my daily routine real quick. And don’t even get me started on the lipsticks and nail polishes.

So, let’s dive into the sparkle pool together. Four products, four reasons to fall in love, and countless ways to look like the main character this season.

1. Nykaa’s 9-in-1 Eyeshadow Palette

There are eyeshadow palettes, and then there are those palettes that make you pause mid-scroll, zoom in on the textures, and immediately imagine a hundred different looks waiting to be created. That’s exactly what the Nykaa Cosmetics Eye Go Bold 9-in-1 Eyeshadow Palette did to me. Girlhood, after all, is a spectrum and Nykaa has bottled that spectrum into three compact palettes: Eye Go Bare (nude neutrals), Eye Go Pink (romantic rosy tones), and Eye Go Bold (a pop of unapologetic colour).

Each palette is a playful mix of mattes, shimmer, metallics, marbles, and even jelly textures. Translation? You’re basically carrying an entire mood board in one sleek case. The best part? The formula is ultra-blendable, pigmented, and genuinely beginner-friendly. No patchy drama, no “30 minutes of blending” nightmares. Just colour payoff that looks perfect.

2. Nykaa Cosmetics Stardust Chrome Eye Pencil

The Stardust Chrome Eye Pencil, or the lazy girl’s guide to full-blown glam, as we like to call it, is packaged in a fuss-free twist-up format. It glides like silk and leaves behind an iridescent trail of light-reflecting pearls. With its dual chrome finish, the colour shifts as you move, think green one moment, violet the next. Perfect for festive nights when your outfit deserves a little extra cosmic drama. I wore it to a dinner last weekend, smudged into a smoky wing, and I swear every other person asked what was on my eyes. The formula doesn’t tug (hallelujah) and works whether you’re going for sharp precision or a softer, blurred look. What we particularly love is how it transforms with lighting; it almost feels like you’ve layered multiple shadows when, in reality, it’s just this one pencil doing all the heavy lifting. Minimal effort, maximum effect.

3. Nykaa Cosmetics Ultra Silk Hydrating Lipstick

Sometimes a lipstick isn’t just about colour, it’s about the entire moment (just look at Marilyn Monroe!). The Ultra Silk Hydrating Lipstick by Nykaa brings exactly that. Housed in a luxe pink magnetic case, you’ll want to whip it out at brunch just for the click. This bullet glides on like satin thanks to Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E. Think glossy sheen, comfortable hydration, and colour payoff that doesn’t quit. I’ve been rotating between Gleamin for everyday glam and one of their shimmer-topped shades when I want my lips to quite literally sparkle. Bonus: the bullet itself is embossed with fireworks, a subtle detail that makes it feel almost too pretty to use (almost).

The formula hugs the lips without feathering, and the hydration is real. After hours of wear, my lips still felt soft, not parched. Honestly, it’s the kind of lipstick that makes you reapply just for the joy of it. If festive dressing had a mascot, it would be this lipstick.

4. Nykaa Cosmetics Stardust Chrome Nail Polish

The Stardust Chrome Nail Polish is the only nail polish you need this festive season. With light-reflective pearls and a colour-shifting formula, this dual chrome polish looks like an art installation every time you move your hands. Available in five shades, it delivers a high-shine, streak-free finish that’s impossible to ignore.

I tried the shade crimson dust, and honestly, I couldn’t stop waving my hands around just to catch the different hues in sunlight. The polish glides on smoothly with its precision brush and doesn’t chip easily, which is a small miracle considering my daily typing-marathon lifestyle. It’s one of those products that instantly elevates your look even if you’re in a plain white tee and jeans, your nails scream “I am all put together”. If you’re looking to zhuzh up your vibe with minimal effort, this is your one-swipe wonder.

5. Nykaa Cosmetics Whipped Blush Pot

If blush had a love child with whipped cream, it would be this. The Nykaa Whipped Blush Pot is a mousse-like formula that melts into the skin with the softest, airbrushed finish. The cream-to-powder transformation feels like magic in a tiny pot, making it effortless to apply with your fingers or, for that truly dreamy effect, Nykaa’s silicone applicator. Available in six shades that flatter across skin tones, it’s enriched with Vitamin E for hydration and Jojoba Oil for that subtle dew. On my first try, I tapped it onto my cheeks and lips in the shade Puddign You First, and within seconds, I looked like I’d just returned from a spa day in Bali. The pigment is rich but buildable, so you can go from “just pinched” to “full-on sunburnt flush” without crossing into clown territory. I’ve caught myself reaching for it on rushed mornings because it doubles as a lip tint, too.

Key Takeaways

From creamy blushes to cosmic nails, each product is designed to transform the everyday into something extraordinary. Whether you’re a minimalist who loves subtle glow or a maximalist who lives for sparkle, there’s something here with your name on it.

FAQs

1. Are these Nykaa products suitable for daily wear or just parties?

   The blush and lipstick are perfect for everyday, while the chrome eye pencil and nail polish can swing between subtle shimmer and full festive glam.

2. Do the chrome finishes feel heavy on the skin?

   The formulas are lightweight and comfortable, designed for long wear without weighing you down.

3. Are these launches limited edition?

   The lipsticks feature some limited-edition shimmer shades, but the rest of the collection is here to stay.