Cosmetic palettes are one of the best ways for shoppers to get a bang for their buck; these kits usually combine different SKUs for the eyes, lips and face. But one common omission is the brushes to actually apply the product. The colors can be lovely but how are you supposed to apply them?

Have it all for the holidays with Laura Mercier’s Luxe Colour Portfolio ($98).  Out now at Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and online at www.lauramercier.com, this set is ideal for home and travel. This faux snakeskin organizer includes six eyeshadows, three Tightline Cake Eye Liners and two blushes, along with three mini expert brushes to create infinite color combinations.  The Eye Colours range from cool plum violets to warm neutral browns, so there is something for everyone in there!

The eyeshadows in the palette are: Primrose, sateen finish; African Violet, luster finish; Merlot, sateen finish (new, exclusive);Truffle, matte finish; Topaz, luster finish; Stellar, sateen finish; Three Tightline Cake Eye Liners featuring classic favorites and a trendy exclusive—Ground Espresso (exclusive), Black Ebony and Burgundy Wine (new exclusive); and two universal Cheek Colours: Rose Petal and City Pink (exclusive). Exclusives are always a plus, as they can give marketers a clue to how the colorways work if customers come back asking for more!

More info: www.lauramercier.com