Things I hate: cold weather, winter, dry skin, chapped lips. But winter does have some perks: cute new boots, mittens vs gloves, pumpkin pie, and any excuse to buy new beauty products. Here are my new fave five to help my skin look its winter princess best until Spring calls my name and my checkbook.

Malin + Goetz's Lip Moisturizer keeps lips kissable, and any hot gal knows that's super important. Fragrance-, flavor-, and color-free, M+G have come up with the superhero of lip balm, 'cause this tiny tube contains a world of miracles. Barely noticeable once applied, it starts working the second you put it on and holds up to lip licking or latte-sipping. A unique fatty acid hydration is responsible for the deep nourishment: try putting on a thicker layer at night and wake up to soft, smooth, and happy lips. (MalinAndGoetz.com, $12)

Dr. Susan Taylor's Rx for Brown Skin - Skin Evening Body Butter with Vanilla Citrus Infusion is so rich, so creamy, and not just for brown skin. This body butter comes in a squeeze tube for those finicky about tub containers, and smells delicious. The vanilla makes it ripe for the cold season, the citrus keeps it from becoming overwhelming. But the real reason why this body butter wins above all others: it contains an exclusive brightening complex that protects against inflammation, maintains your skin natural glow, and keeps ya lookin' fresh. (RxforBrownSkin.com, $25)

If you're sick of all those tropical and flowery summer scents, try Philosophy Eggnog Latte High Foaming Shampoo, Shower Gel & Bubble Bath. Mmm, Philosophy's new scent for their signature moisturizing and creamy high foaming formula is Eggnog Latte. Lather up to keep your body lookin' good and smelling ridiculously yummy, or pamper yourself with a bubblebath, calorie-free. If Eggnog ain't your thing, try these other warm winter flavors that invoke cozy memories: Cafe Au Lait, Caramel Mocha Latte, Gingerbread, Double Rich Hot Cocoa, Cinnamon Buns. (Philosophy.com, $16)

Feeling a little sallow? Too Faced's Limited Edition The Bronzed & the Beautiful Bronzing Palette has 3 different shades to keep you bronzed and, well, beautiful: Sun Bunny, a classic fake-n-bake bronzer; Pink Leopard, a skin-perfecting pick-me-up to instantly warm your face, and my personal fave: Snow Bunny, four complementary shades that combine to give you the perfect winter glow. It brightens, highlights, and gives the glow that is usually only accomplished by engaging in mischief. (TooFaced.com, $35)

DuWop Doubleglow 7 face balm adds instant luminosity and restores clarity and radiance to fatigued winter skin: it makes you look like you spent a day at the spa or actually got a full night's sleep. So delicious. Wear it under makeup, over makeup, or alone (which I think is the business). It contains 7 skin essential ingredients: vitamins A, E, and F; jojoba, aloe vera, lily extract, and illuminating pearls. Easy to travel with, a must-have in your makeup bag, and worth every penny (DuWop.com, $25).

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