Cameron Diaz’s “Plummy” Cheek and Lip Tint Is on Secret Sale

When it comes to beauty, I stand by the idea that less is more. That’s why I’ve been sticking to no-fuss, minimalist makeup products. It gives me a simple, everyday look that’s still suitable from day to night. 

Lately, I’ve found that there’s one minimalist beauty brand that I can’t stop buying: Merit Beauty. I own five of the brand’s products, including the Flush Balm, Solo Shadow (in different shades), Shade Slick, Signature Lip, and Clean Lash. And I’m not the only one who’s a fan — celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker, Bella Hadid, and Cameron Diaz have been known to use Merit Beauty products, too. And if you’re curious to see what all the hype is about, I’d recommend trying their beauty sets.

Take the Glow Set, for instance. It’s one of the brand’s more affordable sets, and it’s $16 less than its original price right now. The on-sale bundle comes with four must-have Merit picks, including the Flush Balm, a multi-purpose blush that Cameron Diaz and Sarah Jessica Parker both use. The balm is infused with vitamin E to moisturize the skin as it adds color to the cheek and lips. I wear the Après shade on repeat, while Diaz opts for the Raspberry Beret hue that she once said gives her a “plummy girl” look. On top of that, this set includes the Day Glow, a highlighter balm that gives you a natural dewy sheen for the day time. 

But if you’re interested in enhancing your pout, we bet the also-included Signature Lip lipstick and Shade Slick tinted lip oil will be your favorites. In fact, I apply both as a lip combo to make my lips look plump and stay hydrated all day. These products contain powerful moisture agents like shea butter, squalane, sunflower seed oil, rosehip oil and more that soothe, protect, and nourish. Bella Hadid is also a fan; the supermodel wore the lightweight lipstick during the Proenza Schouler New York Fashion Week show in 2022. 

And my favorite part? Merit Beauty’s The Glow Set is customizable, so you can choose the exact shades you want for each product. It’s no question that beauty sets give you the best of both worlds; not only do you get to try new products, but you can at a discounted price. If you buy them individually, the Glow Set’s products cost $122. Now, you can take advantage of the 15 percent off discount to snag all four of these must-haves for $96.