You don’t have to sit front row at Paris Fashion Week to recognize the best Chanel beauty products. The iconic intertwining C’s can be spotted from across the room—a selling point for many, to be sure, but they’re also a testament to the quality of the products imprinted with the logo, especially when it comes to those we put on our faces. Allure editors have tested nearly every Chanel beauty product, and a few have risen the ranks to become routine regulars. We can say with our full chests that if you’re shopping Chanel’s collection of iconic handbags and apparel without perusing the Parisian label’s beauty section, you’re doing yourself—and your makeup bag—a huge disservice.
Our Top Chanel Products
- A Radiant Complexion, Bottled: Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation, $65
- The Baume Bomb: Rouge Coco Baume Satin Tinted Lip Balm, $48
- All Length, No Clumps: Le Volume de Chanel Mascara, $40
- Fresh Flush: No. 1 de Chanel Lip and Cheek Balm, $50
- Fan-Favorite Nail Polish: Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour, $33
- Cuticle Maintenance, Secured: L’Huile Camélia Hydrating and Fortifying Oil, $33
- Nightly Reset: Chanel Le Lift Pro Crème Volume, $200
- Pocketful of Hand Care: Chanel La Crème Main, $62
- On-the-Go Chic: N°5 Eau de Parfum Purse Spray, $195
You’re probably aware of Chanel’s prestige fragrances (No. 5, anyone?), but the high-end label’s beauty collection features so much more than perfume—including a makeup artist-beloved foundation and award-winning night cream. Elevate your beauty regimen with Chanel’s finest skin care, makeup, and fragrances below.
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Our Favorite Chanel Makeup
A Radiant Complexion, Bottled: Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation
Why it’s worth it: Cakey foundation? We don’t know her. Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation is one of our go-tos when we want a lightweight, skin-like finish. After all, radiance is “in” any time of the year. While there are a handful of familiar skin-care ingredients we’d like to spotlight, one we usually don’t talk about is…water! “The formula is made of 40% water, leaving the skin hydrated and plump, while the radiant finish helps to create a smooth, glowy, seamless, and skin-like blend,” Amrita Mehta, a makeup artist based in New York and LA, told us. This insight totally checks out, since the silky liquid couldn’t be easier to blend out. In our experience, the formula is also very conducive to layering without looking heavy or textured, so you can easily add coverage wherever you need it.
Tester feedback from commerce editor Sarah Han
“I’m extra picky about foundation and concealer—it has to give me buildable coverage but feel like nothing on my skin, and I adore a somewhat dewy finish. After hearing so many makeup artists rave about the formula, I had a feeling Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation would live up to its name—and it really does. It feels as lightweight as my favorite skin tints but ups the coverage ever so slightly. I usually apply a light second layer in the places I need more coverage—my semi-spotty cheeks, the redness around my nose, etc., and I barely feel the formula at all. I will say B20 looked a little too warm upon first swatch (even though it’s labeled as a neutral undertone shade) but it matched my paler-than-usual winter complexion well after I blended everything out with my trusty sponge.” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
More to know
- Key ingredients: glycerin, meadowfoam seed oil, kalanchoe pinnata leaf extract
- Finish: luminous
- Who it’s for: anyone who wants light-to-medium foundation coverage
- Available shades: 39
The Baume Bomb: Rouge Coco Baume Satin Tinted Lip Balm
Why it’s worth it: A lip balm from Chanel? Really? Yes. Rouge Coco Baume Satin Tinted Lip Balm is the kind of everyday luxury that’s genuinely worth it. With a beautiful range of 12 shades—from barely-there neutrals to rich berry tones—there’s a tint for every mood and skin tone. The formula is packed with nourishing ingredients like shea butter and meadowfoam oil, which deliver lasting hydration without feeling heavy or sticky. It glides on effortlessly, leaving a smooth, satin finish that enhances your natural lip color while keeping dryness at bay.
Tester feedback from Shipin
“It’s no wonder Sophia Richie Grainge wore this lip product on her wedding day—it’s perfect. It’s lipstick meets lip balm in the way that its comfortable like a balm but pigmented like a lipstick. And this packaging? So Chanel chic!” —Shanna Shipin, senior commerce director
More to know
- Available shades: 9 (including Dreamy White, Natural Charm, My Rose, and Fall for Me)
- Who it’s for: anyone who wants a sheer wash of lip color
An Artist’s Palette: Les 9 Ombres Eyeshadow Palette
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Les 9 Ombres Eyeshadow Palette
Why it’s worth it: While Chanel’s eye shadow quads have been around for years (and super cute and portable, to boot!), the luxury brand reimagined its palettes for the 2025 holiday collection and gave us these beauties, a.k.a. the Les 9 Ombres Eyeshadow Palettes. Available in three absolutely stunning colorways, The Daring Muse, The New Singular, and The Space Traveler (pictured here), these are a makeup lover’s dream. Shimmery, matte, metallic–you name it, Les 9 Ombre’s got it. Each shade is perfectly soft, blendable, and buildable, but doesn’t budge throughout the day or cause fallout while applying. With nine options per palette, the eye look possibilities are pretty much endless, so let your creativity run wild.
Tester feedback from Han
“You know what I love more than a Chanel eye shadow quad? Yup, a palette even with more options. What I first laid eyes on the Les 9 Ombres Eyeshadow Palettes, I knew I had to get my hands on one. I was immediately drawn to The Space Traveller because its combination of colors seemed the most wearable, and that pearlescent lavender shade in the top row in particular was screaming my name. It’s just so pretty and ethereal; I have no notes! My favorite gel liner just so happens to be a purple/berry, and the two together are a match made in makeup heaven.” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
More to know
- Total colorways: 3 (The Daring Muse, The New Singular, and The Space Traveler)
- Finishes: matte, satin, shimmery and metallic
All Length, No Clumps: Le Volume de Chanel Mascara
Why it’s worth it: Reach sky-high length with the Le Volume de Chanel Mascara. Its clump-free formula is paired with the Chanel-exclusive tapered brush for longer, more voluminous lashes. One coat is all you need from this pitch-black formula for a noticeable effect, but feel free to layer it for a fuller finish without webbing.
Tester feedback from former shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis
“What screams luxury more than a Chanel mascara? The Le Volume de Chanel Mascara is great for creating volume and length on my lashes. It’s also really buildable, which is great for touch-ups on a night out when I feel like my lashes could use a bit more ‘oomph.’” —Angela Trakoshis, former shopping market editor
Tester feedback from Han
“My itty-bitty lashes always need ample help, and Chanel Le Volume delivers serious volume from the very first swipe but, equally importantly, doesn’t make my lashes look overly spidery. I love that Chanel plays with non-black hues in its lineup because your girl can’t pass up a brown mascara (I might have to try the blue next!). My only qualm is that it dries out a little faster than I’d like, but that’s definitely not unique to this formula. I’ll be honest; I didn’t have high expectations for this mascara going in, but now it’s one of my absolute favorites!” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
More to know
- Available shades: 3 (Noir, Écorces, and Blue Night)
- Benefits: volumizing, lengthening
- Who it’s for: anyone who wants bolder-looking lashes
Fresh Flush: No. 1 de Chanel Lip and Cheek Balm
Why it’s worth it: No matter which of the Chanel No. 1 de Chanel Lip and Cheek Balm’s nine shades you pick, you can expect a radiant flush of color from each swipe. Each pot of this creamy cheek and lip tint contains moisturizing camellia oil to plump and condition skin as you wear its long-lasting formula. Tobi Henney, a bi-coastal makeup artist, previously told Allure that this tinted balm is quite pigmented, so use a light amount of product when applying.
Tester feedback from Han
“I love a multipurpose product and lip and cheek tints are definitely at the top of that list. No. 1 de Chanel Lip and Cheek Balm has a buttery, red camellia oil-infused formula that easily transfers onto the pad of my (clean!) ring finger so I can dab away on my cheeks and lips. Even though it’s a tint, shades like Berry Boost don’t disappoint in the pigmentation category—I’m left with a pretty flush that I can apply and blend out with just my fingers, or if I’m not in a rush, a blush brush (I’m using Saie’s The Double Brush in the clip).” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
More to know
- Available shades: 9
- Who it’s for: anyone who wants to add stunning color to their next makeup look
Fan-Favorite Nail Polish: Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour
Why it’s worth it: Trust us, you deserve a fresh mani with one of Chanel’s Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour shades. The 33-shade range has stunning high-shine finishes and a patent effect that could rival vinyl, kind of like a Chanel bag or pair of shoes. Once you apply, expect your fresh coat of polish to stay put without chipping for up to seven days.
Tester feedback from Shipin
“What first grabs you are the shade offerings. There are the legends, from the perfect nude-pink ‘Ballerina’ to the quintessential red ‘Pirate,’ but what keeps me coming back are the seasonal shades. They’re simultaneously of-the-moment and classic; like ‘Sun Drop’ (seen above), a not-too-bright coral you can wear any time. I’ve used these polishes with and without base or top coats, and I’ve always been impressed by how long they last, even without any protective layers. They also happen to make the perfect presents, and I always keep an eye out for the cute little nail polish bundles that pop up around gifting season.” —Shanna Shipin, senior commerce editor
More to know
- Available shades: 33
- Who it’s for: anyone who wants long-lasting nail polish with a vivid color payoff.
Our Favorite Chanel Skin Care
Bye, Chapped Lips: Hydra Beauty Micro Sérum Lèvres
Why it’s worth it: When the going gets tough on your lips (as in, when dryness and chapped skin arise), a heavy-hydrating formula like Chanel’s Hydra Beauty Micro Sérum Lèvres is a necessity. This serum feels light and instantly seeps onto lips as it treats dry skin with white camellia flower extract, which is rich in conditioning antioxidants. Since this product promotes hydration, you’ll also notice the plumping and smoothing effects of water-replenishing humectant hyaluronic acid.
“Sure, I could use the lip balm perpetually rolling around at the bottom of my bag to hydrate my lips, but why would I do that when I could use this elegant tube of serum instead. The lightweight formula within is just as luxurious, and instantly soothes and plumps. I keep a tube on my nightstand for easy access before bed, but it’s also been known to make an appearance in my vegetable drawer: The cold of the fridge makes it even more refreshing to apply.” —Dianna Singh, features director
More to know
- Key ingredients: white camellia extract, hyaluronic acid
- Who it’s for: anyone with dry, chapped lips
- Fragrance-free: no
Pocketful of Hand Care: Chanel La Crème Main
Why it’s worth it: So often our faces and limbs get all the love, but our hands are overlooked—and that neglect shows, especially in the dead of the cold winter months. For some editors, a luxurious hand cream is the constant reminder we need to apply and reapply so our skin always stays supple and soft, instead of dry, irritated, and cracked. Infused with soft floral notes, Chanel’s La Crème Main fits right in with the brand’s nicely-scented skin-care lineup. But more importantly, this silky treatment delivers long-lasting hydration in the form of its star ingredient, camellia yeast, camellia oil, and camellia ceramides. Who knew your hands could look so radiant? (We do.)
Tester feedback from Han
“I’ll be honest: I’ve long overlooked the important of hand care and hand cream—sometimes to the point of painfully cracked hands. This winter, I’m undoing my wrongs and slathering up with hand cream right before I go to bed, and as often as I can manage during the day after washing my hands. One of my go-tos is Chanel La Crème Main, which instantly softens my hands without leaving them feeling greasy—my main gripe with most hand creams. It also has the perfect level of floral notes that’s not too subtle nor overwhelming. I can’t get enough!” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
More to know
- Key ingredients: camellia oleifera seed oil, glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, iris pallida root extract, shea butter
- Who it’s for: anyone with dry and/or cracked hands
- Fragrance-free: no
Dewy Skin On-the-Go: No.1 de Chanel Serum-in-Mist
Why it’s worth it: Dry, dull skin? Couldn’t be us. The N°1 de Chanel Serum-in-Mist is like a glass of water and a power serum for your face—all in one ultra-fine, makeup-friendly spritz. The formula is infused with red camellia extract (the antioxidant-rich hero behind the brand’s entire N°1 line), which is giving instantly refreshing, soothing, and straight-up dew—whether you’re barefaced or fully done-up. Think of it as your 3 p.m. skin revival in a bottle.
Tester feedback from Trakoshis
“I genuinely didn’t think I needed another facial mist—my shelf already looks like that of a spa’s—but this one completely changed my mind. The mist is ultrafine, like a soft veil, and somehow makes my skin look instantly more awake and alive without messing up my makeup. Plus, the packaging is so chic and weighty, so it actually feels special every time I use it—not like something I’m just spraying mindlessly between meetings.” —Angela Trakoshis, former shopping market editor
More to know
- Key ingredients: red camellia extract, camellia water, glycerin
- Who it’s for: anyone who needs a mid-day refresh
- Fragrance-free: no
Nightly Reset: Chanel Le Lift Pro Crème Volume
Why it’s worth it: We have high standards when it comes to determining our Allure Best of Beauty Award winners—but even higher standards when we’re talking splurges. As evident by the red seal, Chanel’s Le Lift Pro Crème Volume makes a worthwhile case. ICYMI: Honey is a super soothing ingredient and can help reduce inflammation and redness by drawing out excess fluid— and Chanel’s version is particularly special, a.k.a. melipona enzymatic sourced from Costa Rica. This antimicrobial, moisturizing agent then thrives in harmony with a host of near-and-dear-to-us ingredients, such as glycerin, shea butter, jojoba seed oil, and cica. And unlike many of Chanel’s other skin-care offerings, it’s fragrance-free, making it all the more accommodating for sensitive skin. Consider it the perfect nightcap to the rest of your skin-care routine.
“The Chanel Le Lift Pro Crème Volume moisturizer helps me hit glazed status every night before bed. With chronically dry skin—thank you eczema and psoriasis—it’s my nightly staple to keep my skin supple and glowing.” —Kassidy Silva, social director
Tester feedback from Trakoshis
“Even though I’m only 28, my biggest skin-care concern is wrinkles, so I’ll try anything that claims to stave them off,” says Trakoshis. “The Le Lift Pro Crème Volume is a fragrance-free moisturizer that contains melipona enzymatic honey—an ingredient sourced from and harvested in Costa Rica—to tighten, plump, and boost collagen, so fine lines are not a worry.” —Angela Trakoshis, former shopping market editor
More to know
- Key ingredients: melipona enzyme, shea butter, jojoba seed oil, glycerin, Centella asiatica leaf extract
- Who it’s for: people experiencing signs of aging and in between procedures
- Fragrance-free: yes
Cuticle Maintenance: L’Huile Camélia Hydrating and Fortifying Oil
Why it’s worth it: Cuticle treatments are the underdog of nail care as they replenish much-needed moisture to prevent skin and nail dryness. Our team loves the gel-to-oil Chanel L’Huile Camélia Hydrating and Fortifying Oil for its ultra-moisturizing properties à la ceramide-rich camellia oil. With each squeeze, the pen-like applicator disperses just enough product to minimize oily messes.
“I love that this cuticle oil is a little more viscous than most; the thicker formula stays where I’ve applied it rather than running down my fingers. It instantly makes my cuticles and nails look more moisturized, plus, it has a light floral scent that’s simply divine.” —Kara McGrath, former content director
More to know
- Key ingredients: camellia oil
- Who it’s for: dry cuticles, brittle nails
- Fragrance-free: no
Our Favorite Chanel Fragrances
On-the-Go Chic: N°5 Eau de Parfum Twist and Spray Set
Why it’s worth it: If it’s one Chanel fragrance to rule them all, it has to be N°5. The current formula has been an editor/consumer/anyone favorite since 1986 because it strikes a beautiful balance of floral, citrus, vanilla, and woody notes without feeling the least bit intimidating or overwhelming. Fragrance lovers of all ages will find something to love about it, which is why it’s such a timeless scent. No wonder Chanel has spread the N°5 love across its fragranced offerings (hey, body oil and hand cream).
Tester feedback from Singh
“Chanel No. 5 Eau de Parfum is as classic as it gets, but the brand continues to best themselves with new ways to experience it. Personally, I’m partial to this special-edition purse spray designed to be worn around the wrist like a grown-up charm bracelet.” —Dianna Singh, features director
More to know
- Key notes: rose, jasmine, aldehydes, vanilla
- Size: 3.4 fl oz., 1.7 fl oz
A Floral for Every Season: Gabrielle Eau de Parfum
Why it’s worth it: Fans of true florals will love dousing themselves in Chanel’s Gabrielle Eau de Parfum, aptly named after Miss Coco Chanel herself. (Fun fact: Her birth name is Gabrielle.) Its profile sticks strictly to a bouquet of tuberose, jasmine, ylang-ylang, and orange blossom, bottled in a classic square mister that’s the perfect fit for any vanity setup. Since this scent has a subtler floral fragrance profile, it’s ideal for layering with your favorite gourmand or fruity perfumes.
Tester feedback from former associate special projects manager Talia Gutierrez
“A few years ago I found a bottle of Chanel Gabrielle in the Allure Beauty Closet and would make frequent trips down to the closet just for a spritz or two. That’s when I knew it was time to get my own bottle for home. It’s elegant and feminine but still wearable at the office and for a date night out. The notes that stand out to me the most are jasmine and tuberose, but there’s also a bit of orange blossom and ylang-ylang for a sweet and fruity floral fragrance that’s well worth its price tag. Plus, the bottle looks as chic as ever on my nightstand.” —Talia Gutierrez, former associate special projects manager
More to know
- Fragrance notes: jasmine, ylang ylang, orange blossom, tuberose
- Who it’s for: anyone who is a fan of floral fragrances
- Available sizes: 1.2 fl oz., 1.7 fl oz., 3.4 fl oz.
Frequently Asked Questions
How we test and review products
Before reviewing any makeup, we ask questions about a number of factors: What ingredients are in it? Does the brand offer a wide shade range inclusive of consumers with all skin tones and undertones? Is it safe for readers who have sensitive skin or wear contact lenses? Is it on the affordable side or more of a splurge? Is its packaging consciously designed or needlessly wasteful?
For our review of the best Chanel products, we enlisted the help of multiple editors, writers, and contributors to review the products. This ensures our testing base spans different skin tones, genders, and dermatological conditions. We considered each product’s performance across four primary categories: ingredients, wear and longevity, packaging, and inclusivity. For more on what’s involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.
Our staff and testers
A beauty product is a personal purchase. You might be searching for a face cream to address persistent dryness or a new nail product to add to your Sunday self-care routine; you may simply be browsing around for the latest launches to hit the hair market. No matter what you seek or your individual needs and concerns, Allure wants to ensure that you love anything we recommend in our stories. We believe that having a diverse team of writers and editors—in addition to the wide range of outside testers and industry experts we regularly call upon—is essential to reaching that goal.
After all, can we really say a skin-care product is the “best” for people over 50 if the only testers we’ve solicited opinions from folks who have yet to hit 30? Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser worthy of your hard-earned cash if it’s never been tested on curls? We’re proud that our staff spans a wide range of ages, skin tones, hair textures, genders, and backgrounds, which means that we are able to fairly assess any beauty product that comes into the beauty closet.
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