It's back! Merit Beauty just relaunched this iconic wintery shade in a new lip and cheek set

There's nothing quite like the heartbreak that comes with becoming emotionally attached to a limited-edition beauty product. We all know the risks when we hit that checkout button: that we might love it but then be forced to part with it forever when it inevitably runs out. Thankfully, though, if that was you with Merit's Courmayeur shade from last winter, I have some very good news.

The gorgeous rosy-brown hue, which some might remember from 2025's sell-out Winter Set, is back amongst Merit Beauty's makeup collection, now available in its own dedicated and incredibly chic trio that features both the original Signature Lip Liner and mini Flush Balm, as well as the brand's matte Lightweight Lip Blush, all in the popular, cosy shade.

This set affords a sophisticated and cohesive look in minutes, and as a long-standing fan of the iconic colour myself, I wouldn't waste any time stocking up on it before it leaves us again.

Why you need Merit's Courmayeur set, per a fan of the original shade

It truly is a unique kind of pain falling in love with a product only for it to be discontinued or sold out because it was a limited-edition, seasonal buy. We all handle it differently; some embrace their fate and use it anyway, hoping perhaps it will make a comeback. Others ration it in case it never does.

For the last calendar year, I have been doing the latter with Merit's Signature Lip Liner, Shade Slick and Flush Balm in the shade Courmayeur. I was lucky enough to snag the brand's sell-out 2025 Winter Set, which showcased this gorgeous rose-brown hue alongside another limited-edition eyeshadow colour and a mini of the Clean Lash mascara (ranked among the best tubing mascaras on the market). Almost as soon as I'd applied the lip duo and blush to my face, I knew I was doomed. The soft, toasted hue suited me so well, and I found myself reaching for the set every single day of November and December.

Then once the buzz of the festive period faded, and January 1st came and went, I realised my new favourite liner and blush were no more. The set was sold out, never to return, or so I thought.

Fast forward months of rationing, November arrived again and, with it, a new beauty launch that overshadowed all others for me: the Courmayeur set. It officially arrived on November 4th and sees the liner and blush return, along with a new Lip Blush, covering all your lip and cheek needs to create the loveliest, cohesive and cosy makeup look.

Both the lip products and blush are among the most flattering and versatile I've found. When paired with a quick coat of mascara, they can feel soft and casual, whilst wearing them with a brown eyeshadow or liner and building the blush up can bring a moody, evening feel to your look.

As a fan of Merit's Complexion Stick too, my routine, no matter what effect I'm going for, takes me about 10 minutes all in all, with the blush especially, instantly melting into the skin seamlessly - whether I apply it with a brush or my finger. The liner too, just glides onto my lips and blends beautifully. It's a very forgiving formula compared to some of the other best lip liners out there, so you don't have to be too precise.

So, if you're a fan of minimalistic, no-fuss makeup that's easy to apply, this set is definitely one to consider. And if this terrracotta-y hue isn't for you, the brand has also launched the Archival Set, aswell as a collaboration with Erdem - all of which are currently discounted.