Since the New Year is finally here, a whole line up of new product launches are just around the corner. Cosmetic companies are constantly revamping formulas, innovating products and coming up with new ideas to either make our lives a lot easier or to enhance our experience with their products. Be daring this year with your beauty essentials and try something brand new — you may be surprised! From new foundation formulations to mosaic eye couture, 2012 has a lot to offer.

Smashbox introduced a new foundation, Studio Skin 15 Hour Wear Hydrating Foundation, at the end of 2011, and it does exactly what the product name suggests. This product was designed to last through an "on-set" environment (bright lights, heat, etc.), which means it will definitely survive a day in your life! It is the perfect foundation for someone who is looking for a medium to high coverage, a lightweight feeling and long-lasting wear.

Along with Smashbox's foundation is their newest Photo Finish Foundation Primer, which works perfectly under any foundation. It contains an extract derived from desert plants, Hydraplex, that helps moisturize the skin as well as seal the moisture in. This oil-free primer helps your foundation last even longer by preventing it from creasing, flaking and balling up. It's definitely a must-try no matter what foundation you are using, especially in this dry winter season.

To apply these products, Quo has just released new brushes in their professional line that have both synthetic and natural bristles in one brush. The feature that makes this product so unique is that the brush isn't double-headed; it has one brush, and each side is made of a different material. This is so that you can use one side to apply your foundation, and the other side to apply your powder. It's a great way to save money on brushes and is perfect for travel.

One of the most innovative product launches so far in 2012 is the refillable mascara. Guerlain, who has always been an innovator when it comes to packaging and cosmetics, has released a brandnew mascara called Noire G. This lengthening, curling and voluminizing mascara not only comes in a beautiful compact with a mirror, it is also refillable! Instead of throwing out your whole tube of mascara every time you need a new one, you can just buy a new cartridge for a much lower price. The refill comes with a new brush as well, so you don't need to worry about any sanitary issues.

There have been so many innovative and exciting product launches already, and it's still only the beginning of 2012. Keep an eye out for new product launches because the new cosmetics are bound to get even more creative and artistic. Dare to be different this year, and try a cosmetic that you would normally never wear because you may end up loving it.