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1. Essence's eyeliner pen packs a punch with its opaque, extremely black formula. A felt-tip liner like this one is perfect for anyone who is just beginning to work on their winged liner skills. It offers precision and steadiness when it comes to the perfect ~flick~.
Promising review: "I’ve never had great luck with eyeliner because my eyelids normally get really oily and it just disappears. Well, this Essence eyeliner paired with my Urban Decay eyeshadow primer is a great duo that will look great all day. And the price is great especially for how pigmented the brown is. I like the chunkiness of the tube, it’s nice to hold. This is now my go-to liner." —Gillian
Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (available in a waterproof version and a brown version).
2. A heatless hair curler headband helps you reclaim some much needed morning me-time so you don't have to spend an hour curling your hair with an iron. This heatless curler headband can be put in at night and simply removed in the morning for the bounciest curls ever.
The set comes with the hair roller, two scrunchies, and a claw clip.
This is heatless, so you can feel better about protecting your hair. Use these when your hair is slightly damp and start by fixing it in the center of your head. Proceed to wrap hair around both sides of the headband and then secure with scrunchies.
Promising review: "So glad I finally came across a product that can curl my hair that won’t cause any heat damage. I love curling my hair every time I go out, however, I started to see damage from curling it so often with a wand so I did some searching and came across this product. Thought I would have a hard time putting it on but it took me about 5 minutes my first time around. I took a spray bottle and filled it with water and sprayed a little on my hair prior to wrapping it up. The curls came out perfect and in tact." —Joy
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in various colors/quantities).
3. Clip-in bangs give the illusion of the perfect fringe, without actually having to take a pair of scissors to your precious mane. These are such a fun way to switch up your hairstyle or get a feel for if the next time you head to the salon you actually want bangs.
Promising review: "I really enjoy this hair piece, easy to use, easy to style and put on, people really thought it was my real hair. Color is fantastic and very accurate to my natural color. Very easy to style, blends easily into my hair, I'd recommend to use low heat though just to keep the hair looking better for longer. It was not heavy feeling when I used it, really recommended for anyone who is looking for that bang look without actually committing to cutting your hair!" —Graciela Gomez
Get them from Amazon for $16.99 (available in two styles and 13 colors).
4. Peripera Ink Mood Glowy Tint graces lips with a healthy dose of color and loads of shine. It has ingredients like witch hazel and lily that smooth out skin texture and a three-tiered glow formula that makes lips look extra plump.
Promising review: "I got the color 'Cherry So What.' The color leaves a really pretty tint that lasts me about 5–6 hours, but my favorite thing about this product is that it left my lips REALLY soft. Not drying at all! I’ve already gone ahead and ordered another color." —Amanda
Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (available in six shades).
5. Eyeshadow shimmer smudge sticks supply dimension and shine to the lids in a slew of stunning colors. These long-lasting shadows will also stay put for 10–12 hours. Talk about a makeup superhero.
The set comes with six different shades. Each shadow also features a brush on the other end.
Promising review: "I love this set! I’ve never been a pro at doing eyeshadow, so easy hacks like this are glorious. These crayons are just soft enough to cover easily, and just hard enough to be able to draw with. Each one has a brush at the opposite end for blending. They're very forgiving and they mix together well." —joyetc
Get the set from Amazon for $17.99 (available in 10 different color sets).
6. Naturium body wash works great for sensitive skin types with its unscented formulas. Choose from their Brightening, Glow-Getter, Multi-Vitamin, Perfector, Smoother, and Soother versions. They're also vegan, cruelty-, gluten-, paraben-, and fragrance-free.
Naturium is a woman-owned beauty brand that offers high-end skincare products at a price point that won't break the bank.
Promising review: "Where do I start? For someone with dry skin, year round, I struggled to find something that will keep the moisture in following my shower. This body wash makes my skin smooth to the touch, moisturized and glowy right out of the shower. I’m seriously hooked!" —KW
Get a bottle from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in six versions).
7. Laneige Radian-C Brightening Essence features a super berry complex, vitamin C, and caffeine to help wake the skin up while also hydrating it at the same time. Use it as a toner after you cleanse your skin.
Laneige is the brand behind the fan-favorite lip sleeping mask.
Promising review: "Wow an other amazing Laneige product! I wasn’t sure it would really work, but I am so impressed. To start, the scent is amazing, I feel like I’m at a spa. It made my skin feel super soft and smooth instantly, and after a few days my skin looks healthier! It brightened my skin and it feels a lot more hydrated!" —JessicaL12
Get it from Sephora for $39.
8. KimChi x Trixie's MVPalette delivers all the colors you could ever need for some incredibly cool eyeshadow looks. From creamy transition shades, stunning shimmers, and eye-popping neon hues that'll work as an eyeliner, there's something for everyone in this palette.
KimChi Chic Beauty is an AAPI-, queer-owned beauty brand with an incredible selection of different makeup products and accessories.
I recently received an amazing package full of the products from the Trixie x Kim Chi collab and they did not disappoint. Aside from the packaging being a collector's item in and of itself, the makeup products are wonderfully pigmented and fun while still being wearable. I have been wearing the eyeshadow palette non-stop and am loving the neutral shades down the left column of the palette as well as the shimmer shade "Parisian Glow." If there's anything else you snag from this collection, grab the "Double Diamonds" highlighter!
Get the palette from KimChi Chic Beauty for $45.
9. Orly's "Dancing Queen" confetti nail polish lives up to its name. Perhaps you'll even want to listen to some ABBA as you give yourself one heck of a mani.
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Katy Herman loves Orly, saying:
"I have sung the praises of Orly — a cruelty-free, vegan, holy grail nail brand — many times on this website. Their polishes have an awesome grippy, rubberized top that makes it easy to apply and doesn't get crusted shut after one use, and are long-lasting (especially when combined with their epic top and base coats). I have and really like this polish myself! I've only rocked it once so far, but I have plenty more ideas for manis to do with it. Purple and teal are two of my favorite colors, so trying this out was a no-brainer, and I already own several shades in this color palette to layer under it as an accent nail or full mani. It looked stellar over my favorite Orly purple, and unlike so many glitter polishes, it doesn't get all globby — it just gives you a cool confetti finish, that you can make as light or as bold as you want with multiple coats."
Promising review: "For a fun accent nail, I added Dancing Queen to Breathable Surfs You Right on my ring finger. I love the way these colors look together and I can't wait to try this fun confetti topper with other polish colors, or even by itself. This is a beautiful color combination, especially for summer, and am I just imagining that looking at it actually helps me feel a little cooler in this excessive heat?! This polish just lasts and lasts — I took a photo exactly ONE WEEK after treating my nails to a manicure! I've never been able to keep any polish from chipping this long, and I've tried many different brands! Love it!" —Jane Gersten Y.
Get it from Orly for $12.50.
10. Chillhouse Euro Slay Press-On Nails save you time and money as you don't have to take a trip to the salon and wait for hours to get your nails done, have them set, and dry. These are super chic and won't damage your nails like acrylics, either.
Chillhouse is a woman-owned small business specializing in beauty products and services.
Promising review: "Chill Tips have survived a full beach day, soccer, volleyball, three runs, and the ocean." —@bertainnyc
Get the set of three from Chillhouse for $42 (originally $48).
11. Trinny London Lip Glow glosses lips for the perfect pout that isn't sticky whatsoever. It's enriched with antioxidants and vitamin E to keep your lips nourished throughout the day.
Here is why BuzzFeed Shopping writer Clara McMahon loves this lip product:
"This gloss pot is great if you're looking for a dip-and-dab application, plus it takes up virtually no room in your vanity, makeup bag, purse – wherever! Trinny London kindly sent me the two new shades of their Lip Glow and they immediately became staples in my everyday makeup routine. In the pic above, I'm wearing the shade Lara on my lips and eyes, which I applied using my fingers. It feels nourishing and looks natural whenever I wear it on my lips, but the orangey color and glossy finish really ~shined~ when I put it on my lids. Fear not – that glossy eye trend is way easier to achieve than you might think!"
Get it from Trinny London for $21 (available in 11 shades).
12. Caliray Blurring Primer preps skin for a flawless makeup application and matte finish. It visibly tightens pores and will prevent face makeup oxidation (i.e. when your foundation can turn darker in color from the skin's acidity and natural oils).
Promising review: "I have been looking for an affordable primer that doesn’t pill underneath my foundations or when i wear SPF and I finally found the one! I love how soft it makes my skin and how even my foundation and concealer goes on." —livsparacinoo
Get it from Sephora for $36.
13. Summer Fridays Sheer Skin Tint evens skin tone with a natural finish that isn't super heavy. This gives a gentle wash of color while still letting your skin shine through. If you hate foundations with high coverage then this is for you.
It features hyaluronic acid and squalane so it'll hydrate the skin as you wear it!
I can truthfully say that the older I've gotten, the more I've appreciated a good skin tint. I used to rely solely on medium to heavy coverage foundations because I felt like I needed to hide my blemishes, the redness on my skin, and the occasional breakout. As my skin texture has changed through the years, certain products don't sit on the skin as well as they once did. I find that since I've spent more time letting my skin breathe, and focusing on cleansing and hydrating my skin, I don't have to hide it. This skin tint is just divine. It evens out my skin tone without looking like I have a ton of makeup gunked on. Plus in the summertime, the last thing I want is a very thick feeling foundation on my skin. If you love lightwear skin makeup, give this product a whirl. For reference, I am wearing shade 3!
Get it from Sephora for $42 (available in 10 shades).
14. Tooletries Body Scrubber exfoliates the body in the shower to reveal fresh, smooth skin. Kick that loofah to the curb and opt for this instead that'll help unclog pores and boost circulation.
Promising review: "Lathers great! Texture feels amazing! I used to use shower gloves, but they would stretch easily and also after a week they would start to smell bad and it’d be time for a new pair. I’ve been using the Tooletries body scrubber now for a few weeks and love it way more. I throw it in the top rack of the dish washer every now and then but I don’t even think that’s necessary because it’s silicone and dries easily, so it’s harder for bacteria to be an issue. I use it for my face, too, and it provides a gentle exfoliation. I just hang it on a shower curtain hook until the next time!" —LukeFromFL
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors).
15. Briogeo Farewell Frizz Rosarco Milk Leave-In Conditioner tames frizz and detangles hair post-shower. It works fab on all hair types and textures so yes, even if you're hair is super thick, or super curly, this spray is for you.
It's made with rosehip, argan, and coconut oils (moisture, moisture, moisture!) and designed for use with all hair types.
Briogeo is a Black woman-owned, small biz dedicated to making inclusive haircare products that are cruelty-free, gluten-free, and mostly vegan.
Promising reviews: "My hair is always frizzy and because I have relatively thin hair, sometimes hair oils feel quite heavy. This product has changed my life. Not only does it smell amazing, but it also has tamed my frizzy hair! It's lightweight, so it's perfect for summer!" —hchoi2191
"Magical. I have coarse 3c hair and this worked wonders at keeping frizz at bay. I live in a pretty humid climate and have tried MANY products and techniques to combat frizz. I used this as soon as it arrived on second day hair; later that day I went on a run, and my hair still looked great. Definitely a new staple." —kbeauxk
Get it from Amazon for $25 or Sephora for $12+ (available in two sizes).
16. Kulfi Crease-Proof Concealer tackles dark circles, hyperpigmentation, and blemishes like a dream. It's full coverage but doesn't lack in the hydration department. With rosehip extract, and saffron flower extract, you can ensure your skin will stay moisturized.
Kulfi is a South Asian-owned beauty brand whose mission is to empower those in the AAPI community. They also donate to mental health organizations with each sale.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I am very picky with my concealers but this one is super hydrating and natural but also just the right amount of coverage. My skin does not crease at all when I use this product." —valentuna
Get it from Sephora or Kulfi for $26 (available in 12 shades).
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