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1. An ice roller to help nix puffiness and swelling (did someone say lymphatic drainage?), as well as redness and inflammation caused from things like, say, an eyebrow wax. So in the wise words of a prophet: go ahead and ice ice baby.
2. A L'Oreal gel liner for beginners at the whole ~wing~ thing. Liquid eyeliner requires exact precision...but this brush applicator prevents you from picking up too much product, allowing for buildable shading you could smudge to perfection.
3. An EVA NYC conditioning mask that contains keravis protein and argan oil to repair and strengthen your 'do. This fabulous jar gives dry hair some much-needed hydration sans adding a tub of grease (which would make your hair look flat, stringy, and messy).
4. A Vivienne Sabó volumizing mascara with a clump-free, smudge-proof formula here to upgrade your lash game. One coat gives you the whole "your lashes but better" look, but two coats? Everyone will just assume you're wearing falsies. It's that good.
5. A matte Maybelline liquid lipstick you can hypothetically fall asleep whilst wearing and GUESS WHAT? Your lipstick will STILL look great when you wake up in the AM, because this magic stuff has a staying power of up to 16 hours.
6. An LA Girl Pro concealer here to banish blemishes, redness, and dark circles to the pits of Hades. Say hello to flawless coverage that is crease-resistant and long-lasting — all while looking lightweight and natural.
7. A Mario Badescu powder that's about to become your new holy grail if you're pimple-prone + want some coverage. This absorbs excess oil and reduces redness, all while a sulfur-based formula works to actively heal breakouts in the process.
8. A micro needle roller with a MUCH more affordable price point (we’re talking an $80 difference) than other rollers on the market. This is heaven sent for scarring and indentations caused by cystic acne, and can improve the effectiveness of all the products in your skincare routine.
9. A Milani eyeshadow palette packed with pigmented, neutral shades you can rock every darn day. Plus, it's super tiny and won't take up half your carry-on the next time you travel!
10. A wet n wild cushion foundation that has a buildable, water-based gel formula. Want full coverage sans the feeling of having ten pounds of product on your face? Then this compact will become your holy grail.
11. NYX epic liner if you're tired of your liquid liner fading before your second cup of coffee (#rude). This stuff seriously will not budge and won't transfer/ruin your shadow if you have oily lids.
12. A thick Weleda lotion made from vitamin E, sunflower seed oil, and calendula flowers to hydrate even the most parched skin. Slap some of this on before bed (WARNING: it'll feel a bit greasy upon application) and wake up to a nourished, hydrated, glowing complexion.
13. A cult-favorite Fanola purple shampoo to nip brassiness in the bud. The violent pigment in this formula works to wash away unwanted yellow in your 'do, meaning you can extend the time between salon visits meaning you can SAVE A TON OF MONEY. Easy + affordable? Someone pinch me.
14. A Maybelline concealer formulated with goji berry and Haloxyl because no one needs to know that you binged The Office yet again last night. Just a quick swipe of this and *poof* your dark circles are now a thing of the past.
15. A L'Oréal two-step mascara sure to get you the most coveted compliment of all time: "I can't believe those are your real lashes." Your eyes? Consider them bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
16. A lightweight Revlon lipstick available in 14 truly gorgeous shades. Not only does this product have staying power from now until eternity, but it also won't dry out your lips thanks to a harmonious blend of avocado oil + vitamin e.
17. A Maybelline highlighting stick that is the makeup equivalent of an entire pot of coffee. Just a few brightening swipes on your cheekbones, cupid's bow, brow bone, and inner corner of your eyes will make the 🌎 of a difference.
18. A translucent powder to set your makeup for a flawless finish — and one that will actually last.. Like, all day long! This is the perfect dupe for high-end products that also come with a high-end price tag (AKA way too high for my budget).
19. A ginger sugar overnight mask you apply before bed and voilà! You'll wake up to a nourished pout ready for even the most drying of matte formulas (because I'm just going to come out and say it...🗣️matte lipsticks look great, but they ARE drying as heck).
20. A shampoo brush to stimulate your scalp and improve circulation. Plus, it allows your shampoo to be more effective, actively working to clear away all the built-up product in your scalp that would (inevitably) lead to dullness, lack of body, and grease.
21. A tinted Australian Gold face lotion packed with SPF50 (which you should already be WEARING EVERY DARN DAY). Slather this onto your skin every morning for sheer coverage, blurred pores, and a complexion best described as bright.
22. A Maybelline eyebrow definer pencil to fill in your facial caterpillars! The dual-ended design allows you to shade in with one side, while the spoolie brush on the opposite side blends everything together. The result? Natural-looking brows that actually look like twins and not sisters.
23. A WetBrush designed with OmniFlex technology, which is just a fancy way of saying it conforms to your scalp to quickly and painlessly detangle your 'do. It slides through any kind of hair — whether super straight or curly — within mere minutes, thus saving you a ton of post-shower styling time AND it won't yank out any hair.
24. A blending sponge to condense your many brushes into just one product. This squishy BB can be used for everything from concealer to setting powder, all while providing a natural finish that is (*IMPORTANT*) not blotchy. It truly blends everything to perfection so that you don't have spots of cake-y, oompa loompa orange scatted across your cheekbones.
25. A Revlon liquid shadow for a fantastic dose of ✨ sparkle ✨. We all added glitter glue to our middle school presentations, so why not continue the tradition by infusing glitter into our beauty routines? Right?! RIGHT?!
26. A natural and cruelty-free Burt's Bees lip balm with buildable color, so it can be as subtle or as dramatic as you'd like. Plus, this the perfect thing to bring on-the-go because you don't need a mirror for application. It goes on just like a regular balm!
27. A lightweight TruSkin moisturizing cream with a punch of vitamin c, which is here to naturally run the dark spots and acne scars (grrr) right off your face.
28. A lightweight L'Oreal face primer because the oil on your t-zone is not welcome here. This mattifying formula even works to blur pores, meaning you can consider you complexion as good as flawless.
29. False lashes that aren't super dramatic, meaning they're perfect for any budding beauty aficionados who prefer more au naturale looks.
30. A deep pore-cleaning Aztec Secret clay mask with a powerful calcium bentonite clay to karate chop the crap out of cystic acne. Be sure to dilute this mask with either apple cider vinegar or water for the best results! AND! You can apply it with this golden facial mask brush.
31. A NYX setting spray to finish off your complexion. Humidity, sweat, tears: it's all irrelevant when you've topped your foundation with this magic stuff, which works to mattify your makeup and prevent it from turning into a greasy mess.
32. A SkinFood mask packed with black sugar, strawberry seeds, and strawberry seed oil to exfoliate your skin + turn it into the perfect makeup canvas. Plus, it has an instant brightening effect that'll make it look like you *actually* got your beauty sleep last night.
33. A Neutrogena gel cream to help skin that is #thirsty. This fast-absorbing, oil-free formula feels like a tall, hydrating glass of water for your face thanks to a moisturizing dose of hyaluronic acid.
34. A daily Vanicream moisturizer ideal for both your face and body! If you've ever struggled with eczema, you need to try this paraben-, formaldehyde-, dye-, and fragrance-free formula ASAP — over 2,000 people swear by it.
35. A Bed Head curling wand that lets you create loose, beachy, voluminous waves in mere nanoseconds. This even works on manes of the stubborn, stick straight variety!
36. Solaroil to banish the bane of your existence — weak and brittle nails with cuticles that look like they were mauled by an animal. This formula is so effective, I guess you can say it really nails it. Eh?
37. A Proraso shaving cream that turns razor burn into a thing of the past. Seriously, ancient history = razor burn with this product. It contains eucalyptus and menthol to tone, purify, and refresh your skin...thus turning your shave into total smooth sailing.
38. A hypoallergenic Maybelline conditioning mascara in *gasp* not black! Opting for clear is a lovely idea since it volumizes your lashes without adding more harshness. Black mascara + dark circles? That equals to even darker circles.
39. A John Frieda hair serum formulated with ginseng extract and a touch of magic. This lightweight, won't-weigh-your-hair-down product works to control frizz in humid weather while also acting as a heat-protectant!
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