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1. A Maybelline mascara that has cemented itself as TikTok's favorite lash-enhancing product, even more than a year after going viral! This mascara makes it easy to achieve full, defined, come-hither lashes with just a few strokes — clumps not included.
2. A set of pimple patches, because who has the time to wait for a pimple to heal on its own?! These hydrocolloid patches draw impurities out of zits overnight to speed up the life cycle of a breakout, getting your skin healed faster.
3. An acne treatment gel that is essentially an all-in-one for combating breakouts, fine lines, wrinkles, and even hyperpigmentation in skin, across age groups. With just a few weeks of use, everyone will be asking who your dermatologist is, even though you spent less than 15 bucks on this simple addition to your routine.
4. A liquid eyeliner because Euphoria is back! Meaning that everyone is buzzing about Alexa Demie's iconic liquid eyeliner looks again (and for good reason — those wings are KILLER). Who knows, maybe you'll finally master that cut-worthy wing this season with this liner's easy-to-use stencil!
5. A water-gel moisturizer that is packed to the brim with hyaluronic acid, a humectant that your skin needs for a plump, dewy appearance. It gives the kind of glow that only seems to come after drinking a gallon of water, making it the only moisturizer your dry skin will ever need.
6. A paraben- and sulfate-free yogurt-and-honey mask to get your skin glowy. Honey works to hydrate and soothe the skin deeply, while its antimicrobial properties help get rid of breakouts. Clear and dewy skin for a fraction of the price of a facial? And from a Black-owned company? Sign me up.
7. An iconic blending sponge that I've used every single day for almost a decade now. If I'm not using my fingers, this is my go-to sponge for applying concealer (and foundation when I wear it) because it's soft, blends makeup seamlessly, and is pretty easy to clean.
8. A creamy lip liner if you're always checking on your makeup throughout the work day. This liner is one of my favorites for minimizing "feathering," otherwise known as lip product seeping into the fine lines around the lips. Plus, I find that this does just as good of a job, if not better, than some of the higher-end lip liners I've tried (and I'm a beauty writer, so I've tried a LOT of them).
9. An all-in-one hydrating milk toner that rehydrates your skin after cleansing. Use this in conjunction with a hydrating serum and a moisturizing cream, and watch your skin ~glow.~
10. A texturizing sea salt spray, because summertime is long gone, but that doesn't mean that sultry beach waves need to be a thing of the past. Use this to add a carefree, wavy texture to your hair all year round.
11. A tinted moisturizing lip balm that DELIVERS on color pay-off more than any lip balm I've tried in the past. Plus, the tube itself is quite large, meaning that you'll likely have this forever, even after multiple reapplications throughout the day.
12. A vitamin C booster eye cream, because the skin around your eyes is the most prone to damage, so you must, must, MUST protect it any way you can. Shield it from free-radical damage with antioxidants like vitamin C, and watch your fine lines and wrinkles plump to a smooth state of perfection.
13. A handy wide-tooth comb that's pretty much the key to success when combing wavy, curly, and coily hair. I use this comb during the conditioner part of my shower and it helps to smooth out my curls with minimal damage and make knots a thing of the past.
14. A baked blush, because regardless of skin tone, a lack of sun-time in the winter makes everyone's complexion a bit blah! This blush will make it simple to sweep on a pop of color that'll revive your glow.
15. A clay mask that uses charcoal to draw impurities and excess oil from the pores, with antioxidant-rich açai oil to protect and hydrate your skin. It's basically the mask version of a pore strip, yet it won't do any damage to your skin (because pore strips are *really* harmful to your delicate skin, folks!).
16. A chia facial oil to soothe skin redness or irritation while also locking in moisture for hours on end. Use this every night and soon you'll wake up with skin as smooth as a baby's bum.
17. An eyeshadow palette with just the right amount of colors for you to create some simple eye looks during the day that can be instantly amped up with the darker shades for the night. I've had these shadows for a while now, and they're extremely buttery while remaining oh-so-blendable!
18. A 10-in-1 styling spray that detangles, softens, smoothes, and even heat-protects your hair. Once you get this product and see what a difference it makes, you won't be able to stop using it.
19. A jade gua sha tool for those days when your skin feels and looks puffier than usual. Consider gua sha a workout (one that you'll actually *want* to do) for your face. This tool is great for moving stagnant lymphatic fluids under your skin that cause puffiness, dryness, and even breakouts.
20. A color correcting cream in case you prefer a bit of coverage without needing to wear foundation every single day. This CC cream evens out the complexion and mattifies the skin before concealer application. Oh, and it includes niacinamide, a skincare ingredient that'll lighten dark spots and hyperpigmentation over time — isn't that neat?
21. A clear skin sunscreen, because rain or shine, sleet or snow — you MUST wear sunscreen every day! If you're reluctant to use sunscreen on your acne-prone skin, have no fear: this oil-free sunscreen will protect your skin from harmful UV rays without causing breakouts.
22. A serum stick to keep your skin clear and glowing all year round. This formula contains green microalgae + lactic acid to minimize breakouts, while calendula flower replenishes the skin with hydrating and soothing properties. Basically, it's a serum that CAN do both.
23. A cuticle oil, because the secret to growing long, strong, and healthy nails is a well-nourished root! And that means keeping the cuticles as moisturized as possible. Well, this oil contains vitamin E, which just so happens to be one of the best cuticle moisturizers available.
24. A BHA 2% liquid exfoliant so that you can say bye-bye to blackheads once and for all. BHAs (also known as beta hydroxy acids) are what you need to clear out the gunk from your pores and banish acne-causing dead skin cells.
25. A detox dry shampoo, because shampooing your hair every day is so terrible for your scalp health! On days where you don't need a shampoo but still want volume in your hair, reach for this dry shampoo to soak up excess oils that weigh the hair down.
26. A Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% serum that pretty much belongs in your routine if you're no longer battling acne, but now have a new issue to tackle: acne scars. Niacinamide works to brighten any hyperpigmentation in the skin, while zinc works hard to calm down inflammation.
27. And a leave-in conditioner specifically formulated for those with curly hair. Leave-in conditioner is imperative in any curly-hair routine, since it locks in moisture and keeps frizz at bay. Add in the fact that this one has moisturizing mango butter and smoothing safflower oleosomes, and you are good to go.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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