One of the toughest challenges I face as a beauty editor is having to edit a huge collection of skin, hair, and makeup essentials to make room for new additions. My job requires me to test new products non-stop, which can sometimes break the hinges on my beauty cabinet in seconds. I like to compile my collection quarterly. Focus on essentials that are better than others (products you once swore by every day can become virtually obsolete).
In that vein, I’ve taken the 20 beauty discoveries I incorporate into my decidedly longer beauty routines to add a touch of luxury and compiled them into a shoppable edit complete with glowing customer reviews. By the time you finish reading this, you may want to reevaluate your vanity.
hourglass
N° 28 Lip Treatment Oil
I like to treat my lips with Hourglass’ N° 28 Lip Treatment Oil before applying makeup. Featuring a rich, nourishing oil blend and 24-carat gold-plated tips with antibacterial and soothing properties. I prefer using clear shades with a glossy finish, but other attractive colors are available.
Customer Review: “My lips tend to be dry and chapped and this is one of the few products that can actually keep my lips smooth and soft. Quite pricey but worth it for me There is.”
merit
Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Foundation and Concealer Stick
In the makeup world, there’s nothing we love more than a multipurpose product that we can always rely on. This buildable, lightweight complexion stick can be used as a foundation or concealer for natural-looking coverage. Formulated with fatty acids and sea daffodil extract to condition and brighten skin.
Customer Review: “This is my favorite makeup product right now. It’s similar to my skin, but better. I use it with full face makeup or alone to hide acne. It blends in very easily and is perfect for incorporating into your skin. “
westman atelier
light up glow highlighter stick
Adding a little highlight to the inner corners of your eyes and cupid’s bow is one of the easiest ways to add dimension to your makeup. One of my favorites is this easy to use highlighting stick. It uses light-catching undertones and ingredients that increase moisturizing power to achieve a moist, milky white finish.
Customer feedback: “My cheekbones look gorgeous! I was worried that it would look too iridescent, but that’s not the case at all. I use it as a base for my eyelids and apply light gray eyeshadow. It felt really good!”
seagram
Freckles Please Freckles Tint
If you’ve never tried adding a few freckles all over your nose, you’re missing out. Beauty enthusiasts like me who aren’t interested in wearing makeup to match the broccoli freckles trend trending on TikTok love SheGlam’s Freck Please Freckle Tint, which lasts all day without fading or smudging.
Customer Review: “I can’t say enough good things about SheGlam Freckle Pen. It lasts all day and doesn’t smudge. It has the perfect applicator and is the perfect freckle shade. I love this product.”
jane iredale
Glam & Glow Eyeshadow Stick Mini Trio
Easy-to-use eyeshadow sticks, like this chic limited edition set by Jane Iredale, offer the perfect opportunity to try out new product shades without committing to a full size. It has a cream-to-powder formula that glides on and sets quickly, creating a soft, shimmery look.
Customer Review: “I love this eyeshadow stick. It’s great for experimenting with color. It’s the perfect size and lasts a long time. It blends very well and dries quickly. I didn’t see any creases at all.”
Nars
Makeup setting mist that reflects light
A few spritz of Nars’ Light Reflecting Makeup Setting Mist will keep your makeup on all day long and hydrate your skin 24 hours a day. Its nourishing properties also help improve the skin barrier and protect it from blue light and pollution.
Customer Review: “This is a great setting mist. It has great long-lasting makeup and gives your skin a healthy glow. It sprays on nicely and doesn’t look oily. Will definitely repurchase and recommend. Masu.”
aesop
Resurrection aromatic hand balm
I always get compliments on how soft and supple my skin is. I love using Aesop’s nourishing Resurrection Aromatic Hand Balm, a hydrating blend of mandarin peel, rosemary leaf, and cedar atlas. It also helps support cuticle health between professional manicures.
Customer feedback: “This is a wonderful hand balm. It has a wonderful thickness and scent. It has a fresh yet luxurious scent. It absorbs well and leaves your hands very moisturized. The packaging is also nice and it feels luxurious to use. Perfect as a gift or as a treat for yourself.
typology
P90 Shimmering Dry Oil Vitamin C + 5 Organic Botanical Oils
This shimmering dry oil leaves a radiant satin finish on body and hair and is formulated with stabilized vitamin C and antioxidant-rich botanical oils to prevent photoaging before it starts. I like to mix a few drops of this with my body lotion to give it a sun-kissed glow.
Customer review: “Mix a few drops of this dry oil with After Sun Body Lotion for a dewy, moisturizing effect. So good!”
Olay
Revitalizing & Hydrating Body Lotion
Swap your everyday basic body lotion for my all-time favorite. Olay’s Revitalizing & Hydrating Body Lotion uses a nourishing combination of vitamin C and our vitamin B3 complex to penetrate up to 10 layers deep to hydrate and promote skin turnover. We will deliver.
Customer Review: “I love this lotion. It soaks into my skin and doesn’t feel greasy or greasy. The scent is so mild that it doesn’t bother me after a few minutes. My skin feels soft (especially on my elbows and knees). ” Your skin won’t get irritated even after taking a shower. I hope Olay never stops making this. ”
Donna Karan
cashmere mist deodorant
Ready to level up your deodorant game? Donna Karan’s Cashmere Mist Deodorant provides a layer of defense against sweat with an advanced formula and scent that keeps you smelling fresh. Contains notes of Moroccan jasmine, lily of the valley, and sandalwood.
Customer Review: “I’ve been using this brand for years and absolutely love it. It keeps me dry, doesn’t rub on my clothes (I wear black a lot), and the scent is very mild. I love it. .Donna Karan” Rock! ”
Chantecaille
Rose de May body cream with retinol
Body creams are very important for restoring the necessary moisture to your skin and promoting a healthy skin barrier. This body cream is infused with encapsulated retinol, marine extracts, and avocado extract to leave your skin incredibly soft, firm, and smooth. Plus, it smells faintly like a bouquet of fresh roses.
Customer Review: “I love this body cream. I’ve used other high-end body creams, but they didn’t contain retinol. I also like the consistency, which is not too thick or heavy and feels smooth. ” but better than others. ”
what you need
body serum
Incorporating Necessea’s The Body Serum into my body care routine has been one of the best things I’ve done for myself since starting my career as a beauty editor. Contains hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and ceramide to moisturize your skin, keeping it plump and hydrated.
Customer feedback: “It makes your skin feel so luxurious and beautiful when you first apply it. It’s not sticky and the retinol layers perfectly on top of the body serum, giving you a luxurious feeling.”
To add shine and reduce frizz, I like to work Halo Hair Oil into my hair as the last step in my hair care routine. Its highly potent formula features pink mica with a subtle shimmer and is lightly scented with the brand’s signature Angel Wings fragrance, a soothing blend of amber and musk.
Customer Review: Not applicable
living proof
Frizz-free smooth styling spray
To prevent frizz, we recommend using this lightweight, silicone-free styling spray. Detangles, prevents static electricity, blocks moisture and prevents heat. This formula contains fiber conditioning agents, the brand’s proprietary smoothing technology, and a nutrient-rich blend of amaranth seed extract.
Customer Review: “I received this spray for free from Living Proof. I have very curly hair so I was really looking forward to trying this out. Before brushing and styling my hair. I tried spraying it and it worked great. I can’t wait to keep using it! ”
beauty of pattern
shine spray
Another way I give my hair (especially hair) a bright shine is with a few sprays of Pattern Beauty’s Shine Spray. Contains castor oil and plumeria flower extract to keep hair soft. At the same time it is very lightweight and flexible.
Customer review: “I love this product. I often use it when I want to add shine to my hair without adding any product. It’s lightweight and doesn’t weigh down my hair.”
Don’t be fooled by the name of this product. Balmain’s Silk Perfume is a divine combination of rose, peach blossom, raspberry and sandalwood, but it also uses argan and silk protein to stimulate moisture balance and ensure hair retains moisture.
Customer Review: “This hair mist is a multi-purpose product. Normally hair perfumes contain alcohol, which can dry out your hair. This is like a light oil that moisturizes your hair. I usually spray it on my hair and the scent lasts for days!
merit
Retrospect Rexte de Parfum
Since we’re on the topic of memorable fragrances, we have to mention this new launch by Merit. A long-lasting, clean scent that opens with bright notes of bergamot and pear, followed by a blend of jasmine, rose, violet, vanilla, musk and moss. It also lasts up to 12 hours.
Customer Review: “Really a great scent. I’m very picky about scents and tend to stick to the ones I use the most. This is so fresh and perfect for every day. There’s something nostalgic about it. Love, love, love.”
maya
maya base perfume oil
Maya’s sophisticated and captivating roll-on scents use formulas designed to work with your body’s chemistry and environment to create a scent that’s uniquely yours. The brand recommends pairing this fragrance with additional scents and essential oils to amplify the aroma and maximize scent longevity.
Customer review: “I can’t get enough of this scent! Just one sniff is relaxing. I especially like rubbing it into my hair as per the brand’s advice. What a great idea!”
salt & stone
Bergamot & Hinoki Body Fragrance Mist
I love body fragrances that relax and uplift the wearer. Salt & Stone’s energizing body mist uses bergamot, cypress, and orange blossom with a glycerin and red algae-infused formula to soften and hydrate skin while enhancing the scent experience.
Customer Review: “I love this body spray! I love the bergamot notes as well as the citrus notes. It’s a nice, sophisticated scent, perfect for date night or everyday use! It lasts a long time, especially I use it on the body. I also like the beautiful glass packaging of the spray.”
jo malone london
Cologne Travel Spray Trio Set
This travel fragrance set includes three Jo Malone London fragrances: Wood Sage & Sea Salt, English Pear & Freesia, and Peony & Blush Suede. When you’re short on time, keep one of these scents in your bag and you’ll know you’ll be fine no matter what the day throws at you.
Customer review: “The scent is sophisticated and versatile, making it an ideal choice for first-time users or those looking to sample a variety of Jo Malone’s signature fragrances.”
