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Smell Good, Glow Better: My Top 10 Black Girl Glow Essentials
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items This list is for the girls who love to shine from the inside out. I’m talking soft skin, lasting scent, and a glow that hits different. These are my holy grail moisturizers, oils, and perfumes plus some Glow Recipe favorites I reach for when I’m trea...
This is my “soft but don’t play with me” body butter. I use it right after showers while my skin’s still damp. Smells like vanilla and gives me that full body glow.
📝Pro Tip: A little goes a long way!
Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream with Tropical Oils + Shea Butter
Use this under makeup or solo for a “glass skin” glow. It smells amazing and gives that radiant, clean girl vibe without clogging your skin.
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops - Glow Recipe
Sweet, airy, long lasting. A dupe for Baccarat Rouge 540 on a budget. I layer it with body oils or wear it alone when I want to smell soft and dreamy.
Cloud | Arianagrandefragrances.com
✨Black-owned! Black Owned! BLACK OWNED!! ✨
beautiful and so luxurious. I apply this after body cream to lock in moisture and scent. Leaves my skin soft and glowing all day.
Ancient Cosmetics “Just Like Heaven” Body Oil
Gives that healthy bounce to the skin! I use it morning and night, especially when I feel dry or dull. Lightweight but gives a rich, dewy finish.
Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream - Glow Recipe
Feminine, powerful, and grown. My go to when I want to feel like that girl. Floral but bold pairs well with both fruity and warm body oils.
Libre Eau De Parfum Women's Perfume - YSL Beauty
Budget friendly but never basic. Thick, creamy, and perfect for layering under perfume. It’s the OG for soft, glowy skin.
Cocoa Butter Body Cream deeply moisturizes for 48HR | NIVEA®
Fades dark spots, adds glow, and smells soft. I love rubbing this on my neck and chest before perfume it holds scent beautifully.✨
Cocoa Butter Skin Therapy Oil Rosehip with Vitamin E - Palmer's
A little spa moment in a jar. I use this at night when my under eyes are puffy or dry. Super hydrating and gentle for sensitive skin. 🧖🏾♀️
Meet the Avocado Melt Retinol Eye Sleeping Mask - Glow Recipe
Sweet, sexy, and long-lasting. The perfect night out or confidence boost scent. I wear this when I want to be unforgettable. (My favorite is the pink bottle) 💅🏾
Good Girl Eau de Parfum 1.7 fl oz - Carolina Herrera
Smells like vacation in a bottle. Clean ingredients, lathers beautifully, and leaves a light scent that pairs well with sweet perfumes.
Coconut & Vanilla Body Wash - Native Deodorant
If you’re not exfoliating weekly, you’re missing out on baby soft skin and better product absorption. This scrub smells so good and leaves you glowing head to toe. Try it I swear by it!!
Moroccan Rose Shea Sugar Scrub - Tree Hut
A cult fave for a reason. This body mist smells like caramel, pistachio, and summer dreams. I spray it on hair, clothes, skin everything.
Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist - Sol de Janeiro
Affordable, rich, and layers PERFECTLY under perfume. This is that soft, cozy smell that makes people want to hug you twice.
Shea Better Vanilla Cashmere Body Lotion by eos
Gentle but effective. I use this before shaving or applying oil. Makes your skin ridiculously soft and preps you for that glow moment.
Crushed Macadamia & Rice Milk Body Scrub - Dove
Why I Love It: A powerful brightening soap that helps fade dark spots, acne scars, and sun damage.
Notes:
– Use 1x a day at first, then work up to 2x if tolerated
– Leave on for 30–60 seconds before rinsing
– Follow with a good moisturizer or hydrati...
🧴 Kojic Acid Soap
Why I Love It: Soothing, alcohol-free, and ultra-hydrating with a creamy texture. Great for sensitive or dry skin.
Notes:
– Use after cleansing (morning & night)
– Apply with cotton pad or hands
– Helps balance skin and prep for serums
🌿 Thayers Milky Toner
Why I Love It: Fades dark spots and uneven skin tone gently but effectively. One of my favorite affordable finds.
Notes:
– Use after toner, before thicker serums or moisturizer
– Apply 1–2 pumps morning and night
– Works great layered with hyaluronic...
🌟 Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum
Why I Love It: Hydration booster that leaves my skin plump, smooth, and dewy. A staple in my routine.
Notes:
– Apply to damp skin for best absorption
– Use before moisturizer
– Layer under other serums to lock in hydration
💧 The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5