my favorite products as someone switching from the salon to learning at home! press-ons, polishes, gel, acrylic, charms, etc.

I want my makeup to look like me, just better. No cakey layers and nothing that makes my pores feel clogged. These are the products I actually use, from my everyday SPF to the perfume I've been wearing for years. I've tried pretty much everything Fenty makes, and MAC has been my go-to forever. If it's on this list, I've bought it again. Some links are affiliate links.

Curated for college students and young adults on a tight budget who need fast, reliable beauty routines that survive early lectures, late study sessions, and dorm living. This collection gathers multi-tasking skincare, easy-application makeup, and quick haircare refreshers from major Benable retail partners designed to stretch every dollar while keeping skin fresh and radiant all semester long. Disclaimer: This list contains affiliate links. If a purchase is made through these links, a small commission may be earned at no additional cost to you.

my stocking stuffer list for 2026! these are the little beauty gifts i'd honestly be so happy to unwrap: hydrating lip tints, lip liners, drugstore blush and bronzer, brow faves and cozy shower gels. most are from ulta, sephora, target and lush, so they're easy to grab for your bestie, your sister or yourself before christmas.

After years of trial and error, I feel that I have finally landed on a routine that makes my skin feel happy and healthy! So, of course, I wanted to share it for anyone else who might be on the hunt for some new skincare products!

All of my favorite makeup products!Skin-type: Oily Combination with Light Cool olive undertonesI trust Yesstyle but keep in mind it does take a while for high demanding products to ship due to inventory!

Products I have been loving. I’m in my late 40s and I have combo/oily skin.

As a simple girl it’s important to find quality products that don’t break the bank and are easy to include in a daily routine. Here are my favorites for quality skin and hair care for the average, busy momma.

From western skincare products all the way to asian skincare products. Here are the lists that made the biggest impact on my skincare journey

Mornings used to be pure survival mode — alarm, stumble, rush, repeat. Every minute in the bathroom felt like a chore I was losing. After one particularly rough week where I showed up to work with conditioner still in my hair, I overhauled everything. These are the exact products that turned my bathroom from a stress zone into the only room I actually enjoy being in. Took me about a year of trial and error so you can skip straight to what works.

All my favorite makeup products :) *good for oily acne prone skin

🧴Go-to routine for that GLOWY SKIN we all want.🧖🏼‍♀️☁️ btw you don't need more than 8 steps on your routine so, try different things, look what works for YOU and make it easy as needed.

a very minimal, curated list of essential only make up items that I use for that “5 minute makeup” when you have 0 time!

After trial and error, these are the only products I trust to get that “it’s giving scalp” look for your wig. They’re easy to use and actually make a difference.

My favourites from the drugstore I’ve been reaching for lately!

Starting Accutane? Here are my tried-and-tested product recs for dry lips, dry skin & all the little Accutane struggles — from someone who’s been through treatment 3 (!!) times. 🤝✨ Consider this your unofficial Accutane survival kit. 💗

It's so empowering to be able to do your own nails. Plus it's a huge money saver

If you listen to anything I say let it be about the bronze ☀️ As an avid self tan user of nearly two decades

Get ready to shine with personalized beauty and makeup recommendations. From skincare secrets to the latest trends, discover your new favorites and upgrade your self-care routine.

Curly hair, don’t care

Everything I stocked up on during the Sephora event! Restocking and new things I tried

Fall Shower Routine 🍂

Struggling with thinning edges, dry breaking hair and no length retention? These are some of the products I found work in my hair and hopefully works in yours too 💁🏾‍♀️ (disclaimer: there is no product that will work if you don’t invest consistent time and energy into your hair, you need a weekly routine🧏🏾‍♀️)

My holy grail skincare items! I have sensitive skin and struggle with dark spots and redness and these products truly work!

I won’t lead you wrong. I actually love and use these all daily - I have sensitive and acne prone skin and NONE of these products break me out

Soft luxury skincare essentials for barrier repair, hydration, and radiant glow. This curated routine includes gentle cleansers, hydrating serums, ceramide moisturizers, and glow-boosting treatments ideal for sensitive, stressed, or dry skin.

Tired but cute, my favourite products for a natural glowing look with minimal effort. No filter needed🤍

From my #ForTheClueless series: these are my top picks for anyone new to makeup who just needs the essentials. You’ll notice a lot of Danessa Myricks. I love her products for both beginners and pros because they’re so versatile and multi-use, which is one of my favorite things

One thing I wont do is spend a ton on makeup. Here are some great and affordable makeup products that I STAND BY💄

All the items I either traveled with or wish I traveled with that kept my skin radiant & healthy

For reference, I have natural blonde, straight, fine hair! I typically cut and color my hair at home! If you have a similar hair type or color check out these products!

This list is for anyone who wants salon-level skin and hair care without booking appointments or paying salon prices. These 10 tools bring the spa home, from de-puffing rollers to blowout brushes, so you can build a simple routine that actually fits your mornings.These tools were picked for being affordable, well reviewed, and easy for beginners to use, with simple steps that fit into a normal morning routine.

products that i NEED in the cabinet at all times, I like feeling like there is nothing on my face

All of my hair favs!! These are the things that keep my hair looking fresh✨ For reference I have 2A wavy hair that I normally wear natural, I use heat on occasion. My hair has been bleached and colored for about 7 years now.

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Here are cute, romantic, and aesthetic Valentine’s Day gift ideas for her! Including pink decor, beauty must-haves, cozy finds, jewelry, and sweet surprises. Perfect for girlfriends, besties, or anyone who loves all things cute and romantic 💕 Perfect for your 2026 Valentine💌

I have learned to romanticize my mornings. Once I learned that having a good morning routine sets the tone for my day I have taken on some essentials to make my mornings the best. Hopefully I can help inspire a better and happier morning for you too 😊

Anyone starting to get into skincare or anyone interested in trying different types of skincare for combination skin.

These are some of my favorite blushes to use that will make you look naturally pretty! Many of these blushes comes in different shades so be sure to check them out!

These are products that I would highly recommend for brides, bridesmaids and wedding guests who want to be ready for wedding season. These are all products that I have used or have been using that I feel like have genuinely made a difference.

This is ALL the products I wear to have a long lasting makeup day!!!! Its important to note that you should apply all the cream products first, THEN set them with the powder versions. Set it with the setting spray at the end and I PROMISE you'll be looking amazing ALL DAY!!! 🤩

A curated collection of my go-to skincare products that gave me wonderful results for my acne prone skin! Each one has earned its spot through real results, comfort, and simplicity.

My go to styling products, oils, wash day sets, & bundles. Good formulas that repair & protect, trusted brands, & tools!

I do my own nails at home, and I love products that make them look like I just walked out of the salon 💅🏾. Nail care is self-care ✨

Ole Henriksen Truth Juice is one of the top cleansers I use that work well with my sensitive skin.

We work with a fantastic curl specialist and she helped us get my daughter’s hair routine DOWN. These are the products we use for Hazel’s hair and they have saved my life.

These are my daily make-up products for an easy quick look. As a teacher I need something quick and easy for my morning routine. These are my favorite products to use!

products & tools that you have heard me talk about while you’ve sat in my chair (or have seen me use on my tiktok)

Makeup recommendations from an avid makeup lover who watches hours of tik tok and youtube to find the best makeup. Combination of drugstore and high-end. I own and use all of the products I recommend 🌟💗 ✨Acne prone-combination skin✨

Beginner friendly/ black girl friendly makeup recommendations

Break off a small piece from each bundle to create an extra mini gift! These are perfect for saving money on stocking stuffers, bachelorette favors, or bridesmaid gifts.

Skincare doesn't need to be a 12-step science experiment. This is my edited-down favorites list for hydrated, bouncy, glowy skin with a few targeted products to rotate in when my skin needs something extra depending on the day or season. The goal: fewer products, better choices, and a routine you’ll actually stick with. I, also, use the same products for day and night to keep things simple!You absolutely do NOT need every product on this list. Start with a cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF. Add hydration if your skin needs it, then choose ONE targeted treatment based on your biggest concern. Everything else is optional, but fun to try!

Shopping for a teen girl can feel like trying to hit a moving target. As a mom of a teenage daughter, I’m skipping the random stocking filler and sticking with the beauty, self-care, tech and viral little gifts they’re actually excited to get in 2026. Most of these picks are affordable, giftable and small enough to fit right in her stocking.

the perfect products for your weekly everything shower to give you the softest skin

The best cosmetics I’ve found so far! A lot of these are an every-day use for me; and the rest reserved for events/special occasions! Depends on if you’re a full-coverage queen, or a lighter coverage girl!

This is my go-to skincare list for 40+ skin. I’m all about looking my best naturally - no plastic surgery, no overdoing it - just simple, easy skincare that supports glow, hydration, and feeling good.

As a hairstylist’s daughter who naturally has very fine and brittle hair, I have tried hundreds of different hair products to renew and restrengthen my hair. Below I've listed the ones that actually work!!👇🏼

I am super picky about products for guys. Cologne has to be masculine and clean yet not too heavy, products need to be simple enough that a guy will actually make the effort to use them.

My makeup recommendations for the PERFECT siren eye look

I have 2c-3a curly hair and have tried too many products to count! These are my tried and true.

Support a Black Owned Makeup Brand today and everyday! Here is a list of different items and brands to support at Sephora and Ulta!

Effortless, fun, and just the right amount of glam ✨ These are my go-to hair, makeup, and nail picks that keep me feeling fresh, fierce, and 40-something fabulous—because low-maintenance doesn't mean low-impact. 💁‍♀️💅💄

Everything I use to make my “everything” showers feel chic and expensive. If it’s in here, I genuinely love it & am always repurchasing!

My favourite vanilla perfumes EVER! The perfect recommendations for the girls who LOVE vanilla🍦✨

Everything listed is cruelty-free and budget-friendly, as well as sensitive skin and generally allergy-friendly!

These stocking stuffers are one I’ve given to my family and friends in recent years and were hits! I also included alot of sets from Sephora, products I love that come in a great value set that is perfect for sharing and giving as stocking stuffers!

Essentials for hair fragrance, blowouts,& heat damage prevention!✨

A list of the tried and true products that I keep on hand for my skincare #matureskin #acneprone

so i recently booked myself a much needed facial from a highly recommended korean skin expert here in madrid. we treated my dry sensitive skin, which lately has been extremely hormonal. my skin was severely dehydrated from the weather, so i got a deep cleansing, ultrasonic peel, a chemical acid mix, many purifying masks. during the treatment she also applied ingredients such as: vitamin c, yellow spiny & citrus fruits to awaken the skin and provide luminosity. at the end she gave me a list of products that have been doing wonders for my skin, helping it regain a healthy skin barrier with moisturizing, regenerating and calming ingredients such as: collagen, hyaluronic acid, peptides, citric acids, centella asiatica. here is the list for you cause we ain't gatekeeping over here! x ⭐️

My affordable glass skin routine as a 29 year old with dry skin

Easy Peasy, Tried and True products for the average person. I am 40+ years old and with a cool based dry skin tone.

Hair is a chore. Finding your products for curly/coily texture is even a harder chore. After a lot of years of experimenting, I found the products that have helped my hair flourish which has helped my confidence in where my hair! If your stuck in finding your own rotation or want to try something new for your hair, your in the right place!

This is the ultimate list for DIY girls. I do all of my beauty care at home because it is sooo much cheaper. Everything from body hair to lashes to nails, this list has you covered!

Body scrub essentials for soft, smooth, glowing skin 🧽 My exfoliating lineup — sugar scrubs for strawberry legs, rough spots and dry patches, plus the scrubs I recommend before shaving for a closer shave and fewer ingrown hairs. Tree Hut favorites and more, all budget-friendly

Here’s a list of must-haves for your self care Sunday! This includes skin care & home accessories!

I have 2 kids and I work full time. I have next to no time to myself. I needed an extra easy skincare routine. Using mostly clean products was important to me. After lots of research and trial and error, I finally found my perfect skincare routine and product.

I love a glowy hydrating look! These are products that I’ve actually used and don’t break me out, thank goodness!

utlimate list of makeup for a clean, glowy, and everyday makeup look

Welcome to the "Self-Care Sanctuary" folder, your ultimate haven for all things related to self-care and personal grooming. Dive into a world of pampering and rejuvenation as you explore a carefully curated collection of skincare, perfume, shampoo, lotion, and everything you need to keep yourself feeling clean, refreshed, and revitalized. Discover an array of products and resources that will help you indulge in moments of relaxation, self-love, and holistic well-being. From luxurious creams and invigorating scents to nourishing haircare and therapeutic rituals, this folder is your go-to destination for enhancing your beauty regimen and embracing the art of self-care. Embrace the sanctuary and treat yourself to the care and attention you truly deserve.

I’ll admit, I’m not full glam gal.. BUT these are my makeup ride or dies

Skincare that I have tried and definitely recommend! Face serums, creams, deodorants, & more!

If you are a fragrance girly like I am then you have been seeing pheromone perfumes all over your timeline. After trying over and over these are the viral pheromone perfumes that I feel like are actually worth spending your money on. Enjoy!!!

My everyday makeup essentials are all about easy glam with a touch of sparkle! I always keep a little jar of facial glitter handy because who doesn’t love sparkles? Most of these products are super travel friendly, so you never have to stress about packing special travel sized items. If you’re into raving or just love that festival vibe, this setup is made for you!

As a mom I need a quick skincare and make up routine. These are my holy grails!

I’m a Jo Malone London girly!!! They are the best gifts to give, who doesn’t love receiving a JML gift. Also I’m very knowledgeable of JML, used to work with the brand for 5.5 years.

The first cold evenings of the year are when a hot bath stops being a treat and becomes a habit worth building properly. These are the bath salts, bubble baths, bath bombs, tub trays, candles and tub-side extras from Ulta, Sephora, Anthropologie and Wayfair that turn an ordinary tub into a luxe soak ritual. Start stocking the shelf now, before the temperature drops and everyone else is searching for the same things.

Since I have had acne prone, oily and dry combo skin my entire life.. these are my products to achieve glowy, poreless skin. I have used these products since I was 20.. I am now 30! 10 years later and these skin care products boost radiance, and achieve smooth, dewy Korean glass skin! No wrinkles, or crows feet here! And trust me.. I always get ID’d at the bar. 😂

This is my basic skincare routine that I stick to every day. Nothing complicated or over the top, just products I actually use to keep my skin feeling clean, hydrated, and healthy.

Want to get into the pink pilates princess lifestyle but don't know how? Here's some items to get the ideas flowing! Hope it helps!

When skin feels reactive, tight, or overworked, keeping things simple can be such a relief. These gentle cleansers, calming moisturizers, barrier-supporting treatments, and daily SPF picks help sensitive skin feel comfortable again.

These are my esthetician-approved skincare staples for oily and acne-prone skin. Each product is chosen for its ability to control excess oil, reduce breakouts, soothe inflammation, and maintain a healthy moisture barrier. Everything here is something I’ve tested on myself and trust for real, consistent results.

If you have oily skin, you know the struggle: Foundation looks fresh at 9 AM. By 11 AM? It’s sliding off like butter. These 16 products? They’re your oil-control squad — primers that grip, powders that lock, and blotting papers that save your life. Not “oil-free” lies. Real solutions that keep your makeup on and your shine in check — without looking flat or dry.

Some of my favorite makeup and beauty products I’ve used some on a budget and some more expensive 💋

I've tried more skincare products than i can count, but there are the products i keep coming back to again and again. They're my ride-or-die picks for keeping my skin glowing, hydrated, and happy. Think of this as my personal top shelf- the ones i'd recommend to my best friend in a heartbeat.

All of my absolute favourite things to do your nails at home on a budget

My favorite mini items to travel with. I take these on the go, in my purse, luggage, I keep them in my truck, I take them everywhere! My favorite beauty items in mini size

Plenty of smoothing products promise a frizz fix and leave hair coated. The shortlist for thick, frizzy hair drops anything greasy or heavy and keeps Living Proof No Frizz, Redken Frizz Dismiss, Biolage Smooth Proof and Olaplex No.7, with Moroccanoil as the one salon splurge. All are Ulta smoothing picks.

I love a no-makeup makeup look, and have dry skin, so I go for light coverage, moisturizing products. I hope those who are in the same boat as me enjoy this list

Your go-to lineup for your ‘recovery’ nights of your skin cycling routine. This night is meant to be all about hydration and protecting your skin barrier 🌸

My skincare routine for am and pm! I have seen amazing results skin flooding so have been consistently using these items and love them all

A collection of my daughter’s favourite finds, must haves and everyday essentials. From beauty and skin care, clothes, electronics and little treats. These are things she loves, uses and recommends. All teen approved and tried and tested.

I’m a 40+ momma who wants my skin to feel and look good. I’ve spent years trying to find affordable skincare that help my skin stay hydrated and glow morning & night.