As an acne prone girly, I feel like I've tried every product under the sun. These are some products that helped me! It's always best to look for gentle effective ingredients so it doesn't irritate your skin further.
As someone with dry skin, I need foundation that doesn't break up, oxidize or flake or accentuate any dry spots. These products I have found have been used in my routine for years and I fully trust their formulations! They are all hydrating for a dewy look ❤️
As someone who researches every single item before trying and has sensitive skin, these are the skin care and beauty items I absolutely love. These are all highly recommend to try! They make amazing gifts as well!
I feel like every girl has gone through the process of filling their perfect makeup bag. These are some of the staples I have stumbled across over the years and continue to love! I will always come back to these when it comes to filling my makeup bag :)
As someone with curly hair I know finding products that works for your hair is difficult. Hopefully these recommendations helps guide you and help take care of your beautiful curly hair! I’ve made sections that are catered for specific hair porosity.
If you don’t know how to check for the porosity of your hair just grab one of your clean hair strands put it in a cup of water and leave it for at least 5 mins. If it floats at the bottom-high porosity, floats in middle-normal porosity. And if it floats at the top-low porosity
From there you can find products that work for your hair!👩🦱👩🏻🦱👩🏼🦱👩🏽🦱👩🏾🦱👩🏿🦱
Here are things I use during the weekends to help me rest, relax and recharge. This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you.
I've loved perfumes since early trips to Eastern Market! These days I treat myself to a scentbird subscription + local finds. I hope you enjoy my reviews!
My favorite products for easy, quick beauty - for myself and my home environment. These are my tried-and-true products that are affordable and user-friendly.
I have been heavily influenced to buy tons of stuff from the TikTok Shop. Lots were flops, but these...these things are pure gold and I'd buy them over and over and over again. Plus, you can usually get the best deals from TTS, usually even better that the Zon.
All of these products I have bought and tried them myself! For reference, I have combination skin and I do get random breakouts, either it's hormonal and/or it's because of my insomnia.
My simple everyday beauty products that make me feel like me! Isn't that the point, to feel and look like the best version of ourselves? These help me, maybe they could help you!
I am someone who wants to be natural with their skincare while also taking advantage of modern science. The combination has led me to creating this list of some of my favorite beauty items!
For all my KP (Keratosis pilaris) people out there suffering like myself. Here’s a quick shower routine I’ve nailed down. I have been using these products since May 2025 & have noticed such a difference. I know I’ll be able to wear shorts again! 😉
i went through all the options so you don't have to! with the holiday season approaching, use this list to guide your gift shopping for others or treat yourself! 🥳
I have super sensitive skin, so I’m always careful with what I use. These products are gentle, soothing, and don’t cause irritation while still giving me the results I need. Perfect for calming redness, hydrating, and keeping my skin happy and healthy!
Chicago winters bring freezing winds, dry air, and overheated apartments. These Ulta beauty essentials will keep your skin hydrated, glowing, and protected through every icy commute and lakefront gust. Designed for Midwest skin survival, each pick keeps you soft, smooth, and glowing even when the windchill hits. Take it from a lifelong Chicagoan who has tried everything during the dead of winter - you need these products!
Ulta Beauty is my go-to destination for all things makeup—offering a perfect blend of prestige and drugstore brands under one roof. Over time, I’ve curated a collection of my holy grail products that never fail to deliver flawless results. From radiant foundations to buttery eyeshadow palettes and long-lasting lipsticks, each item in my routine is tried, true, and totally worth the hype.
Let’s kill the 10-step routine. You don’t need 15 bottles to have good skin. You just need the right 15 — the kind that actually work, don’t irritate, and make your skin look expensive without the drama. These staples? They’re the non-negotiables: cleanser, moisturizer, SPF, and a few glow-getters in between. No fluff. No trends. Just skin that looks like you drink water and get sleep (even if you don’t).
My current rotation as a girl on the drier side. Remember when it was COVID? And Victoria was in the longest lockdowns? Yeah well I binge watched all these skincare videos and since then I've been testing out products, figuring out what worked best for me. So I hope these can help you too!
I’ve started tretinoin and for the next six weeks (through mid-April 2026) I’m going to put aside most of my actives so that I can get used to it. I’m going to spend most of my efforts on hydration and soothing. This is my list of what I’m going to be using for the next six weeks!
Some people think gift sets are a cop out. I think the right gift sets can be a very thoughtful gift. Especially for those who love self care. Self care tends to be what a lot of gift sets are made up of. It gives multiple gifts that go together all in one. These are affiliate links. I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Being a teen in the 90s wasn’t glamorous. These are the items that I swear by now, that would have my life SO much easier when I was a teen. Just trust my advice here.
Need stocking stuffers and gift ideas for the beauty lover in your life? Check out these recommendations that are sure to be a hit! Best of all a lot of these can be separated for multiple stocking stuffers getting more names crossed off your list 😉
As a curly girl myself, I've spent months trying products and routines to get the perfect frizz-free and defined curls. Here is a list of products I recommend using that helped me get bouncy curls that hold from morning to night!
I decided almost 2 years ago to teach myself to do my nails from home! I’ve been doing gel nails ever since and it’s so much fun and saves so much money from not going to the salon! Here’s are some products to get you started(:
This is my go‑to guide for straight hair naturals — curated with the essential tools, products, and techniques I actually use to wash, prep, blow‑out, and silk press my natural hair without losing health or shine. Whether you’re aiming for a sleek style or just learning how to care for your straighter natural texture, these picks make every step feel intentional, effortless, and protective
A curated collection of hair heroes for every texture, style, and routine.I have fine hair, but a lot of it so volumizing is key.I can't go a day without blow drying my hair.So when I can blow dry it and get heat protection?That's a bonus in my mind
SO many favs! I'm addicted to skincare and the things! I have to say for my age my skin is very smooth and glows, so I definitely include what I use as I am a FIRM believer in really good skin products! I share all the things for your face I love love love from skincare and body to make up.
A collection of skincare products mostly for facial skin that I can't live without. These include cleansers, serums and creams as well as masks and balms.
My signature look? Polished, glowing, and a little bold. These are the beauty staples that help me show up confident every day — from flawless skin to statement lips. Perfect for soft life vibes but we still outside. 💋✨
Everyday I wake up. I yawn and rub my eyes and wonder how my day is going to go. One thing I know though is the items on this list will always be a part of it! Especially the coffee.
My skincare favorites for dry, sensitive, and acne prone skin! These products work great if you’re using prescription acne treatments or just have naturally dry skin.
As someone with acne-prone skin, I have tried many skincare products. I finally feel like I have a solid routine of products and I recommend these items to anyone with sensitive skin!
As a former girl who STRUGGLED with acne on the face, back, and chest but is now feeling confident in her skin, believe me when I tell you I know what is actually worth you money. I went to a dermatologist for over a year for my acne and since then I have been managing it myself and I don’t mean to toot my own horn but I think I’ve done a great job.
Favorite things parties are becoming super popular but what to bring to share with the group, I've got you covered with a few of my favorite items that will go over super well.
Every item on this list is in my makeup bag in my vanity… seriously. I’m not a makeup artist but I want to show the world products that I use and that I believe are the best in their category. Who knows! Maybe you’ll find something in my list that will shake your makeup routine!
I grew up, but my hair never did 🤨
Still baby-fine, still thin — just a little wiser about what actually works! Below are products that have actually helped my hair feel fuller, softer, and stronger — less breakage, more bounce, and a whole lot more confidence (especially after discovering a few new favorites 👀✨).
I love my body and the things I put on it. To ensure my skin is soft, firm, and smells amazing; here are some lotions, creams, and body butters that I find works for my skin.
I use these products daily! Since using acne safe beauty products, my skin is less textured, more moisturized, and my skin does not get irritated or flare!
As I move into my mid-40's, there's definitely a change in how I treat my skin. Here are some of my top products to use. If you purchase from any of my favorite links, I receive a small commission.
Welcome to my personal holy grail collection for hair that has been through the trenches of balayage sessions, regular coloring, and heat styling. Explore my favorites, mix and match them for your routine, and get ready for healthy, liquid-hair gloss that smells incredible all day long!
I love my hair care products. Great hair can change the whole vibe. I have color treated, bleached hair, so it's very important for me to keep my hair nourished with suitable products.
This is my TikTok discovery list and I really do love each and every brand here. I really love self care. I spent so much of my life not caring AT ALL. It's helped my overall well-being not just on the outside.
As a 36 year-old woman I am most proud of my skin. It has taken years to unlock the perfect makeup and skincare routine that keeps me blemish free and highlights my natural features. Through trial and error I finally have a cabinet of products that I swear by, and I'm excited to share these top dermatologist-recommended products that I consistently restock. You’re welcome!!
some of my favorite makeup, skincare, and beauty products! these will leave you with feeling and looking beautiful, from a new signature scent to some yummy lipgloss!
Korean skincare is all the rage right now and it is very easy to fall victim to products that are actually not doing anything to your skin, or even worse damaging it☠️ Here are some that I have tried and can say are worth the purchase!
Summer means beaches and pools, vacations, and HEAT! Here are some of my favorites as 1. a girly with facial eczema issues and 2. combination skin that gets real oily without a proper skin/makeup routine. Feel free to scan through & find something new that might work for you! Happy Summer 💕🧚🏽♀️🫧🌼💫
Most of these were gifts, and a few I actually stumbled across while wandering through Walmart of all places. For surprisingly cheap. I love every single one of them!
my fav everyday makeup products and holy grail items. includes mostly k-beauty/j-beauty products i've been really into and have used for a while. hope u can find a new product to try from this list!
This is your remedy to ✨GLASS✨ skin and to get rid of acne! I have put a lot of personal research into each and every product listed here. Everyone's skin is different, but I guarantee these will help alleviate and soothe skin & shrink your breakout while working to prevent future ones.
Almost all of my below recommendations can be found on Amazon
As a person who wants to be a wig influencer i put in effort in trying to get that clean install look 😊i have tried many products but i came across those affordable products.
Its not just about becoming a wig influencer but also as a college student its not always when you have enough money to have your install done at a salon 💇🏽♀️ because we have alot on our plate , its ten times better if youre able to afford to do certain things by yourself it saves you alot of money
Don’t forget that you might not get it right the first try but the more you try the more you get better at it and be able to install that fresh look ☺️
This is my list of productsi have came across, they might not work as good for you but i hope this list of my recommendations help 🤭🫶🏽
As someone with a minimalistic skincare and makeup routine, I tend to stick to my trusted and known products, but I also love experimenting and trying new products and I know other people’s reviews always help me, so I hope mine will help you too!
I think we often overlook how our home, hair and body care can enhance our overall scent. These are my favorite products that keep me smelling amazing on their own or layered with fragrance.
A curated list of products from Black and POC founders that deliver on quality and performance. These are the ones I actually use, love, and keep in my routine.