some of this is specific to pale girls like me (tanning stuff may not apply to my sisters of color) but a lot of this works for everyone!
so you're feeling the call of the void (urge to dye your hair black). put DOWN the box dye and pick this up instead. it's more expensive, but it's cheaper than a color correction at the salon, and it nourishes your hair. lasts about 3 weeks showering...<3
Wella Color Fresh Mask, Natural Shade
And fill the bottle with this.
Self Tan Water Light - Tanologist
This bottle is magic. Second best thing to VersaSpa if you don't have the budget/time for a tanning salon trip.
Atomizer Spray Bottle For Tanning - Tanologist
mitt is a necessity, promise. shell out the $8 or so, save yourself from embarrassingly orange palms
GAIYAH Self Tanning Mitt Applicator
tan prep. head to toe, ladies. special focus on knees, elbows, and hands.
Body Scrubs – Tree Hut Shea®
if ya know ya know
Black Nail Polish
black gel eyeliner obviously
Gel Eyeliner Pencil - Kylie Cosmetics
If it keeps Marina Mabrey's messy bun in, it will keep my messy bun in.
Strong Hold Hair Volumizing Hairspray - Herbal Essences
for when a single strand of hair in your face will send you over the edge
Scunci Hair Elastics & Ties Accessories
i live here now
Christy Hoodie – Brandy Melville
decrease the likelihood that anyone will speak to me
Winter Sunglasses
Again, any version will work
Airpods
I do not have this, but it's the latest. Literally anything that plays music will do.
iPhone 16
Glycinate = superior magnesium. For calming anxiety and getting good sleep.
2 Pack Magnesium Liquid Drops, Glycinate
my favorite vit d in case you want to actually fix this problem instead of leaning into it like i tend to. super easy to get 10k IU.
Liquid Vitamin D3 Drops 1000 IU - Whole Foods Market
harm reduction for my fellow northeastern girls
Iced Coffee Near You | Fresh & Full of Flavor | Dunkin'®
Yes, you still need this! Especially with the sun reflecting off the snow. Everything breaks me out and this doesn't. For my WOC sisters: no white cast!
Neutrogena Face Sunscreen SPF 50
Red light – like a SAD lamp with health and skincare benefits
