i recently learned that OUAI was purchased by Proctor and Gamble so i wanted to find a privately owned hair care company with great results. i used OUAI for almost 10 years but i have been so impressed with IGK so far! this stuff makes my hair so sof...
IGK Legendary Shampoo
this is such a lightweight conditioner, at first use you think it may not work but its soo good. my hair dries without needing to do anything to it like i walked out of the salon.
IGK Legendary Conditioner
holy moly, this dry shampoo gives me the most INSANE volume. i love that it’s tinted brown so no chance of any white cast on my hair. a little goes a long way too, otherwise the product does linger on your hair.
First Class Charcoal Tinted Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo
i tried this on whim finding a travel size for $3 at TJMaxx based on the scent alone. i don’t even understand how it works (it’s a bonding mask), but this makes my hair so soft, shiny, and tames little frizzy flyaways. i snatched up two more travel s...
IGK Antisocial Dry Hair Mask
skincare
i LOVE a gentle cleanser. this leaves my skin feeling clean and soft without being tight. it feels moisturized before even putting any product on.
Asterwood Barrier Boost Gel Cleanser
y’all know regular PDRN is too big of a molecule to absorb into your skin right? Asterwood uses tFNA technology to break PDRN into smaller parts to be able to have your skin absorb it. i definitely feel like since i’ve started using it, my skin looks...
Asterwood Vegan PDRN Serum
i’ve been searching for an alternative to PTR Water Drench cream for almost a year and i think i finally found it! this has the same texture from the jar but as you rub it in, the skin absorbs it and leaves such a smooth, soft finish. i kind of like ...
Asterwood Cica Peptide Barrier Gel Cream
this has noticibly improved my skin elasticity and plumpness, gives me a nice youthful glow
SUNGBOON EDITOR Deep Collagen Serum
gotta be careful to not overuse these--stick to 2-3 times per week as tolerated to protect your skin barrier. i use twice per week in addition to my exfoliating scrub once a week. great for minimizing pores and chemical exfoliation
Medicube Zero Pore Toner Pads
this is such a great product to have in hand for any breakouts of redness, irritation, or to repair your skin barrier. i used consistently after destroying my face with daily use of the medicube pads and it helps repair and soothe my skin
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream
first of all, LOVE topicals as a company. but this serum is like magic for ingrowns and body PIE. use sparingly and on smaller, targeted areas since it includes exfoliating acids
Topicals High Roller Ingrown Hair Serum
this my holy grail. helped me thin my chin hairs and reduce density with waxing after having paradoxical hair growth with laser treatment. it has antifungal and antibacterial properties, so i've also used it to treat perioral dermatitis, intertrigo, ...
Cyperus Rotundus Oil
i really like this sunscreen. it smells soooo good, has caffeine, antioxidants, and cucumber to help brighten and soothe the skin.
Vacation Super Spritz SPF 50 Face Sunscreen Spray
i absolutely love this sheet mask, its the only one i'll use. leaves my skin SO glowy and hydrated. i really like the fit of it and how it forms to your face better than most sheet masks.
SUNGBOON EDITOR Deep Collagen Overnight Mask
hands down THE best eye masks. i love the fit, the feel, how well they stay put, and all the magic happening under the mask. the serum for sure helps fade undereye darkness if used twice a week and leaves my skin hydrated and refreshed.
Topicals Faded Brightening Under Eye Masks
i don't wanna support PTR but i have been unable to find an exfoliating mask as good as this one. first, as a fall girly i LOVE the scent but also that pumpkin enzymes are actually used. great as a 2-in-1 chemical and physical exfoliator. not overdry...
Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask Enzymatic Dermal Resurfacer
i got completely scorched wearing no sunscreen this summer and started using this daily to protect myself. doesn't even feel like sunscreen (but smells like it a little) and leaves my skin very moisturized.
Sun Bum Daily SPF 50 Sunscreen Body Lotion
this stuff actually works. i've noticed increased plumpness and hydration in my lips since i've been using it every night. it's not a numbness plumper, it uses proprietary volulip to help your lips make its own hyaluronic acid (filler in a jar?). the...
Asterwood Volulip Plumping Lip Treatment
ole reliable lip balm. perfect for when you don't want a full lip and just need something to moisturize.
Palmer's Cocoa Butter Lip Balm
i love this body wash! i’ve been looking for something a little luxurious and a body wash that is still skincare. it’s moisturizing and gently exfoliating. i’ve noticed my skin has been much softer and less dry since i started using this. also, the o...
Necessaire The Body Wash
makeup
i tried what feels like 2342349 skin tints. i'm not usually a makeup gal but this is a lightweight skin tint with pretty good coverage. doesn't sit on top of my skin or disappear when i rub it in. lasts most of the day and blends well with other crea...
Milk Hydro Grip Hydrating Gel Skin Tint
such a great concealer. goes on smooth, blends well into skin without disappearing or sitting on top. really great coverage.
Huda Beauty Concealer
this stuff is magic. i'd recommed trying it in store to find your color before ordering. i've used it on bruises, under eye circles and it covers so well. usable under the concealer too without too much product building up.
Huda Beauty Under Eye Color Corrector
i love this blush. very pigmented and blendable. i have the shades strawberry cream and black cherry, one for a more natural look and one for when i'm feeling a little more bold.
Huda Beauty Blush Filter Soft Glow Liquid Blush
this lip balm really lives up to the hype. not too sticky, very smooth and hydrating. i like the natural exfoliants--it really helped clear up my dry lips in the winter.
EADEM Tinted Lip Balm
i blind bought the trio when they were donating some of the proceeds to Palestine Children's Relief Fund and what a great purchase. these are on the thicker side but they last a while and the shades are soo pretty. very, very hydrating.
Topicals Slick Salve Trio Builder
i’m just getting back into makeup but im obsessed with this bronzer palette. the powders are so rich so a little goes a long way and the medium colors are so warm, without being orange.
Huda Beauty Bronze Filter Palette
these lip stains should be called temporary tattoo because they last SO long. i own the colors Berry Brown and Rosy Mauve and they are so gorgeous and rich. they’ve been reformulated to be overfilled so they don’t dry out! i’ve only ever used the sum...
Huda Beauty Lip Contour Stain
she wasn’t lying when she called this long wear. it doesn’t smudge and glides on so smooth. i have the color very brown for a little more natural/lighter look and just use a little bit in my corners but such a nice pen.
Huda Beauty Creamy Kohl Longwear Eye Pencil
the neutral brown palette to me is the new naked palette. gorgeous color combinations and the creamy texture is so nice. maybe i’m still stuck in 2016 but i love a brown smoky eye.
Huda Beauty Creamy Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette
i’m a baker now! i love how this sets my concealer and also help brighten my under eyes. i also put a little lower than my bronzer on my cheek to create a little “contour” without using contour. this shit is so good.
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Pressed Powder
the girlies weren’t lying, this is the best brow gel! i used to use her tinted brow gel which was nice but i def had a little brow blindness when i wore that. i already have thick, dark brows so a clear gel is perfect for styling and holding them in ...
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Gel
maintenance and tools
if there is one thing above all else on this page to purchase, this is it. i cannot recommend this mask enough. therabody did the largest LED therapy clinical trial and their mask has the most LED lights of all of them on the market. it uses three ty...
Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo LED Light Mask
theee best eyelash curler. keeps them curled for a long time! i use this to prep for a lash lift, or when i'm taking a break from lifts.
Tweezerman Classic Eyelash Curler
i learned how to do my lashes at home! this kit is really affordable, comes with 5 sets of all you need to do a lash lift. my lift lasts about 6-8 weeks for a fraction of the price at a salon.
Clione Korean Lash Lift
the water in the US is so gross tbh. even though it's purified, all the chlorine added isn't great for your skin or hair. this filter works so well! i feel an improvement in both my skin and hair. it maintains water pressure and has a nice stream. an...
Second Shower Filtered Shower Head
i've tried a gua sha, a jade roller, an ice roller, and nothing feels better than using this to massage in my serums. such a good job at reducing puffiness and lymphatic drainage.
Mario Badescu Precision Bead Neck Sculptor
full disclosure, i found mine on sale at Marshalls after christmas for $39. i thought after my chin laser results i wouldnt have luck with IPL, but after using for a month i've noticed less hair density on my legs and that the hair is growing back th...
Nood The Flasher 2.0 IPL Hair Removal Device
such a great and reliable trimmer. i have one in the shower for my bikini area (and my legs if i grow them out) and one to keep outside with the foil shaver attachement for my moustache. the charge lasts a really long time and it's waterproof.
OLOV Electric Body Hair Trimmer
amazing for daily use in the shower. i love being able to do a gentle physical exfoliation and feel like this really does help get the gunk out of my pores.
Medicube Multi Blackhead Pore Brush
this actually works. i went 6 months without a lash lift and needed to up the mold i used bc my lashes grew so much since then.
Babe Renewing Lash Serum
i’ve been an air dry girl for as long as i can remember. my hair has a little wave but has always been kind of hard to keep a curl—this tool has changed my frickin life. i’ve been wanting to create luscious, voluminous blowouts at home and this is th...