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Singles' Day Treat-Yourself Beauty and Self-Care Buys
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items 11.11 is the day to buy something nice just for you, so I gathered the skincare, lip care, slippers and candles I would pick for a treat. Most of these are everyday favorites, with a few splurges that I only buy when a brand runs a sale. (Note: This ...
I love this for anyone who wants a tinted lip balm that feels like a treat in a tiny tube. It has shea and murumuru butters and leaves a glassy shine with just a hint of berry. Buy it when the lip sets and gift sets show up in November.
Laneige Lip Glowy Balm - Berry (10 g)
A milky toner that works for dry or sensitive skin, and it doubles as a light moisturizer on hot days. It is fragrance free and I pat it in right after cleansing. I save this kind of splurge for a sale event.
Laneige - Cream Skin Cerapeptide Refiner Mini 50ml
A lightweight moisturizer with ceramides and niacinamide for people whose skin gets red or tight in cold weather. It sinks in fast and works under makeup. It is already fairly affordable, and I grab it during any promo.
Byoma moisturizing gel-cream trial 15ml
I recommend this to anyone whose skin reacts to everything, because it is free of fragrance and dyes. The texture is plain and it works well under sunscreen. It is a simple restock item, so I buy it on sale.
Vanicream™ Daily Facial Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin
The classic suede slipper with a soft wool blend lining, ideal for lounging indoors or running to the mailbox. The braid trim gives it a polished look. They go on sale at big events, so I wait for a markdown.
Tasman II Slipper for Women
A moody woodsy candle with notes of mahogany and dark oak that fills a living room fast. It suits anyone who likes a cabin scent for fall. I buy it when Bath & Body Works runs its candle sale.
Mahogany Teakwood Candle 411g 3 Wick
For people who want a gel look manicure without the lamp, this polish gives a high gloss finish. The brush is wide and covers in two coats. Pair it with the matching top coat and watch for a promo on both.
essie Gel Couture Long Wear Nail Polish 40 Fairy Tailor
A creamy body wash for dry winter skin that leaves it soft instead of tight. I like it for the whole family because it is gentle. It is a cheap restock I buy in a multipack when it goes on sale.
Dove - Deep Moisture Body Wash - 325ml
A no frills cleanser that removes makeup and sunscreen without stripping dry or sensitive skin. It works with or without water, which is handy for travel. I stock up when drugstores run their skincare deals.
Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser - Face & Body Cleaner
A short ingredient, fragrance free cream with aloe and avocado oil that suits teens and anyone with normal to dry skin. It comes in a pump bottle that stays clean. I would grab it on a sale.
Bubble Skincare Slam Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer
A rich protein moisturizer for people who want a splurge cream that helps skin look firmer. It layers well under sunscreen and feels cushiony. I only buy it during a Sephora or Ulta sale event.
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream 15ml
A lactic acid treatment that gives dull skin a brighter, smoother look in a single step. I use a pump or two at night and then moisturize. It is a premium buy that I wait to catch on a promo.
Sunday Riley Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment
A powder cleanser that turns into a soft foam and gently polishes dry or normal skin. I use it a few times a week as an exfoliating step. It is a luxury item I buy when sets or sale codes appear.
The Rice Polish: Classic Foaming Enzyme Exfoliant Powder
A night serum for people starting retinol who want smoother looking skin without a prescription. It also has vitamins C and E. I ease in every other night and buy it when the brand discounts.
Peter Thomas Roth Retinol Fusion PM Night Serum 30ml
A gentle gel cleanser with kale, spinach and green tea that suits most skin types and cleans without that squeaky feel. It comes in a pump bottle. I wait for a sale because it sits in the splurge range.
Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser - Youth To The People
A drugstore cream with hyaluronic acid and peptides for people who want a firm, plump look without a luxury bill. The texture is rich and works at night. Drugstores often discount it, so I wait.
Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Moisturizer
A quick makeup remover that works as a first cleanse and needs no rinsing, perfect for lazy nights and gym bags. I soak a cotton pad and wipe. It is a bargain staple that I buy in bulk on sale.
Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water for All Skin Types
Pre-soaked wipes that take off makeup fast, handy for travel bags, dorm rooms and post-workout cleanup. They remove waterproof mascara with a gentle wipe. I buy a few packs whenever the multi-buy deals appear.
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Ultra-Soft Cleansing
The tingly little jar that has soothed dry lips for decades, great for winter and for anyone who skis or hikes. It is cheap enough for stocking stuffers. I toss a couple in my cart during any drugstore sale.
Carmex Classic Lip Balm Medicated Lip 7.5g
A concentrated soap that works as body wash, hand soap and even a mild cleaner, so one bottle goes a long way. I like the lavender scent for a relaxing bath. Stock up during sales, as it lasts.
Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Liquid Soap Organic
A thick tin of cream that works on dry hands, elbows and cracked heels in cold weather. It has a classic scent and a heavy texture I love at bedtime. It is cheap, but I still grab it on sale.
Nivea Moisturizing Cream
A hydrating mask I like as an overnight treatment or a dewy primer, ideal for dry skin and travel days. You wipe off the extra and need no rinse. I would grab it when Sephora or the brand runs a promotion.
Jet Lag Mask - Summer Fridays
A gel cleanser with probiotics that takes off makeup and leaves skin feeling soft instead of tight. It suits most skin types, and the pump is easy to use. I would pick it up on sale at Kohl's or Ulta.
Purifying Cleanser - Prebiotic Face Wash | TULA Skincare
A rich eye cream that I recommend for dry or tired looking eyes, with an avocado base and a thick texture. A small dab covers both eyes. I buy it when Kiehl's runs a holiday offer.
Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado
A bouncy gel cream with hyaluronic acid that gives dry skin a plump, dewy look and suits both day and night. It comes in a clean pot. I would save it for a sale or a gift set.
Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Face Cream