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Best finds & purchases of 2025
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items 2025 was truly a year like no other and one I was happy to see go. Amidst the ups and downs, I discovered some things that I can’t live without. This list is definitely a hodgepodge, but all very tried and true.
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Makeup, skincare, selfcare
Makeup, skincare, selfcare
Who would ever think that brushing your face could help with its appearance? It rids the body of unwanted and needed lymphatic fluid. This little tool is a miracle worker. It helps eliminate double chin, reduces puffiness, improves sagging, lifts &am...
New Lymphatic Contour Face Brush, Dry ...
Before getting my Dyson, I bought this round brush dryer from Dry Bar. I still use it, especially when I’m going for a bouncy voluminous blowout. It’s great for an all in one tool. It leaves the hair shiny, bouncy & full & helps prevent frizz...
DRYBAR-The Double Shot Blow-Dryer Brush
I’ll admit that I was influenced to buy these; but curiosity got the best of me. I was so shocked to see they actually made an immediate visible difference. Does it forever change your appearance, no. If you have a special event, photos, or just need...
Stylia MaxiLift V-Line Collagen Face Mask
I got one of these in an advent calendar & immediately had to search out the brand. The Box Bag makeup bag opens completely flat so you’re not digging the the bag to find what you need. It’s also available in a standing brush bag, & smaller c...
The Flat Lay Co USA | Box Bag Makeup Bag
I kept hearing the benefits of sleeping on silk pillow cases, but always thought it was a marketing ploy. Then I gave them a try & I’ll never sleep on anything else. Girl or guy, if you have acne prone skin, these are perfect. Unlike cotton, thes...
Shop Pillowcases | KITSCH Hair & Beauty Essentials with Free Shipping ...
A quick way to refresh your hair between washes.
Spritz on your hair, body—even your Kitsch Satin Pillowcase!
Crafted by a world-renowned fragrance house.
Wear it solo or layer with other scents for a custom signature.
Sheer, versatile, and easy to u...
Hair Perfumes
These are a game changer in your skin care regime. My dermatologist told me years ago that using a wash cloth was bad for your skin & I listened. However, you still need to be about to dry your face. After taking the time to cleanse your face, th...
Clean Skin Club Clean Towels XL® USDA Biobased
This limited edition Kissu Lip Mask Gold Mask by Tatcha not only looks & smells incredible, but leaves the most beautiful hint of gold shimmer on the lips. It plumps your pucker ever so slightly too.
Gold has been used in Japanese beauty ritual...
The Kissu Lip Mask Gold Leaf
Watermelon Pop is probably my all time favorite. II’m so happy been brought back in a full size & added to the regular list of scents.
Laneige Lip Sleep Mask| Watermelon Pop
These Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blushes are airy, lightweight powders that contain optically transparent particles that amplify the colors to a multidimensional level, effectively reinventing the way you view blush.
It catches the light giving off d...
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush Collection
Featuring 20 fresh and bestselling shades, NEW Blush lasts for up to 16 hours with a comfortable, weightless feel. Pure Pigment Blend, an innovative combination of four types of pigment, achieves high-impact, true-color payoff. Irresistibly silky, bl...
Powder Blush -
Airy and lightweight, this liquid formula blends and builds effortlessly—whether you want a soft, natural flush or a bold pop of color.
Featuring pure color pigments mixed in a weightless, transparent base for true color payoff that flatters all ski...
Soft Pinch Liquid Blush | Long-Lasting Dewy & Matte Blushes
A long-lasting, multi-use lip and cheek balm that glides on buildable glassy color in an easy-to-use cream stick.
Benefits
Longwear + fade-resistant
Multi-use for cheeks + lips
70%+ skincare actives
Immediately boosts skin hydration by +62%*
Non-sti...
Haus Labs Color Fuse Glassy Blush Balm Stick
ND palettes are on the pricey side, but definitely worth it. The pigment is fabulous & the palette itself will last a long time. Whether you’re a beginner or pro, it’s a great product to have in your collection. For those just starting out, it ev...
Glam Eyeshadow Palette | Neutral Shades
I’m a purple girl any chance I get. It just looks so good with green eyes. This is my go to when I want a purple look.
Retro Eyeshadow Palette | Vintage-Inspired, Richly Pigmented
An original for a reason. It’s a soft beige with shimmer. Love it for the brow bone & lower lid & inner corner.
Single Eyeshadows | Shroom
A Soft pale pink that makes for a great transition shade
Single Eyeshadows | Yogurt
A great muted golden brown perfect for the outer corner.
Single Eyeshadows | Espresso
This warm duochrome with a metallic finish is great for almost any color combo & adds a real pop to any look.
Single Eyeshadows | Starry Night
Unlock the full potential of your makeup with the P. Louise Base, the ultimate game-changer in beauty! Our revolutionary formula is designed to enhance color payoff, simplify blending, and intensify shadows, making every look pop—even with your least...
P Louise Eyeshadow Base
Glow Recipe has quickly become part of my night time skin routine. Their products are based in Korean skincare philosophies. It has PHA & BHA properties that gently exfoliate as well as hydrate the skin & make pores appear smaller. I’m a wate...
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner
If you’re active on TT, then you know this is an essential part of Shelby Ann Bell’s drugstore makeup routine. I must agree, I’ve been using it for about 3 months now & it’s great. Even on non-makeup days, I do my skincare. This makes my skin fee...
THAYERS Milky Face Toner Snow Mushroom & Hyaluronic
Drench your eye area with a liquid cloud of lightweight moisture and help reduce the look of fine lines, wrinkles, puffiness and darkness. Refreshing eye gel has a 50% complex of Hyaluronic Acid, a potent hydrator that draws in water.
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydrating Eye Gel|15 ml / 0.5 fl oz
I have very dry, sensitive, reactive skin. This has become my holy grail moisturizer. It’s light weight, fragrance free, doesn’t pill, & is literally a tall drink of water for the skin
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream Hydrating Moisturizer|1.7 fl oz
KOREAN GLASS GLOW SKIN: This pink glow serum targets dull skin and boosts elasticity, helping to prevent future breakouts while enhancing the skin's glow and resilience.
SALMON DNA PDRN: Salmon DNA PDRN is a form of DNA extracted from salmon. It stim...
Medicube Salmon DNA PDRN Pink Peptide Serum
Everyone wants to know the secret to the Kardashian’s skin; this is it. Good makeup starts with good skin & good skin starts with great skincare. They make several variations of these. I use the ones for sensitive skin because well, that’s what I...
Dennis Gross Skincare | Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel
I bought these during Amazon Prime days back in the summer. As I’ve said before, I have very dry skin and these are great for that extra moisture. These are best for overnight. When you put it on they’re opaque & as the product absorbs into the ...
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Deep Hydrating Mask
I thought when my teenage years were over, my acne would be too. So wrong. It actually got worse in my 20’s & there were several medical factors behind that. It’s important to always know that’s generally the cause & once worked out, we were ...
Peter Thomas Roth Goodbye Acne Therapeutic Sulfur Mask
Here we are again, my go to for getting rid of a break out
Peter Thomas Roth Goodbye Acne Max Complexion Correction Pads
I can’t say enough about this whole line. If you have dry skin & in particular, sensitive skin, these are fabulous for under eye hydration. Literally like giving your under eyes a drink of water.
Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Hydra-Gel Eye Patches|30 pairs / 60 patc
The ultimate in luxury, these anti-aging eye contour gel patches are infused with pure 24K Gold and Colloidal Gold to help lift and firm the appearance of the delicate eye area in just 10 minutes. Known from the time of Cleopatra to have powerful ant...
Peter Thomas Roth 24K Gold Pure Luxury Lift & Firm Hydra-Gel Eye Patches|30 pairs
Probably the best eye makeup remover ever; especially if you have sensitive eyes.
Clinique’s #1 makeup remover for eyes and lips dissolves and “lifts away” long-wearing makeup, even waterproof mascara.
It’s gentle yet effective: non-irritating, non...
Clinique | Take The Day Off™ Makeup Remover For Lids, Lashes & Lips
These are the perfect work & home cup. Though they fit comfortably in a car cup holder, if you have more than one, I’ve found the ones without handles are a better fit in the car. They are sweat & leak proof. They keep drinks cold for at leas...
40 oz Insulated Tumbler with Handle
Slightly smaller than the 40oz, these also fit great in a car cup holder. Perfect for on the go!
30oz Mega Mug
Sip in style while keeping your drinks clean and safe with our adorable Straw Topper Sets! This set features three reusable straws with whimsical silicone charms featuring protective caps. Keep them all for yourself or share them with a friend!
Comp...
Straw Toppers
Go eco-friendly and add our Reusable Straw sets to your Swig order for the ultimate sustainable routine. Featuring a silicone flexi-tip in an array of colors, these straws will be your new fave!
DETAILS
3 straws and 1 cleaning brush
BPA-free plastic...
Mega Mug Straws
The Mega Mug Pouch is the go-to drinkware accessory for any hands-free outing! Whether for school drop-off, racket club, the gym, or running errands, this zippered pouch stores all your essentials. Keep your ID, cards, hair ties, or any other essenti...
MEGA MUG POUCH
If you’re a redhead, you know just how hard the struggle is to find the right foundation shade. I know, because I’ve done the work & have the mismatches to show for it. Hands down, L’Oréal True Match is one of the best I’ve found. Aside from thei...
True Match Super-Blendable Foundation
Unboxme Warm & Cozy Ultra-Luxe Cloud Socks
One of my favorite finds of the year. Like so many, I’ve hopped on the bow trend. One thing I appreciate about these is that you can use them for both holidays decor & everyday. The perfect addition of classic with a touch of whimsy. A perfect ad...
Gold Bow Metal Candleholder | AnthroHome
The Original Award-Winning Acne Patch: Mighty Patch is a hydrocolloid sticker that improves the look of pimples overnight without the popping. Just stick it on, get some sleep, and wake up with clearer-looking skin.
Results in 6-8 Hours: Absorbs pimp...
Mighty Patch Original Hydrocolloid Acne Patches, 75 Count
I read an article about the number germs that exist in the bathroom, regardless of how often you clean it. Currently I am in a bathroom that’s all in one, meaning no separate area for the toilet & shower. Honestly, it haunted me for a few days. I...
Bril UV-C Toothbrush Sanitizer & Holder Navy
This time of year, especially, that daily or nightly hot shower is what everyone looks forward to most. These shower steamers are perfect to help calm you before sleep, open up nasal congestion when you’re feeling stuffy, or give you energy for the d...
Body Restore Shower Steamers 15 Pack Eucalyptus
My most favorite lotion in the world. Its smell is so luxurious, yet light. Perfect moisturizer especially during these cold months. Available in multiple self care items, like body wash, & shave cream, which I’ve also highlighted.
eos Shea Better Body Lotion Vanilla Cashmere 16oz
Perfect, luxurious smelling body wash that’s so affordable. Leaves skin so soft & smooth. Pair with lotion & shave cream which I’ve also linked.
eos Shea Better Vanilla Cashmere Body Wash
Pair with the body wash & lotion. A luxurious, but light smell that leaves legs silky smooth.
eos Cashmere Vanilla Shave Oil, 6 fl oz
Of all the dry shampoos I’ve tried, this is my all time favorite. It doesn’t merely disguise odors, but actually cleans your hair & doesn’t leave a residue like so many others. When you don’t have time for a wash, want a refresh after a workout t...
Living Proof Double the Clean Holiday Kit
Original Detangler: This Limited Edition Wet Brush Original Detangler helps your hair stay strong and healthy Gently loosens knots, on wet or dry hair, without pulling or snagging. The moment you use it, you'll feel the difference
Untangle Your World...
Wet Brush: Tutti Fruitti
Flat & Comfortable for Daily Wear – Even When Driving: Designed with a lay-flat minimalist profile, our square hair clips eliminate uncomfortable pressure on the back of your head—perfect for long hours at the desk, lounging at home, or sitting a...
8 Pack Large Matte Rectangle No-Slip Hair Clips
No more heavy, disposable hand warmers that cool down almost instantly.
Magnetic Hand Warmer: Meet UT3 Lite – it's got these cool magnets that easily snap two hand warmers together, making it this neat little package you can take anywhere, making i...
OCOOPA Magnetic Rechargeable Hand Warmers 2 Pack
Everyone’s favorite hand sanitizer. I have these everywhere from my handbag, desk, car, nightstand. The fragrances are devine. From everyone’s favorite Wild Watermelon to seasonal scents like Cinnamon Gingerbread. There’s something for everyone.
Per...
Touchland Moisturizing and Uplifting Hand Sanitizer Sprays
This little tool is perfect for everyone. We’ve become a society of packages delivered directly to our home on pretty much a daily basis. If you’re like me, always needing something nearby to open them is a priority. I love this one because of its sa...
Ceramic Box Cutter Knife With Automatic Rebound and Magnetic
Exhausted of needing a different charger for every device. These 4 in 1 chargers provide complete solutions for every device. This makes packing for a trip more efficient & allows you to eliminate the bags of chargers laying around your house. No...
LISEN 6.6FT 240W 4-in-1 Multi Charging Cable
I love a good bracelet stack. These gold beaded bracelets are timeless. I’ve actually tried several sets & this brand has held up the best. Mine haven’t tarnished or turned. I have a couple from a very popular, expensive brand & can’t tell th...
Adoyi 14K Gold Plated Beaded Strand Bracelet
When I want a statement piece, Susan Shaw is my go-to & has been for years. I could do an entire list on this brand, but thought I’d highlight a couple of favs. This is the perfect necklace for every day or a special occasion. It’s triple plated ...
Susan Shaw | Margaret Necklace
A perfect addition to the Margaret necklace. A timeless piece. Also available in the Mini Margaret as well as in silver.
10 mm beads
Triple-plated 24k Gold or Sterling Silver Plating
Margaret Bracelet