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I will link my favorite small or lesser known brands and also the individual products that I like! These brands check all the boxes for me - small, high quality, good prices, good customer service, and easy to use.
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Skincare

Natural, ethical skincare that I love for my oily, congestion prone skin. 

 
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I love this ayurvedic skincare line, especially for congested skin! This stuff is truly amazing, full of natural ingredients made for mind-body health, and works like a dream.
Skinveda: Science and Nature in Harmony
 
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One of my staple skincare brands, I have almost every product on rotation. My favorites are the deep pore cleanser and the siren silk moisture cream!
Earth Harbor Naturals | Purely Natural, Ethical, Sea-Active Skincare
 
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Excellent nighttime moisturizer! I always wake up feeling super hydrated and this doesn't clog my pores or make me break out. I have oily, congested skin, and I love this. Because of the bio-retinol, I don't even need a serum when I use this.
SIREN SILK Bio-Retinol Hydration Cream– Earth Harbor Naturals
 
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Great pore de-gunker, super gentle, non tightening, and all around great facial cleanser. I like to use this at night after the sunshine dew cleansing oil!
Oasis Deep Pore Gel Cleanser - Earth Harbor | Ulta Beauty
 
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Love this gentle but hydrating cleansing oil for my oily, congested skin. This breaks down makeup and SPF products really well and gets my skin ready for a second cleanse.
SUNSHINE DEW Antioxidant Cleansing Oil - Earth Harbor
 
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Honestly pHresh is an awesome brand, their products are great for sensitive skin and they work! Very light fragrance on this intimate cleanser and doesn't irritate.
Honestly pHresh Natural Feminine Wash, 5 Oz
 
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My absolute favorite aluminum free deodorant, this stuff is amazing and really works. The best scent is the Frangipani Monoi but it is ALWAYS going out of stock. I buy several when it comes available again.
Honestly pHresh Natural Deodorant Spray 2oz

Homegoods

Some of my favorite products from smaller, lesser known brands!

 
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Zulay Kitchen is a family owned business that I absolutely love! My whole kitchen is slowly changing over to all their products, I love to support this business! High quality kitchen items made to last.
Zulay Kitchen | Kitchen Gadgets & Cooking Essentials
 
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I never knew you could make espresso by hand like this, and now I'm hooked. It's easy to get the hang of and lightweight so you can store it off the counter when you're done using it. Absolutely love this!
NEO Flex - Flair Espresso
 
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These are a major clutter buster in our kitchen. I love that they have dual sides for different shaped jars and it even goes down to 1/16" and has a leveler! Love these, no more lost measuring spoons.
Magnetic Dual-Sided Measuring Spoons Set - Zulay Kitchen

Consumables

You won't turn back after you try these delicious goodies. 

 
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High quality herbal medicines, tonics, teas, and goods. I have some favorites like the Cerebrum Tonic and the Blue Lotus Tea!
Anima Mundi Herbals: Plant Medicines
 
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There's a lot that I love about this brand! Their chai variety is amazing, it's spicy in the best way and unsweetened, unlike most powdered chais. So you can sweeten it however you like! The best part is that you only need ¼ teaspoon, and there are a...
Unsweetened Traditional Instant Chai Tea 4.5 oz Pouch - Waka Coffee
 
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These are delicious!! Super chewy and sweet, no added sugar, and a super healthy snack.
Yammy Dried Sweet Potato Sticks, Pack of 18

Haircare

Some favorites that I love for my 3C, color treated, long hair.

 
Kimberly Gleason profile picture
This cowash type cleanser is wonderful as a leave in conditioner for hair! My scalp begs more suds for a wash but I am on my second bottle of this as a leave in.
Eden's Nectar
 
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This shampoo is amazing and affordable. My whole family loves it and my hairdresser comments on how soft and full my hair is every time.
Rosemary Mint Complex Shampoo | Luseta Beauty
 
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The conditioner is even better than the shampoo, this has a great slip and leaves my hair feeling detangled and silky smooth.
Rosemary Mint Complex Conditioner - Luseta Beauty
 
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The mask is an essential part of my hair care routine, I do this a couple of times a week and it makes a huge difference in hair softness and frizz.
Rosemary Mint Complex Hair Mask | Luseta Beauty

Makeup

 
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This shade called moonlight glow is perfect for a beachy date night where you want a lil bit of glow. It's gorgeous!
Duo Face Illuminating Multi Stick, .3 Oz
 
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This is a creamy, medium coverage foundation that leaves a dewy complexion. The included brush isn't great so I use my own brush, but the formula is hydrating and looks great when used with a setting powder.
SIIA Seamless Fit Foundation Duo SW02