Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!

Skin & Haircare that WORKS

Lotion Bottle emoji 42 items
I’ve dealt with redness and consistent acne for, well… pretty much as long as I can remember. These products have genuinely transformed my skin, but finding what works is always a process of trial and error. Give new products about a month of consist...
Map
Sections
6
 
 
 
 
 
 

Skincare for Oily & Acne-Prone Skin

If you struggle with breakouts or feel like you can never get your oil under control, here’s something I wish someone had told me years ago: your skin still needs moisture! Over-drying your skin can leave it feeling even more unbalanced. Hydrate, moi...

 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I cannot say ENOUGH about this brand- specifically the Azelaic Acid products. I can never go to the gym without my face turning beet red… guys, I put this on before and after my workout and the redness has been slowly lessening. This is daily, too- e...
Good Molecules 10% Azelaic Acid Treatment 30ml
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I just can't help it.. this is one of my favorite brands! Best way to hydrate AND protect.
Moisturizing Rich Sunscreen SPF 30 - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
This stuff changed my skin for the better. Ultimate hydration, ladies!
Centella
1
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
A MUST for peptide products. Smooth and light! Perfect for oily skin guys I swear.
Multi-Peptide Advanced Serum
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
All I can say is, go with La Roche-Posay!
La Roche Posay Toleriane Purifying Facial Cleanser - 13.52 fl oz
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
This was the first serum I ever started using religiously—and it quickly became a staple in my routine. The velvety feeling when you apply it makes you want to keep putting on more and more! After my skin lost so much hydration over the years, THIS f...
Good Molecules Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum - 1 fl oz
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
✨ BOGO ALERT — La Roche-Posay at Ulta! ✨ If your skin gets dry, red, irritated, or easily bothered, this is one to grab while the BOGO sale is happening! 🤍 The La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Cleansing Oil gently cleanses while helping soo...
13.52 oz Lipikar AP+ Gentle Foaming Cleansing Oil - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty

Skincare for Glass Skin & Aging Gracefully

Don’t wait until you’re 25 to start taking care of your skin! You can start small—even just introducing a product once a week and focusing on the areas where you notice changes first. You know your skin better than anyone, so pay attention to what it...

 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Celimax Vita-A Retinal 0.1% Shot Booster Treatment ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This has quickly become one of my favorite skincare finds! I love that it combines 0.1% retinal with peptides and niacinamide to target fine lines, texture, pores, and overall skin brightness. ...
The Vita-A Retinal 0.1% Shot Booster Treatment - celimax | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
✨ BOGO ALERT — Another Ulta Find! ✨ Don’t forget about your body care! 🤍 The Good Molecules B5 Hydrating Body Serum is a lightweight way to give dry skin a boost of hydration without feeling heavy or greasy. Perfect for skin that needs a little extr...
B5 Hydrating Body Serum - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
1
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
If you are going to get the booster, you need the cream AND the serum. Just be careful. You can overdo it. Each year you age, analyze your skin and determine a new routine.
The Vita-A Retinal Shot Tightening Dual Cream - celimax | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I think we all know by now that The Ordinary has some amazing products, but I have to give a special shoutout to this one! ✨ Start early, stay consistent, and your skin will thank you later. Trust me—your future self will be VERY grateful you did! 🤍
"Buffet" + Copper Peptides 1% - The Ordinary
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
✨ BOGO ALERT at Ulta! ✨ If you’ve been wanting to try La Roche-Posay, NOW is the time! 🛍️ Their products are usually on the higher-end price-wise, so getting them during Ulta’s BOGO sale through October 3rd is such a good opportunity to stock up or ...
Retinol B3 Face Serum for Fine Lines & Wrinkles - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty
1
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
✨ BOGO ALERT — Good Molecules at Ulta! ✨ A good cleanser is the foundation of any skincare routine! 🤍 The Good Molecules Hydrating Facial Cleansing Gel gently cleanses away dirt, oil, and daily buildup while helping keep your skin feeling clean, sof...
6.7 oz Hydrating Facial Cleansing Gel - Good Molecules | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I loved the masks so much that I figured… why stop there? 😂 MEDIHEAL has officially earned a spot in my routine, so I decided to branch out and try some of their skincare beyond the sheet masks. This collagen serum is all about that plump, bouncy, h...
Collagen Firming Volume Serum - MEDIHEAL | Ulta Beauty

Fine Hair Products for strengthening those strands!

Lightweight products and hair-care essentials to help nourish, strengthen, and protect thin strands without leaving them flat or heavy.

 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I swear by this stuff! Bonding treatments can help strengthen your strands and keep your hair feeling healthier and more resilient. So far, this is the only brand I’ve tried, but as soon as I find one I love even more, I promise I’ll share it! 🤎✨
Bond Protein Repair Heat Protect Multi-Tasker Spray - OGX | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Lightweight and worth the purchase. Right now I think they are offering a free gift with purchase online, but I just bought it at my local ulta store!
MOISTURE Leave-In Conditioner with Hyaluronic Acid for Dry & Dull Hair - MONDAY Haircare | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Here is the conditioner that I use during my shower. With thin hair, I have learned to PREP your hair before washing. When I do not prep with my at-home Flaxseed mask. I start my shower with a conditioning treatmeant. 5 mintues on damp hair then I mo...
12.0 oz MOISTURE Conditioner with Hyaluronic Acid for Dry & Dull Hair - MONDAY Haircare | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
This is the hair mask that I just LOVE! 🤎 I use it after every wash, and I truly feel like it has made a difference in the strength of my hair. My routine: I apply the treatment to damp hair and let it sit for about 5 minutes, then shampoo and deep-...
10.5 oz Deep Repair Hair Mask - California Naturals | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I swear by this stuff! Bonding treatments can help strengthen your strands and keep your hair feeling healthier and more resilient. So far, this is the only brand I’ve tried, but as soon as I find one I love even more, I promise I’ll share it! 🤎✨
Re:GRO Anti-Thinning Scalp Serum - California Naturals | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I have to be really careful about the hair products I use because I have a rice allergy, and finding products that work well for my thin strands can be a challenge. After trying so many, I finally found one I absolutely love! 💕✨ The Ceremonia Guava ...
Guava Hair Oil for Split End Repair and Shine - Ceremonia
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
For the Hair That Needs a Little Love 🤎 A no-wash treatment for those days when your hair needs some extra TLC but you absolutely do not want to wash it again. This is a nice one to keep on hand for dry, damaged, or overworked hair—especially when y...
Revive No Wash Treatment Damage Repair - Healing Bird | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
For the Hair That’s Thirsty 🤎 This is for those days when your hair feels like it could drink the whole bottle of conditioner. A no-wash deep moisture treatment that gives dry strands some extra hydration between wash days without adding another ful...
Revive No Wash Treatment Deep Moisture - Healing Bird | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
For Hair That Needs a Little More OOMPH ✨ If your hair tends to fall flat, this is a fun one to have in the rotation. The peptide-focused formula is made to help give hair a fuller, more voluminous look while conditioning and softening your strands. ...
8.5 oz Peptide Plumping Volume Conditioner - LolaVie | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
For the Fine-Haired Girlies Who Want Some VOLUME 🤎 If your hair is naturally fine or tends to fall flat, this is the kind of shampoo that makes sense to keep in your routine. It’s designed to cleanse while helping hair look fuller and more lifted, w...
8.5 oz Peptide Plumping Volume Shampoo - LolaVie | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Not an everyday product for me, but definitely one I reach for when I want some extra wave! I use this every once in a while when I want my hair to have a little more texture and that effortless, beachy look. And honestly, with the humidity we get in...
Sweet Lavender & Rosemary Texturizing Sea Salt Spray - Kitsch | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Not an everyday product for me, but I really like it when I’m giving my scalp a little extra attention. If I’m using my jade hair tool for scalp stimulation or a massage on the go, I’ll usually spritz a light amount of this onto my scalp first. I esp...
Rosemary Water Daily Strengthening Mist - Camille Rose | Ulta Beauty
1

Face Masks Worth the Splurge

Sometimes your skin just needs a little extra love! These are the face masks I reach for when I want to hydrate, refresh, calm, or simply give my skin a little pick-me-up. I’ve tried plenty, but these are the ones I genuinely adore and keep coming ba...

 
Lex Gironda profile picture
This brand popular for a reason. I always buy these and I have found them to be the cheapest at Sephora!
Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask for Pore Minimizing & Firming Care - Biodance
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Keep those under-eyes glowing with Biodance! ✨ I definitely hesitated before purchasing these, but I’m SO glad I did—I love the results every time! And remember, CONSISTENCY is key. I always cleanse, apply my serums and moisturizer before putting on ...
Biodance Collagen Peptide Eye Patches - Biodance
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
They say that Medicube is a great brand.. I'd day I have to agree.
medicube PDRN Pink Vita Coating Face Mask
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I tried this brand last week from Target and I just can't get over how quickly my acne cleared after wearing this one all night. I am excited to try the PDRN Rose mask too.
MEDIHEAL Essential Mask - Madecassoside - 0.81 fl oz
1
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
A little plump & glow moment! 🫧 If your skin is feeling dull, dehydrated, or just needs a little extra love, this is such an easy pick-me-up. The MEDIHEAL Collagen Essential Mask is packed with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, panthen...
Collagen Essential Mask - MEDIHEAL | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Rosey, glowy, and ridiculously hydrated! 🌹 This is the sheet mask I’d reach for when my skin needs to look alive again. The Rose PDRN formula is made to help hydrate, smooth, plump, and improve the look of pores while leaving behind that soft, bounc...
Rose PDRN Essential Mask - MEDIHEAL | Ulta Beauty

Daily makeup for rice allergies!

For those with odd allergies, remember that your allergen can sometimes pop up anywhere. The only makeup on here will be rice free, as I am allergic to rice allergens. This means I have avoid everything from Sake to hair and makeup products. Join me ...
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
It’s a classic for a reason. 🤍 If you’re working on healing and protecting your skin, Vaseline is one of those products I think everyone should have on hand. Honestly, buy two—one for your purse and one for the house! Morning, day, or night, I reach...
Vaseline Healing Jelly for Dry Cracked Skin and Eczema Relief Original 100% Pure Petroleum Jelly,1.75 oz
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Keep the jar and refill this for your purse, with the larger jar! Endless refills.. well if you stock up like it did!
Vaseline Lip Therapy Mini Lip Balm - Rosy - Travel Size - 0.25oz
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I do not use a ton of make-up, but if I do it's mascara, gel hydraulic blush and every once in a while some liquid eyeliner.
0.27 oz Double Standard Primer & Mascara Duo - DIBS Beauty | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
I just stick with a simple liquid liner, as this does the trick for a simple flick!
Jet Black Tattoo Studio Ink Pen Eyeliner - Maybelline | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
My favorite gel blush so far! I have tried all but the darkest tint (pale skin), and so far I LOVE the Strawberry Pink.
Makeup Revolution Jelly Blush Stick Lip and Cheek Stain - Strawberry Pink - 0.19oz
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
The mascara I keep coming back to. If you want length without feeling like you have a million layers of mascara weighing down your lashes, this is it. The little brush takes a bit of getting used to, but once you do, it’s SO good at separating and st...
L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Original Mascara, Black 905

Find Your Signature Scent, get that "you smell so good" compliment!

Finding your scent is a process. Sometimes you think you’ve found it, then smell something completely different and suddenly you’re questioning everything. This is a collection of perfumes, body mists, lotions, and scented goodies worth trying along ...

 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Waiting so patentiely for Vanilla Bean! This'll do for now.
8 oz Warm Vanilla Sugar Fine Fragrance Mist - Bath & Body Works | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Your Shower, But Make It a Little More Luxurious 🛁 A good body wash can make your everyday shower feel like a little self-care ritual. This nourishing formula is made to cleanse without leaving your skin feeling stripped, making it a nice pick for t...
Butterfly Nourishing Body Wash - Bath & Body Works | Ulta Beauty
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Not a perfume or body spray, obviously—but this is the one deodorant that just *works* with my personal scent. I’ve tried plenty of others, but Degree Sexy Intrigue is the one I always come back to. Even after the gym or spending all day outside in t...
Antiperspirant Deodorant Sexy Intrigue
 
Lex Gironda profile picture
Fall in a bottle. 🎃☕ This is one of those scents that immediately makes me think of cozy sweaters, crisp air, and wandering around a pumpkin patch with something sweet in your hand. Marshmallow Pumpkin Latte has that warm, creamy, slightly sweet sce...
Marshmallow Pumpkin Latte Fine Fragrance Mist