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Summer 2025 Beauty Must-Haves!

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If you're anything like me, each season your beauty collection goes through a little revamp. Here are the beauty items that are helping me look my best this summer!
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Skincare

I am VERY particular about my skincare. I love items that are hydrating and have a track record for noticeable results. These are my recommendations as an oily girl:

 
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I love using this right after I get out of the shower at night. The serum has a citrusy, fresh scent that makes you feel like you just walked out of a spa! Apply this before you go to bed and you will wake up with the softest, most glowy skin ever.
Advanced Night Repair Serum
 
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After a week of use, you will notice a change in the texture and glow of your face. I'm super apprehensive about using new skincare products but this one takes the cake! The roller tip gives a cooling effect when you apply the product to your face an...
Retinol Lifting Roller Cream - SKIN&LAB
 
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Supergoop comes at a higher prices point but the quality is there. This sunscreen doesn't leave a white cast which is a plus for melanated queens. I wear this every single day!
Triple Prep Weightless Multitasking Moisturizer SPF 40
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When I tell you thus glycolic acid is life changing! This can be used on your face, under arms and essentially any external spot on your body where you have odor. This acid has been my skin clear, it has gotten rid of the hyperpigmentation under my a...
Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
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Bodycare

I take pride in having soft, glowy skin. These products will have you feeling like a cherub!

 
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Call me old fashioned but let's stick to the basics. Vaseline is tried and true when it comes to give your skin a radiant glow. I also love putting this on my feet to ensure they don't get dry during the summer.
Vaseline® Healing Jelly Cocoa Butter
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To know her is to love her! I use this lotion year round, it is so hydrating and smells amazing. And it's perfect for summertime travel since it comes in a jar, you won't have to worry about any spills!
Nivea Body Creme Glass Jar, 13.5 Ounce
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As a lover of all things EOS, I can't recommend this shaving cream enough! It'll leave your skin so soft without drying you out.
Shave Cream for Women and Men
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There's clean, and then there's African net sponge clean. This net will scrub every part of your body (even those hard to reach spots) leaving behind soft, clean skin. You will notice the difference in your skin immediately!
UJFQBH 3 Pieces African Bath Sponge Net
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Another product I can't recommend enough! These gloves will help you achieve soft, glowing skin sooo easily. Again, you'll notice the difference in your skin immediately!
Best Exfoliating Gloves

Fragrance

Look good, smell good, feel good! My summer scents range from coconut, vanilla and florals.

 
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In my opinion, this fragrance is the embodiment of summer. With notes of coconut, sandalwood, vanilla and amber, I can't name a better scent for this time of year. And best of all, it has amazing longevity!
Bronze Goddess Perfume & Makeup Collection
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This comes at a higher prices tag but I'm all about treating yourself! Another sexy, summer scent with notes of sandalwood, vanilla bean and Palo Santo. The bottle also feels luxurious and the fragrance has longevity.
Cashmere & Palo Santo Donna Karan for women - Fragrantica
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Make Up

The weather is hot and so are you! These items will ensure you won't be looking crazy in the sun.

 
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If you truly want to glow this summer add this to your cart! This formula is lightweight and easy to add to your moisturizer, sunscreen or foundation for that extra shine.
Versed Glow Drops
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This skin tint is a summer staple for me because I HATE wearing heavy make up when it's hot. The formula is lightweight and buildable. If I could only use one make up item all summer, this would be it!
KYLIE COSMETICS Skin Tint
 
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If you want that fresh face look this summer, I recommend this eyebrow/lash gel. It makes you look put together with minimal effort and we love that!
Clear Brow & Lash Mascara
 
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I have been a NARS girly forever but this concealer has converted me. It gives the perfect amount of coverage and has a lightweight formula. Sometimes I just wear this without any other make up!
Double Wear Stay-in-Place Flawless Wear Concealer | Estée Lauder
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I don't know what type of activities you'll be getting into this summer but glitter setting spray will certainly be needed! I love adding this on my body as well for a little extra drama.
ONE/SIZE by Patrick Starrr On 'Til Dawn Glitter Waterproof Setting Spray