These are the products that have earned a permanent spot in my makeup routine—the primer that keeps everything together, concealer that doesn’t make my under-eyes look cakey, blush and bronzer for that healthy just-enough color, and mascaras that mak...
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Lashes & Mascara
Skin & Body Care Products
Blush Favorites
Eyebrows
Makeup Tools
Concealer/Foundation/Primer
Lashes & Mascara
This is one of those mascaras I reach for when I want length + lift without heavy, clumpy lashes. The curved comb applicator takes a second to get used to, but I love how it catches and separates the lashes while giving them that lifted, fanned-out l...
Lash Sculpt Lengthen and Lift Natural Looking Mascara - REFY
One of my favorites when I want long, defined lashes without them looking too heavy. The skinny brush makes it so easy to grab even the little lashes, and I love how separated and lengthened they look afterward. Such a good everyday mascara.
L'Oreal Paris Telescopic Original Lengthening Mascara - 905 Black - 0.27 fl oz
Such a good pick when I want my lashes to look lifted, longer, and a little more dramatic. I love the combination of curl and definition without having to reach for falsies. The Blackest Black shade gives that extra pop that makes the eyes stand out.
L'Oreal Paris Extensionist Curling & Lengthening Mascara - Blackest Black Washable - 0.41 fl oz: Thickening, Eyelashes
One of my go-tos when I need my lashes to stay put all day. It gives that long, separated lash look while the waterproof formula is perfect for hot days, vacations, or anytime I don’t want to worry about smudging. Very Black makes the lashes really s...
Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Lengthening Mascara - 802 Waterproof Very Black - 0.24 fl oz
Such a good affordable mascara when I want that full, fluttery false-lash look without actually wearing falsies. It gives my lashes noticeable volume and definition, and I love how dramatic they look after just a few coats. Definitely one of those bu...
My go-to when I want that clean, laminated brow look without doing too much. The clear formula helps keep everything brushed up and in place, and I love using it for those effortless no-makeup makeup days. Such an easy finishing step for polished bro...
NYX Professional Makeup Brow Glue Eyebrow Gel - Clear - 0.17oz
Skin & Body Care Products
This little set is such a good way to try the Sol de Janeiro essentials without committing to the full sizes. ☀️🥥 You get the Brazilian 4 Play body wash, iconic Bum Bum Cream + Cheirosa 62 mist all in a cute travel-friendly pouch. Perfect for vacati...
Brazilian Bum Bum Jet Set - Sol de Janeiro | Ulta Beauty
Hero Mighty Patch is one of those skincare staples I always keep around. I put one on when a pimple pops up and leave it overnight—it helps protect the spot and keeps me from touching or picking at it. Super easy, discreet, and perfect for those rand...
Hero Mighty Patch Original - 24ct: Anti-Acne, Unscented, Paraben-Free, For Face
Such a good little skin-rescue product to keep around. I reach for this when my skin is feeling extra dry, irritated, or just needs some TLC. It’s rich and comforting without making my routine complicated, and the travel-friendly size is perfect for ...
La Roche Posay Cicaplast Balm Vitamin B5 Soothing Therapeutic Cream for Dry & Irritated Skin: Moisturizing, Paraben-Free, Travel-Friendly 1.35oz
One of my favorite no-fuss cleansers for when I want my skin to feel clean without that tight, stripped feeling afterward. It’s gentle and hydrating, and I especially love it for dry-skin days or when I’m keeping my routine simple. The big bottle las...
CeraVe Hydrating Face Wash with Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin for Normal to Dry Skin - 16 fl oz
A go-to when my skin is feeling a little congested or textured. I love that it exfoliates with salicylic acid while still having hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. It leaves my skin feeling fresh and smooth without making my ...
CeraVe SA Face Wash Salicylic Acid Cleanser with Hyaluronic Acid & Niacinamide - 16 fl oz: Liquid Exfoliating Formula for Normal Skin
A favorite for when I’m trying to fade the look of post-breakout marks and uneven skin tone. It has tranexamic acid and niacinamide, and the lightweight texture makes it really easy to work into my routine. Such an affordable little skincare gem for ...
Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Face Serum - 1 fl oz
One of my favorite everyday sunscreens, especially when I want protection without the annoying white cast. It feels moisturizing, blends in beautifully, and the jojoba oil gives my skin a nice healthy-looking glow. SPF 30 and super easy to layer into...
Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum Infused with Jojoba Oil - SPF 30 - 3 fl oz
Perfect for mornings when my under-eyes need a little extra help. These feel so cooling and refreshing, and I love using them while I’m getting ready to help my eye area look more hydrated and refreshed. The little self-care moment is a bonus.
Pixi DetoxifEYE Hydrating & Depuffing Eye Patches: Firming Dark Circle Reduction with Hyaluronic Acid - 60ct
My go-to for those extra dry spots that need serious moisture. I love using a thin layer on my lips, around my nose, or anywhere my skin feels dry and irritated. It helps lock in moisture and leaves everything feeling soft and protected without any a...
This smells like a tropical vacation in a jar. I love using it in the shower when my skin needs a good exfoliation—it buffs away that dry, rough feeling and leaves my skin feeling so soft and smooth. The coconut scent makes the whole shower routine f...
Tree Hut Coco Colada Shea Sugar Coconut Body Scrub - 18oz: Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free, Contains Vitamin C, Vegan
Blush Favorites
My new favorite blush! Pigment is perfect and you don’t need a whole lot of product on the brush.
My Butta Half Buttermelt Pressed Powder Blush - NYX Professional Makeup | Ulta Beauty
Such a pretty everyday blush when I want that soft rosy flush with a fresh, dewy finish. A little goes a long way, and I love that I can keep it subtle or build it up for more color. Dusty Rosé is perfect for that effortless, naturally flushed look.
The packaging alone caught my attention, but the blush shades are what make this such a pretty find. I love a blush that blends easily and lets me build the color instead of going from zero to way too much in one swipe. Perfect for adding that soft f...
Such a pretty blush for that fresh, glowy cheek look. I love how the liquid formula gives you a soft wash of color that can be built up depending on the mood. And honestly, Flower Knows always gets me with the packaging—it’s almost too pretty to hide...
Flower Knows Strawberry Cupid All Day Glow Liquid Blush
Such a cute little blush palette for adding a fresh pop of color without carrying around a full-size compact. I love the mini size for my makeup bag or travel, and the shades make it easy to play around with different cheek looks. The Rabanne packagi...
Almost Famous Mini Blushy Palette - Rabanne | Ulta Beauty
I love a cream blush stick for those days when I want my makeup to look fresh without doing too much. The buildable formula makes it easy to start with a soft flush and add more when I want extra color, and the stick format is so convenient for quick...
Joystick Buildable Cream Blush Stick - Marc Jacobs Beauty
This might be one of the cutest blush compacts I’ve seen. The little bear details make it feel like a collectible, and I love the soft satin finish for giving the cheeks a pretty flush without looking overly shimmery. Definitely one of those products...
Flower Knows The Sweetie Bear Series Silk Satin Blush
Such an easy pick for those minimal makeup days when I just want a little color and glow. I love that you can build it up depending on how much coverage you want, while still keeping that fresh, skin-like finish. The kind of product I’d throw in my b...
Versed Everything Balm Complexion Color - Hint - 0.23oz: Shine Enhancing, Buildable Coverage
Such a fun option when I want that creamy, glowy flush instead of a powdery finish. I love that the shades range from soft pink and rosy to deeper berry tones, so there’s something for different makeup moods. The stick format also makes it super easy...
Such a cute little seasonal beauty find. I love the pearlescent finish for adding a playful glow and pop of color to the cheeks, and the stick format makes application so easy. The spooky packaging makes it even more fun to keep in your makeup bag ar...
Tiny but so good. I love the mini size for trying a shade before committing to the full bottle, and you only need the smallest amount for a pretty pop of color. It blends out beautifully for that fresh, flushed look and is perfect for travel or keepi...
Mini Soft Pinch Liquid Blush - Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez
Eyebrows
My go-to when I want that clean, laminated brow look without doing too much. The clear formula helps keep everything brushed up and in place, and I love using it for those effortless no-makeup makeup days. Such an easy finishing step for polished bro...
NYX Professional Makeup Brow Glue Eyebrow Gel - Clear - 0.17oz
Makeup Tools
Such a cute little makeup essential for getting that smooth, polished finish. I love using it to press powder into areas where I want a little extra control, especially under the eyes and around the T-zone. The shape makes it easy to get into smaller...
e.l.f. Halo Glow Powder Puff
Concealer/Foundation/Primer
One of my favorites for those days when I want coverage without my under-eyes looking dry or cakey. It gives a smooth satin finish and has enough coverage for dark circles, blemishes, and little spots while still looking fresh. A little goes a long w...
My go-to when I want my makeup to really stay in place. It has that slightly tacky grip that helps everything layer beautifully on top, while the hyaluronic acid keeps it from feeling too drying. Perfect for long makeup days when I need my base to la...
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer - Clear 0.811 fl oz: Hyaluronic Acid, Vegan, Liquid, Normal Skin
Such a good primer when I want my makeup to grip and last while still giving my skin a little extra love. The 4% niacinamide is a nice bonus, and I love the fresh, slightly dewy finish it gives underneath makeup. Perfect for those full-glam days when...
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide - 0.811 fl oz: Noncomedogenic, Vegan, Finish, Normal Skin
Bronzer/Shimmer
Such a staple for giving my skin that warm, sun-kissed look without going overboard. It blends so easily and adds the prettiest bronze warmth to the face. I love sweeping it around my cheeks and forehead for an effortless, just-got-back-from-vacation...
Physicians Formula Butter Bronzer - Bronze - 0.38oz
Lips
One of my favorites when I want a lip color that actually stays put. Poet is such a pretty soft shade for an everyday look, and the matte finish gives my lips that polished look without needing constant touch-ups. Perfect for long days when I don’t w...