Obviously we had our eyes peeled for Ms. Swift, who unsurprisingly showed up in a red lip — which isn’t just her signature lip colour, but also one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ colours. So, obviously. But she had another unexpected beauty trick up her sleeve, too. More on that below.

TayTay’s BFF, Blake Lively, attended the game in big, beautiful, bouncy curls (didn’t we tell you big hair was having a moment?), while Hailey Bieber debuted darker locks that already have a cutesy TikTok name (“chocolate syrup hair“— consider this our petition to bring back the good ol’, reliable word “brown”).

From Taylor Swift to Lady Gaga, these were our favourite celeb beauty looks at the 2024 Super Bowl.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift paired her red lipstick with a high ponytail that featured an accent braid along the side, and brow-skimming bangs. This is the singer’s second big appearance this month wearing an accent braid, so we can’t help but wonder: is this some kind of Easter egg, Swifties?

Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga’s makeup artist Sarah Tanno created a beautiful rhinestone look for the star, that was a throwback to Gaga’s 2017 Super Bowl performance look. A makeup slay and a nostalgic moment? Definitely one of our fave celeb Super Bowl beauty moments this year.

Blake Lively and Ice Spice

 

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Accompanying Taylor in her $1.8 million Super Bowl suite (!!!) were Ice Spice and Blake Lively, who both looked stunning as always in gorgeous curls and nude lipstick.

Kim Kardashian

Speaking of signature beauty looks, makeup artist Adam Burrell posted a video of Kim Kardashian getting ready to take in the big game, with her famous long, dark locks cascading down her back paired with a dark smoky eye

Beyoncé

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You know what they say: the bigger the hair, the closer to god! Queen Bey’s hairstylist Neal Farinah used products from Beyoncé’s upcoming line Cécred (launching next week!!!) to create these big, bouncy waves. The stylist captioned the photos “Super Bowl Texan hair” — ultra-fitting for the release of Beyoncé’s two new country singles last night.

Winnie Harlow

 

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Supermodel (and former FASHION cover star) Winnie Harlow debuted new choppy bangs last night, and we can’t stop thinking about them. Once again, we must ask, should we get bangs?

Hailey Bieber

Rocking her new dark hair and glossy brown lips (likely Rhode’s Peptide Lip Tint in “Espresso”), Hailey Bieber’s striking Super Bowl look was definitely one of our faves of the night.

Lana Del Rey

Donning her signature voluminous retro blowout, thick cat eye liner and matte nude lip in a mirror selfie on her Instagram Story, Lana Del Rey perfectly demonstrated that Super Bowl beauty can still be totally glam..

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Luckily, we’ve found the exact beauty products that the makeup artists used on the music industry’s A-list before they hit the red carpet. So without further ado, learn more about the inspo behind the best Grammys 2024 beauty looks and, of course, shop the products you need to recreate them.

Kelsea Ballerini

 

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Makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan used CoverGirl products for Kelsea Ballerini’s show-stopping glam, including Lash Blast Cleantopia Mascara in Extreme Black and one of our favourite lip glosses on the market (swear!), Clean Fresh Yummy Gloss in 200 Laugh-vender.

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Lana Del Rey

 

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Makeup artist Etienne Ortega used Charlotte Tilbury products, like the beloved Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes Mascara, on Lana Del Rey, completing the singer’s signature sultry gaze — made extra sultry thanks to Lana’s new fringe, courtesy of hairstylist Anna Cofone.

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Miley Cyrus

 

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“For Miley at the Grammys I wanted her to glow like a golden goddess, a touchable beauty,” writes makeup artist James Kaliardos, who used Pat McGrath Labs on the first-time Grammy award-winner. “The end result is just gorgeous with perfected shapes and a tonal palette with golden goddess punctuations.”

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Victoria Monet

 

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Makeup artist Alexander Echeverri used MAC Cosmetics MACximal Lipstick in “Kinda Sexy” paired with Chestnut lip liner, for Monet’s perfect nude lip. Shop the pairing and recreate the versatile look yourself.

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SZA

 

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“Today is such a major celebration; SZA truly radiates inside out and I wanted the makeup to reflect that,” writes makeup artist Deanna Paley. “The most nominated artist and I created her signature captivating cat eye with a touch of gold to pair with her stunning dress.” Paley used Pat McGrath products, like the Mothership V: Bronze Seduction Palette.

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Tyla

 

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“This look was inspired by Tyla’s glowing and natural signature style,” says Matthew Fishman, the makeup artist behind Tyla’s glam. Fishman used Pat McGrath Labs Divine Blush: Legendary Glow Colour Balm in “Forbidden Fleur” for the singer’s otherworldly glow, and a combo of Vaseline body cream, oil and lotion, to extend Tyla’s radiance below the neck.

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Lainey Wilson

 

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“My inspiration was Bridget Bardot, but with a modern twist in keeping radiance, dimension and color in the skin,” says makeup artist Nikki DeRoest. “I love using these products because I know they stay all day and don’t transfer onto clothes, and have the most beautiful finish.”

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Ice Spice

 

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Makeup artist Karina Milan turned to Charlotte Tilbury products, like Hollywood Flawless Filter 2.5, to achieve the beautiful finish on Ice Spice’s complexion at the Grammys.

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Janelle Monáe

 

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Makeup artist Keita Morre used L’Oréal Paris products to achieve Janelle Monáe’s stunning winged liner and nude lip. The star of the show? Infallible Grip Mechanical Gel Liner in “Black.”

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Back in 2018, I actually wrote a story for FASHION about the cultural obsession surrounding sleep — or more precisely, getting the most and best sleep possible. I didn’t get it. “Like a child passionately avoiding nap time,” I wrote (side note: this is suddenly a triggering analogy because I now have my own toddler and the thought of a skipped nap is bone-chilling), “I will happily be awakened any time, anyplace […] I welcome any interruptions from the — pardon the pun — snoozefest that is slumber.”

I know what you’re thinking: Now that I’m a parent, don’t I feel sooo silly for once implying that sleep was boring? Nope. As it turns out, I’m less interested in sleep than ever before. Instead, I’ve become utterly obsessed with milking every second of free time I get. Between working full-time (and then some), walking the dog, daycare pickup and the absolute chaos that is weeknight evenings with a toddler (IYKYK), when everyone’s finally fed and asleep, the last thing I want to do is call the day quits. Not when there are hours of TikTok to finally be consumed, reality TV to be binged, creepy domestic thrillers to be read, late-night existential crises to be had, and so on and so forth.

So as you can imagine, my lengthy evening to-do list doesn’t leave me with a ton of time for a comprehensive beauty routine. But I do want to disguise the fact that I’m a sleep-indifferent monster, which means that over the years, I’ve found the quickest, most effective beauty products that work while you sleep, so I don’t have to spend my precious evenings primping and priming.

Without further ado, you can shop my picks for the absolute best beauty products that work while you sleep, so you can get back to your own pressing evening activities, whatever they may be. See ya on the dark side!

Amika Dream Routine Overnight Repair Mask

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Formulated with a trio of moisture-retaining ingredients (hyaluronic acid, bio-fermented coconut water and polyglutamic acid), thanks to this hydration trifecta, you’ll wake up with hair that’s three times (!) more hydrated than it was the night before.

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment

If you’re looking for a noticeable difference in the texture of your skin immediately, this is the mask for you. Thanks to this AHA-packed formula, your skin will feel smooth and renewed the next morning. Promise.

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Kate Somerville EradiKate Overnight Lotion

Formulated with 2% salicylic acid and retinol, this acne-treatment works while you snooze, so you can target blemishes without doing, well, anything. Immediate add to cart.

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Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair Serum in Cream Treatment

If your skin is feeling irritated, inflamed, or reactive by the time bedtime rolls around (due to stress, environmental factors, or your evening glass of red wine), a swipe of this skin barrier-boosting, microbiome-balancing, calming treatment will work wonders overnight.

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Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment

Made with encapsulated retinal (meaning it’s wrapped in a protective coating and is only released once passed the skin’s surface, which is twice as effective as free retinal), this serum allows for enhanced stability and targeted delivery, so you can wake up with more supple skin.

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Bumble and bumble Bb. While You Sleep Overnight Damage Repair Masque

Why is hair damage so much more noticeable at night? If you’ve spotted a few split ends that weren’t there last week, throw on this hair mask and rinse it out in the morning. No fuss, no muss.

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belif Aqua Bomb Overnight Lip Mask with Shea Butter

Who among us isn’t feeling the effects of the cold, dry winter air right now? Our lips often take the hardest hit this season, so show them some love with a hydrating mask that visibly restores dry, chapped lips.

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philosophy Hope In a Jar Skin Resurrection Overnight Power Hydrator

This mega-hydrator is clinically proven to boost skin’s nightly cell renewal cycle so that by morning, skin appears deeply hydrated and refreshed.

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Grown Alchemist Soothing and Softening Vanilla, Orange Peel and Vitamin E Hand Cream

Even if you’re not a hand cream girlie, you’ll love this blend of botanicals and nourishing plant oils that absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave your hands feeling greasy or get all over your silk pillowcase. You’ll wake up with softer-than-ever hands and cuticles.

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Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch

Pimples, be gone. When it comes to beauty products that work while you sleep, there are few as thrilling as a pimple patch. Who can resist the satisfaction of pulling one off in the morning to find a dot of gunk in the centre of the patch? There’s nothing better.

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Amanda Seyfried

With hairstylist Renato Campora and makeup artist Kate Lee in charge of glam, it’s no wonder Amanda Seyfried’s Golden Globes 2024 beauty look is so major. Featuring a bold purple smoky eye (to match her dress) and sleek, old Hollywood waves, Seyfried’s look is simultaneously modern yet totally timeless.

Hailee Steinfeld

Makeup artist to the stars Ash K Holm teamed up with hairstylist Ricky Fraser to create Hailee Steinfeld’s gorgeous look for the evening. A beautiful updo and nude lip perfectly complemented Steinfeld’s full brows and matte skin, for a finished look that screams ’90s supermodel.

Margot Robbie

The flowing hair, the pink lip gloss, the bronzed skin — what’s not to love about our Barbie’s Golden Globes 2024 beauty look? Celebrity colorist Jacob Schwartz used Olaplex products to keep Margot Robbie‘s blonde highlighted strands healthy and shiny. “I coined the term ‘spun with gold’ because the hair looks lit from within, where it’s all cohesively lighter,” says Schwartz. “There are still highlights and there’s still dimension, but it looks more effortless. We’ve gradually gone blonder with Margot, but we’ve been touching it up and keeping it fresh and bright.”

Skai Jackson

Proof that you can really never go wrong with a metallic smoky eye, loads of lashes and long, flowing waves. Thank you, Skai Jackson, for the much-needed reminder.

Florence Pugh

 

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Leave it to our short ‘do queen Florence Pugh to show up to the Golden Globes with yet another look we want to copy immediately. Hairstylist Adir Abergel created the perfect faux hawk-meets-pompadour on Pugh, while makeup artist Alex Babsky used Valentino makeup for her flawless, natural-glam beat.

Andra Day

Latte makeup, anyone? Bronzed, beautiful and glowing, Andra Day’s makeup is a 10 out of 10.

Dua Lipa

We’re still enamoured with Dua Lipa‘s vibrant red strands, which is why we’re obsessed with this Golden Globes 2024 beauty look. The glowy, natural makeup (heavy on the blush) doesn’t hurt, either.

Greta Lee

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Makeup artist Naoko Scintu used Sisley Paris makeup on Best Actress in a Limited Series nominee Greta Lee. Lee’s glam included a soft pink lip and an all-over, lit-from-within glow we’ll be thinking about for days. Hairstylist Jenny Cho finished the look with sleek retro-glam waves.

Issa Rae

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Makeup artist Joanna Simkin used Charlotte Tilbury makeup and skincare products to transform Issa Rae into a glowing golden goddess. Quite fitting for the Golden Globes, non?

Pom Klementieff

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Former FASHION cover star Pom Klementieff‘s brown smoky eye and nude lip combo was courtesy of celebrity makeup artist Mary Wiles, who used NARS product to achieve the timeless look. Paired with Klementieff’s chic bleached blonde pixie cut, styled by Marcia Lee, this is a beauty look we won’t soon forget.

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Since then, Jefcoate has amassed almost four million followers across both platforms (Instagram, as we know, did not die), and she continues to share a combination of her daily outfits — often mixing high-end designer items with goth staples like latex bustiers and leather harnesses — in-the-know beauty routine, regular nail art appointments and frequent visits to the tattoo parlour. Ah, yes…the tattoos. Covered from neck to toe in colourful traditional-style designs like anchors, snakes and hearts, Jefcoate has become TikTok’s most beloved heavily tattooed high-fashion girlie.

“I got into alternative music in my teens, and it completely shaped who I am,” she says. “A lot of the band members I looked up to were heavily tattooed, and I was like, ‘I want that.’ The perception of being inked is different now, but back then, tattoo magazines were on the top shelf of newsstands so I couldn’t even get to them without looking like I was reaching for porn. [Laughs] I thought tattoos were so badass, and I immediately knew I didn’t want just one — I wanted to be covered. I was a goth kid, and it just made sense to me, aesthetically, to cover myself in tattoos.”

When it comes to ink, people generally fall into one of two categories: those who require each and every piece to have a sentimental story behind it and those who absolutely do not. Jefcoate says she belongs firmly and happily in the latter group. “I don’t need them to have meaning,” she says. “If something looks cool, I get it.” Her very first tattoo, which she got at age 17, was a sprinkling of stars. Her only requirement was that they be visible. “I got them on my wrist because I wanted something I could see every day.”

One thing her new aesthetic has provided, says Jefcoate, is a sense of belonging. “Although my tattoos don’t individually have meaning, being tattooed has a lot of depth to me. It makes me feel like I have found myself,” she says. “And even though people have bullied me because of my tattoos, the clothes I wear and the bands I listen to, tattoos just mean everything; they have completely changed me. I am happy. That feels deep to me.”

Jefcoate is fascinated by the shift in society’s perception of tattoos (more than 40 per cent of millennials have at least one), a change she largely credits to heavily inked David Beckham — at least in England, where she is based. “People are walking around with neck tattoos now!” she says. “There was a time when I’d see a heavily tattooed person and stupidly assume they liked the same type of music as I do. I’d go over to chat and realize ‘Oh no, you’re just tattooed.’”

Jefcoate says that acceptance of women being inked from head to toe is still lagging behind (“Of course,” she says with an eye roll), particularly in the fashion industry. And even though by all accounts she is a fashion and beauty content creator, she insists that these industries haven’t warmed up to her quite yet. “I’ve been welcomed by TikTok with open arms — but not by the fashion and beauty industries. Well, maybe a bit by beauty brands, which are a bit more open-minded. After all, makeup can be washed off so it’s more of an artistic, creative community.”

But fashion? “It’s not a space where I’m accepted at all,” says Jefcoate, who recounts how she regularly gets rejected from the fashion brands she reaches out to for potential social media partnerships. “Their response is always ‘Something’s not quite right’ — even after my agent shows them concrete data of what I can sell. I know my followers assume that I’m being gifted the fashion items I share, but that’s just not the case. Those big fashion houses have built incredible businesses that they’re protective of, so they’re not interested in someone like me. Maybe that’ll change in time, but I’m not holding my breath.”

Below, the must-have beauty products Sammi Jefcoate swears by.

Chanel Rouge Coco Baume Hydrating Conditioning Lip Balm

“Absolutely worth its price point. It’s hydrating but not sticky. Just the best lip balm.”

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Kosas Revealer Super Creamy + Brightening Concealer

“I love this concealer. It was introduced to me by TikTok.”

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Medik8 r-Retinoate Day & Night Eye Serum

“Ridiculously underrated. I don’t see anyone talking about it, but it’s so good.”

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Victoria Beckham Lip Definer in “02”

“This is a hero product for me.”

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Le Labo Another 13

“Another 13 is my go-to fragrance.”

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Christian Dior Ambre Nuit

“Lately I’ve been pairing Another 13 with Ambre Nuit. It’s the most beautiful slightly masculine, woody, ambery combination.”

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Later that night, Mackey hosts a candlelit dinner toasting the launch of Goddess. The intimate affair takes place in the middle of a clearing in the forest, overlooking the English countryside, and features a mysterious vapour wafting through the air that turns out to be the new fragrance being sprayed out from among the trees. The result is a dreamy, foggy setting that smells sweet and woody — enchanted fairy-tale-core at its finest.

Goddess is a vanilla-forward eau de parfum featuring an unheard-of trio of vanilla notes: vanilla-infusion top notes, vanilla-caviar heart notes (created with a patented and sustainable new extraction process that doesn’t use water or other solvents, thus producing a powerful and undiluted form of vanilla) and vanilla-absolute base notes. Lavender, ginger and cocoa round out the fragrance profile. “Vanilla is usually only found in base notes,” says Amandine Clerc-Marie, the nose behind the fragrance, adding that formulating Goddess was a revolutionary process for her as a perfumer — one that changed her mind about how vanilla could be used. “I got to really play with vanilla and feature it throughout the entire perfume.”

Clerc-Marie’s starting point for formulating Goddess was the idea of “powerful kindness.” She says that aside from vanilla’s nostalgic warmth, the pod itself provided plenty of inspiration. “Visualize a vanilla bean; it protects its wonderful black pearls like they’re treasures. There’s something very kind about it, like a woman protecting her kids or a lioness protecting her cubs.”

It’s a nod to the Burberry Goddess campaign, which shows Mackey running with lionesses — a simple-yet-stunning commercial that the actor describes as “epic.” Mackey says she was drawn to Goddess’s vanilla-soaked formula because she was reminded of her mom’s baking. “My family has a very specific secret cookie recipe that we’re all crazy about,” she says. “And I’ve always loved the action of scraping vanilla seeds out of the pods. It’s very satisfying.”

With this latest launch, Burberry ushers in a new era of vanilla — one that’s less sticky-sweet and more complex than the icing-scented sprays we doused ourselves in as teens perusing fragrance counters at the mall. Instead, Goddess is mature, radiant, bold, nuanced and, yes, nostalgic. After all, “vanilla is a universal addiction,” says Clerc-Marie.

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Mutyala is celebrating Live Tinted’s five-year anniversary, but she is quick to point out that it’s been “five years for the brand but a lifetime of manifestation [for her].” Prior to launching Live Tinted, Mutyala was doing “the influencer thing,” and before that, she worked in the corporate side of the beauty industry. But she rose to fame after her second-ever YouTube video (2015’s “How to Cover Dark Under Eye Circles”), which showed her using red lipstick as an undereye colour corrector, went viral, racking up 10 million views.

 

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Shortly after, she launched a digital platform — also called Live Tinted — to celebrate diversity in beauty and encourage fellow women of colour (Mutyala is of Indian descent herself) to share their makeup tips and questions. “When I launched the online community, I knew I wanted to one day create a line of beauty products, so it was kind of like a focus group,” she says. “But the conversations had to be organic; I didn’t want to launch a brand just to launch something. So I asked this group of women of colour what their biggest beauty concern was, and 98 per cent said it was hyperpigmentation. It quickly became obvious that there was a gap to fill in the market.”

In May 2019, Live Tinted officially made the transition from a digital platform to a beauty brand, with the launch of its first product, Huestick Color Corrector, a multi-use colour stick that can be worn on lips, eyes and cheeks and, of course, as an undereye colour corrector. Since then, the company has launched bronzers, liners, brushes and highlighters — just to name a few. The robust lineup is especially impressive considering the founder had “no mentor, no guidance, no incubator, nothing.” “I built Live Tinted from scratch — what I did have was the most delusional confidence,” jokes Mutyala. “I had such an insane level of ambition and drive that I don’t think anything could have stopped me.”

“I want Live Tinted to be so big that it just normalizes the brown girl coexisting with everyone else in the beauty industry.”

Growing up in a predominantly white neighbourhood in Texas, Mutyala spent her teen years experimenting with wearing blue contact lenses and putting blond streaks in her hair in an attempt to look more like her peers. She says founding Live Tinted has helped her speak to, and heal, her younger self. “I hated myself for so much of my life because I didn’t feel beautiful. Because girls can see themselves in Live Tinted and now in retailers like Sephora, they’re able to say ‘I’m beautiful, because this retailer that stands for beauty is showcasing people who look like me.’ I know it because I feel it, too.”

The end goal, says Mutyala, is for the brand to be so massive that its commitment to diversity and inclusion isn’t novel. “Live Tinted isn’t called, like, Brown Girl Makeup,” she says. “I wanted it to always centre brown women — and I think we do that with every decision, every product, every campaign — but I want Live Tinted to be so big that it just normalizes the brown girl coexisting with everyone else in the beauty industry.”

The latest launch is the Hueskin Serum Concealer, a product that has been many years in the making. “Man, I wish people knew what goes into making a product that has 20 shades,” laughs Mutyala. She says the formula had to be perfect because of “what this product means to the community.” “Us young brown girls never had the right concealer shade,” she explains. “We always had to mix products or deal with our moms and aunties telling us to use a lighter shade because lighter skin was considered more beautiful. Entering the complexion category as a brand that has always tried to change the narrative around colourism, we had to do it right. I did not take this launch lightly.”

 

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Mutyala’s commitment to Live Tinted’s mission radiates through the screen. She seems hyper-focused and clear-headed, which she reveals is the result of a recently implemented pared-back work schedule. This summer, she hired a leadership team to help her navigate Live Tinted’s expansion, allowing her space and time to ideate and plan for the future. “I’m setting boundaries for the first time, because I’ve done the hustle and grind for a decade now,” she says. “I’m just now, in my 30s, learning basic life skills like how to cook, how to date, how to take care of a home — things that other people learned in their 20s. I couldn’t prioritize them then because I was building a brand, which is OK; I’m trying to be kind to myself about it. The company had to be 150 per cent of my focus then to get it to where it is today.”

It’s this intensity and determination that has led to Live Tinted’s success, but the pressure and weight on Mutyala’s shoulders is obvious as she speaks about the sacrifices she’s made. “Because I have a purpose-driven brand, there’s a heaviness that comes with the decisions I make,” she says. “It sometimes slows down other parts of the business. I know that other brands exist without putting so much emphasis on the purpose of what they do. They’re like: ‘Here is a product. It is what it is.’ And not all companies have to exist for a purpose. But I wouldn’t be proud to be the founder or CEO of that type of company.”

Below are Deepica Mutyala’s tried-and-true beauty favourites.

Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair

“This is a cream I swear by; I always have it on my nightstand. It leaves my skin intensely moisturized, and I wake up glowy every time I use it.”

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Live Tinted Hueskin Serum Concealer

“A lot of concealers are being released right now, but I know the girl who spends her dollars on Live Tinted waited for our concealer. I’m so proud of this formula; it’s lightweight, full-coverage and loaded with skincare ingredients.”

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Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo

“Since I began using this, my hair has never felt stronger or healthier.”

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Henry Rose Windows Down Eau de Parfum

“This scent is amazing! Plus, the travel size is really easy to throw into a bag.”

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Fable & Mane HoliRoots Hair Oil

“I love oiling my hair. I grew up with my mom doing it for me, and now it’s one of my favourite self-care rituals.”

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When Mya dials in, she’s one week away from her Toronto show and is calling from Germany, where she’s set to hit the stage before making her way to Canada. This year, the “Case Of The Ex (Whatcha Gonna Do)” singer celebrates 25 years in the music industry, and to commemorate the milestone, she launched deluxe editions of both her Mya and Moodring albums.

 

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When Mya’s eponymous debut album dropped in 1998, the young artist appeared on the album cover sporting a true-to-the-’90s brown lip, with a cascade of curls peaking out beneath a brown bucket hat. When I ask if she’d always embraced her curls, she tells me her hair was once a source of insecurity, as she was often teased about her “different” curly texture.

“I worked so hard to try to figure out what products to use to ‘tame’ my hair because it was considered, at the time, unruly,” she explains. As the budding musician found a home in the arts, she says she felt “uplifted” about who she was and how her hair looked. “I eventually embraced my hair in my later teen years, when I was around healthier environments through the arts. We weren’t focused on vanity and exterior but more so a common goal,” Mya explains. “Being around healthy, positive-minded individuals that aren’t focused on vanity usually comes with less insecurity and ignorance.”

These days, Mya uses her hair as a form of self-expression. “Hair speaks volumes. Literally,” she laughs. “As an entertainer, I’m conveying art, and art is spoken in so many different ways and mediums, from colour palettes to hairstyles.”

 

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“The entertainment [industry] often requires you to show up as a character that you may not always be in your personal life,” says Mya. One of her favourite looks to sport on stage? A classic ponytail that keeps her hair out of her face. From loc and braid ponytails to natural and drawstring ponies in a variety of hues, lengths, and textures, Mya has mastered the art of the performance pony. “It’s my go-to, and I don’t necessarily need a hairstylist for it. It keeps the budget down,” she laughs.

Though folks often looks to celebrities for hair inspiration, Mya feels that many trends sparked by stars over the years stem from culture and reference things that have long been documented in history books and art. “Then, we see these looks show up, possibly in a music video, and we take it and make it our own.”

 

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As the natural hair movement has progressed, the singer says social media has sparked healthy hair conversations between women around the world. Mya says with this conversation comes increased self-awareness. “We sometimes try to achieve an unrealistic, ever-changing standard of beauty, when really, the hair that we were born with is ‘good hair’,” says Mya, who performed at Frizz Fest — a natural beauty festival designed to promote self-love through hair — this summer.

 

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Mya’s concerns with hair health and overall wellness are a natural extension of her commitment to the vegan lifestyle. She first went vegan in 2014, and launched her own vegan transition guide for fans in 2018. In 2017, she walked the Grammy Awards red carpet in head-to-toe, cruelty-free attire. In the years since, she has remained vocal about her lifestyle choices via social media.

After 25 years in the spotlight, Mya continues to prove, through a plethora of philanthropic endeavours, that she is much more than just a musician.

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Hughes is calling from her home in Brooklyn, and her face appears on my screen while she’s mid-makeup application, applying the finishing touches to her radiant skin (courtesy of her very first product launch, KJH.Brand’s Hyper Shine High Lite Kit, made up of an illuminating pigment available in four shades, a clear serum and a brush) first thing on a cold Monday morning.

We chat about makeup (duh) and I tell her I’m having trouble with the lasting power of the cream and sheer tint products in my routine. “I need to ask some questions,” she says. “First, what concealer are you using?” I tell her and after a second of rustling sounds behind the camera, Hughes holds up a handful of products, including the very concealer I’ve just named.

And we’re off. Suddenly she is swatching and blending, demonstrating each step on her face and on the back of her hands as she goes.

 

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“The reason I wanted to create a brand in the first place was because not a lot of brands are actually educating consumers on how to use their products,” says Hughes. “There are so many nuances to why makeup works and doesn’t work. Every brand is like, ‘Here’s a mascara. You already know how to put this on, don’t you?’ But do people really know? Like, if someone’s mascara is transferring under their eyes, is it the mascara that’s the problem? Or is it the eye cream they’re using?”

Ironically, Hughes says her “lightbulb moment” occurred when someone sent her a DM asking for a tutorial on how to put mascara on. “I replied and said, ‘Wait, what do you mean?’” laughs Hughes. “They were like, ‘You know, how to really put mascara on. How do you get to the root of the lash? How do you make them fan out?’”

The encounter was a reminder that when it comes to makeup (and most other things) there truly are no dumb questions. Her willingness to roll up her sleeves and really meet people where they are in their makeup routines and knowledge level — so that she can help them determine their best course of action — has undoubtedly contributed to her impressive social media following (884,000 on Instagram and 180,000 on TikTok).

Hughes’ approach to showcasing even the most editorial makeup looks and techniques is refreshingly patient and informative. Remember your favourite high school math teacher who somehow explained calculus in a way that made it just click, after no one else could? Hughes is that teacher in the world of makeup. “It’s really humbling that people have a certain level of comfort with me,” says Hughes. “I think education and helping people really understand how to use a product is advocating for them.”

 

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And if you’ve come to Hughes’ page for the makeup tutorials, you’ve probably stayed for the playfulness and overall positive vibes. This is at least in part because, like many beauty industry pros, Hughes’ own history with makeup began with her mother. A stay-at-home mom during the week and a singer on weekends, Hughes’ mom would transform every Thursday night.

“Watching that transformation from her being mom, into this glamazon wearing a beautiful bold red lip — perfectly applied without a mirror, by the way — loads of bronzer, and the blackest, thickest mascara… it was just very iconic,” she says. “I understood from a young age how makeup can transform and completely change your mood, your energy, everything.”

 

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Shop the products used in some of Hughes’ makeup looks below.

Rose Inc Solar Infusion Moisturizing Cream Bronzer

A cream bronzer formulated with rose oil and squalane to hydrate and revitalize skin, plus tourmaline and quartz so you get a luminous finish without any shimmer, this is an especially great pick for winter, when skin could always use some extra hydration and radiance.

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Tower 28 Beauty BeachPlease Lip + Cheek Cream Blush in “Happy Hour”

The TikTok-famous multitasking balm is available in eight gorgeous, versatile shades and can be used on lips and cheeks for an effortless hint of colour.

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Rituel de Fille The Black Orb Eyeliner

This rich cream formula is made with natural ingredients and provides a semi-matte finish in the blackest of black shades. Blend it out for a more diffused finish or apply with a small angled brush for an extra-sharp, precise wing.

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Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil Brow, Eye & Lip Liner in “Endless Cacao”

The perfect brown shade that can be used on your brows, eyes or lips, this is a makeup kit staple.

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KJH.Brand Hyper Shine High Lite Kit in “Lite Gold”

Hughes’ famously luminous skin is thanks to KJH.Brand’s Hyper Shine High Lite Kits. Shop from the four shades available (bronze, copper, gold and pink) and prepare to glow like never before.

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Just when you thought there couldn’t possibly be bigger news in Harry Styles-land than the singer shaving his head, Styles’ beauty and lifestyle brand, Pleasing, has entered the world of fragrance. Pleasing by Harry Styles launched two years ago with six unisex nail polishes before adding skincare products, colour pigments, accessories and more.

As of today, you can explore the brand’s first foray into fragrances with the launch of three scents: Closeness (a warm, woody musk with notes of cardamom, cashmere woods and bamboo), Bright Hot (a potent amber scent with notes of vanilla, tobacco, plum and cedarwood), and Rivulets (a fresh second-skin-like blend of white linen, lemon and black pepper).

The trio of scents were produced in collaboration with perfumer Jerôme Épinette (the nose behind the iconic line of Byredo scents) and fragrance house Robertet.

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Ssense’s Holiday Beauty Bag is here

Ssense’s Holiday Beauty Bag dropped on November 16 and it’s an instant must-have! Inside the exclusive By Far tote are 24 self-care products (a combination of full-size and sample size).

Brands featured in the holiday tote include La Mer, Aesop, Humanrace, Valmont, Oribe and more. Hurry up and snag this luxury beauty-filled tote, retailing for $250, as it’s sure to sell out fast.

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Sustainable shopping pop-up The Laneway has opened in Toronto

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A group of five Canadian, women-founded brands have come together to launch a sustainable shopping pop-up called The Laneway, running from now until December 17th. Located at 198 Walnut Avenue in Toronto, shoppers can browse offerings from makeup brand 19/99 Beauty, skincare brand Ember Wellness, waterless hair and body care brand Everist, refillable candle brand Everly, and refillable home care brand Guests on Earth.

The brands have teamed up with recycling initiative TerraCycle to encourage visitors to bring personal care and beauty empties to be properly recycled through the TerraCycle program. A bag of recyclable empties will entitle shoppers to $10 off a purchase of $50 or more, from November 17 to 19. This weekend, The Laneway will also be offering workshops and experiences such as candle-making, aromatherapy, facials and hair treatments.

The newest addition to the Nina Ricci fragrance family has landed

Meet Nina Le Parfum, the newest member of the Nina Ricca fragrance family, a bold fragrance that opens with a trio of apple notes mixed with zesty lemon, before moving into floral middle notes and finally amber wood and vanilla base notes.

Nina Le Parfum is made with at least 90 per cent natural origins, and uses upcycled lemon (citrus fruits that have been rejected from the food industry due to their size or appearance and have been repurposed and used in their entirety — zero waste! — for perfumery).

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“We’re seeing a shift away from makeup defined by seasons and structure,” says makeup artist Veronica Chu. “When it comes to wearing pastels, look for products that are long-lasting. Because these are softer shades, you want them to last and not fade throughout the day. Eyeshadow primers are a great way to ensure this.” To pull off the look, Chu suggests sticking to one or two pastel eyeshadows at a time. “These soft shades can easily blend together and turn into a different colour entirely.”

A common concern with pastel makeup is how quickly and easily it can go from soft to juvenile. (Remember your first makeup kit from the toy store? Pastels galore.) To ensure that the look is elevated, not elementary, opt for matte finishes, says Violette Serrat, a makeup artist and Guerlain’s creative director of makeup. “A shimmery pastel can veer toward childish territory, while a matte finish looks more mature.” For some contrast in textures, opt for ultra-dewy skin. And Serrat recommends finishing any pastel eye makeup look with mascara. “Otherwise, you can erase your features,” she says. “So, black mascara — always.”

Chu cautions that “pastels with shimmer can accentuate fine lines or wrinkles and may actually make your eyes appear smaller or create a shape you may not desire. Poppier pastels with no shimmer will look cleaner and more modern.” And because no makeup look is complete without blush, both pros suggest (what else?) pink blush as the cherry on top of your sweet-as-pie look. “I love pink blush and pastel eyeshadow together,” says Chu. “There’s something very angelic about the pairing.”

Shop these pastel-hued eyeshadows and eyeliners to add some softness to your look this winter.

Gucci Stylo Contour Des Yeux Long-Lasting Kohl Liner in “Céleste”

With its creamy texture and waterproof finish, Gucci’s Stylo Contour Des Yeux Long-Lasting Kohl Liner in “Céleste” allows you to head out for the day and not worry about your baby blue liner slipping and sliding around all day.

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Freck Beauty Shadow Slide Long-Wear H20 Shadow Stick in “Algae Babe”

Leave it to Cool Girl beauty brand Freck (the company behind our OG fave faux freckle pen) to come through with the green eyeshadow stick of our dreams. Blend it out over your whole lid, tap it along your lash line, or swipe on a green cat eye; the Freck Beauty Shadow Slide Long-Wear H20 Shadow Stick in “Algae Babe” is as versatile as it is eye-catching.

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Glossier No. 1 Pencil Eyeliner in “Ochre”

Glossier’s beloved No. 1 Pencil Eyeliners come in many gorgeous pastel shades (like lavender and light teal—plus classics like black and brown, of course) but we’re partial to this show-stopping canary yellow hue.

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Annabelle Waterline Matte Kohl Eyeliner in “Lavender”

Live out your ultimate cotton candy dreams with Annabelle’s Waterline Matte Kohl Eyeliner in the shade “Lavender.” Formulated specifically for the waterline, you can apply this pencil without worrying about watery, sensitive eyes, or smudging and running.

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Guerlain Ombres G Eyeshadow Quad in “Majestic Rose”

Prefer to slowly ease into the pastel eyeshadow trend? The shade “Majestic Rose” from Guerlain’s Ombres G Eyeshadow Quad is a foolproof bet. The soft pink shade is the perfect way to dip a toe into the wonderful world of pastels.

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Nyx Jumbo Eye Pencil in “Macaroon”

Nyx’s Jumbo Eye Pencils are bright, versatile, blendable and available in 16 shades. Our pick? “Macaroon,” a stunning mint shade that will add a pop of colour to any look.

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Enter fragrance layering. “Layering scents is about being creative with what you have,” says TikTok content creator Noelle (@_iamnoelle), who teaches her 45,000 followers how to effectively mix and match perfumes. She says they began messaging her after being disappointed with fragrances they’d ordered online without having sniffed them first. (The practice has become increasingly common, with a whopping 773 million global consumers relying on e-commerce platforms to get their fragrance fix.)

“They’d want to essentially ‘correct’ the smell,” says Noelle. “Maybe it was too citrusy, too woody or not sweet enough for their taste. Layering can help cover up certain notes of a perfume or make others stronger.” Noelle’s go-to method is combining scents with similar or complementary notes. (Her favourite pairings are vanilla and coffee, lime and coconut and jasmine and musk.) But, she insists, there are no rules. “It all comes down to personal taste.”

Gone are the days of having a signature scent that makes a daily appearance. Instead, fragrance wearers — especially Gen Z consumers, who have grown accustomed to a unique-to-them beauty routine — are opting to combine different scents to create something entirely new and one-of-a-kind. “Developing a perfume is something many of us dream of doing,” says Noelle of the #PerfumeTok community. “Layering fragrances is the closest we can get to creating our own unique scent.”

After all, the chances of walking into a party wearing the same perfume as someone else are relatively high, especially if the scent in question is particularly popular or buzzy. But the chances of wearing the same multiple fragrances as someone else? Nearly non-existent.

These editor-approved pairings blend new launches with current faves for combos that feel totally fresh and new.

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Aqua Media Cologne Forte paired with Skylar Salt Air Eau de Parfum

With its notes of verbena, bergamot and sweet fennel, Aqua Media is a tangy and vibrant aromatic that almost sparkles and fizzes upon first spray. Pair it with Salt Air, a sea-inspired fragrance with notes of driftwood, green seaweed and water lily. You’ll smell like you spent a sun-soaked day in the ocean, no matter the time of year.

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The 7 Virtues Lotus Pear Eau de Parfum paired with Hermès Tutti Twilly Eau de Parfum

Some fragrances take a while to introduce themselves to you, peeling back their layers slowly. Others arrive in a more explosive fashion that demands immediate attention. Hermès’ newest launch falls into the latter category. A cheerful, spritzy blend of ginger and lychee that bursts onto skin, Tutti Twilly is the perfect companion to The 7 Virtues’s Lotus Pear, a bright blend of peach, pear and mandarin that is as fresh and sweet as it is graceful. Together, these fruit-forward scents soar.

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Gucci Flora Gorgeous Magnolia Eau de Parfum paired with Ellis Brooklyn Myth Eau de Parfum

Not sure a sweet, floral scent is very you? Try pairing it with a clean musk. On its own, Gucci’s Flora Gorgeous Magnolia is a delectable combination of magnolias and dewberries. But when it’s paired with Ellis Brooklyn’s Myth — a subtle scent inspired by freshly washed sheets and warm skin — the result is the olfactory equivalent of adding a drop of highlighter to your foundation: sheer and luminous.

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“I grew up on the east side of Amsterdam, which is a neighbourhood known for its diversity,” says Hammam proudly, over a Zoom call. The 27-year-old is chatting from her New York City apartment, which she describes as an eclectic and colourful homage to her heritage. Hammam says Moroccan dishes, rich oud incense and Arabic music are constants in her home and names legendary Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum as one of her favourite artists. “Her lyrics are like poetry, and when I’m in my feelings, she is definitely on my playlist,” says Hammam. “Growing up, I was exposed to so many cultures, and I think that really impacted my view of the world. I see beauty in everything.”

This perspective has certainly taken her far. Earlier this year, Hammam was announced as the newest face of Estée Lauder, making her the brand’s first Afro-Arab ambassador. It’s a full-circle moment for the model. “When I was eight years old, I was shopping with my mom and we saw this big Estée Lauder billboard featuring [Ethiopian model] Liya Kebede,” says Hammam. “I remember thinking, ‘Whoa, this woman kind of looks like me.’” At the time, Kebede had signed on to be the first Black model to front an Estée Lauder campaign. “It was the type of representation I needed to see.”

Fast-forward another eight years, when a then-16-year-old Hammam began modelling in New York City and was once again faced with a lack of representation. “No one knew how to do my hair,” she recalls. “I would have to straighten it before going to a job or a casting because my natural texture wasn’t really accepted.” Soon, Hammam realized she needed to become the representation she wanted to see. “I was so over it. I woke up one day and said, ‘I’m done.’ I showed up to all my castings with my big natural curls. I had to really find the confidence to be like: ‘Nope, I’m not going to change for you. This is my hair.’”

Confidence like that was impressive for such a young model, but Hammam was certainly not lacking in the strong female role model department growing up. One of six kids in a blended family, she says her older sister was “like a second mom.” And then there’s her first mom, who Hammam references several times throughout our conversation. To describe them as close feels like it would be a wild understatement. In fact, nearly every topic brings us back to Hammam’s mom, a woman she describes as “iconic” and “a trendsetter.” Her pure joy when talking about her mother is palpable — even through a laptop screen. “She was a North African Arab woman who moved to the Netherlands in the ’70s. She was so strong. She still has this confidence and glow about her. Whenever I walk into a room, I try to channel her,” says Hammam, grinning from ear to ear. “She introduced me to the hammam spa experience, shared her recipes for DIY beauty, showed me how to use essential oils and gave me Moroccan scrubs for my body and argan oil for my hair. To this day, my mom will call me and say ‘You have to use honey; put it all over your face,’” laughs Hammam, who, at this point, is fully beaming. “Just thinking about her makes me so happy.”

Hammam tells me about her beloved mother’s killer style, describing childhood memories of watching her get glammed up in her signature red lipstick, gold hoops and braids. “She was — and definitely still is — a maximalist who liked to pull out full looks.” After our call, I’m still thinking about Hammam’s descriptions of her vibrant family matriarch, so I browse through the model’s social media and find joy-filled photos of the two together. As I continue scrolling, I’m touched by what else I see: selfies and behind-the-scenes shots of the supermodel looking radiant and confident. In many of them, she’s wearing red lipstick, gold hoops and braids.

Here, Imaan Hammam shares her tried-and-true beauty essentials.

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum

This is so hydrating and leaves my skin glowing. I use it every morning and night.”

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Christophe Robin Luscious Curl Defining Cream With Chia Seed Oil

“This is my go-to hair product to keep my curls looking good.”

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Heritage Store Rosewater Refreshing Facial Mist

“I love a spritz of rosewater to refresh and hydrate my skin throughout the day.”

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Le Labo Santal 26 Classic Candle

“Candles keep me feeling calm and relaxed. I light one as part of my evening ritual.”

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Cliganic 100% Pure & Natural Argan Oil

“I buy mine when I’m in Morocco and apply it everywhere — face, body and hair.”

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Darphin Rose Aromatic Care

“I use rose oil after applying my serum each day. It keeps my skin feeling soft and hydrated and smells amazing.”

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But did you know that as your clothes shift and evolve for the season, so, too, should your skincare routine? Take inspiration from your wardrobe and opt for thicker textures and multiple layers for extra protection. Intentional layering of hydrating elixirs like serums, creams and balms will lock in much-needed moisture, ensuring that it doesn’t escape from your skin barrier.

“In the winter, skin is more prone to dehydration, which can present as dryness, cracking and eczema,” explains Dr. Roni Munk, a Montreal-based dermatologist. “It’s important to change your skincare routine to better adapt to the climate. In colder weather, I recommend that people not only moisturize more frequently — to better tolerate harsh and dry conditions — but also use a thicker moisturizer. The thicker the emollient, the more hydrating it is.”

Reach for products that include ceramides or hyaluronic acid in the ingredients list, as they help replenish and strengthen the skin barrier, which inevitably takes a hit in extreme temperatures. “Hyaluronic acid, in particular, will actually help us maintain our own internal moisture levels, as opposed to just adding additional exterior moisture,” says Munk. And if your skin is sensitive to cold temperatures, he suggests reducing the concentration or frequency of use of the exfoliants in your routine, like retinol and acids such as glycolic, salicylic, lactic and mandelic.

As you prepare to embrace (or simply try to make the best of) the coldest time of the year, swaddle yourself in luxe sweaters and scarves, balms and creams.

Beautycounter Mighty Plump Ceramide Water Cream

Formulated with two forms of hyaluronic acid for intense hydration and an immediate plumping effect, and barrier-protecting ceramide for even more moisture, this weightless cream is a must this season.

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Orveda Rich Brew Cream

Featuring both glycerin and hyaluronic acid, this luxe, intensely moisturizing cream is suitable for all skin types — even the most sensitive skin — and promises to firm and lift facial contours while improving the glow of your complexion.

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Uriage H.A. Booster Serum

Skin in need of a little boost? Try incorporating Uriage’s new H.A. Booster Serum into your routine. Made with 1.5 per cent pure and natural hyaluronic acid, it instantly gets to work on signs of dryness. The result? Plumped, smoothed and hydrated skin.

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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water

Inspired by the brand’s cult-favourite Magic Cream, the latest skincare innovation from Charlotte Tilbury is now available in a lightweight, bouncy gel texture, making it ideal for oily or combination skin that needs a burst of hydration during the winter.

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Yves Rocher Intense Moisturizing Care Hydra-Végétal

This intensely hydrating moisturizer can also be used as an overnight mask, if your skin is feeling extra-parched. In fact, during a clinical study, 96 per cent of participants claimed that their skin felt hydrated in the morning.

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Shiseido Waso Calmellia Multi Relief SOS Balm

Enriched with camellia oil from Japan, this multi-purpose balm can treat dry areas of the face, body or hair (yes, really!). In fact, you’ll see and feel results in just one day.

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Dr. Hauschka Apricot Day Cream

Enriched with vitamins and fatty acids that revitalize your complexion and help your skin retain moisture and protect it from drying out, the latest from Dr. Hauschka is a wintertime must.

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The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum

This do-it-all serum is designed to support skin barrier repair while soothing discomfort and reducing the look of redness — all crucial when the temperature starts to dip.

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Omy Laboratoires Smoothing Body Cream

Don’t forget about the skin on your body! The newest launch from Canadian brand Omy Laboratoires is designed to relieve dryness and restore your moisture barrier, while also protecting against roughness through exfoliating and moisturizing properties. This can benefit skin prone to ingrown hairs, eczema, psoriasis and keratosis pilaris.

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Miracle 10 Soothe

Ideal for post-treatment care, and those suffering from inflammatory skin conditions, which can ramp up in the winter, this probiotic-rich serum improves the look of irritated, inflamed skin.

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Her videos are hard to miss, even harder to scroll past, and are centred on her signature makeup-application technique: a very heavy-handed approach — and that’s putting it lightly — that has helped her rack up over 18.5 million followers on TikTok (and three million on Instagram and YouTube combined).

She applies no fewer than 10 pumps of foundation all over her face (including her eyelids and lips) and then, using a circular motion, rubs in the thick coat of makeup with her hands as if it were the most hydrating moisturizer in the world. And then comes concealer, contour, brow gel, blush, eyeshadow and mascara — the works. She often lip-synchs to a popular song throughout the video. Even if you’re not on #BeautyTok, this is probably starting to ring a bell.

“I probably use 25 to 30 products each time,” says Duxbury over the phone from New York City. “It depends on how intricate the look is.” Ah, yes, the look — the final result after a small mountain of products have been applied and blended. After all is said and done, Duxbury’s makeup looks, well, normal. In fact, it looks great.

Does it look like a full face of makeup? Sure. But it’s certainly no more extreme than the full beat that’s popular on TikTok.

So why the dozens of steps if the final product could probably be achieved with far less? Duxbury insists she’s been doing her makeup like this for years; she began wearing heavy, full-coverage foundation to cover her freckles, a former insecurity of hers. “I started noticing that my beauty sponge was absorbing a lot of product,” she says. “When I’d use my hands, the foundation would melt really nicely into my skin.”

The technique got her noticed on TikTok, and she quickly skyrocketed. By December 2020, she had built up a following of one million. That month, she started #TheFoundationChallenge, inviting others on TikTok to try her technique. By January 2021, she had grown her following to a whopping seven million. Today, she is the second-most-followed TikTok beauty content creator, and her most-watched video currently has more than 135 million views.

With this overnight virality came an obsession with creating her next hit. “At the time, I was really stressed,” Duxbury confesses. “I put so much pressure on myself, and I’d be so upset if I made a video that didn’t get, like, 30 million views. I’d be up all night checking my numbers; I couldn’t sleep.”

These days, she says, she doesn’t get sucked into the cycle: “The key to going viral is not doing something just because you think it’s gonna go viral; you have to really love it. The great thing about TikTok’s algorithm is that it gives everybody a fair chance. You don’t have to have connections or a ton of existing followers to go viral.”

Another reason she prefers the video app over others is because it aligns with her style of working and communicating. “I have ADHD, and the way I work is very fast-paced,” she says. “I lose interest in things unless they’re quick and to the point, so with TikTok being such short-form content, it allows me to get out what I need to say in 15 to 30 seconds.”

Duxbury’s most recent project is a limited-edition collaboration with Morphe (featuring two palettes, a multi-purpose gloss, a lip liner and lip glaze duo and a brow gel and brush), although she hopes to launch her own stand-alone brand one day and become a permanent fixture in the beauty world — an industry she says has been “very welcoming” to her and her controversial technique.

“That’s the beauty of makeup and why I think people get into the industry — there are no rules or limits; everyone feels free to do what they want,” she says. But when that day comes, don’t expect a minimalist no-makeup makeup offering. Duxbury says that doing natural makeup doesn’t challenge her brain. “With these complex, intricate looks, you need a steady hand, the lines have to be crisp and there’s blending — there’s just a lot to think about,” she explains. “I could do natural makeup with my eyes closed, but with full glam, you have to really pay attention.”

Check out Meredith’s must-have beauty essentials:

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Dior

Forever Skin Glow Foundation

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Morphe x Meredith Duxbury

Lip Liner & Glaze Duo

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Kilian Paris

Love Don’t Be Shy Eau de Parfum

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Charlotte Tilbury

Hot Lips Lipstick in “Kim K.W."

($44, Charlotte Tilbury)

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Patrick Ta

Major Skin Crème Foundation and Finishing Powder Duo

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Mugler

Angel Eau de Parfum

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LYS

No Limits Cream Bronzer and Contour Stick

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Chuter is the Nigerian-born founder of makeup brand Uoma Beauty, a line of high-impact, pigment-dense face, eye and lip products (think eyeshadow palettes featuring vibrant metallics and jewel tones and luxe skin-blurring finishing powders) inspired by Africa’s rich cultural diversity. The brand also pays homage to culturally influential female icons like Sade and Cleopatra via product names and campaign imagery.

Chuter has been a natural outspoken leader for as long as she can remember. For example, she was the brains behind 2021’s viral Pull Up for Change campaign, which encouraged companies to reveal how many Black employees and employees of colour they had on staff, especially in leadership positions. “My mom quickly realized that I wasn’t going to live a conventional life; I wasn’t ‘Nigerian wife’ material,” she laughs. “Where I’m from, you’re supposed to be polite and not too outspoken. And you’re supposed to get married. I said: ‘Screw it! I’m going to focus on other things.’”

 

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So, after working in a variety of industries — including pharmaceuticals, music and the corporate side of beauty as an LVMH executive — Chuter launched Uoma (which means “beautiful” in Igbo, the native language in southeastern Nigeria, and is pronounced “oma”) in 2019. She did so with an ambitious 51 shades of foundation straight away — not because she had to answer to anyone or appease investors but because she believed it was what consumers needed. “I didn’t have any restrictions, and I hadn’t dealt with any big conglomerates, which meant I could bring a new voice into the conversation.”

Chuter says that others suggested she came out with an impressive shade range simply because of Rihanna and the now-famous launch of Fenty Beauty’s 40 shades of foundation in 2017. (Many other brands did just that, and the trend was dubbed the “Fenty Effect.”) “They’d say ‘Fifty-one shades? Because of Fenty?’ No! Fenty was an anomaly. It was the power of Rihanna — who, by the way, is the queen of all queens,” Chuter is quick to clarify. “It was a combination of a huge celebrity and a company with a massive infrastructure. You can’t replicate that story.”

To Chuter, inclusivity is common sense. She says that brands that still haven’t even entered the shade-range conversation (or have done so thoughtlessly and purely for optics, producing poorly developed darker shades) are blinded by short-term thinking that will inevitably be their downfall. “The brands that aren’t allocating resources to developing wider ranges because they say America is 75 per cent white are forgetting that by 2045 that number is going to be 49 per cent,” she says. “The face of America is changing. Over time, people of colour are going to be the majority of the population, so you have to start perfecting your formulas now if you want your business to survive.”

 

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So, what does thoughtful makeup formulation look like? “Thirty-one of Uoma Beauty’s 51 shades are for darker skin tones because our undertones are so nuanced,” says Chuter. Uoma Beauty’s Say What?! foundation is available in six custom formulas, to best suit different skin tones, and multiple shade options for cool, neutral and warm undertones.

Refreshingly, Chuter is also eager to address additional facets of inclusivity that many other brands don’t — or won’t — acknowledge. “Inclusivity is about so much more than just shades,” she says. “Yes, beauty comes in every colour, but it also comes in every budget and every lifestyle. And a lot of the marginalized groups who have been left out of the beauty conversation have also been left out economically. Are there marginalized people who are very wealthy? Sure. But are the majority of marginalized people very wealthy? No. To ignore that fact is delusional.”

That’s why, in 2021, Chuter launched Uoma Beauty’s more affordable sister line, Uoma by Sharon C. Uoma Beauty, which is available at Shoppers Drug Mart, falls in the mid-price range (think $21 for a lip liner and $56 for an eyeshadow palette), while everything from Uoma by Sharon C, which is carried at Walmart, is in the $6 to $30 range.

 

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Chuter’s willingness to have these complex and nuanced conversations is what sets her apart in an industry that is more saturated than ever. Just don’t call her a rule-breaker. “The difference between a rule-breaker and a disrupter is that the latter is constructively dissatisfied with the status quo. They offer solutions. Rule-breakers, on the other hand… Well, anyone can break anything,” she laughs.

Uoma Beauty has grown rapidly since its 2019 launch, but Chuter says that brand success isn’t what she’s chasing. “It’s much better to have your mission intact, even if you don’t survive. After all, most of the activists who changed the world didn’t see that change happen in their lifetime.” As for her legacy, Chuter wants to be known for action: “I saw a problem and was brave enough to raise my hand and offer a solution, whether it was right or wrong. I tried to fix it. That’s what I want my legacy to be: the girl who tried.”

Below are Sharon Chuter’s tried-and-true makeup and skincare essentials.

Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder

“I use Uoma Beauty foundation, but this Danessa Myricks product has really caught my attention. It takes a lot to do that, but it’s so beautiful. The way it sits on skin is just perfect.”

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Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair

“This has been my go-to nighttime product for many years.”

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Dr. Sebagh Deep Exfoliating Mask

“I’m a huge believer in not using physical exfoliators with beads because they traumatize the skin. I like to keep things very mild on my skin.”

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Pat McGrath Labs Mothership VII Eyeshadow Palette: Divine Rose

“I use Pat McGrath eyeshadow palettes. I love the packaging, the storytelling and how she brings this sense of couture to beauty. I love it when people are truly innovative.”

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Uoma by Sharon C Supa’ Natural Glow Serum

“This is a 20 per cent vitamin C serum with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid. It’s very effective and affordable.”

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The Rare Impact Fund’s mission is to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and increase access to mental health services and education for young people globally. “The mental health crisis is one of the most serious issues facing young people today,” says Gomez. “This work would not be possible without the support of partners, like Sephora, who not only believe in this mission, but donate crucial funds to expand mental health resources to young people around the world.” 100 per cent of proceeds of Rare Beauty products sold at Sephora locations in 28 countries around the world, including Canada, Australia, the U.S. and the U.K.

“Rare Beauty is so much bigger than a makeup brand,” says Gomez. Aside from changing the lives of young people around the world with the Rare Impact Fund (which the brand donates one per cent of product sales to, all year-round), Gomez says launching Rare Beauty three years ago has improved her own relationship with beauty, too. “My relationship with beauty is constantly evolving,” explains Gomez. “I’ve been learning to not put how I’m feeling physically first. Because there are days when I wake up and don’t feel the prettiest. It’s a daily struggle but I try to [remember that] what makes me happy and what makes me beautiful is being who I am.”

Gomez has long been open about her own mental health struggles and she says founding Rare Beauty and watching its impact grow has been integral to her own growth and healing. “Hearing other people’s stories [through Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund] has helped me heal in my own life. It’s been pretty life-changing.” Though, she’s quick to point out, “there was never an ulterior motive. I really just wanted people to feel seen.”

If you’ve ever browsed the Rare Beauty section at Sephora (online or IRL), you’ve probably noticed the brand’s uplifting product names. An under-eye brightener called Positive Light. A bronzer stick called Warm Wishes. A lip liner named Kind Words. These little details add up to make a big impact on the way Rare Beauty exists within an industry that hasn’t always had the warmest, most inviting, inclusive reputation. As it turns out, that’s exactly why Gomez says these names are so important.

“I have a 10-year-old sister and I get to overhear her saying ‘What about [the shade] Inspire or Hope?’ when her and her friends are playing with the makeup.” For those of us who grew up in a different era of the beauty industry, like Gomez herself, the positivity is a welcome change, indeed.

“I have a responsibility as an older sister to be the best [role model for her] that I can be.”

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However, when Theron first signed on to be the face of J’adore in 2004, the task at hand felt daunting. “The fragrance already had a commercial to its name, and it was really beautiful,” she says. “So part of me was like, ‘I guess I’m just showing up and continuing that.’” Theron was pleasantly surprised to find that the brand wasn’t interested in operating on cruise control. “It’s been nice to be surrounded by creative people who dare to be bold, and maybe even a little disruptive, at a house with so much history,” she says.

 

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Today, Theron is the face of the latest addition to the Dior fragrance family, L’Or de J’adore. Francis Kurkdjian is the nose behind the scent — the perfumer’s first major fragrance for Dior since he was named perfume creation director. “J’adore’s floral bouquet is profuse and rich,” says Kurkdjian. “The dialogue it opens between the flowers is what gives it its unique signature. I wanted to define the J’adore flowers and maximize them.”

To do so, Kurkdjian simplified the original J’adore formula by “zooming in” on the flowers. “They became hyperbolic,” he explains. “Exaggerating the flowers infuses the fragrance with unprecedented opulence. I wanted a radical approach and an immediate floral sensation. The J’adore flowers grab you straight away, without waiting.”

The magic of L’Or de J’adore lies in its ability to pay homage to the original while simultaneously being audacious and daring in the quest for something new. “You can still find the cornerstones of the original J’adore in L’Or de J’adore, yet there are these brave moments when the florals are so concentrated,” says Theron. “It has changed in ways that don’t feel like you’re completely walking away from the thing you originally loved.”

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Thoby was born into the world of plants — his parents owned a nursery in Nantes, and he is a fifth-generation plant collector. But his passion for plants still feels fresh and new. (“Did you know that the direction in which tree branches grow depends on the position of the planets?” he asks excitedly as we wander through the fairy-tale-like garden of blooms.) In 1998, Thoby accepted an offer to partner with Chanel to study his impressive camellia collection. (Camellias were Gabrielle’s favourite flower, after all.) His father once declined a similar offer from Chanel, but Thoby agreed to invite the brand in, eager to learn more about his beloved camellias. “A recent study revealed that only 3 per cent of the world’s plants have been analyzed for economic purposes,” says Thoby. “But the more we study plants, the more uses we’ll find that can have impacts in a wide variety of fields, such as medicine, fashion and beauty. Botanical gardens contain treasures.”

Indeed they do. The celebrated garden is bursting with over 2,000 varieties of camellias, and just steps from the farm and gardens is Chanel’s research laboratory, where a small team of experts study the flower and its properties during its harvest. “Our phytochemistry lab is located directly in the middle of the farm at Chanel’s open-sky lab,” says Nicola Fuzzati, the brand’s director of active ingredient research. “The flowers are picked and brought straight to the lab to be analyzed.” Fuzzati’s team studies the components of camellias, analyzes the differences between fresh and dried flowers, identifies the most promising sources of active ingredients and ensures that traceability and quality-control practices are followed. “Because of this proximity, we can verify if agricultural practices can influence the production of plants,” he explains. These findings are then communicated to Chanel’s research lab and incorporated into the brand’s product offerings. “Our presence on the ground and our scientific expertise give us a unique perspective on nature’s potential to serve beauty.”

This includes findings about the rejuvenating properties of red camellia, which the brand has made the star of its N°1 de Chanel range, featuring a serum, a moisturizer, an eye cream and a powder-to-foam cleanser, all with skin-barrier-boosting properties. They are focused on sustainability; they are up to 97 per cent natural, and almost the entire camellia plant is used, including the petals and leaves, as well as the seeds, which are pressed to obtain oil. Even the external part of the seed (a shell-like outer layer) is used — it gets ground up and is incorporated into the lid of the glass products. Under the direction of Philippe Grandry, Chanel’s crop operations manager in Gaujacq, the farm is dedicated to cultivating camellias in a way that respects biodiversity and maintains the natural ecosystem.

It’s no secret that the merging of science and nature can yield stunning results, and Chanel’s open-sky laboratory is the manifestation of the two worlds coming together. Where else can you find a research lab (microscopes, petri dishes, lab coats) nestled among fields of farmland bursting with blooms and a magical, world-famous garden just steps away? “We’re opening a new, still rare form of dialogue between scientists and growers,” says Thoby. “Because plants are the future of humankind.”

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Photography courtesy of Chanel

Photography courtesy of Chanel

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N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Eye Cream

N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Eye Cream

($97, Shoppers Drug Mart)

Combining red camellia extract with a light complex this eye cream provides a smooth, radiant under-eye area instantly, so you look visibly energized and ready to take on the day.

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N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Serum

N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Serum

($195, Shoppers Drug Mart)

Chanel’s beloved Revitalizing Serum has just had a major upgrade, both in size (it’s now available in 100ml format) and in research. Its efficacy was recently measured over prolonged use and showed impressive increased results over time. With six months of use, skin’s vitality increased fivefold.

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N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Cream

N°1 de Chanel Revitalizing Cream

($136, Shoppers Drug Mart)

This smoothing, plumping cream is formulated with with red camellia extract and red camellia oil, and contains 95% naturally derived ingredients and 70% camellia-derived ingredients. Bonus: it’s refillable.

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If quiet luxury is all about refined minimalism and elevated yet understated basics, perhaps no place holds more stealth wealth gems than your bathroom. The most intimate and private room of your abode is likely home to your most frequently used, holy grail beauty, grooming and personal care products. And just like a nondescript black baseball cap or a well-tailored suit, these items can say a lot about you. (Quietly, of course.)

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In fact, interest in personal care products is at an all-time high. While the pandemic was a major blow to makeup sales, other beauty categories — like oral care, skincare and hand soap — saw significant growth. At the time, the reasoning for this growth was clear (hello, we were stuck at home with nothing to do but wash our hands all day long), but in today’s post-pandemic world, the personal care category’s continued success is more surprising. Just this past April, L’Oréal Group acquired the king of chic hand soap, Aesop, in a massive deal that valued the skin- and body-care brand at a staggering $2.5 billion.

And it’s not just sales figures. Culturally, soap et al. are having a bit of a moment, too. Take, for example, the popular TikTok trend where creators sneak into their dates’ bathroom cabinets to rate (and read into) the type of soap, personal care, hair and body products they find. Too high-end and he might have a girlfriend. Too many run-of-the-mill products and he may not be into self-care. Hardly any personal care products at all? Run. (It’s a fine line.)

But wait — when did Gen Z become such hand soap and toothpaste connoisseurs? The newfound obsession could have something to do with the fact that we’re in the age of GRWM videos and the contents of creators’ bathrooms are constantly on display. Who wouldn’t want to show off a recently acquired taste for chic hand soap? Maybe it’s the Sofia Richie Grainge glow-up effect. Or perhaps we’re all longing to recreate what we imagine Shiv Roy‘s brushing, flossing and hand-washing routine to be.

What we know for sure is that when it comes to true stealth wealth, no other category does it quite as quietly as chic hand soap (and its close cousins, elevated oral care and luxe bathroom spray). These items are tucked away in your bathroom, never being seen by the outside world. And yet you know they’re waiting, in understated packaging, to greet you each evening to help you strip away the remnants of a long day with a wash, brush, floss and a spritz.

Perhaps quiet luxury lies not in GRWM videos, but in the get un-ready with me process when all is said and done.

Shop some of our favourite chic hand soap and personal care products below.

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Aesop

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash

($53, Aesop)

If hand soaps were celebs, Aesop’s Resurrection would be Beyoncé. Perhaps the most recognizable bottle of soap in the world, this gentle formulation contains oils of orange, rosemary and lavender, for an effective clean that doesn’t dry your hands out. And, obviously, there’s that lasting scent. But we probably didn’t need to tell you that.

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Homecourt

Neroli Leaf Room Deodorant

($45, Homecourt)

This is no ordinary room spray. Homecourt is Courteney Cox’s new line of hand soaps, dish soaps, candles, room deodorants and more, featuring some truly stunning, elevated scents (think: Steeped Rose, Cipres Mint, and Neroli Leaf). Housed in chic, minimalist packaging, these room deodorants actively neutralize bad odours at the molecular level while imparting lasting fine fragrance. This is a surefire way to make your bathroom smell like a million bucks.

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Mintier

Breath Serum

($25, Mintier)

Women-led, Canadian brand Mintier launched the world’s first oil-based breath serum made in Canada using all-natural ingredients that are carefully selected to provide a long-lasting and refreshing effect. Formulated with a blend of essential oils, like peppermint, spearmint and lemon, Mintier’s breath serum eliminates bad breath instantly. Unlike other breath fresheners on the market that contain sugars and preservatives, it’s 100% natural, safe for daily use and dentist-approved and recommended. Chic, non?

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Apa Beauty

White Rinse

($35, Apa Beauty)

Wouldn’t you have believed us if we told you this ultra-stylish bottle was a luxury body lotion? But this gorgeous pick is actually mouthwash (!). This remineralizing mouthwash works hard to freshen breath while supporting healthy teeth. It’s alcohol-free and pH-balanced, protecting tooth enamel for a brighter, whiter smile.

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Grown Alchemist

Hand Wash in Sweet Orange, Cedarwood, Sage

($49, Grown Alchemist )

With scent profiles like sweet orange, cedarwood and sage, you’d think these were the notes in your new favourite luxe perfume. Grown Alchemist’s elevated hand soaps are available in refillable pouches, and come in the aforementioned scent, as well as Tasmanian pepper, tangerine, chamomile, and cedarwood atlas, ylang ylang, tangerine. The gel formula is infused with botanical oils that hydrate without disturbing the skin’s pH balance.

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Davids

Premium Toothpaste in Charcoal + Peppermint

($15, Davids)

Any product in a metal or aluminum tube is instantly chic (we don’t make the rules), but Davids’ fluoride-free formulas take the cake thanks to muted colours and refined flavours (charcoal + peppermint and herbal citrus peppermint, for instance).

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Cocofloss

Delicious Mint Dental Floss

($28, Cocofloss)

Who knew floss could be chic? With flavours like mint, coconut, strawberry or orange, and packaging this cute, you may even begin to look forward to your nightly floss.

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Joanna Vargas

Cloud Bar

($31, Joanna Vargas)

Yes, even bar soap is capable of a quiet luxury upgrade. This Joanna Vargas face and body soap bar is formulated with coconut oil, shea butter and chamomile water, to nourish and hydrate. And with a name like Cloud Bar, it’s hard to resist this dreamy bathroom must-have.

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Playground

Date Night Water-Based Personal Lubricant

($34, Playground)

Did you think we’d leave lube off the list? The last few years have ushered in a major shift in the world of sexual wellness, and part of that has been a rise in elevated lube options. (Yes, we said elevated lube.) Enter: Playground’s water-based lubricants, available in scents like Champagne & Vanilla, Coconut & Sandalwood, and Musk & Oudwood.

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DRMTLGY

Natural Lavender Linen and Room Spray

($22, DRMTLGY)

Okay, this linen and room spray isn’t necessarily for your bathroom, but who would argue that a linen and room spray isn’t the epitome of quiet luxury? This spray by DRMTLGY is a combo of lavender, chamomile, witch hazel and jojoba oil and can be used on bedsheets, pillowcases, yoga mats, towels and more.

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“Somebody recently told me that they can’t think of another artist who has changed their look on tour as much as Lizzo has,” says Mayo over the phone. “I thought of icons like Madonna, Janet and Cher, and I realized it’s true. They each have a look that’s specifically designed for a tour, and it’s very consistent. You know what the look is going to be every night.” Mayo, on the other hand, comes up with Lizzo’s varied makeup looks on the morning of each show. And we’re not talking about deciding between winged eyeliner and a smoky eye. Lizzo’s The Special Tour makeup has included multicoloured polka dots rising up to her forehead, neon negative-space eyeliner and a graphic cat-eye topped with glued-on black stars. “I was wrapping a gift for someone and had extra confetti stars from the craft store,” says Mayo of the celestial look. “I thought they could be useful.”

It’s not that Mayo intentionally avoids repeating makeup looks — “it’s just organic, in-the-moment creativity,” he says. His star client’s unwavering confidence helps, too. “There’s no mirror in front of Lizzo while I work,” says Mayo. “So she has no idea what she looks like during the process, but she has the confidence to know that she can rock anything. I think that that attitude helps everyone on the team, too.” While the vibe in the makeup room is free-flowing and creative, both Mayo and Lizzo have just one non-negotiable: Each look has to be finished with false lashes. Mayo relies on Ardell’s vast selection of lash styles to help execute his artistic vision each night. “I just love the glitz and glam of false lashes,” says Mayo. “They help Lizzo emote when she’s performing.”

Mayo started wearing makeup himself at age 14, around the same time he came out as gay, but he certainly wasn’t donning the vibrant looks he’s known for creating today. “I hung out with the punk and goth kids,” says Mayo. “We were all really misunderstood, and makeup was my way of expressing my sadness and anger. I thought that wearing dark eyeliner and eyeshadow would make people back off from me and my sexuality — and it worked.” So how does one go from being a misunderstood goth kid in Los Lunas, N.M., to the go-to celebrity makeup artist for bright, vibrant looks? “It’s the music,” he says. “The makeup is what Lizzo’s music sounds like to me. It’s colourful, it’s rainbows, it’s glitter. It’s just happy.”

This article first appeared in FASHION’s September 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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This phrase has been on the tip of my tongue, making a near-constant appearance lately, as August approaches its end. It’s my immediate, automatic response to any mention of summer being “almost over” (horrible) or crisp autumn days being “just around the corner” (cruel and unnecessary). No longer able to hide the sheer desperation in my voice, which reveals itself through hurried sentences and shaky optimism, I unconvincingly declare that we have plenty of warm days to look forward to.

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In case this proves to be untrue, there is still one other foolproof method to holding onto—and, dare I say it, even extending—the final moments of the season. Enter: coconut perfume. You know, the fragrances that smell like the best parts of summer: fresh coconut water, sunscreen at the pool, an overflowing piña colada dripping down your hand as you carry your drink back to your sandy beach towel.

These scents take us back to lazy days spent lounging on sunny shores, the hypnotizing sound of waves lulling us into a midday nap, and the feeling of warm sand beneath our toes. Perfectly summery, coconut-y perfumes are a delicate balance between sunscreen’s familiarity and the creamy sweetness of coconut, the crisp tang of salty sea air, and the subtle hints of warm, sun-drenched skin. For summer-lovers, there is will never be an olfactory experience quite as evocative as a day spent at the beach.

Prepare to drown out any claims of summer being “over” with a spritz or two of our favourite coconut-y, sunscreen-y, beachy fragrances, which you can shop below.

Ellis Brooklyn Sun Fruit

 

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A blend of fig, pear, coconut and vanilla that is truly hard to resist, Ellis Brooklyn’s Sun Fruit is the quintessential summer fragrance. With a scent that’s inspired by “tan lines, ripe fruit, and bare skin” and a bottle that pays homage to “the bright colours of Southern Italy,” Sun Fruit is a must for evoking warm weather memories (or delusions).

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Kayali Utopia Vanilla Coco

 

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If the name doesn’t say it all, Utopia Vanilla Coco is an intoxicating blend of pear, jasmine, vanilla bourbon, coconut and sandalwood. It’s sand, surf and sun in a bottle.

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Juliette Has a Gun Lust For Sun

 

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A perfect ylang-ylang, vanilla and coconut perfume, Lust For Sun is a fresh, elevated sunscreen scent, with a bottle inspired by the hot sun.

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The 7 Virtues Coconut Sun

 

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With notes of coconut water, frangipani, fresh citrus, crisp sea salt, and vanilla, Canadian brand The 7 Virtues’ Coconut Sun is the ultimate coconut perfume. It’s a summer vacation in spritz form.

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Maison Margiela Replica Beach Walk

 

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Described as “sun-kissed, salty skin,” Beach Walk is a unisex coconut perfume inspired by a stroll along the ocean. A blend of bergamot, ylang ylang, coconut milk and white musk, this scent is equal parts creamy and indulgent, and fresh and uplifting.

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The breakthrough formula is a massive undertaking, not only because it’s the brand’s first serum that’s able to address all three visible dimensions of skin aging (volume loss, texture changes and discoloration) but because it’s backed by research conducted by Dior’s Reverse Aging board, which includes experts in the fields of dermatology, life sciences and even psychology. In a recent 5,000-person study about age perception, Dior Science found that 80 per cent of men and women aged 18 to 80 fully accept their age. Better yet, 95 per cent of participants said they feel younger than they are. “This speaks to the progress that science and medicine have made,” says Ogilvie.

Even so, 97 per cent of participants revealed that if given the opportunity, they would choose to be — not just look — younger. Ogilvie says this is due to a growing discrepancy between chronological age (how old you are) and biological age (how old your cells are), especially for women. “As a dermatologist, I meet women every day who feel younger than the generations before them did at their age,” she says. These patients have enjoyed great accomplishments and excelled in their careers but tell Ogilvie that they don’t necessarily see this vitality being reflected in their appearance. “Reverse aging, from my perspective, means closing the gap between how we feel and how we look,” says Ogilvie. “Bringing these two elements closer together is empowering.”

Le Nectar Premier is able to stop senescence before it happens, reverting skin to a past version of itself.

Of course, there are two main ways to target — and reverse — signs of aging: injectables and skincare products. In the latter category, Le Nectar Premier specifically targets senescent cells, a relatively recent discovery of cells that are not quite young (that is, dividing and constantly creating new cells) or old (and thus discarded by the body). They exist in a problematic in-between state that speeds up skin’s aging process. “Cellular senescence is an irreversible state in which cells stop performing major functions,” says Dr. Laure Crabbe-Vert, a scientific coordinator at LVMH Recherche. The stressor at the root of senescence is glyoxal, which can be found in food, drinks, pollution and textiles. “It triggers skin cells to release certain molecules, forming an age signal network,” says Crabbe-Vert. “This molecular pathway spreads the message of aging to surrounding cells and amplifies the impact of senescence.”

Le Nectar Premier is able to stop senescence before it happens, reverting skin to a past version of itself. “After a month of use, it’s like the fine lines of the past seven years never existed,” says Virginie Couturaud, Dior’s scientific communications director.

So, what’s the difference between an anti-aging product and a reverse-aging product? “I’ve never liked the term ‘anti-aging,’” says Ogilvie. “It’s a resistance to something that’s inevitable. And it doesn’t fully encompass the opportunities that science provides us with today. By reprogramming the aging process of cells, we can actually make them behave younger. Reverse aging helps people live the period of their life in which they felt the best, for longer.”

It is true, after all, that the skincare industry would cease to exist — let alone grow and expand at its current astonishing rate — if its results were merely skin deep. “When we improve the surface, it goes way beyond the surface,” says Ogilvie. “It has a deep psychological impact.”

This article first appeared in FASHION’s September 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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As Hailey Bieber’s face pops onto my screen at the beginning of our Zoom call, I find myself going through a mental checklist of the details that make up her signature beauty look. Bare eyes? Check. Glowing skin? Check. Brown bob slicked down into a middle part? Check. Almond-shaped nails and ultra-glossy lips? Check and check. She has nailed the “model off duty” look. The 26-year-old model-turned-brand founder (and former FASHION cover star) is nine months into the launch of her brand Rhode Skin, her first foray into skincare. With a waitlist of over one million across its products (of which there are only a handful), it’s safe to say that the brand has, by all accounts, been a smashing success. Today, Rhode begins shipping to Canada, its first expansion outside of the U.S. market.

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Proving that her commitment to minimalism is more than just an aesthetic choice, Bieber launched Rhode with only three products (five, if you count all three flavours of the Peptide Lip Treatment: Salted Caramel, Watermelon Slice and Unscented). “The beauty industry is very crowded,” says Bieber. “There are so many amazing brands [out there]. I wanted Rhode to be a brand that could put out that one really good moisturizer or that one really good lip treatment. We’re also conscious of not putting excess into the environment. These are things that are topics of conversation every single time we meet about a new product.”

Plus, through her years in the modelling industry, Bieber has learned the hard way that less is definitely more when it comes to skincare. “When your skin barrier is healthy and happy, your skin is healthy. But so many things can disturb your barrier, like travelling, the environment, and using harsh products. When I was a teenager, if I was having any sort of breakout, I thought throwing salicylic acid on it would fix it. You just want to get rid of it so you try to burn it off.” (Teen celebrities: they’re just like us.) “That’s why Rhode is so focused on hydration and a [healthy] barrier,” says Bieber.

Rhode Skin launched with a Peptide Glazing Fluid ($44), an instantly plumping and hydrating gel serum, Barrier Restore Cream ($44), a barrier-supporting cream moisturizer, and three Lip Peptide Treatments ($24 each). The entire lineup can also be purchased via The Rhode Kit ($142). “The idea behind the launch was, ‘What are the three things I couldn’t survive a flight without?” Bieber explains. “Or if I was stranded on a desert island and could only have three things with me, what would they be? That was the mentality for me.”

The clean, ultra-minimal look that Hailey Bieber has become known for is Rhode’s aesthetic as well, right down to the brand’s muted grey and white packaging. “My technical title at the brand is founder and creative director,” says Bieber. “Coming from the fashion industry, I’m obsessed with imagery, so things like [packaging and branding] took a lot of time because I’m so specific about the little details.”

So what’s Rhode’s secret to standing out in the ever-so-saturated beauty industry? “I feel like I’m in sync with my audience,” says Bieber. “Most of the products that are being developed or are in the pipeline for the next couple years are what people are asking for [right now]. So I’m like, ‘We must be in a good place.’ It makes me really happy because that’s such a big part of creating a brand for people who look to you for your style, or your skincare routine, or your aesthetic.”

 

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So what’s next for the ultra-minimalist brand? Growth and expansion, of course — into new markets (Rhode launched in the United Kingdom this past spring) and new categories. The brand’s latest launch is Glazing Milk ($44), a silky ceramide-rich facial essence that boosts barrier function and leaves skin hydrated and glowy. But don’t expect a sudden explosion of product offerings from Rhode. “I think a 10-step routine is unnecessary,” says Bieber. “But that’s just me.”

Below, Hailey Bieber shares her tried-and-true beauty essentials.

Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick

“This has a nice texture that’s perfect for layering. I mix and match shades depending on the look I’m trying to achieve or use it on both my lips and eyelids if I want a monochromatic look.”

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Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Cream Contour Duo

“I love the creamy texture. It’s subtle, so one swipe provides a nice sheen, or you can build it up for a more intense, bold finish.”

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Tower 28 Beauty OneLiner Lip Liner + Eyeliner + Cheek Pencil

“This product makes it so easy to enhance your features. I gravitate toward the pinky-taupe shades because they’re similar to my own lip colour, which gives me a natural-looking contour.”

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Rhode Peptide Lip Treatment

“I layer this on top of lip liner for an extra-juicy finish. It smudges the colour evenly over my lips, which I love.”

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Strong Hold Clear Brow Gel

“I’ve been using this on my brows for years. It defines my natural shape and sets them in place all day.”

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The origin story of Carol’s Daughter is a common one within the beauty industry: The brand started in its founder’s kitchen. But what began as a few DIY body butters sold at Lisa Price’s church market (thanks to the encouragement of her mother, Carol) has become one of the hair-care industry’s biggest success stories. In fact, the brand went on to become one of the first Black-owned product lines to have a flagship store and was even featured in the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. This year, Carol’s Daughter, which recently landed in Canada, turns 30 and remains a staple for anyone with textured hair. But that was never the plan. “I just wanted to make a connection with people and help them understand how to take care of their hair,” says Price. “I never wanted people to feel like my hand was in their pocket.”

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As a Black woman coming of age in the ’70s and ’80s, Price says she was lucky to have grown up learning about hair health and hearing the women in her family speak fondly about their own hair, giving her permission to do the same. “My mother, aunts and grandmother did not talk about hair in a negative way,” says Price. “I didn’t grow up thinking ‘The straighter my hair, the better I am.’ Thank God.” Price says her mother (the inspiration behind the brand’s name) “didn’t like anything that made you look like someone you weren’t.”

 

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This strong sense of self allowed Price to stay focused through the early stages of launching Carol’s Daughter. The brand’s rise to success was somewhat of a slow burn; it launched in 1993 and steadily gained traction in the industry. But Price says it wasn’t until 2001 — eight years into the business — that she was financially stable enough to take out a loan. And even then, she was prevented from doing so at her neighbourhood bank — a decision she feels was racially motivated. “There was a question about whether or not the money I’d be bringing in would be legitimate,” she says. “I had to prove I wasn’t a criminal.” Today, Price says there’s still much work to be done, but she’s thrilled to see more representation and Black brand founders in the industry. “At least now, retailers are aware that there should be more diversity,” she says. “Before, it wasn’t even a conversation. You just figured stuff out on your own because you knew somebody was gonna say no to you.”

 

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The turning point for Carol’s Daughter came in 2002, when Price appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, giving the brand a major boost (often referred to as “The Oprah Effect”). From there, the direct-to-consumer brand launched on HSN and then several years later in Target. In 2014, Carol’s Daughter was acquired by L’Oréal USA. Price stayed on as founder, overseeing product development, brand vision, education and more (a role she still holds today). While this milestone was a massive accomplishment for her and for the brand, she expected it would be received with slight pushback from consumers. “I anticipated concern,” she says. “I anticipated comments like ‘I hope the formulas don’t change.’” So she recorded a personal video announcement, explaining that the acquisition meant Carol’s Daughter would be in more stores and thus become even more accessible to customers. Unfortunately, the message went largely unheard. Instead, she was called a sellout; customers were angry that their beloved products were no longer going to be produced by a Black-owned brand. “I was surprised at how negative and visceral the reaction was,” says Price.

With time, she came to understand her customers’ frustrations. “I had to step back from the situation and look at it through the lens of the consumer,” she explains. “I realized it wasn’t about me. It was about our history. When we, as Black people, have trusted others with our things, they have stolen from us. I learned that my role is to mentor other entrepreneurs and cheer them on so this gets easier each time one of us does it.” Price’s ability to not only keep her cool in stressful situations but also lead the way as a pioneer in the industry has been instrumental in the decades-long success of Carol’s Daughter. However, her role as a leader didn’t come naturally to her. “I needed to sit at the head of the table, although it was uncomfortable and it wasn’t where an introvert wanted to sit,” she says. “But I had to learn how to lead — even if I didn’t know exactly where I was going.”

Carol’s Daughter has an extensive roster of A-list fans. Here, Price reflects on these pivotal meetings from years ago.

Jay-Z

“I met him in 2003; I always called him Mr. Carter, and he called me Mrs. Price. I’m not sure why. It’s just a thing we did. He was a fan of our now discontinued Ocean body-care line.”

Cassie

“She was part of a campaign we shot in 2011. What was revolutionary about Cassie’s ad was that she had recently shaved one side of her head. That was not a thing back then and certainly not in a hair campaign featuring a beautiful head of hair. I loved that about her.”

Halle Berry

“During the taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show in 2002, Oprah mentioned that she’d been gifted with Carol’s Daughter products by Halle Berry. I had no idea Halle knew about the brand, so I later sent her a gift basket as a thank you, and she sent me a thank-you note back. That made me melt.”

Oprah

“During that episode, Oprah said our foot cream was fantastic. At the time, we had a lotion and a foot butter. We didn’t know which one she meant so we put both on our website’s home page. After the episode, we sold a ton of foot products.”

Mary J. Blige

“Mary was a fan of our Almond Cookie Shea Soufflé. We worked together for a few years, creating and selling her fragrances. She also became an investor in 2006.”

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith

“Jada was into self-care before that term was a thing. She and Will eventually became investors, but they had been using Carol’s Daughter products long before that. Years before we met, Will’s assistant actually called me once to ask about new launches and I heard Will’s voice in the background. I almost passed out.”

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Below, shop some of Carol’s Daughter’s most strengthening hair products.

Goddess Strength Shampoo

After just one wash using the Goddess Strength Shampoo, your curls will be stronger and less prone to breakage — thanks to hero ingredients like castor oil, black cumin seed and ginger.

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Goddess Strength Hair & Scalp Oil

This mighty oil is great for all hair types, from straight and wavy to curly and coily. Even protective styles! Since it strengthens dry hair and moisturizes the scalp in one shot, your strands will be given the support they need to grow. Goddess locks: Unlocked.

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Goddess Strength Leave-in Cream

Just like the rest of the Goddess Strength lineup, this leave-in conditioning cream works hard to intensely moisturize dry and damaged hair. And of course, it also serves as a great detangler.

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This article first appeared in FASHION’s September 2023 issue. Find out more here.

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The And Just Like That… actor has partnered with RoC Skincare for the second year in a row on the #LookForwardProject in collaboration with non-profit organization SeekHer, which aims to bridge the gender gap of mental health in the U.S. through advocacy and research. The project’s mission is to support a more optimistic future via access to mental health advocacy and resources for teens and their parents. She’s also curated a limited edition skincare kit with the science-backed brand, with profits going to SeekHer.

 

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The brand has shared some data about the role of optimism, especially as it impacts teens and their caregivers, finding that 69 per cent of moms are concerned their negativity about the future could impact their child’s outlook and 97 per cent of moms believe there should be more resources and support to ensure our children learn how to incorporate optimism into their lives. During our call, I realize that natural optimist Parker is the perfect person for the role.

“I think I’ve developed, through experience, a desire to carry on and move forward,” she says. “I try not to get too trapped in things that are painful. It’s not productive.” As for how her outlook impacts her parenting (Parker has three kids; son James, 20, and twin daughters Tabitha and Marion, 13), she says, “I want them to feel good about the things that are interesting to them. And I want them to feel excited about the future, even though the world is incredibly complicated and they will eventually be exposed to social media and all the landmines that exist there. I want them to find comfort in individuality.”

 

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Parker says she has chosen to work with RoC Skincare again because the brand’s messaging “is about taking the focus off looks, and the idea of ‘aging.’ The focus is living and the optimism that can come with experience, time and perspective. What RoC really wants is for women to feel good when they leave their homes and feel like they’re like themselves, not like their neighbour, not like the other mothers at school drop-off, not like the other teachers. Like themselves.” As for her own perspective on aging, she says, “I really don’t think about it. And I don’t think that makes me evolved. I just don’t think it’s registered in a way that’s been dominant. I haven’t worked hard to not think about it. I just don’t think about it.”

I ask Parker if she partakes in any practices that help fuel her optimism, such as meditation or journaling. “Nope, nope, nope. None of that,” she laughs. “And I don’t do self-care days. I just pick myself up and get back to work. That’s the way I’ve always lived my life.”

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Watermelon has always been synonymous with summer, thanks to the fact that it’s crazy-hydrating and refreshing (it is 92 percent water, after all) and, of course, because it’s delicious. The latter quality aside, the first clue that watermelon might make a great beauty product ingredient is simply the fact that our skin, like the rest of our body, needs hydration. But we don’t need to tell that to anyone who’s ever experienced a long, cold Canadian winter.

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Beyond the hydration factor, watermelon is full of ingredients that can do wonders for your skin. Like citrulline, for example. It’s an amino acid that improves blood circulation and acts as a natural exfoliator. And lycopene, an anti-inflammatory, which means it can reduce puffiness and redness in your skin, as can vitamins C, A, and B6, all found in watermelon. And since watermelon is full of antioxidants, it can be used to protect your skin from free radicals and treat fine lines, which is why new watermelon beauty products continue to pop up on the shelves of beauty stores.

And it’s not just skin that can benefit from watermelon’s benefits. The fruit can actually have a plumping effect on hair, too, because of how hydrating it is.

The fruit has been used in natural remedies for ages (like rubbing watermelon rind onto inflamed skin to get its soothing properties), but one beauty product really reintroduced watermelon as a beauty hero. Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow Sleeping Mask, which became one of the most-hyped beauty products of 2017, selling out countless times at Sephora — including the day it launched. In fact, it became Sephora’s best-selling mask that year.

Not only has Glow Recipe released a series of watermelon products (including the brand’s first foray into body care), but plenty of other brands got the watermelon beauty memo. We’ve rounded up our faves below.

Garnier Fructis 3-in-1 Watermelon Extract Mask

This one-minute weekly hair treatment can be used as a mask, a leave-in treatment or a conditioner, for an extra boost of moisture that we all need in the summer.

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Indeed Laboratories Watermelon Melting Balm

In need of a deep cleanse? An oil-based balm is the best way to dissolve all traces of makeup and grime without drying out your skin. This brightening cleanser is safe for sensitive types and includes watermelon seed oil to keep your skin hydrated and supple through to the morning.

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Aceology Hydro Glow & Deep Hydration Watermelon Eye Mask

This refreshing cocktail of vitamin C-rich watermelon extract and aloe vera leaf extract is a great pick-me-up for your under-eye area.

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St. Tropez Gradual Tan Watermelon Daily Firming Lotion

You’ve got watermelon in your makeup, skincare and haircare, but what about your self-tanner? This gradual tanning formula from St.Tropez is infused with watermelon juice to amp up hydration while bronzing your complexion.

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Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Pink Dream Body Cream

Fun fact: according to founders Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, this lotion was inspired by the Korean tradition of rubbing chilled watermelon rind onto skin to soothe irritation and help cool down heat rash in the summer.

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R+Co Dreamhouse Cold-Pressed Watermelon Wave Spray

For dreamy beach waves, spritz hair with this strengthening wave spray. Ingredients like jackfruit extract add texture and shine, while cold-pressed watermelon seed oil shields hair from UV damage and keeps hair soft.

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Milk Makeup Watermelon Serum Stick

Milk Makeup’s serum in stick form is must for on-the-go hydration.

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Drunk Elephant B-Hydra Intensive Hydration Gel

Bet you didn’t know that everyone’s favourite daytime hydrating gel is made with watermelon rind to plump and soothe skin.

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Cake Beauty Bouncy Hydrating Serum

Canadian skincare brand Cake Beauty’s fragrance-free hydrating serum is a summer skin hero. It’s lightweight, plumping and soothing, all thanks to a winning combination of aloe leaf juice, oat kernel extract, jojoba and watermelon seed oil.

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Grown Alchemist Vanilla and Watermelon Lip Balm

This elegant lip balm by clean beauty brand Grown Alchemist smells like a watermelon dream, enhances shine and prevents chapping.

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Lancer Method Body Cleanse

Celeb dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer is known for his skin-changing products — which don’t stop at the neck. This body wash is made with a trio of nourishing watermelon seed oil, marula oil, and kigelia fruit extracts to keep skin supple and soft after the shower.

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Lawless Forget The Filler Overnight Lip Plumping Mask

To wake up with irresistibly soft, pillowy lips, apply a layer of this surprisingly lightweight mask before bed. Dab it on throughout the day for a nourishing lip gloss substitute.

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Tree Hut Watermelon Shea Sugar Scrub

Dry, flaky skin is a thing of the past thanks to this fragrant sugar scrub which is loaded with skin-loving ingredients like shea butter and vegan collagen.

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Sephora Collection Clean Eye Mask

Forget cucumber slices, a 5-minute watermelon eye mask will give your undereyes the brightening boost they need in a flash. These individually-packaged masks are great for travel, too.

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Eos 100% Natural Smooth Lip Balm

If you’re obsessed with watermelon flavour, give this delightful balm set from Eos a try. Not only are they exceptionally hydrating, but the fruity flavour will linger on your lips for ages.

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Next question: Why is it pistachio?

As far as frozen dessert flavours go, pistachio is simultaneously elegant, warm and refined (think of childhood trips to the ice cream shop where you were baffled yet enchanted by your mom’s go-to, very sophisticated green order), while still bursting with excitement and energy. Who could forget that first girls’ trip to Italy in your early twenties when you finally came to understand pistachio gelato’s allure after a long day spent in the sand and sun?

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And the earthy, understated nut is currently having a major moment. It may be the summer of dressing like a tomato girl, but it’s definitely the summer of smelling like a pistachio.

Back in 2021, the husband and wife duo-founded boutique fragrance brand D.S. & Durga launched their simply titled eau de parfum, Pistachio. It was a limited edition launch (like, very limited — only 100 bottles were produced) as part of the brand’s Studio Juice collection. It sold out in just a few hours. “I think pistachio is an elegant nut. Also a fun nut,” writes D.S. & Durga perfumer and cofounder, David Seth Moltz, on the brand’s site. “It’s around good climes and everyone seems to dig it. We made this on a whim; a fragrance with no story that just evokes the fun of pistachio (especially as a dessert flavour).”

Indeed, if you’ve ever had baklava or kulfi, two other pistachio-centric desserts, then you’re familiar with its nutty, sweet-but-not-too-sweet flavour profile. And snacking on pistachios themselves? Forget about just having one. As a snack, pistachios are creamy and addictive. The nut has lightheartedness and breezy summer days basically written into its DNA. Pistachio perfumes, as many fragrances are wont to do, also evoke memories of travel. The culinary nut is cultivated in, and a staple of, countries like Iran, Greece, Italy and Afghanistan. And just like the traditional dishes it frequents, pistachio fragrances are delicate, thoughtful and graceful — foregoing the in-your-face sweetness of many other gourmand perfumes that lean heavily into sugary, confectionary territory.

Striking a perfect balance between familiarity and novelty, pistachio’s magic lies in its ability to transcend time and space, transporting us back to cherished moments of our past with ease. As is often the case with fragrances, nostalgia reveals itself as the cupid’s arrow behind yet another dizzying, intoxicating love story about the scents we fall for.

So: Tomato, tom-ah-to. Pistachio, pis-tah-chio. Finding your summer aesthetic or your summer scent involves little more than surrendering to sticky heat, carefree afternoons and youthful indulgence.

Shop our favourite pistachio perfumes below.

D.S. & Durga

“Pistachio. More pistachio. Even more pistachio,” read the site’s fragrance notes.

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Kayali

Kayali (the fragrance line from Huda Beauty founder, Huda Kattan) launched its Pistachio Gelato perfume this past March. It sweetens the nutty scent with cotton candy and whipped cream base notes for an end result that is perfectly balanced.

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Sol de Janeiro

Did you know that the classic Sol de Janeiro scent that started it all features pistachio notes? Combined with vanilla, almond, and salted caramel, the brand’s eau de parfum is its most concentrated and long-lasting iteration of the scent that put the brand on the map.

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Hermès

Combining notes of olive wood, grass and fresh pistachio, the latest from Hermès was inspired by “an olfactory quest through Greece.”

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Boy Smells

Described as “an Amalfi escapade of bright citrus and herbaceous cypress,” Italian Kush is a blend of basil, cannabis leaves, pistachio, pomelo and limoncello.

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Elie Saab

Combining notes of pistachio, pear, almond, mandarin orange and patchouli, Girl of Now is a warm, nutty, sensual pick that can take you from warm summer days into crisp fall evenings.

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Whether you’re looking for a new signature scent for the summer or a home fragrance that fills your space with vacation vibes, the scents you surround yourself with can help recreate the atmosphere of your most beloved destinations. Here, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite European vacation fragrances and candles that are guaranteed to bring a little slice of Europe to you, even when you’re far away.

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Aerin

Aerin Rose de Grasse Candle

($82, Aerin)

For a one-note scent that’s anything but ordinary, consider Aerin’s Rose de Grasse. This classic candle is infused with the aroma of the multi-petaled rose centifolia, and is feminine and timeless all at once. If you dream of spending your summers in Grasse, light this candle up and you’ll be transported in an instant.

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BRANDT

KLĒA Eau de Parfum

($196, BRANDT)

Reminiscent of breezy beach days and balmy Mediterranean nights, Brandt’s KLĒA is a warmer take on a citrus-flecked fragrance, with olive leaf, cedar, musk and tonka bean adding a layer of softness to the scent. There’s also a beautiful aquatic quality to it with middle notes of sea salt, jasmine and water lily. It’s luxurious and inviting all at once.

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Ellis

FLORIST Eau de Parfum

($148, Ellis Brooklyn)

If your idea of a fantasy European vacation involves frolicking in fields and burying your nose in rows of fresh blooms, give Ellis Brooklyn’s latest a whirl. FLORIST is a collection of beautiful white florals including tuberose and gardenia mixed with a hint of Italian bergamot for a little extra freshness. We would be remiss not to mention the striking Barbie pink bottle which is guaranteed to stand out in any perfume cabinet.

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Etat Libre D’Orange

Sous le Pont Mirabeau EDP

($190, Etat Libre D'Orange)

Die hard perfume fans know niche fragrance house Etat Libre D’Orange (of controversial scents like I Am Trash and Fat Electrician) doesn’t play when it comes to creating scents that stick out, so Sous le Pont Mirabeau is certain to make an impression. Combining all the best elements of a Parisian escape—romance, mystery and excitement—with a blend of pink pepper, violet, sea salt and vanilla, this juice has a certain je ne sais quoi we can’t get enough of.

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Guerlain

Mandarine Basilic Harvest Eau de Toilette

($135, Guerlain)

If a scent that smells like pure Italian sunshine appeals to you, you’ve come to the right place. Guerlain Mandarine Basilic Harvest, a limited-edition scent from the storied brand’s Aqua Allegoria collection, is bright and juicy with a dose of fresh herbaceousness thanks to the addition of basil leaves and green tea. The star ingredient, Marzolo mandarins from Calabria, are sustainably harvested right before ripening to fully capture their addictive bittersweet quality.

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Jo Malone

Green Tomato Vine

($180, Jo Malone )

Nothing says summer vacation like cracking open your windows and letting fresh air fill the room as you prepare a dish of juicy, sun-warmed tomatoes. That’s kind of like what Jo Malone’s Green Tomato Vine smells like: fresh and green with an irresistible tang that is so specific to the fruits and veg that thrive under the sun. Strike a match or simply lift off the lid for a hit of that sweet summer magic.

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Lohn

Sand Candle

($42, Lohn)

Looking for a sandy beach fragrance that doesn’t remind you of coconut-scented sunscreen? Reach for Canadian candle brand Lohn’s copal & palo santo-scented Sand candle. It features hints of bitter orange and sage for a pleasant lightness, followed by a hit of heady incense, driftwood and sandalwood. Plus, it’s made with a sustainable coconut and soy wax blend for a clean burn.

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Oribe

Côte d'Azur Candle

($94, Oribe)

Luxury hair care brand Oribe’s iconic Côte d’Azur scent—infused in nearly all of the brand’s beloved hair products—finds a new home in the form of a candle, and it translates so well. An aromatic and refreshing mix of Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian Orange blackcurrant, jasmine and amber, this one is sure to elicit compliments from anybody who stops by your place for a mid-day aperitivo. The gorgeous twisted vessel is the cherry on top.

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Tom Ford

Costa Azzurra Parfum

($305, Tom Ford )

If there’s one house that knows how to match its scents to the name, it’s Tom Ford. Case in point, Costa Azzurra, which quite literally smells like a verdant citrus grove off the Amalfi Coast. Zesty Italian lemon meets salty amber, oakwood and cypress in this unisex fragrance, creating the perfect balance of fresh woodiness with an element of enigmatic depth that you won’t typically find in citrus-forward scents.

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10/13

Loewe

Oregano Candle

($146, Loewe )

For a serious “treat yourself” moment, pick up this elegant scented candle from the Spanish fashion house Loewe. Resinous, warm and herby all at once, Oregano makes an amazing kitchen scent, but it would smell—and look—great in any room. Make sure to repurpose the stamped terracotta vessel when the candle no longer burns; it would make an excellent potter for windowsill herbs.

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11/13

The Scented Market

Pure Lemongrass Soy Wax Candle

($30, The Scented Market)

This soy wax candle by Canadian, female-owned brand The Scented Market is equal parts fresh, lemony, earthy and grassy. Give it a whirl and prepare to be transported to a hot, sunny, citrusy paradise.

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12/13

Dolce & Gabbana

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Summer Vibes

($125, Shoppers Drug Mart)

Inspired by “the glittering sea, the sun on your skin, the wind in your hair,” the latest iteration of Dolce & Gabbana’s iconic Light Blue scent is a blend of Italian bergamot, lemon, grapefruit, peach and cedarwood. Even the packaging is totally vacation-ready!

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13/13

Maison Francis Kurkdjian

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Media Cologne Forte Eau De Parfum

($185, Holt Renfrew)

Simultaneously evoking both water and light, the latest launch from Maison Francis Kurkdjian, according to the perfumer himself, “smells like happiness and caring, vitality and energy, reassuring in its apparent simplicity. It puts me in a good mood, that’s all. I have nothing else to add, everything is already there, written in the formula.”

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RELATED: The Best Viral TikTok Beauty Products of 2023

Below, we’ve rounded up the best viral hair, makeup and skincare products to snap up during Amazon Prime Day — you know, the ones that you’ve been eyeing on your FYP and your Instagram feed.

Happy beauty shopping!

Aveeno

If you have little ones, you already know that Aveeno’s Baby Mineral Sunscreen Lotion is one of the best options for protecting them from the sun. During Amazon Prime Day, you can snag it for 36% off!

Buy it here: Aveeno Baby Mineral Sunscreen Lotion

CeraVe

Good news, CeraVe lovers! Every product in the brand’s Amazon storefront will be 20% off for Amazon Prime Day. Our top pick is the TikTok-famous Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser. Stock up and watch your skin glow.

Buy it here: CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

Foreo

The beloved Foreo Luna 3 facial cleansing blush is 35% off (!!!), making this an Amazon Prime Day beauty sale you can’t afford not to shop.

Buy it here: Foreo Luna 3

L’Oréal Paris

Many of your favourite L’Oréal Paris products will be up to 30% off on July 11 and 12, so you can fill up your cart without breaking the bank. Our top pick? The brand’s viral Lash Paradise mascara.

Buy it here: L’Oréal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara

Laneige

You know it. You love it. Laneige’s ultra-popular Lip Sleeping Mask will be 30% off, so you can get everyone’s favourite lip hydrator for only $20.

Buy it here: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

Moroccanoil

Looking to up your effortless waves game this summer? Look no further than Moroccanoil’s Dry Texture Spray, which will be 30% off for Amazon Prime Day. Beauty lovers, now’s your chance to stock up on the argan oil-infused texture spray.

Buy it here: Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray

Neutrogena

Neutrogena’s best-selling Hydro Boost Gel Cream—which is loaded with hyaluronic acid and featuring a refreshing gel texture that won’t feel too heavy in hot, humid temps—is a must-have for summer. Stock up now and slather it on during the coming months.

Buy it here: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream

Bioderma

Bioderma’s iconic Sensibio H2O Micellar Cleansing Water is a must-shop Amazon Prime Day beauty sale. The cult fave product will be 30% off on July 11 and 12. Run, don’t walk!

Buy it here: Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Cleansing Water

Thayers

Looking for a face toner that won’t break the bank? Thayers’ unscented version of its witch hazel toner is 30% for Amazon Prime Day, while the Rose Petal Toner is 15% off.

Buy it here: Thayers Unscented Witch Hazel Toner

Maybelline

Looking for a brow product that won’t melt off in the summer heat? Maybelline’s Brow Peel Off Tint (which you apply, allow to dry and then peel off, giving you three days of perfectly filled in arches) is 25% off for Amazon Prime Day.

Buy it here: Maybelline New York Brow Peel Off Tint

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Sun Bum

If a sunscreen that protects your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays while also leaving your complexion glowing and luminous is on your summer shopping list, look no further than Sun Bum’s SPF 30 Glow Sunscreen, which is now 20% off.

Buy it here: Sun Bum Glow SPF 30 Sunscreen

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