By Pamela Edwards Chrisitiani ·May 5, 2021May 5, 2021
01Body: Isa Lazo Body OilThis plant-based, antioxidant rich, non-toxic oil, created by a mother and daughter, brings a touch of luxury to your everyday beauty routine. ($126, isalazo.com)
Isa Lazo 02Body: Melach 33 Luxe CBD Body ButterThis rare combination of 1000mg of full-spectrum CBD, antioxidant plant oils and dead sea minerals melts into the skin while it also nourishes and calms inflammation. ($74, melach33.com)
03Body: Jordan Samuel Skin The After Show Body CleanserCreated by a former professional ballet dancer, this line takes great care to cleanse thoroughly and beautifully without stripping the skin. ($37, jordansamuelskin.com)
Jordan Samuel 04Body: African Botanics Firming Botanical OilFormulated with African marula, grape seed oil and vitamin E, this lightweight oil replenishes skin while improving tone and elasticity. ($120, credobeauty.com)
African Botanics 05Body: The Route The Night Night EyesThis nighttime, rejuvenating retinoid eye cream goes to work on dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles while you sleep. ($65, theroutebeauty.com)
06Body: Dr. Remedy Therapeutic Cuticle Oil Nourishing Anti-Fungal TreatmentThis multi-tasker erases cracked cuticles, deeply (and not greasy) hydrates the nails and the skin AND fights nail fungus. ($35, remedynails.com)
Dr. Remedy 07Body: Athena Club Body Lotion with Vitamins & AntioxidantsThe good-for-you ingredients in this hydrator are like a multivitamin for your skin––clean, healthy and beautifully hydrating. ($15, athenaclub.com)
08Body: M-61 PowerGlow Peel Extra Strength 20% 1 Minute Overnight TreatmentThis one-minute, one step professional provides an intense resurfacing facial treatment that exfoliates, clarifies and firms skin in one quick step. ($36 8-pack, bluemercury.com)
09Makeup: Róen Kiss My Liquid Lip Balm ShimmerAll the stickiness without the shine, this shimmer-touched gloss boasts the benefits of a balm. ($26, RóenBeauty.com)
Roén 10Makeup: PYT Beauty The Upcycle Eyeshadow Palette in Rowdy Rose NudeThis clean, sustainable, and Leaping Bunny-certified palette boasts every nude that you could possibly dream of. ($28, PYTBeauty.com)
PYT Beauty 11Makeup: Kulfi Beauty Underlined Kajal Eyeliner SetWith a smooth glide and long wear, this liner is infused with aloe vera and vitamin E for added skincare benefits. ($20, KulfiBeauty.com)
Kulfi Beauty 12Makeup: Westman Atelier Lip Suede Lip PaletteCrafted with 100% natural pigments, this soft-finish lippie lasts for hours on end. ($85, Sephora.com)
Westman Atelier 13Hair: Garnier Fructis Plumping Treat 3-in-1 Hair Mask + Watermelon Extract For Fine HairWith no silicones or parabens, this plumping formula can be used as a mask, conditioner or leave-in. ($6, drugstores)
Garnier 14Hair: Twist by Ouidad Boss Bounce Styling CreamDon’t worry about crunchy curls with this whipped formula. ($12, Target.com)
Ouidad 15Hair: René Furterer Tonucia Concentrated Youth SerumThis leave-in scalp serum also has collagen-boosting properties. ($36, ReneFurtererusa.com)
René Furterer 16Hair: Pacifica Pineapple Curls Refresher MistWith Linseed oil, vitamin B5, hyaluronic acid and pineapple, this ultra-hydrating formula restores curls without frizz. ($14, Ulta.com)
Pacifica 17Hair: Natura Lumina Curly Hair Complete CareThis full treatment works to restore curls and hydrate hair. ($88, NaturaBrasil.com)
Natura 18Hair: Creme of Nature Pure Honey Smoothing & Frizz Control Hair MaskPure honey, coconut oil and shea butter make this the ideal smoothing mask. ($5, drugstores)
https://www.google.com/search?q=Creme+of+Nature+Pure+Honey+Smoothing+%26+Frizz+Control+Hair+Mask&oq=Creme+of+Nature+Pure+Honey+Smoothing+%26+Frizz+Control+Hair+Mask&aqs=chrome..69i57.221j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 19Fragrance: Sisley Izia la Nuit Eau de ParfumIntense, classy and feminine (the sculptural bottle is gorgeous) this mysterious blend of florals, fruits and spices includes blackcurrant, mandarin, cardamom, orange, patchouli and vanilla. ($135, Sisley-paris.com)
Sisley-Paris 20Fragrance: Krigler Mont Suisse 67erfumer Albert Krigler has a long, storied fragrant history that spans from Europe to Russia to the US, the Philippines, Brazil and India. Mont Suisse 67 was originally created for a Swiss Art Gallerist and it contains Italian Lemon, Spanish Mandarin, Pink Pepper, Ginger and Basil. ($425, krigler.com)
Krigler 21Fragrance: Maison Margiela Replica Matcha MeditationSoothing and serene, like a warm cup of matcha tea, the freshness of bergamot and green tea is blended with white chocolate, moss and sandalwood. ($135, maisonmargiela-fragrances.us)
Maison Margiela 22Fragrance: Acqua di Parma Yuzu Eau de ParfumIt’s both warm and bright, combining notes from the yuzu, a rare and bitter Japanese fruit, with the brand’s signature citrus blend, along with sandalwood, violet leaves and jasmine. The darker packaging is sexy and posh, just like this unique fruity-floral scent. ($130, sephora.com)
Acqua Di Parma 23Fragrance: Atelier Cologne Lemon IslandLemon, jasmine and a hint of vanilla spring from this salty, musky beachy scent. ($142, sephora.com)
Atelier Cologne 24Fragrance: Jo Malone London Cypress & GrapevineThis aromatic, woodsy scent is sensual and intense, with cypress, vetiver, amber and juicy grape notes. ($195, jomalone.com)
Jo Malone London 25Fragrance: The 7 Virtues Blackberry LilyBeautiful back story: this brand is a social enterprise that sources fair trade, natural and organic essential oils to support farmers rebuilding after war or strife. With vetiver from Haiti, davana oil from India and geranium from Edgypt, Blackberry Lily is good for the world and your soul. ($79, shop-usa.the7virtues.com)
The 7 Virtues 26Fragrance: Cartier Pure Rose Eau de ToiletteThis naked rose scent is dewy, fresh and clear, like roses from a garden. ($275, cartier.com)
27Fragrance:Mugler Angel NovaIn 1992 the iconic Thierry Mugler Angel launched as the first luxury gourmand fragrance. The Angel family is STILL on the international best-selling lists.So, 2020’s version, Angel Nova, combines raspberry with rose and wood. It’s another hit!And like the rest of the Thierry Mugler scent family, one can indulge in responsible luxury with their re rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”>muglerusa.com)
Mugler 28Fragrance:Snif Limited Edition Collection TwoThis trifecta of scents, direct-to-consumer, is introducing a new way to buy fragrance.They sample heavily, offer free shipping and returns, and they’re affordable. This bundle includes Sweet Ash (Woody and Spicy), Poppy Issues (Fruity Floral) and Honorable Mention (Green Woody Floral). The consumer can keep what they love, return what they don’t or keep all three. ($65 a bottle, $150 for the trio, snif.co)
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