December Editors' Picks 2020

[Photo by Paul Weaver]

One of our favorite things every month is going through all of the interesting beauty and wellness pitches we receive, then selecting the most fun and innovative products to feature in our monthly Editors’ Picks. For the month of December, some of the highlights included:

• Loose smudges in a bottle that will kickstart new beginnings with an infusion of aromatherapy

• A unique skincare brand that features innovative oyster technology

• Luxe beauty products from Real Housewives star Lisa Rinna

• An oral care company co-founded by Lenny Kravitz

• A unique speaker that fits under your pillow and helps you sleep better

• A makeup collaboration with My Chemical Romance

• Strawberry lip masks with collagen

• Foam roller bottles featuring a unique design by renowned graffiti artist Ruben Rojas

• The latest launches from Algenist, Benefit Cosmetics, Biossance, Tatcha, and many more…

Read on to discover and shop Spa & Beauty Today’s December Editors’ Picks. Let us know if you have any favorites and if there are any products we missed that you think should make the list!

Alchimie Forever of Switzerland Kantic Brightening Moisture Mask ($60)

This luscious, creamy mask is packed with natural botanicals to soothe, hydrate, protect, and brighten dull skin. Oats, known for their softening properties, are combined with wild pansies to speed the recovery of distressed-looking skin and calm the feeling of irritation. Resveratrol from grape extracts defends against signs of premature aging, while the powerful European blueberry reduces the appearance of redness.

Algenist Triple Algae Eye Renewal Balm with Multi-Peptide Complex ($68)

Reduce the appearance of dark under-eye circles, bags, puffiness, lines, and wrinkles while brightening and helping eye area appear smoother and firmer. This balm is formulated with alguronic acid, triple algae, and a skin-responsive Multi-Peptide Complex to address the appearance of dark under-eye circles, dark rings, eyelid bags, and puffiness. It leaves the eye area looking brightened, nourished, smoothed, and hydrated!

Antipodes Aura Manuka Honey Mask ($30.40)

Cleanse your skin with this vegetarian face mask that leaves skin soothed and intensely hydrated with wild-sourced Manuka honey from New Zealand. ring peace and balance to your aura with divine fragrances of vanilla pod and mandarin. Suited for most skin types, especially blemish‐prone skin.

ATTITUDE Deodorant ($10.95)

An EWG-verified company at the forefront of sustainable body and household products, ATTITUDE has launched deodorants that are aluminum-free and formulated with plant and mineral-based ingredients for optimum performance. They come in cardboard tube packaging (fully biodegradable) and in an array of scents as white tea, red vine, orange, lemon, and unscented.

Aurras by Dreampad ($99)

Aurras is a unique speaker made to enjoy in bed without headphones, earbuds or disturbing others. Tuck the device under a pillow, connect to the Bluetooth amp and equalizer, and doze off listening to a favorite podcast, audiobook or music. Aurras reduces anxiety, helps the body relax, and makes falling and staying asleep easier. It’s exceptionally useful for those with sensory issues, PTSD/trauma, and mood disorders. It’s an effective sleep aid that stimulates a natural relaxation response in the body eliminating the need to take sleep medication. You’ll wake up refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead!

Bathe Brand Mood Mylk Spirit Lifting Soak ($26)

This sheer and shimmering nutrient-rich bath soak rebuilds skin moisture, releases toxins, and lifts spirits with a sensual and warming vanilla. 100% vegan and ethically sourced with pure essential oils. To use, shake well and add the desired amount to warm bath water.

Beauty Bakerie Sugar Sticks Lip Liner ($18)

This castor oil-infused lip liner collection delivers high-quality custom coverage while lining and defining your lip look. Water-resistant, long-lasting, and retractable, these lip liners prevent lipstick from feathering or bleeding. Available in six gorgeous shades.

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional: Super Setter Pore-Minimizing Setting Spray ($32)

This microfine mist locks on makeup for up to 16 hours, instantly and visibly blurs pores, and leaves skin feeling smooth, refreshed, and hydrated. The water-based formula includes pore-blurring powders that softly scatter light and visibly reduce shine for a natural-looking, soft-focus finish. The mess-free applicator mists on a smooth, even, featherlight cloud. Alcohol-free, waterproof, smudge-proof, and fade-proof and has an instant mattifying effect.

Biossance Squalane + 10% Vitamin C Dark Spot Serum ($62)

This first-of-its kind blend of 10% vitamin C and white shiitake mushroom starts degrading the look of dark spots immediately and targets the formation of new ones. Includes licorice root extract, a synergistic mushroom blend that visibly corrects dark spots and targets the formation of new ones. It’s potent enough to see visible results without the irritation or breakouts associated with stronger serums.

Bodhi Beverly Hills Forever/Young Infinite Youth Ritual Kit ($95.99)

Bodhi Beverly Hills is a unisex skincare line focused on effective and natural results for all humans regardless of gender. Their best-selling, youth-boosting progressive skincare essentials kit is formulated with plant-based ingredients including neem extracts, squalane, niacinamide, and more. The kit includes:

• Dream/Beyond Daily Exfoliating Cleanser

• One/Decision One For All Cream

• Passion/Eye Anytime Eye Cream

BUUST by Buxxomly Undergarments ($299 each)

Created by award-winning Italian designer Romina Cristodero (known for her visionary work for La Perla, Felina, and Vitamin A Swim), BUUST by Buxxomly is a radical reimagining of the supportive undergarment that uses soft, body-fitting Italian fabric made from 99% recycled materials. The supersoft, recycled luxury Italian Q-Nova fabric is created in a process that aims to reduce CO2 emissions and water consumption while relying on renewable energy. The woman-owned, women-run company crafts a sexy, low front V-shaped and backless comfortable one-piece foundation garment that won’t creep up when you walk and supports “all boobs and body types.” Available in a low back bra style, deep plunge push up, and tummy & tush support.

Caire Beauty Defiance Science Duo ($99.95)

Created by two longtime beauty industry veterans, Caire Beauty is clean skincare line developed with exclusive science-backed bio-nutritive ingredients including a triple blend of Hyaluronic Acid that travels deep beneath the skin’s surface to help women 40+ build back firmness and glow in their complexion. These two products are meant to be used as a duo. Theorem Serum Boost delivers 24X hydration for multiple hours and improves skin strength by increasing collagen and HA skin molecule synthesis. Triple Lift Molecule Mask infuses skin with 3 custom-sized HA Molecules (including the tiniest and most expensive one possible) together with Caire HA Growth Peptide in a vegan gel-tightening formula that naturally pushes nutrition into skin.

Carpe Sweat-Absorbing Face Wipes ($19.95)

These sweat-absorbing facial wipes feature a pH-balanced formula that refreshes, enhances, and invigorates skin. Ingredients include eucalyptus, tea tree oil, witch hazel, chamomile, lavender, and lemongrass. In addition to removing sweat and oil, the wipes also reduce shine, reduce inflammation, redness, and blemishes. Comes with 15 wipes. Paraben-free and residue-free.

Clean & Pure Manuka Honey Lip Balm ($3.99)

Renowned for its powerful healing qualities, Manuka honey acts as an antiseptic to skin and features antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. These lip balms naturally moisturize and nourish skin and contain beeswax derived from the same beehives that make Manuka honey. The primary ingredient is extra virgin olive oil grown locally in Western Australia, in addition to premium grade essential oils and vitamin E.

COVERGIRL Lash Blast Clean Volume Mascara ($7.99)

The new Lash Blast Volume Mascara was created with the brand’s vegan and clean consumers in mind to bring them a mascara with no compromises on the benefits. Modeled after COVERGIRL’s iconic orange tube, Lash Blast Volume, this mascara promises to deliver up to 10x volume compared to natural lashes. The new formula was created without some ingredients clean users tend to omit like parabens, sulfates, talc, and mineral oil, and also includes lash-loving ingredients like argan and marula oil.

Croon Reusable Microfibers ($29)

This reusable, machine washable facial microfiber cleanses, exfoliates, and removes makeup with just water. Certified by dermatological institute dDermatest, croon removes dirt, bacteria, and even has been shown to reduce pore size without any harsh chemicals. Just one croon is reusable and effective for up to 200 machine washes, saving you and the planet from 400 wipes and bottled cleansers!

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Refill ($52)

Dermalogica’s popular Daily Microfoliant is now available in a refillable pouch, which is part of the brand’s move toward sustainable packaging and a healthier planet! As part of their commitment to reduce plastic waste, the Daily Microfoliant Refill boasts a new, sleek pouch that is made with 92% less plastic, 95.6% less oil, and 95.7% fewer greenhouse gas emissions when compared to the Daily Microfoliant canister, sifter, and cap. By the end of 2020, 90% of all Dermalogica packaging will be either recyclable or biodegradable.

The exfoliating powder helps you achieve brighter, smoother skin daily with rice-based powder, which activates upon contact with water; a skin-brightening complex of phytic acid from rice bran, white tea, and licorice to balance uneven skin tone; and a super-soothing blend of colloidal oatmeal and allantoin to help calm skin.

Earth Therapeutics Micellar Cleansing Facial Wipes ($9.99)

Infused with micellar water, these facial towelettes gently and efficiently lift away dirt, oil, and makeup. Enhanced with hyaluronic acid and certified organic botanicals to hydrate, replenish, and rejuvenate the skin. The wipes are made with biodegradable natural pulp and skin emerges radiant while retaining its natural balance and integrity.  

Eskafil ($59-$65)

Eskafil is a brand-new, dermatologist-crafted beauty line of highly effective skincare products packed with nature’s natural ingredients. By tapping into ancient-old cultural traditions as a guideline, Eskafil founders discovered the power of snail slime, which contains anti-aging and wound-healing properties, as well as collagen and elastin simulation, and provides essential moisture to skin. The collection includes:

• Youth Activating Serum ($65): High-performing serum enhances skin’s moisture to help reduce fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and add dewiness.

• Youth Activating Cream ($60): Award-winning youth activating cream moisturizes, fades dark spots, and boosts collagen production.

• Youth Activating Eye Cream ($59): Gel-like formula brightens dark circles and provides lift around the eye.
  

Farmtrue Loose Smudges ($25 each)

Start 2021 off on the right note with these loose smudge mixes that are designed to burn away negativity, raise positive vibrations, and assist spiritual growth with an infusion of aromatherapy. Available in four varieties:

• Farmtrue Loose Smudge- Embark ($25.00): This aromatherapy mix contains birch bark, cinnamon, white sage, pine, and basil to encourage energetic cleansing, positivity, and new beginnings.

• Farmtue Loose Smudge- Calm ($25.00): This smudge mix contains lavender, palo santo, white sage, and blue spruce for energetic cleansing, promoting a calm and peaceful mind, and environment. 

• Farmtrue Loose Smudge- Elevate ($25.00): Elevate’s mix contains juniper, hibiscus, white sage, and rosemary to encourage energetic cleansing, spiritual growth, and increasing focus and awareness.

• Farmtrue Loose Smudge- Purify ($25.00): Containing cedar, eucalyptus, white sage, and rose, this aromatic blend can be used in your space for energetic cleansing, purification, and protection.

Fitglow Beauty Vegan Lip Liner ($22)

This lip-perfecting vegan pencil features a blending brush to enhance, hydrate, and plump lips for all-day comfort and wear. Available in Nude, Buff, and Root.

Free + True Mama Pacha Moisture Infusion Cream ($58)

Mama Pacha pays homage to the Andean fertility goddess who sustains life on Earth with her abundant harvest. Infused with ingredients known to flourish in the harshest environments, including arctic peptides, nutrient-rich botanicals, and plant lipids, this velvety rich cream sinks deeply into skin and delivers intense moisture hours after application while improving the appearance of rough patches and supporting elasticity. Ingredients include mango seed butter, beta glucan, gotu kola extract, avocado oil, and hyaluronic acid.

French Face Les Huilette Oil Night Serum ($52)

This anti-aging serum is ideal for evening use. Effective for all skin types, it helps to smooth and to restore suppleness to skin. Thanks to its pipette, you can measure accurately the number of drops needed. To be used alone or in addition to your night cream. A favorite of Meghan Markle’s!

GOGO Skincare System ($149.95)

This brand-new, three-step skincare system was created by Carmen Electra, who has maintained the same skincare regimen for over 20 years and swears by this system. The name was inspired by her single “Go-Go Dancer” off Electra’s self-title debut album produced by Prince and released in 1993. The set, packaged as a three-step system, features three products: Glow Serum, Awaken Eye Cream, and Nourish Moisturizer.

Glow Serum includes Optim Hyal (a skin-smoothing agent) and B9-Vitapol, a reformulated form of folic acid. Awaken Eye Cream utilizes Superox-C to visibly reduce wrinkles and boost skin luminosity, as well as Meiview, which increases the formulation of collagen around the eye while treating dark circles. Nourish Moisturizer uses Majestem, an active ingredient known to tighten, firm, and lift the skin, while the Optim Hyal offers smoothing and moisturizing properties. The entire line is is paraben-free, cruelty-free, sulfate-free, gluten-free, and vegan.

Goldfaden MD #GOLDFADENGLOW Sweatshirt ($108)

Cozy up this season in a limited-edition version of the MATE Organic Terry Raglan Sweatshirt, embroidered with the brand’s signature Goldfaden green!

HipDot x My Chemical Romance Collector’s Box ($64)

For its latest collaboration, HipDot has partnered with global rock sensation, My Chemical Romance, for a stunning makeup set! The My Chemical Romance Set Box is your ultimate kit for getting ready for a fun night in. Compact and double-ended products make getting ready on-the-go so easy. The set includes the Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge Palette, the Double-Ended Brush, Double-Ended Liquid Eyeliner, and a collectible limited-edition pin.

Hope Fragrances Hope Night Eau de Parfum ($300)

Hope Night is a warm, sensuous fragrance that gently intoxicates with a blend of sophisticated Oriental notes on a base of white flowers. The fragrance is formulated with two signature white floral notes, Lily of the Valley and gardenia, that mesmerize and help uplift the senses. Amber and vanilla bring warmth and comfort with an enveloping scent that is so familiar. Patchouli and plum round out the perfume with head-turning, alluring scents.

Humble All Natural Deodorant in Star Anise & Palmarosa ($9.99)

In collaboration with Pretty Little Liars’ Troian Bellisario, the natural deodorant and wellness company dedicated to creating products formulated with clean and simple ingredients has released a deodorant inspired by the actress’s signature scent! A unique blend of scents adds an earthy warmth and hint of mystery to your daily routine. The clean floral spice of palmarosa and patchouli rounds out the alpine sharpness of fir balsam. The aromatic touch of star anise suggests a hint of sweetness and has a tenacity that will enliven you all day long!

Humphreys Witch Hazel Alcohol-Free Mists ($11.99 each)

These seven unique toners offer a vegan, cruelty-free skincare experience free of dyes, sulfates, parabens, gluten, and phthalates. Humphreys sources their coveted wild crop witch hazel in the forests of New England. Humphreys Witch Hazel is distinctively wild harvested to capture the vital plant essence and distilled to preserve its natural potency. Available in Pure Witch Hazel, Organic Lavender, Organic Rose, Rose, Aloe, Cucumber, and White Grapefruit.

Hush & Hush ShieldUp ($40)

This immunity-boosting supplement reduces stress and protects against pollution and environmental damage with adaptogens like Rhodiola rosea root, while supporting the immune system with 500mg of vitamin C. Suitable for men and women, the vegan, plant-based formul safely boosts energy levels with maca root and organic turmeric and minimizes inflammation with organic antioxidants. Take two capsules daily when you’re feeling run down or burnt out.

Innersense Organic Beauty Harmonic Healing Oil ($26-$70)

Nourish the scalp and skin with this rich treatment oil that is formulated with flower essences and oils, including evening primrose, macadamia, and tamanu to balance skin and scalp health and nutrition. Features lavender fragrance notes.

Iris & Romeo Best Skin Days 5-in-1 Skincare + Dewy Coverage Broad Spectrum SPF 25 ($64)

This 5-in-1-breakthrough formula is a serum, moisturizer, sheer coverage, sunscreen, and blue light/pollution protector. An instant skin beautifier that gives natural coverage and a dewy, glowy finish, while also protecting against UVA and UVB sunlight and oxidative stress caused from blue light. Available in multiple colors and the brand also offers a complimentary shade matching service.

Kana Lotus CBD Essence Toner ($62)

This lightweight and deeply moisturizing essence toner is packed with rich antioxidants and helps calm inflammation. Ingredients such as green tea, rosemary, licorice root, and broad spectrum CBD lighten dark spots/blemishes, promote the synthesis of collagen, and regenerate skin so it looks smoother and younger. Pink Lotus has been revered for centuries for its ability to emerge pure and beautiful from the most difficult environments, and it eliminates redness and swelling while promoting clear and radiant skin.

Karma Wellness Water in Elderberry Starfruit ($2.49)

This January, the brand is set to debut its latest flavor, transforming pristine water by storing its proprietary blend of health-conscious ingredients in a patented Karma Cap until you’re ready to drink. Each bottle contains super-ingredients and vitamins that infuse into the beverage for water that packs on the health benefits. Elderberry Starfruit features a a mix of superfruits (including acai, pomegranate, and cranberry) and über antioxidants that promote health and immunity. Also includes zinc, vitamin C, and tea polyphenols. Karma Elderberry Starfruit Wellness Water can be found in major retailers Walmart, Kroger, CVS, Rite Aid, Harris Teeter, Wegmans, and Amazon.

Kenra Professional Platinum Dry Setting Spray ($25)

This lightweight spray is infused with velvet flower and locks styles in place without weighing them down! Customize your look with a medium or high hold, using the adjustable twist nozzle to finish any style. Effortlessly set the stage for your next Signature look!

KUSSHI Leopard Makeup Bag ($109)

This stylish and convenient makeup bag opens on all three sides and offers storage for an eyelash curler, beauty blender, and more. The brush organizer folds in half and snaps directly into the makeup bag for easy organization; it features an anti-microbial and anti-mold, stain resistant and water-repellent surface; has 11 pockets to hold everything you need, and is fully machine washable! Available in black and candy apple red (pictured).

Kypris Puff of Love Nurturing Anytime Moisturizer ($165)

This nurturing, anytime, lightweight moisturizer is infused with nature’s most loving botanicals and green biotechnology’s most kind actives. Featured ingredients include hemp, glutathione (an antioxidant), and bacillus (a fermented ocean extract that moisturizes and hydrates skin).

La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Wash ($14.99)

This moisturizing body wash and face wash for extra dry, sensitive skin provides 24-hour hydration starting in the shower. Formulated with La Roche-Posay prebiotic water, Postbiotic Aqua Posae Filiformis, shea butter, and niacinamide, the comforting foaming wash helps protect skin from the drying effects of water and leaves the skin clean, soft, and instantly soothed. Suitable for babies as young as 2 weeks, as well as children and adults.

Lake & Skye 11 11 Candle ($48)

The sublime scent of 11 11 is tailored into candle form for home enrichment and combines a musky blend of white ambers. Made with 100% soy wax. Free of parabens, phthalates, and sulfates. Vegan and cruelty-free. 
Candle provides 50 hours of burn time. 

Laki Naturals Throat Soaks ($24.98)

Gurgling with salt water is a popular alternative remedy for many throat and mouth issues, and these throat soaks are made with hydrating Hawaiian sea salts, chamomile, and zinc to help soothe and calm sore, dry or scratchy throats and support overall oral health.  Sea salt is a natural anti-bacterial agent and when used as a salt water gargle it can help to maintain the natural pH balance in the mouth. These also naturally freshen breath and include four fun flavors: Licorice & Orange, Echinacea & Mint, Ginger & Pineapple, and Elderberry & Mango.

L’ange Le Body Collection ($15-$25)

Turn your bathroom into the ultimate self-care experience with this collection of decadent body care products that will pamper you from head to toe. Available in Midsummer, a luxurious fruity-floral fragrance with soft musk base notes, the products are available individually and can be purchased as a set here. The collection includes:

• Le Savon Gentle Hand Soap ($15): Gentle sulfate-free liquid soap contains naturally humectant glycerin to lock-in moisture and leave hands hydrated, smooth, and delicately scented.

• Le Satin Nourishing Hand Cream ($15): Luxurious hand cream absorbs quickly and is infused with antioxidant-rich shea butter and replenishing natural oils. 

• Le Sable Renewing Body Polish ($18): Creamy body scrub formulated with pumice and hydrated silica gently exfoliates while coconut extract, shea butter, and vitamin E nourish and soften.

• L’apres Body Conditioner ($18): Luxe, rinse-off body moisturizer absorbs quickly into damp skin and is infused with coconut alkanes, shea butter, and vitamin E to nourish and hydrate.

• Le Beurre Rich Body Butter ($25): Creamy body butter contains a blend of coconut oil plus cocoa and shea butters to deliver intense hydration.

L’ange Le Duo 360° Airflow Styler ($179)

Create straight and wavy styles with this lightweight, ergonomic styler that features an easy-to-use clip and is studded with tiny air vents to instantly cool and lock-in your style. The soft-touch finish, comfort grip, and easy-to-use clip holds hair in place and makes styling effortless. It’s ready for use in seconds and is great for all hair types—even those that are resistant to styling. Enjoy a large, adjustable heat range of 280°F to 430°F. The LED digital interface shows you precisely how hot the tool is and when it’s ready to style. And how cute is the pink color?

Leaf People Lymphatic Support Oil ($69)

This herbal extracted oil features powerful medicinal plants like red root, nettles, and cleavers to support and strengthen the lymph nodes and lymph system, as well as promote detoxification of the lymphatic fluids. Effectively paired with uplifting essential oils including grapefruit, fennel, and geranium, it helps support immunity, promotes radiant-looking skin, reduces puffiness, moves excess fluids in the body, and enhances overall health.

LEEF Organics Steep CBN Bath Tea ($16)

This multi-cannabinoid CBN + CBD Bath Tea contains 20mg of CBD and 10mg of CBN, and helps gently lead you to sleep and encourage a more restful night sleep. Ingredients include magnesium sulfate, Dead Sea salt, red rose buds and petals, chamomile, neroli oil, and passion flower. Also helps nourish skin and relieves topical skin irritations while providing an aromatic experience.

Lights Lacquer Holiday Bundle ($52)

Get festive nails with this collection of six stunning shades that look great with all skin tones. The long-lasting, cushion-based formula is highly pigmented and can be applied in one coat (two thin coats are recommended). The rounded, flat brush features an oval stem that makes for a smooth application and is perfect for all size nails. 7-free. Set includes:

• Hoping to be Kissed (hunter green glitter with silver & gold shimmer)

• Misfit Toys (snowy baby blue)

• Lucy (candy apple red with smooth pearlescent shimmer)

• I’m All Toasty Inside (holographic gold with champagne hues)

• Fuzzy Socks (fine rainbow shimmer with icy blue reflect)

• I’ll Be Home (deep velvet blue with a matte finish)

Lola’s Lashes Amber Magnetic Eyelashes and Eyeliner Kit ($65.95)

100% vegan and cruelty-free, Lola's Magnetic Lashes and Adhesive Eyeliners are safe and easy to use when you want to add some glam to your look! The UK’s top brand of non-toxic lashes are now available in the US via fast ordering and shipping. Lola’s Lashes are powered by five mini magnets on the lash band (clicks into place on contact with eyeliner), waterproof, wind-proof sweat-proof, and made from high-quality, synthetic silk, never mink. This kit includes one pair of Magnetic Eyelashes, Black Magnetic Eyeliner, and Cleansing Oil. Offers 30+ wears and is better on the eyes than traditional lashes with glue.

Luxy Hair Midnight Hour Accessory Collection ($59)

Stay out past curfew with the gorgeous Midnight Hour Accessory Collection, which includes: After Dark Ruched Satin Headband, Dusk To Dawn Scrunchie Set, Let’s Link Up Gold Chain Clips, Pretty In Pearl Hair Clip Set, and Sleepover Mini Satin Scrunchie Trio.

Makanai Beauty Hand-Crafted Face Soap ($40)

Using an ancient soap-making method, this round bar is cold processed and requires aging for over four weeks to develop the full benefits of its moisturizing components. Available in Rich (for dry skin) and Fresh (oily skin), the soap gently removes unwanted sebum and dead skin cells. Rich is enriched with honey and five botanical oils including Japanese Camellia oil, sesame oil, hybrid sunflower oil, coconut oil, and camellia oleifera seed oil to smooth and hydrates skin. Fresh is powered by kiri charcoal from Akita Prefecture in Japan, known for its higher capacity to attract various types of impurities than normal charcoal.

Maven Beauty Cosmic Drip Eyeshadow Palettes ($23 each)

The brand recently launched a brand-new Euphoria-inspired collection of bold metallics and smokey sparkles called Cosmic Drip, which includes eyeshadow palettes, liquid glitter eyeshadows, and waterproof liquid liners, affordably priced at $14-23. Maven Beauty is the new, affordable, 100% vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand of pro-level products for everyone from Fashion Nova, one of the world’s leading fashion and lifestyle brands. The Cosmic Drip Eyeshadow Palettes come in 3 color variations packed with high-intensity jewel tones and sparkly smoky metallics: Cosmos, Stargate, and Nova.

MiHIGH Infrared Sauna Blanket ($499)

Get the benefits of infrared saunas (including weight loss, detoxification, and skin care) from the comfort of your own home. Now you can get your infrared sauna fix every week at a fraction of the cost! The portable infrared sauna blanket is built with layers of far infrared heating and toxin-free fabrics and work well on any heatproof surface, such as a bed. Relax and enjoy for 30 minutes to an hour to feel refreshed, recharged, and ready to take on the day!

MOBOT x Ruben Rojas Foam Roller Water Bottle ($62.99)

This stunning collab pairs renowned graffiti artist Ruben Rojas’ vibrant street art and bold signature love graffiti pattern with MOBOT’s foam roller water bottle, sending a loud and clear message to embrace ‘love’ this new year. The Love 27oz Grace gives you the ability to roll your entire body with ease and target specific muscles. The smaller diameter is perfect to carry with you as it fits most backpack sleeves and gym equipment. Drink 3 to 4 bottles per day and you've met your hydration needs!

Odacite Mon Ami Facial Acupressure Beauty Tool ($19)

Over time, perpetual tension, stress, squinting, and other facial contractions will cause skin cells to be squeezed and wrinkles to form. This acupressure tool is designed to promote facial muscle relaxation and melt away all facial tension. Use the rounded end of the tool and apply medium pressure in 3-second increments to various pressure points to achieve Third Eye clarity, open and awaken the eye area, ease puffiness, relax jaw tension, and soften lip pressure.

Odele Texturizing Sea Salt Spray ($11.99)

Infused with natural sea-salt, this spray is formulated to bring new life to limp locks and help you achieve your best tousled texture. Sand not included. The 100% natural balanced blend is made up of watery green notes, cucumber, oakmoss, ylang-ylang, and other florals. Best for hair that’s straight to wavy or curly, fine to medium. All Odele products are gender neutral.

Ojai Energetics CBD Coconut Oil ($27.95)

Two of the world’s most powerful superfoods, hemp and coconut oil, have been combined to create a CBD-rich hemp coconut oil that can be used in a multitude of ways. Use it in your coffee, smoothies, on your skin, in your hair, for massages, and more! Formulated with raw and virgin coconut oil filled with enzymes and healthy fats that synergize perfectly with the CBD-rich hemp oil made from certified organic hemp flowers.

One of One by C’est Moi ($9-$42)

Brand Ambassador Liza Koshy’s capsule collection expands on the brand’s principles of clean beauty with thoughtfully formulated multipurpose and multidimensional products, all of which are EWG VERIFIED™ and made for anyone that has sensitive skin. The collection includes:

• F(ace) Balm Cleansing Duo ($16): Multi-cleansing stick provides a silky cleansing balm on one end, and an exfoliating silicone brush on the other.

• Treatment Mists ($16 each): Available in Chill Out Calming, Go Out Energizing, and Level Out Balancing.

• Milk It Shimmering Hydrafluid ($20): Shimmering hydra-fluid is a super moisturizing blend of jojoba milk and hyaluronic acid so skin has a luminizing glow.

• Give ‘Em Face Mask Artist Set ($42): Features four targeted facial treatments (hydrating, brightening, exfoliating, and calming)

• Give ‘Em Lip (& Cheek) Tinted Balm ($14 each): Buttery balms with a blend of antioxidant powerhouse oils give lips and cheeks a radiant flush of color.

• Flash Please Liquid Highlighter ($12 each): Creamy highlighter gives the skin a fresh dewy look.

• Think Twice Eyeliner Pencil ($12 each): Multidimensional liners give you two complementary shades in one pencil.

OTZI Dough Therapy Pore Treatment Mask ($30)

MBX has released its second Sephora collaboration, OTZI, a community-focused K-beauty skincare line that features five products including this five-minute wash-off mask inspired by rice dough that targets the look of pores and dullness for brighter-looking, smoother skin. The collection also includes:

• Hydro Crystal Lightweight Gel Moisturizer ($28): A lightweight gel moisturizer formulated with hyaluronic acid and crystal flower blend to hydrate, visibly plump, and soften skin.

• Crystal Nova Gentle Makeup Removing Cleanser ($25): An opalescent makeup-removing cleanser formulated with a Korean Crystal Flower Blend for soft, crystal-clear-looking skin.

• C-Drip Vitamin C Brightening Serum ($35): A visibly brightening vitamin C serum formulated with ginseng berry to moisturize for a glowy, more even-looking complexion.

• Multi-Acid Drip AHA/PHA Resurfacing Serum ($35): A resurfacing multi-acid blend serum featuring AHA, PHA, and willow bark extract paired with a Korean tea blend to gently reveal soft, smooth skin.

Pacific Shaving Co. Natural Shaving Oil ($22.99)

Made from essential oils, this shaving oil is great for men and women, and works on even the most sensitive skin. It provides a consistently smooth shave that leaves your face conditioned and moisturized. It also applies clear so you can finally see where you're shaving—particularly great for shaving around blemishes, sculpting a beard or mustache—even shaving your head! Leaves skin conditioned and moisturized, resulting in fewer nicks and no razor burn. Lasts up to 400 shaves.

Pai Skincare System D Cooling Eye Serum ($59)

This cooling eye serum provides instant relief and is fueled by a plant-based ceramide complex that strengthens the skin, building resistance against environmental stressors. Thanks to its cooling ceramic applicator and three-pronged system of calming actives which includes the ceramide complex, hyaluronic acid and schisandra, the delicate eye area is soothed, cooled, and firm.

Paris Laundry Nourishing Facial Oil ($68)

This nutrient-dense facial oil is infused with skin-balancing organic oils and plant extracts. The delicate blend of fatty acid-rich plant oils is designed to emulate the body’s own sebum and help accelerate skin healing. The active anti-inflammatory and antioxidant rich ingredients help to repair the skin while also minimizing the skins of aging. It can add an instant glow for daytime or be applied at night for a luxurious overnight treatment.

Physicians Formula All-Star Face Palette ($17.99)

The first-ever Physicians Formula All-Star Face Palette features the brand’s best-of-the-best lineup of bronzers, face powders, blushes, and highlighters in versatile matte and multi-dimensional shades. Get all access to the velvety-smooth formulas that provide buildable payoff and create unique, customizable looks. Includes Murumuru Butter Bronzer, Matte Monoi Butter Bronzer, Rosé All Day Petal Glow Highlighter, Happy Booster Glow & Mood Boosting Blush, and Powder Palettes in Mineral Glow Pearls Highlighter and Face Powder.

R+Co BLEU Primary Color Shampoo ($59)

R+Co BLEU is the new sister couture collection to R+Co and each product is fully sustainable and formulated with high-performing, non-toxic ingredients, including the BLEU Molecule Complex, which builds strength and shine. The line includes products in beautiful packaging designed for every hair type: Volume, Color, Essentials, and Repair & Moisture). This shampoo will keep all shades brilliant, locks in color, hydration, and luxurious shine. Check out the rest of the collection here.

Ready Set Jet Beauty Hydrate and Glow Beauty Baton ($32)

The ultimate skincare companion, this two-sided product gently cleanses skin with the Skin Glowing Scrub, while Glow Baby Glow Face Balm gives skin an instant boost of moisture. ade with a proprietary blend of anti-pollution, brightening ingredients, these formulas slough off dead dry skin while hydrating and glowing on the go! Apply scrub as needed in areas that are chapped, dry or dull. Follow with the Glow Baby Glow Balm anywhere you need a little extra hydration. Works as a perfect lip and eye balm under and over makeup!

RE:P Nutrinature Ultra All-Night Moisture & Relief Mask ($32)

This natural sleeping mask recovers from dry, dull, and stressed skin while moisturizing, nourishing, and soothing overnight. Comes in a semi-opaque cream texture to be applied abundantly on the entire face right before going to bed. The moisturizing and nourishing formula containing lemon balm, apple mint, tea tree oil, basil oil, olive oil, and other skin-boosting natural ingredients works while you sleep so you can wake up to replenished and abundantly hydrated skin!

Rinna Beauty Iconic Collection Lipstick ($22 each)

Rinna Beauty is a new luxury beauty brand by actress and Real Housewives’ star Lisa Rinna, and these vegan, creamy satin lipsticks from the collection glide on smoothly and provide long-lasting color and hydration. Easily glides on lips and coats them with a silky-smooth color and sheen. Easy lip absorption creates an optimal combination of moisture and softness. Enriched ingredients provide the ultimate protection for your lips. Available in three gorgeous shades: Rosé All Day (creamy peach nude), Troublemaker (creamy warm beige), and Pucker Up B!tch (warm tone caramel color nude).

Sanlier Cozumel Top ($170) & Acapulco Skirt ($220)

Whether you live in warm, tropical destination (or want to recreate that vacation vibe at home), Sanlier’s Resort ‘21 collection silhouettes and prints can easily be worn at the beach or out on the town. Available in white and Papaya (pictured), you’ll love the comfortable fit and flattering style of the bandeau top with off-the-shoulder puffed sleeves and a maxi skirt. 55% Rayon, 40% Cotton, 5% Linen.

Scribd x Dorothy B. & Co: Feeling My Shelf Candle ($21)

This unique candle is designed to offer the full, relaxing experience of cozying up with a good book in your favorite place to unwind. With notes of teakwood, sandalwood, patchouli, amyris, and dark musk, Feeling My Shelf evokes the smell of crisp book pages creating the true ambience of enjoying a good book while allowing readers to pursue Scribd’s vast and ever-growing digital catalog with millions of premium ebooks, audiobooks, podcasts, magazines and more. Feeling My Shelf is a limited-edition release and each candle comes with a promo code to unlock a free three-month Scribd subscription ($30 value). Candle provides 50 hours of burn time.

Six Gldn Skin Care ($13-$99)

This newly-launched clean skincare brand aims to cut through excess and uses gold standard botanicals (like bakuchiol) to deliver naturally gorgeous skin in just four simple steps. All of the products come in eco-packaging to minimize waste and the brand’s environmental impact. The line includes:

• Botanical Cleansing Gel ($56) Sulfate-free foaming cleanser refreshes and purifies as it softens and conditions with natural plant power. Enriched with antioxidants and the brand’s exclusive Botanical Detoxifying Complex of ginseng, licorice, angelica root, magnolia berry, and burdock.

• Botanical Toner ($69) Triple-action toner leaves skin soothed, balanced, and hydrated with the brand’s exclusive adaptogen and antioxidant-rich Botanical Detoxifying Complex. Refines and tightens the look of pores with daily use.

• Daily Vitamin C Radiance ($104) All-in-one daily serum visibly brightens, gives a burst of hydration, and targets signs of aging. Powered by a gentle but potent blend of THD ascorbate (vitamin C), retinol-alternative bakuchiol, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and the brand’s exclusive Botanical Glow Complex.

• Essential Moisturizer ($109) With a blend of hyaluronic acid, the brand’s exclusive Botanical Glow Complex, plant stem cells, and powerful antioxidants, skin looks soft, smooth, firmed, plumped and healthy. Visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• Nourishing Face Oil ($99) Intensely hydrating blend of cold-pressed jojoba, grape seed, rose hip, rice bran, apricot kernel, sweet almond, and evening primrose oils with adaptogens and botanical extracts. To be used in place of moisturizer when skin needs extra nourishment.

Slip Delicates Bag ($15)

The silk bed and hair accessories brand has launched a delicates bag that will make it easier to care for all your Slip accessories. Made of 100% polyester with an invisible zipper. Machine washable. Recommended use is to wash on a delicate cycle with a pH-neutral liquid detergent.

Snif Bundle Kit ($150)

Snif is a direct-to-consumer fragrance brand that offers clean, high-quality, genderless scents formulated without preservatives, phthalates, parabens, and synthetic dye. Vegan and cruelty-free, Snif launched with its debut collection of three luxury-level scents: Ex On The Beach, Salty Stares, and Way With Woods. By ordering a bundle kit, featuring three full-sized bottles plus three testers, customers are able to trial each fragrance for 7 days. Customers can keep what they love and send back what they don’t with each bottle costing $65 or $150 if you choose to keep all three. Set includes:

• Salty Stares: Green, slightly peppery, and refreshing.

• Ex on the Beach: Smooth, warm, floral, and woodsy.

• Way with Woods: Woodsy with a touch of white tea.

Soon Skincare Strawberry Lip Mask with Collagen ($38)

Plump, hydrate, and lighten dark spots with these daily lip masks that are packed with high-impact ingredients to deliver a healthier-looking pout! The ideal pre-treatment for lip liner, lipstick, and lipgloss to prevent flaking and color bleeding. Strawberry fights collagen breakdown and UV damage, collagen firms, plumps, and restores lips; and allantoin improves lip smoothness and combats signs of aging.

Southold Bay Face Cream ($29)

Featuring oyster technology, this new skincare brand (launched in October 2020) features a unique formula derived from a rich ingredient found in oysters called Nacre, which produces a protective moisturizing film that provides a repairing effect on damaged skin. Developed by the oyster farmers at Southold Bay Oysters on the North Fork of Long Island, the face cream helps you achieve younger-looking skin and hydrates and moisturizes, increasing skin elasticity while reducing the look of wrinkles.

Tatcha The Dewy Serum Resurfacing and Plumping Treatment ($88)

This three-in-one, lightweight serum smooths the look of fine lines and texture with lactic acid from Hadasei-3™, visibly plumps with hyaluronic acid, and locks in moisture with squalane. Together, these replenishing ingredients work to make your skin look smoother, plumper, and dewier.

Twice Toothpaste Classic Duo ($11.88/2-pack)

Co-founded by Lenny Kravitz, Twice is an oral care company on a mission to create better habits and better health and features toothpaste packed with active ingredients, vitamins, and aloe vera. This duo includes two incredible flavors, Invigorating Wintergreen and Peppermint + Calming Vanilla Lavender Mint, which whiten teeth, protect against sensitivity, prevent cavities, and remineralize enamel.

Undone Beauty Water Bronzer ($10)

This super fresh, ultra-blendable, water-based bronzing stick applies long-lasting color that easily washes off. Innovative water-based technology softly melts into skin and blends perfectly for the most natural-looking tan you can get—no more streaks, lines or mistakes. Includes coconut water for added glow. Can be used for contour or a sheer wash of color. Non-comedogenic; won’t clog pores. Vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and gluten-free. Available in four gorgeous shades (Baked, Blast, Sangria, and Amber).

Upness Balmie ($20)

Revive dry skin with this hemp-infused healing balm formulated with broad spectrum hemp extract, shea butter, and aloe. Designed to help soothe, heal, and prevent dry patches. Available in Chocolate, Strawberry, and Vanilla.

VERSED Silk Slip Tinted Lip Oil ($9.99 each)

The brand’s popular, long-lasting, moisturizing, and anti-aging lip oil comes in three shades (Ruby, Fig, and Blossom) and gives lips a wash of color while keeping them soft and hydrated. The antioxidant-rich vitamin E in combination with a moisturizing blend of jojoba, camellia, and sesame oils gets rid of chapped lips and the sheer (yet addicting!) shades will instantly brighten up your day.

Volto Urbano Radiance Recovery Biocellulose Masks ($65)

This biodegradable face mask delivers a medley of radiance-enhancing actives and contours to the face like a second skin for an intense infusion of powerful ingredients. Includes Tropaeolum Majus Extract, derived from nasturtium flowers to stimulate the ATP cell renewal process to fight digital pollution, and Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract and Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, which combine strong polyphenol antioxidants to wipe away free radicals. This mask promotes oxygenation, purifies skin from environmental irritants, and protects skin from damaging blue light and infrared radiation.

Youth To The People 15% Vitamin C + Clean Caffeine Energy Serum ($68)

This first-of-its-kind clinical-grade 15% vitamin C serum is boosted with clean, plant-derived caffeine from superleafs yerba mate and guayusa to immediately brighten, visibly reduce morning puffiness, and hydrate. With daily use, this super dose of antioxidants helps reduce the look of hyperpigmentation, even skin tone, and visibly firm.

Zero Fuss Wave Spray ($9.99)

Create a relaxed, undone look with this non-sticky, non-drying sea salt spray that is designed to create volume, separation, and texture. It delivers all the benefits of a sea salt texturizing spray in a revolutionary non-drying, nourishing formula while enhancing organic body, volume, and texture without stiffness for that healthy, “just left the beach” look. Medium hold and free from parabens, alcohol, gluten, phosphates, and artificial colorants.

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Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk