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It seems like we can’t go a day without a new beauty release. A new lipstick here. A new cleaner there. It can be overwhelming and fast.
However, from celebrity skincare lines to eyeliners and mascaras, Cut’s style team constantly tests a myriad of products. It’s a big part of our jobs. If a sunscreen has a horrible white cast, we’d better tell you that, and if a cleanser left our skin dry and dehydrated, we’d tell you that, too. From now on, you can count on us to share our top favorite beauty products each month from the overflow of products we’ve tried.
From summer must-haves like Augustinus Bader’s lightweight moisturizer to Rizos Curls’ newest volumizing hairspray that has the best frizz control, there were a variety of drops. If you’ve been on the fence about what to fill your cart with, start with a few of these.
I have been a victim of overexfoliation in the past and have struggled to find a happy medium ever since. This scrub is so gentle that it can be used daily without damaging the skin barrier. The powder forms a soft foam in a light and milky texture, which has already become one of my favorites. The oat extract has been super calming and soothing on days when my skin is irritated.
The first thing my best friend asked me when I told her I was wearing a new hyaluronic acid lip liner was, “Does it stay on?” The answer is yes. The hybrid trend of skincare and makeup continues with Kosas’s newest hotliners, a lip liner made to hydrate and soothe that also defines lips. The supreme dark brown shade paired with my Ami Colé lip treatment oil has become my go-to summer lipstick.
The iconic Pat McGrath said, “It’s a summer of blushing girls.” These beautifully pigmented blush duos blend seamlessly. They are already loved by celebrities like Doja Cat, Cardi B and Naomi Campbell. And with these, a little goes a long way because the pigments are so powerful. While there is a color for every complexion, the violet and blue-red combo has me choking. I start with a bit of red and mix it with a bit of deep purple for a flushed face that suits my summer tan perfectly.
This two-step set gets right to the point. An exfoliating mask that reveals smoother skin and a face oil that soothes and calms directly after the scrub. Between the ingredients and the results, it’s a duo worth bagging.
I am a fan of just about everything Augustinus Bader releases because the products are well formulated and get the job done. If you’re familiar with the rich cream, its thick and deeply hydrating moisturizer, then you’ll love it. It has the same nourishing effect but with an extremely light texture and a mattifying finish. I love it under makeup, but it’s also great on its own. Is it a waste? Yes. Will your skin thank you? Also if. Especially if you’re surviving the humidity of New York summers. It’s a moisturizer you’ll wish you had sooner.
Remember last year’s Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Viral Eye Tightener? This year, the brand bundled another FIRMx masterpiece: collagen-filled gel face and eye patches. Not only did I feel the difference in my skin’s hydration after one use, but the firmness and smoothness around my smile lines was instant.
We love multi-use products! These YSL Beauty lip and cheek tints just made life so much easier. With hyaluronic acid and shea butter, the creamy tint leaves lips and face nourished. It comes in three blendable shades that leave a subtle, natural tint. It’s perfect for those natural days when you just want a pop of colour, and it’s small enough to fit in your bag.
Olaplex’s bond-building technology repairs and strengthens hair in a unique way, and their latest clarifying shampoo is no different. As someone with a lot of excess oil built up in my hair from daily workouts, this shampoo did wonders for getting my hair back on track. It is formulated to smooth strands while providing shine and color clarity.
I am officially a fan of these cult favorite light mists from Sol de Janeiro. The three new limited edition scents are perfect for summer. My favorite so far is Tan Lines, a beachy floral scent with hints of vanilla and coconut. These aren’t the longest-lasting scents, but the plastic bottles fit nicely in your bag, so you can reapply throughout the day.
If you have dry skin, you know even the free lotions at the fanciest hotels aren’t enough, which is why I love these little TSA-approved tubs from Hanahana Beauty. Whipped shea butter melts into an oil that keeps skin super soft, hydrated, and smelling amazing.
I am going through a hair journey right now and learning how to take care of my newfound curls. When my hair was wavy, I avoided volumizing sprays because I didn’t like how crunchy it left my hair. I was skeptical about adding one to my routine again, but this one from Rizos Curls really nourishes and controls frizz without that weird crunchy feeling. I love using it to secure a sleek ponytail or as a last step on my damp hair before letting it air dry.
During the summer, I tend to switch to gel moisturizers so my skin stays hydrated without feeling too heavy. I love that now I can do the same with my body lotion. Soft Services’ new rehydrating lotion absorbs in seconds and even has a cooling effect, perfect for all those hot summer days. I tried mine this particularly hot weekend in New York and I’m happy to report that it didn’t feel sticky.
My eczema-prone skin is a fan of anything with honey, and Gisou’s beauty balm did not disappoint. For sale exclusively on gisou.com, this balm is ideal for applying to the entire body before going to bed. Don’t worry, while honey can be sticky and you may be afraid your sheets will hug you in the wrong places, this oil and balm blend melts and absorbs like an oil, so your skin will be nourished without residue. not wanted.
A sunscreen without white shades? Sign me up! Its consistency is like a serum, and it leaves my skin with an instant feeling of volume and vitality.
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