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It’s fall and I’ve found some new faves to share. First up is a new staple for me.

It is Ciele’s bronze & protect SPF 50+ bronzing concentrate. This is different than bronzing drops but can be used in the same way. I love to add 5 drops to my foundation. It gives the most suntanned goddess look, with the protection of spf 50. The consistency is water-like, and the pay off is huge.

I am rarely impressed by a Shampoo and Conditioner. I was shocked to discover how much I like Matrix’s Food for Soft Shampoo & Conditioner. It left my hair soft and manageable. It is great for thick hair.

I found a brow gel that does all that you want. It’s Sephora Collection’s Shape & Set Clear Eyebrow Gel. This gel holds brows in place and beyond. There is no stickyness. You can go for a natural look or use the special brush to get a laminated look.

I did not think I was into cream blush. I have always preferred liquid and powder. Morphe’s Huephoric Rush 3-in-1 Silk Blush. This blush has a natural look with one swipe and buildable for major color. It is a buttery texture that melts into skin. It gives an instant plumping look.

with K18’s AstroLift reparative volume spray. This is my favorite hair find of 2025! I can’t say enough good things about this product. I have very long, thick hair. It’s hard for me to get volume because of the weight. This spray lifts hair and holds a look like a texture spray does. It is extreamly lightweight and not sticky. You can use it on dry or towel dried hair. I use it as the last step in my look to amplify waves and make them stay for days. The K18 peptide helps reverse damage. I love K18 and this is my favorite product they’ve made.

everywhere. Maison Louis Marie’s Fleur de Vanille Hair and Body Mist. This mist is perfect for someone who likes a subtle sugary, vanilla scent. It does not overpower and will mix well with most perfumes. The spray is gentle and will not affect your hairstyle. It works upside down so you can hit any angle. It is called warm and spicy but I think it is warm and musky. I love that it is alcohol free, so I know it won’t be damaging to my hair. It is powered with hyaluronic acid and seaweed extract which are designed to moisturize the skin.

Olaplex’s No 10 Bond Shaper Curl Defining Gel. I have wavy hair and I have not seen many products designed to accentuate my waves without leaving them crunchy. I am happy to say Olaplex’s Bond Shaper did just that. Olaplex is the OG when it comes to hair bonds. They have taken that science and created a gel that defines all types of curls and waves. It is lightweight and easy to use. I found it made my hair dry faster than usual as well. My waves were amplified and controlled with next to no frizz. I think this product is great for men and women with all types of hair that has a bit of curl.

Here’s what I’m into this month…..

For my hair I’m loving Carol’s Daughter Born To Repair Shampoo and Conditioner. It makes hair strong, soft, and manageable.

I’m also really liking the Agadir Rosemary & Rice Water collection for both in shower and styling products.

On my face and lips I’m liking Macrene Actives High Performance Face Cream, Serum, and Lip Filler. The line gives results and is packed with good for you ingredients.

My Essence is called a Toner but it does all the things. It’s Alleven’s Total Toner.

Lastly, for my girls that love budget find, She Glam’s Insta Ready Face and Under Eye Setting Powder Duo in Bubble Gum is an incredible under eye brightener. It will also lock your concealer in place.

I’m just now realizing I haven’t shared my favorite hair oil. How rude of me. It’s Redken’s All Soft Argan-6 Oil. The All Soft line has been my go to Shampoo and Conditioner forever. A year ago I realized there was a hair oil, and found it to be as amazing as I expected.  It gives me soft, shiny, frizz free hair. It is also a heat protectant and can be used on dry hair to smooth out flyaways and add shine. A little goes a long way.  I get mine at Ulta.

I use sunscreen 365 days a year, and you should too. I found a great one for your face. It’s Kinship’s Self Reflect Probiotic Moisturizing Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide SPF 32. It feels great on my skin and works well under makeup. It also has Turmeric in it so soothe and protect skin. 

My hair is really long, and I’m always looking for products to give it volume at the root. I have found that Drybar’s Southern Belle Volume Boosting Root Lifter really helps. You add a bit to your roots and get major volume.

I found an inexpensive night cream I love. I use it over a retinol serum. It’s Versed Skincare’s Recovery Mode Advanced Night Cream. It’s a pretty purple cream designed to fight aging and dryness. It uses fermented purple tea, green coffee, and microalgae. I love how it sits on my skin. It’s not too heavy but highly protective.

when you want to actually clean your strands with dry shampoo Swair haircare is there for you with their showerless shampoo. It’s designed for post workout hair. You spray it throughout your scalp, comb through, then towel dry. You’re good to go, if you want you can do a quick blowdry for a more finished look. Swair is designed to interact with your hair so “dirt and sweat can be towel dried away leaving you with hair that is actually clean”.  Dry shampoo is designed to give the look of clean hair, Swair actually does the job. 

Nature Lab’s Tokyo Perfect Clean Style Refresher was the first product I tried from this company. I’m hoping the whole line is as amazing as this product is. I have very long, thick hair and I touch it way too much. My biggest issue is the roots getting oily and the heaviness making it look limp. This product is perfect for those issues. It smells amazing, it refreshes, absorbs oil, and reinvigorates your look. It is perfect for post gym hair, or post cigar bar. You must shake it really well to get the proper effect. Simply spray roots to end and you’re good to go. It is lightweight and leaves no residue. I have very dark brown hair and there was not a spec of white to be seen. This allows you an extra day, to three days between washes. 

Kenra’s Design Spray 9 Light Hold Hairspray is my new favorite hairspray. It tames hair and gives a movable hold, while being soft and brushable. My favorite thing is the smell! It smells like strawberries and cream, and I can’t get enough of it. I’ve had people comment on the fragrance is passing. I got mine at Ulta.