I’m rounding up my September magnificence favorites! Fall is formally right here though I really feel like we’re skipping this season and going straight into vacation with the sweetness units and vacation launches rolling in already. I’ll have some on new magnificence launches quickly however for now here’s what I liked in September.
New Favourite Basis Brush
My favourite discovery of the month is the Laura Mercier Actual Basis Brush ($46). For some cause this brush doesn’t appear to be out there in all places despite the fact that it was launched with their new Actual Flawless Basis (I put on the shade 3N1 Buff). That is palms down THE greatest basis brush I’ve tried. It’s even higher than the Hourglass Vanish Seamless Basis Brush.
The Laura Mercier Actual Basis Brush has a really distinctive form and the right density. The comb is angled and made in a tear drop form so it glides alongside the angles of your face for flawless basis utility. The teardrop form makes it straightforward to get product within the element areas or corners completely – I ponder why no person else has made a brush like this earlier than.
Basis utility is easy and streak free. I just like the size of the comb bristles too – it’s not too brief and never too lengthy. You will discover it at Laura Mercier or Macy’s (should you’ve noticed it at different locations let me know!).
Funds Magnificence Favorites
I’ve some finances magnificence favorites this month! They’re not new (just a few of them I’ve reviewed earlier than) however I wished to place them in your radar as a result of they’re too good to overlook out on.
The Elf Halo Glow Liquid Filter is likely one of the greatest glowy complexion enhancers I’ve tried. They lately added extra shades so that you would possibly discover a higher match now. I put on Shade 3 or 4 so once they added 3.5 Medium Impartial Olive I ordered it to strive pondering it might be a great in-between coloration. I nonetheless discover Shade 4 greatest for me proper now as a result of 3.5 may be very olive, however I don’t thoughts having one other shade within the combine.
The glow isn’t too glowy. I can undoubtedly put on it alone or combine it with a basis all around the face. Proper now the brand new shades seem to solely be at Elf Cosmetics and Ulta Magnificence. I believe they’ll roll out the brand new shades to Goal and so on. quickly.
Maybelline has fairly just a few merchandise which have gone viral on TikTok and after falling in love with the Sky Excessive Mascara and Lifter Gloss I’ve been making an attempt extra from the road.
Their Tremendous Keep 24H Pores and skin Tint Basis 100% lives as much as the hype for a long-wear fluid basis. I haven’t explored a lot in finances/reasonably priced foundations as a result of most of them run too pink or peach in undertone. The excellent news is extra manufacturers are providing higher shade choices and ranges nowadays. I used to be joyful to discover a good match with Shade 310. Fast observe although for these delicate to alcohol in foundations, take observe this one has it fairly excessive on the checklist. Fortunately this didn’t irritate my pores and skin.
Lasting energy is actually spectacular, even in humid climate. I didn’t put it to the take a look at for a full 24 hours, however it did final a stable 12 fairly nicely. It’s a fluid system with medium protection however you possibly can layer it. Protection is pure wanting with a refined glow and has sufficient pigment to cowl the pores and skin properly.
I additionally actually just like the Tremendous Keep Matte Hybrid Powder Basis (in the identical shade). It has fairly good protection however I like to make use of it as a setting powder with a brush. Demo of the product in motion HERE.
Lip Loves
Dior Addict Lip Maximizers are at all times in my bag. Shimmer Rose, Rosewood and Rose Nude are my most-worn colours with (Rose Nude will get essentially the most compliments). Dior simply launched 3 NEW SHADES for the vacation on-line and I posted a fast reel with them right here. In case you missed it I’m sharing it right here on the weblog too. Nude Bloom is the prettiest peachy pink nude with a slight golden sheen, Pure Copper is a shocking glowing copper (glittery and tremendous sparkly however texture is easy), Holo Silver is a sheer glowing silver.
Swatch comparisons beneath:
Three different formulation I’ve been loving embrace:
YSL Rouge Volupte Shine in 162 Pulsing Rosehip (among the best wholesome flushed pinks I’ve tried) and 150 Nude Lingerie (hotter pink shimmer, virtually appears peach subsequent to 162, however I can guarantee you it’s pink).
Tarte added new shades of the Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump. I have to share an up to date swatch put up, however the latest shade Rosebud is SO fairly. It’s one of the best one they’ve made but. Additionally out there in some units like this duo.
The Maybelline Lifter Gloss is a system I really feel like all of you already learn about however I’ve rediscovered it and it made my favorites checklist this month. I picked up the jelly shades from the summer season launch and love them. Peach Ring and Gummy Bear are so fairly. I additionally restocked just a few I had used up – Reef is the right gentle impartial.
Bathtub & Physique Care
Two physique care objects I’ve been loving are from Ouai and Herbivore Botanicals. We’ve been utilizing the Ouai Fur Bebe Pet Shampoo on Ollie and he at all times smells so good after we wash him with this. I had hoped there was a human choice in the identical scent however there’s not.
I’ve tried Melrose Place earlier than (and liked it) however wished to strive one thing new so I ordered Dean Avenue. It’s a very nice fruity floral that isn’t too candy. It has linden blossom and a little bit little bit of amber to steadiness it out. Smells clear, recent and I’ve liked it sufficient to purchase just a few refills.
Herbivore Botanicals despatched over just a few issues to strive for a undertaking. I actually love their Nova Serum and now am curious in regards to the different serums they’ve of their lineup. The stand out to me is their Cloud Milk Coconut Firming Physique Cream. I’ve been obsessive about their Coconut Bathtub Milk Soak for the longest time and was actually excited for a physique cream.
It’s a silky buttery easy cream that feels light-weight like a cloud if you apply. It’s evenly scented with coconut and vanilla however isn’t overpowering. For a fast reference, should you like the feel of Kopari lotions however aren’t a fan of the robust scent or tremendous thick texture, I believe the Herbivore is a greater choice. It’s creamy and hydrating however quick absorbing, not sticky and isn’t overpowering in scent.
Fall Nail Polish
I’ve been in my neutral-nail polish period for thus lengthy I really feel prefer it’s time for a change. I pulled out the Chanel Le Vernis in 165 Bois des Iles once more (reviewed right here with the autumn assortment) and have been actually shocked by all of the compliments and a focus it’s getting!
Different Make-up Loves
For the cheeks (blush, bronzer, spotlight) the Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked Palettes (reviewed right here) have been in heavy rotation. I preserve going backwards and forwards between Jellyfish and Leopard as my favourite. Even with repeat shades or similarities I discover myself reaching for these essentially the most and assume they’re very versatile. They’re now out there in any respect retailers like Nordstrom, Sephora, Bluemercury and Ulta Magnificence.
I’ve filmed appears with all three:
Jellyfish right here
Leopard right here
Snake right here
I even have just a few repeats which have made the favorites checklist once more. I believe the Givenchy Prisme Libre Free Powder and Concealer are holy grail materials. You may learn the full assessment right here, however nothing actually compares to the airbrushed look or lasting energy that Prisme Libre has.
The Gucci Illuminator is likely one of the prettiest liquid highlighters I’ve tried. I don’t know why it’s not raved about extra! Evaluate + swatches on this put up right here. (PS I’ll be posting my assessment + swatches of the brand new Gucci Concealer very quickly.)
Fragrance Favourite
Celine Parade has been in heavy rotation. It’s a phenomenal citrus scent I believe is tremendous distinctive and totally different. You may learn my assessment of all their perfumes on this put up. I’ve tried the others over the previous 12 months and Parade nonetheless stays my favourite.
Hair Care
Final however not least, I wished to offer the ghd Platinum+ Hair Styler one other point out. It’s my primary go-to hair styling took for smooth easy hair or waves. As a lot as I like the Dyson Airwrap for simple waves, the curls simply don’t final so long as with a sizzling device. (I do use it often as a blow dryer although.) The ghd flat iron goes with me on each journey and it’s a life saver to model hair. I used to be thrilled to accomplice with them once more to indicate a how-to demo of how you can curl my hair with it. For me it’s significantly helpful as a result of I’m not one of the best at curling my hair with a curling iron – I virtually at all times burn my fingers or brow and some instances I’ve sizzled off hair as a result of the irons had been too sizzling.
The ghd Platinum+ Styler stays at a relentless 365 diploma temperature. It has sensors inside to keep up that fixed warmth.
That wraps up September’s favorites! What did you like this previous month?