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After a Gremlin-Core 2023, I decided that my New Year’s Resolution was to indulge in more self care. I was going to style my hair, stay consistent with my skincare, and try to elevate my appearance a little bit. This was under the principle of “look good-feel good.” After about a month of keeping up with my resolution, I’ve found some products that make me feel like a TikTok “It Girl” while being so easy to use. Without further ado, these are my hero products of January 2024.
Aquaphor Immediate Relief Lip Repair Balm
This lip balm is a cult favorite, but I completely understand why. This stuff has made my lips the most moisturized that they’ve ever been, and is the perfect topper on top of any lip tint. I love Aquaphor so much that I bought three; one for my backpack, one for my purse, and one for my dorm. In my opinion, Aquaphor is better than any lip balm out there. (P.S. They’re only $5 at Target!!!)
Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
Ever since I got into makeup, I have HATED mascara. No mascara could ever make my lashes hold their curl, and it always felt so heavy. After three or four tries with mascara, I thought I had given up. Until, I heard that the drugstore favorite Sky High Mascara had a great hold on stick-straight lashes like mine! I bought it (for only $10), and my life was changed. It also comes in a waterproof version and a lot of different colors! Maybelline, just take my money.
Perytong Bluetooth Wireless Sleep Headphones
I’m the type of person who needs noise when I go to sleep. Whether it’s music or YouTube or a podcast, I need to be hearing something. So, my parents got me this headband with built in headphones so I can sleep more comfortably without the risk of losing or breaking my regular Bluetooth headphones. After a week or two of using them, I have to say that they’re awesome! They were super easy to set up, the sound quality is great, and the battery is only at 60% after a full nights’ rest for me! For only $19.99 on Amazon, I have to say I recommend.
Kosas Revealer Super Creamy + Brightening Concealer
The Kosas Concealer is yet another bandwagon that I’m late to jump on, but this concealer is incredible. I use it on both my dark circles and my spots, but it has such a great skin-like finish. I’ve worn it all day, and it still looks perfect hours later. It’s $30 at Sephora, which isn’t that bad for Sephora standards. I think this will be a repurchased product for sure.
LUKACY 6 Pack Large Metal Hair Claw Clips
One of the biggest accessory trends in recent years has been claw clips, and I love it! Most claw clip styles are easy and super cute, and they go with every outfit. There was one problem: my hair is very long and thick, and no claw clip could hold them comfortably, stylishly, or for a long period of time. After some brief Amazon searching, I found this 6 pack of large metal claw clips with a pretty gold color. These have been the only claw clips that have actually held my hair! For only $8.98, these have elevated my hairstyle game forever.