So, here it is: my deeply researched, highly subjective, trial-by-fire-and-error, ever-evolving rotation.
Please note: I’m not an aesthetician or stylist. I am, however, a professional product hoarder with serious opinions. And before you ask: no paid partnerships or affiliate commissions here. Just an uncontrollable urge to share the products I think are actually worth it.
Kevin MurphyEasy.Rider Curl Cream
DavinesMELU Anti-Breakage Conditioner
Malin + GoetzSage Styling Cream
KitschXL Terracotta Checker Creaseless Clips
OuidadCurl Quencher Moisturizing Styling GelKeep in the shower! Evenly distribute and brush through after you rinse conditioner.
Grown AlchemistPolishing Facial Exfoliant
Grown AlchemistHydra-Restore Lip Balm
AsaraiSleepercell Retinol Serum
Dr. Jart+Ceramidin Skin Barrier Serum Toner
BlinkBetterBetterLids Eyelid Ointment
La Roche-PosayCicaplast Balm B5+
La Roche-PosayEffaclar A.Z. Acne Face Gel with Azelaic Acid
AveenoDaily Moisturizing Dry Body Oil Mist
CetaphilGentle Skin Cleansing Cloths
VanicreamMoisturizing Cream
Crystal PeelExfoliating Microdermabrasion Body Bar in Lemongrass
Gen SeeClean Sheen Cheek + Lip Color in Dragon Fruit
iMethod2-in-1 Dual-Ended Eyebrow Pen in Black Brown
SaieDew Bronze Soft-Focus Liquid Bronzer
TarteTartelette Tubing Mascara
MISSHAM Perfect Cover Serum BB Cream
EveredenKids Tinted Lip Oil in Red
The 7 VirtuesSantal Vanille Eau de Parfum
KitschPistachio Latte Hair & Body Perfume Mist
PHLURVanilla Smoke Hair & Body Mist
Maison Louis MarieNo.04 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum
Old NavyHug Double-Layer Scoop-Neck Tank Top in Black Jack
NoirvereScarlett Distressed Leather Tote in Black(gorgeous, but returns are painful)
Cole HaanValley Tall Boot
LeonisaPowerStay Seamless Stay-in-Place Shaper Shorts
Good AmericanDolly Joleans Petite Straight Jeans
Louis VuittonMonogram Aviator Sunglasses
Flower MountainYamano 3 Uni Teddy Sneakers
HeathyogaScrunch Butt Lifting Leggings with Pockets
Juicy Couture3-Piece Leopard Pajama Set with Matching Bra
PET SHOWMini Flower Hair Bows
maxbone x Christian CowanJumper Blue Dog Sweater
Noah & PawDog Sling Carrier
BurgeonNestDog Car Seat in Milk Cow
DiggsEvolv Dog CrateWhen I’m not deep in a campaign deck, I’m writing long-form fiction and ranting about Medicaid on Substack. Because whether it’s for a brand or a book, I care about words that move people.