Featured image from our interview with Babba Rivera.

Why Blush Sticks Are My Summer Beauty Staple

In the summer, my makeup routine dwindles down to almost nothing. (Skinimalism is going strong!) When I’m traveling, I’m deliberately minimalist about the products I pack. But even when I’m home, I don’t want layers of product sitting on my face.

Simplicity is key—and so is versatility. Enter: blush sticks. This seasonal replacement for powder or liquid blushes is convenient on the go but also lasts longer and sticks easier to fresh-faced summer skin.

Comparing Cream, Powder, and Liquid Blush

Blush sticks are cream blushes that come in easy, pocket-sized packaging. You might be used to brushing on a powder blush to the apples of your cheeks, but cream blush is becoming everyone’s go-to for a rosy complexion.

Cream blush sits on top of the skin, letting you do more with less product. Thanks to its texture, it promotes an even, dewy complexion. While powder blush can crease and liquid blush can cling to dry patches, cream blush gives you a natural, glowy finish.

The Magic of a Multi-Stick

Another benefit of blush sticks is that they often are multiple products in one. Palettes are passé, but multi-sticks give you a cohesive wash of color for your cheeks, eyes, lips, and even the bridge of your nose. With all its many applications, you can rely on one product for countless looks.

The Best Blush Sticks for a Year-Round, Sun-Kissed Glow

I tested and reviewed the creamiest blush sticks for every makeup look, skin concern, and practical need. Ahead, you’ll discover blush sticks with SPF, the viral picks everybody’s talking about, and blush sticks that are, frankly, underrated. Read on for the best blush sticks to give you that summer glow in just a few swipes.

Rhode Pocket Blush Stick

Our verdict: The one that’s worth the hype.

Shade options: 6

Whenever Hailey Bieber releases a new product via her viral line, Rhode, the beauty world is rocked. This blush stick is no different—honestly, the hype just grows with every drop. And unlike other beauty brands that are all smoke and mirrors, these buzzed-about products quickly become mainstays in our makeup routines. Because yes, they’re that good.

This blush stick is a buildable pigment that glides on smooth and gives you an instant pick-me-up. I like the shade “toasted teddy.” It feels sophisticated while still being fun and flirty. Consider it the red wine of blush sticks that’s perfect for summer nights.

Rhode Skin Pocket Blush

$24 at Rhode Skin

Glo Skin Beauty Cream Blush Stick

Our verdict: The best blush stick for layering (i.e., you need at least two shades in your bag at all times).

Shade options: 5

Camille (and every single last one of our editors) is obsessed with this cream blush stick from clean beauty favorite, Glo Skin. The shade options blend and mix perfectly. Camille likes to dot “Spark” high on the apples of her cheeks and across the bridge of her nose. Then, she goes back in with the shade “Desire” under her cheekbones, jawline, and around her hairline. For a foolproof, just-spent-the-day-in-the-sun glow, there’s no better pick.

Glo Skin Beauty Cream Blush Stick

$40 at Dermstore

Haus Labs Longwear Lip + Cheek Blush Stick

Our verdict: The best skin-boosting option that sensitive skin will love.

Shade options: 8

Hydrating and plumping, trust Lady Gaga to create a high-pigmented blush stick that plumps, hydrates, and soothes the skin. It’s formulated to boost collagen, and plump and hydrate the skin while reducing unwanted redness for the perfect amount of pigment. Best for sensitive skin or irritated skin, this is the best blush stick to give your skin some TLC after long days in the sun.

Haus Labs Longwear Lip + Cheek Blush Stick

$34 at Haus Labs

ILIA Multi-Stick Cream Blush + Highlighter + Skin Tint

Our verdict: The three-in-one favorite with countless shades.

Shade options: 12

One of the best blush sticks out there, this ILIA multi-stick can do it all. The skincare-first makeup brand makes clean products that look good without compromising your skin. This buildable blush stick is also a highlighter and lip tint. Dot it everywhere you need a bit of color and blend with a finger (my favorite application method) for natural, dewy coverage. The subtle iridescence will make you look radiant—never shiny.

ILIA Multi-Stick Cream Blush + Highlighter + Skin Tint

$36 at ILIA

Gen See Straight Flush Glow Sticks

Our verdict: Your answer to a perfect, sunless glow.

Shade options: 5

When a blush stick is literally inspired by the look of sun-kissed skin, you know it’s going to be good. These pocket-sized multi-sticks are our Managing Editor’s favorites. She dots the “Punch” high on the apples of her cheeks for a vibrant, but not overwhelming color. (Think: a punchy coral that’s perfect for summertime.) What’s more, they’re formulated with skin-loving ingredients like shea butter, vitamin E, and hyaluronic acid for a hydrated sheen and enviable glow. These sticks are so easy to layer, you’ll be tempted to buy every shade.

Gen See Straight Flush Glow Sticks

$24 at Gen See

Westman Atelier Cream Blush Stick

Our verdict: The one that will convert you.

Shade options: 9

I’ve long been a believer in Westman Atelier’s foundation sticks. Now, the blush sticks have found their way into my makeup bag as well. This luxury, clean beauty mainstay will make you turn on any other blush. It contains skin-loving ingredients like kaolin clay, which prevents clogged pores and absorbs excess oil, and antioxidant-rich vitamins C and E. Just one swipe is enough for a healthy wash of color.

Westman Atelier Cream Blush Stick

$26 at Westman Atelier

Ami Cole Blush & Lip Multi Stick

Our verdict: Your skin, just glowier.

Shade options: 4

This lightweight cream blush is the closest I’ve gotten to a natural, skin-like glow. The blend is seamless, and it’s easy to apply with your fingers alone. (No endless patting of your makeup sponge.) If you know Ami Cole from their featherlight foundation, trust that their blush and lip multi-stick is just as satisfying to put on. The texture melts into your skin for a no-makeup-makeup look. #CleanLook lovers, this one’s for you.

Ami Cole Blush & Lip Multi Stick

$22 at Violet Grey

Violette FR Bisou Blush Stick

Our verdict: The French-girl favorite.

Shade options: 4

I can never resist a French-girl beauty secret. (Is anyone immune to their timeless, but trend-setting prowess?) I even stock up on my favorite French pharmacy products during every Charles de Gaulle layover. And one thing French girls know, it’s a rouge—whether it’s their lips or their cheeks, they always get it right. Violette FR’s matte cream blush gives you a classic look you can dab on your cheeks and lips. The marbled swirl makes for a multidimensional finish, while the attached blush ensures a smooth blend.

Violette FR Bisou Blush Stick

$36 at Viollette PR

Ogee Contour Blush Stick

Our verdict: Next-gen contour.

Shade options: 10

Contour isn’t dead—it’s just been revamped. This contour blush stick is ideal for anyone who doesn’t want to give up on their sculpted look. A single swipe defines your features without weighing down your skin. With a buildable glow and iridescent finish, you get a glassy, gleaming color with each swipe. It also uses green coffee oil to stimulate collagen, sal tree resin to smooth over pores, and tapioca powder to absorb excess oils.

Ogee Sculpted Face Stick

$58 at Bluemercury

Merit Flush Balm Cheek Color

Our verdict: Your go-to, buildable blush for a sun-kissed look.

Shade options: 9

The satiny, nonstick finish on this multi-use balm is universally flattering—and we love that it’s tiny enough to slide into your pocket or purse. Blendable and buildable, it conditions skin with vitamin E oil for a natural—never cakey—finish. Most importantly, it lets your skin tone shine through for a realistic flush. Pro tip: Pair with Merit’s Dayglow highlighting balm for a dewy sheen without any sparkle.

Merit Flush Balm Cheek Color

$30 at Merit Beauty

Olio E Osso Lip and Cheek Stick

Our verdict: The lightweight blush stick you’ll take on every trip.

Shade options: 10

With more of a texture that’s more oil than cream, I always imagine this blush stick as a vacation carry-on. Swipe it on your skin post-beach/pre-dinner or in the morning before setting off on your adventures. It’s light, hydrating, and defines barely-there color. As one of the OG clean beauty blush sticks, it’s a staple for its hydrating properties and unique olive oil formula. Said differently: where I go, it goes. Always.

Olio E Osso Lip and Cheek Stick

$28 at Credo

Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Color Balm SPF 50

Our verdict: The sun-protectant, buildable boost of SPF.

Shade options: 6

You might know Colorescience from their viral color-changing sunscreen. But the brand’s magic with pigmented SPF doesn’t end there. This multi-stick gives you both a natural flush with its range of pigments and a shield of mineral sun protection. However, you don’t want to count on it alone to protect you from the sun. Dermatologists say that makeup products containing sunscreen aren’t as effective alone since we tend not to use enough of them. Still, this is a great blush stick for a buildable boost of SPF that you’ll be happy to reapply.

Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Color Balm SPF 50

$39 at Colorescience

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That’s because the part of your brain that processes memory is adjacent to the part that processes smell. If you take this a step further, you can hack this cognitive process by intentionally creating scent cues for yourself. Wearing a specific perfume to work, for example, will signal to your brain that it’s time to buckle down. (There’s a productivity hack the hustle-culture bros won’t tell you.)

How to Find Your Signature Summer Scent

As a self-professed reset obsessive, I do everything in my power to make every season (or era, if you will) feel brand new. This means switching up my daily routines, like my wardrobe, skincare, and my scent. When I feel a new season or vibe calling, I find a scent that matches it. And nothing pleases me more than switching over to my summer scents. I gravitate toward vanilla, and because I’m a summer baby, all the best summer fragrances make my rotation.

But with new boutique scent brands emerging daily—fighting with the classics for a place in my summer scent tapestry—I get overwhelmed by choice. To sift through the finely scented mist, I tapped Ines Guien, VP of Operations at Dossier, to help us pick the best summer fragrances.

Guien’s ultimate guidance? “Don’t be afraid to experiment!” Fragrance should be fun—just like summer!

Ines Guien

Ines Guien is the Vice President Of Global Operations at Dossier Perfumes. Prior to that, Guien was the Business Development Coordinator at Le Labo Fragrances.

What are the best scents for summer?

“I think everyone wants to be a more playful, lighter version of themselves in the summer months,” says Guien. The best summer fragrances embody this more carefree version—the one whose mind is on maximizing beach time, not managing mental lists.

From fun, flirty florals to sweet summer scents, there’s a signature fragrance for everyone. Even if you gravitate toward earthier, heavier scent profiles that thrive in the winter, Guien affirms: there’s a fragrance for you. “If you prefer deeper ‘winter’ scents, there’s nothing that says you can’t wear them year round!”

Making Sense of Scent Notes

It all begins with understanding scent notes. “The top notes are the initial scents you smell when you first apply. The middle notes or the heart notes, appear once the top notes have evaporated and last for several hours. Finally, the base notes are those final scents you smell and are the most long-lasting. Base notes provide depth and richness and help anchor the top and middle notes.”

For summer scents, look for lighter top notes balanced with earthier or richer base notes. “Once you understand these notes, you can choose fragrances that complement each other.” This will also help you as you experiment with layering scents.

Summer 2024 Fragrance Trends

Some tried and true notes are consistent throughout many of the best summer fragrances, says Guien. “Most people tend to prefer lighter, fruitier, and sunny scents for summer to match the season,” she says. “They also gravitate toward fragrances with prominent notes of vanilla during the warmer months. We’ve also seen a resurgence in popularity of fruity and gourmand scents.”

Specific summer 2024 fragrance trends influence the summer scents du jour. “Over the past two years or so, we’ve seen genderless fragrances explode in popularity. Consumers no longer want to be bound by gendered scents when it comes to their perfumes.”

Tips for Finding Your Summer Fragrance

Summer scents should be personal. They should reflect your own intentions for the season. And you should be excited to spritz your skin in the morning. To figure out what scents fit you best, check for common ingredients in your favorite fragrances. My ideal situation is smelling like a bonfire and s’mores. That explains why all my summer scents contain vanilla, brown sugar, caramel, and something woody.

Experiment With Layering

Another way to create a new—or new-ish—summer scent is through layering. “Layering fragrances is a great way to create a signature scent that is unique to you,” says Guien. “The easiest way to layer scents is to mix complementary notes. For example, combine floral with fruity scents or a woody scent with a spicy one to create a complex and interesting scent.”

Pro-tip: like with skincare, go from lightest to heaviest. “Apply your fragrances lightest to strongest to ensure the fragrances blend well and last all day.”

Read the Label

“No matter your budget or scent preferences, always look for fragrances that are made with quality ingredients and follow the strictest guidelines,” says Guien. “At Dossier, we make all of our perfumes in Grasse, France with only the highest-quality ingredients. We also follow strict U.S. and U.E. guidelines to ensure our products are ethical, sustainable, and most importantly non-toxic.”

The Best Summer Fragrances for 2024

The main scent families include Amber, Aquatic, Aromatic, Citrus, Floral, Fougère, Fruity, Gourmand, Green, Musky, Powdery, Spicy, and Woody. Ahead, discover the best summer fragrances for every scent type—and let’s find your signature summer scent.

Amber

This evocative scent family is rich and spicy. Are you after a sensual, warm fragrance? Look for notes of amber, spices, resins, and woods. For summer, these are often mixed with vanilla and bright fruit extracts

Brown Girl Jane Carnivale

Top Notes: Caribbean Mango, Jasmine, Nectar
Heart: Amber, Ginger, Whipped Musks
Base Notes: Golden Pimento, Creamy Sandalwood, Vanilla
Best For: Summer nights

$102 at Brown Girl Jane

Dossier Ambery Cherry

Top Notes: Cherry, Almond, Cinnamon
Heart: Clove, Rose, Jasmine, Plum
Base Notes: Peru Balsam, Tonka Bean, Vanilla
Best For: Sweet treat lovers

$40 at Dossier

Aquatic

Dive into this immersive scent family. Just because aquatic scents are watery and fresh, don’t mistake them for boring. They’re refreshing and intense—perfect for summer days at the beach, pool, or on a boat (manifesting).

Korres Kyma

Top Notes: Lime, Mandarin, Orange
Heart: Marine, Watery, Pepper
Base Notes: Cedar, Vetiver, Nutmeg
Best For: Surf and sea

$40.60 at Korres

Maison Margiela ’REPLICA’ Sailing Day

Top Notes: Sea Notes, Aldehydes, Coriander, Red Pepper
Base notes: Juniper, Iris, Amyl Salicylate, Rose
Heart: Seaweed, Ambergris, Cedar, Amberwood
Best For: Beach day or a coastal vacay

$85 at Bloomingdales

Aromatic

Herbaceous and fresh, this plant-powered scent family contains notes of basil, chamomile, lavender, mint, mugwort, peppermint, rosemary, sage, star anise, and thyme. They’re grassy and telluric, and in the summer, often sweet and romantic.

Heretic Parfum Dirty Grass

Top Notes: Black Pepper, Lemon
Heart: Coriander, Galbanum, Hemp, Violet Leaf
Base Notes: Haitian Vetiver
Best For: Being in nature

$165 at Heretic Parfum

Le Labo Lavande 31

Top Notes: Neroli and Bergamot
Heart: Lavender
Base Notes: Musk, Tonka and Amber
Best For: Frolicking in a field of flowers

$230 at SSENSE

Citrus

Summer is the season for citrus. Drench yourself in these invigorating citrus scents all summer long to feel fun, fresh, and flirty.

DS&Durga Steamed Rainbow

Top Notes: Red mandarin, orange, yellow elemi resin
Heart: Green cedar, blue almond flower, indigo grass
Base Notes: Violet, vetyver, vapors
Best For: Fun, fresh, flirty vibes

$210 at Nieman Marcus

Moodeaux Worthy

Top Notes: White tea, orange blossom
Heart: Red rose, lavender, leafy greens
Base Notes: Dry musk, vanilla woods, amber
Best For: Instant confidence

$98 at Credo

Floral

Florals never go out of style. For summer, think light florals like jasmine, tuberose, orange blossom, and white rose. Prepare to be in bloom.

Serge Lutens Fleurs D’Oranger

Top Notes: Jasmine, tuberose and white rose
Heart: Orange blossom
Base Notes: Floral musk, hibiscus, cumin
Best For: Date night

$185 at SSENSE

DedCool Sunlit Blooms

Top Notes: Orange Blossom
Heart: White Floral
Base Notes: Salty Vanilla
Best For: Soaking in the sun

$90 at DedCool

Fougère (Fresh)

Fougère or fresh perfumes are barely there, but they make all the difference. Perfect for summer minimalists, they’re clean and fresh, making your skin smell bright and energetic.

Frederic Malle Sale Gosse

Top Notes: Neroli oil, Bergamot, Petitgrain
Heart: Narcisse Absolute, Rose, Violet
Base Notes: Musc
Best For: Mothers

$355 at Neiman Marcus

Philosophy Pure Grace

Top Notes: Water lily
Heart: Leafy greens
Base Notes: Musk
Best For: Summer reset

$74 at Philosophy

Fruity

Peak season fruit in a bottle. These naturally sourced sweet scents are never saccharine—they’re always juicy and alluring.

Ouai St. Barts Hair and Body Mist

Top Notes: Orange oil, ocean breeze accord, dragon fruit
Heart: Orange blossom, sampaguita, tuberose
Base Notes: Baltic Amber, musk
Best For: An invigorating, everyday scent

$28 at OUAI

Diptyque, Ilio

Top Notes: Prickly pear
Heart: Barbary fig, Bergamot
Base Notes: Jasmine, Iris
Best For: European summer vibes

$180 at Diptyque

Gourmand (Sweet)

Gourmand comes from the French for “glutton.” Indulge in these rich, sweet, food-inspired scents. Pro tip: I like to balance these with something earthy or spicy.

Dossier Floral Marshmallow

Top Notes: Marshmallow, Neroli, Bergamot
Heart: Orange Blossom, Honeysuckle, Jasmine, Orris
Base Notes: Vanilla, Musk, and Amber
Best For: Romanticizing every day

$40 at Dossier

Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Crush Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist

Top Notes: Pistachio, Almond
Heart: Heliotrope, Jasmine
Base Notes: Caramel, Vanilla, Salt, Sandalwood
Best For: Beach days

$24 at Sol de Janeiro

Green

Waking up to the sound of the lawnmower? Nay. But the smell? Sign me up. Sharp and vegetal, they are fresh, light, and cool as a cucumber.

Henrik Vibskov, L’eau Rouge Heirloom

Main Notes: Basil, Tomato Leaves, Refreshing, Green Aroma
Best For: Gardening. Dinner parties.

$130 at Henrik Vibskov

Vacation After Sun

Top Notes: Aloe Vera, Melon and Green Tea
Heart: Ozonic notes, Gin, Tonic Water, and Cardamom
Base Notes: Musk
Best For: Last day of vacation

$60 at Ulta

Musky

A subset of the amber family, musks are warm and rich scents inspired by our natural smell. They add a layer of personalization and sophistication to any fragrance you pair it with.

Diptyque, Fleur de Peau

Top Notes: Aldehydes, Pink Pepper, Angelica, Bergamot
Heart: Iris, Turkish Rose
Base Notes: Musk, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Carrot, Ambergris, Sandalwood, Leather, Amberwood
Best For: Dinner and drinks al fresco

$230 at Diptyque

Byredo Blache

Top Notes: Aldehyde, Rose Centifolia
Heart: Peony, Violet
Base Notes: Musks, Sandalwood
Best For: Personalizing your scents

$225 at Byredo

Powdery

Like clean linens and baby powder or immersive scents like musk and iris, powdery scents are more of an effect than a particular note. It’s an all-encompassing scent family that often combines intense floral notes with unexpected hints of musk, vanilla, and amber. When paired with ambery, spicy, or woody scents, they create a heady combination.

Glossier You

Top Notes: Pink pepper
Heart: Iris, ambrette
Base Notes: Ambrox
Best For: Layering

$72 at Glossier

Celine Nightclubbing

Top Notes: Galbanum, Iris
Heart: Vanilla, Patchouli, white orris butter
Base Notes: Musk, tree moss
Best For: Dancing all night

$280 at Celine

Spicy

Sharp, adventurous, and warm, spicy scents are great for summer—in light doses. I especially like them for adventures like city days and spontaneous nights. Find scents that blend spice with sweetness and fresh, natural notes.

DS&Durga Radio Bombay

Top Notes: Radiant Wood, Copper, Cedar
Heart: Sandalwood, Radiant Iris, Boronia
Base Notes: Balsam Fir Absolute, Coconut Musc, Ambergris
Best For: City dwellers

$210 at Neiman Marcus

Boy Smells Cowboy Kush

Top Notes: Hazelnut, white leather, mandarin
Heart: Tobacco, saffron flower, cannabis leaf, suede, laudanum
Base Notes: Tonka bean, patchouli, oud
Best For: Chill days at home

$98 at Cowboy Kush

Woody

Summer bonfires are the best bonfires. So, of course, the woody scent can translate to the warmer months, too. Instead of evoking a fireplace, they feel like sitting by a fire pit or taking in the fresh forest air. Instead of winter woods like Santal and Hinoki, gravitate to Matcha and Blonde woods for the summer.

Le Labo Thé Matcha 26

Top Notes: Bitter orange, bergamot
Heart: Matcha tea accord, fig, sesame
Base Notes: Vetiver, cedarwod
Best For: Matcha dates

$230 at Net-a-Porter

Sunday Forever Smokeshow

Top Notes: Vanilla Orchid
Heart: Bergamot
Base Notes: Blonde Woods, Whipped Musk
Best For: Day to night

$68 at Sunday Forever

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With their ever-increasing popularity (largely in part to the Drunk Elephant Bronzing Drops breaking the internet), plenty of brands have saturated the bronzing drops space. And no—they aren’t all formulated alike. While some have perfected the barely-there, compliment-inducing glow, others leave you looking like a disco ball that got left in the tanning bed. Not ideal. To determine the best bronzing drops worth adding to your cart, we tested the buzziest brands on the market today.

Featured image from our interview with Sabeena Ladha by Suruchi Avasthi.

What do bronzing drops do?

You can think of bronzing drops as a short-therm solve for an instant glow. Whereas tanning drops play the long game with their infusion of DHA (the active ingredient used in sunless tanning agents), bronzing drops are a low-commitment way to add a little color and possible shine to your look. While many options are formulated with skin-loving faves like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and squalane, the best bronzing drops are makeup’s answer to a fading summer glow.

How to Use Bronzing Drops

The beautiful thing about bronzing drops is their versatility. They can be worn on their own, layered underneath makeup, mixed into foundation or moisturizer, or applied as the final step in your routine. Just be aware that blended with certain products, such as powder foundation, can yield a cakey finish. Try matching the drops’ lightweight texture with other luminous, liquid products.

When it comes to bronzing drops, the goal is a natural, believable tan. Because of that, less is always more. I like applying a drop to the high points of the face—forehead, nose, and cheek bones—or all over in place of a highlighter.

The Best Bronzing Drops for a Sun-Kissed Glow

Our Top Picks

1. Best Overall: Kosas Glow I.V. Vitamin-Infused Skin Illuminating Enhancer – $38 at Kosas
2. Best Primer: KORA Organics Silky Sun Drops 100% Mineral Sunscreen Serum – $56 at KORA Organics
3. Best for Face and Body: Live Tinted Hueglow Jumbo Liquid Highlighter Drops – $38 at Ulta Beauty
4. Best for Dull Skin: Saie Glowy Supergel – $28 at Saie
5. Best Affordable: Versed Mood Lighting Luminizing Glow Drops – $17.99 at Target
6. Best Pigmented: Pai Skincare The Impossible Glow Bronzing Drops – $39 at Dermstore

Best Overall: Kosas Glow I.V. Vitamin-Infused Skin Illuminating Enhancer

Why We Love It: The first green flag of our top pick: the inclusive shade range. Spanning from a shimmery Silver Champagne to a Rich Deep Bronze, Kosas knows what the girlies want—options. The brand also addresses the ultimate challenge when it comes to formulating the best bronzing drops: creating attention-grabbing shine without looking like a disco ball. We believe that the best makeup is developed through a skin-supporting lens, and that’s exactly the approach Kosas took with this multi-use product. Infused with vitamins and nutrients, it’ll keep you glowing long after you apply.

• Number of Shades: 10
• Key Ingredients: Glutathione, Squalane
• Five-Star Review: “I really like the texture of this product and the glow that it gives. I usually use it sparingly mixed with foundation or Kosas BB cream. It adds a nice luminescence!”

Kosas Glow I.V. Vitamin-Infused Skin Illuminating Enhancer

$38 at Kosas

Best Primer: KORA Organics Silky Sun Drops 100% Mineral Sunscreen Serum

Why We Love It: I’ve learned to be proceed with caution when it comes to celebrity beauty brands, but Miranda Kerr’s (vegan and cruelty-free skincare line) KORA Organics always leaves me impressed. While this sunscreen serum won’t build the same depth of color as other picks, it’s the perfect protective primer that floods your skin with serious hydration. This natural, nourishing boost creates a glowing, SPF 30-protected base upon which you can apply makeup, sans white cast.

• Number of Shades: 1
• Key Ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Raspberry Seed Oil, Chia Seed Oil, Noni
• Five-Star Review: “This smells like their noni glow products and I love how glowy it leaves my skin. On days when I’m not wearing makeup, this is perfect. I do have sensitive and dry skin. I’m 30 years old. I love how seamlessly it blends in with my other skincare products and it doesn’t pill under makeup.”

Silky Sun Drops 100% Mineral Sunscreen Serum

$56 at KORA Organics

Best for Face and Body: Live Tinted Hueglow Jumbo Liquid Highlighter Drops

Why We Love It: The number of empties I’ve happily (re: desperately, frantically) replaced of this serum-infused highlighter has me shook. It bridges the makeup/skincare divide, instead acting as a hybrid product that locks in moisture with hyaluronic acid and strengthens skin with sunflower seed oil. While some friends have noted they don’t love the texture as it can lean a bit sticky, I’ve found that mixing a few drops into my moisturizer makes for a streak-free, glowy application.

• Number of Shades: 4
• Key Ingredients: Squalane, Sunflower Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid
• Five-Star Review: “I love this thing. It gives me this gorgeous “glow from within” look. It’s not glittery or sparkly I don’t really think it has a shine either; it just gives a radiances that’s beautiful. I love how it melts into my skin. The consistency is very nice as well.”

Hueglow Jumbo Liquid Highlighter Drops

$38 at Ulta Beauty

Best for Dull Skin: Saie Glowy Supergel

Why We Love It: Saie is a go-to for hard-working, minimalist makeup, and as with all the brand’s products, the Supergel yields a your-skin-just-glowier result. The lightweight formulation is infused with brightening vitamin C and hydrating squalane for a subtle, but radiant shine. We wear it on its own for a glowy boost, layered with a tinted SPF, or mixed with foundation for a dewy finish.

• Number of Shades: 2
• Key Ingredients: Squalane, Glycerin, Papaya Seed Oil
• Five-Star Review: “I love this product! It’s so nice and I feel so sparkly Makes my skin seem like it’s glass. I haven’t gotten any reaction to it yet so YAYY!!”

Glowy Supergel

$28 at Saie

Best Affordable: Versed Mood Lighting Luminizing Glow Drops

Why We Love It: Versed has been a budget-friendly favorite for years, and the introduction of these peptide-infused glow drops solidifies our loyalty. Despite their lightweight feel, these drops boost hydration and elasticity for visibly plumper, smoother skin. Antioxidant-rich blackberry extract strengthens the skin barrier while polyglutamic acid locks in moisture. You can wear them with makeup, but these drops are my favorite for a pool day when the vibe is au naturel.

• Number of Shades: 3
• Key Ingredients: Polyglutamic Acid, Blackberry Extract, Vitamin E
• Five-Star Review: “I love the sheer golden glow this product gives me. It’s just enough color on days when I don’t want full face makeup. I mix a few drops into my moisturizer instead of foundation. Then add a little concealer, mascara and lip gloss to get out the door in 15 minutes or less! I also love that it’s reasonably priced.”

Versed Mood Lighting Luminizing Glow Drops

$19.99 at Versed

Best Pigmented: Pai Skincare The Impossible Glow Bronzing Drops

Why We Love It: The impossible, made possible. These bronzing drops deliver a buildable, customizable color infused with naturally-derived pigment. Its radiance is unbeatable, nourishing the skin from the inside out with moisturizing mainstays like hyaluronic acid and sea kelp. The resulting finish is a pearlescent, golden-hour glow.

• Number of Shades: 1
• Key Ingredients: Citrus Limon Fruit Water, Hyaluronic Acid, Algae Extract
• Five-Star Review: “I use the shade Rose Gold for my fair skin and it is the prettiest product in my entire collection! It’s subtle enough to use on the entire face when mixed in with a product, plays well with pretty much every base product I’ve mixed it with, and looks gorgeous alone on the skin as well. (Also, it somehow manages to look beautiful on skin with acne/texture/fine lines).”

Pai Skincare The Impossible Glow Bronzing Drops

$39 at Dermstore

Other Bronzing Drops to Consider

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

The famed celebrity makeup artist puts out countless cult products—but this might be one of Tilbury’s best. It’s a true multi-hyphenate, working as an all-in-one highlighter and primer while also offering a light layer of coverage. While other bronzing products can draw attention to blemishes, the Flawless Filter blurs imperfections for a smooth finish.

Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

$49 at Charlotte Tilbury

Jones Road Gel Bronzer

The best bronzing drops combine color and hydration—check and check for this lightweight, barely-there bronzer. We love the gel-like texture and buildable color. The only drawback is the applicator; it can be difficult to get the product out.

Jones Road Gel Bronzer

$34 at Jones Road

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops

Brightening and soothing, these drops leave skin even with a warm color. The product is great for dull skin as it offers a sheer tint packaged into a serum. Heavy-hitting ingredients like niacinamide, watermelon, and hyaluronic acid soothe, hydrate, and calm the skin.

Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Hue Drops

$35 at Glow Recipe

Typology Glow Drops With 5% Vitamin C + Aloe Vera

These antioxidant-rich drops are pure elegance, offering a radiant, illuminating sheen. Fortified with brightening vitamin C and nourishing aloe vera, you can blend the product into a moisturizer or tinted serum, or layer a few drops on top of your makeup for a glowy finish.

Typology Glow Drops With 5% Vitamin C + Aloe Vera

$34.80 at Typology Paris

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Featured image from our interview with Cyndi Ramirez by Belathée Photography.

The Ultimate Guide to Different Nail Shapes

Don’t underestimate the power of switching up your nail shape. Even the most minimalist mani can become a showstopper with the right shaping. Of course, nail shapes change with the trends. The incredibly intricate, claw-like long acrylics might not be a natural, but they’re enviably cool. And, with trends like quiet luxury and the clean girl aesthetic still sitting pretty in the zeitgeist, short nails have been all the rage. But just because a shape is trending, doesn’t mean it’s the best nail shape for you.

For more on finding your perfect nail shape, I spoke with celebrity manicurist Kimmie Kyees, (Rihanna’s nail artist!). Ahead, discover the best nail shapes to choose for summer and beyond.

Kimmie Kyees

Kimmie Kyees is a Los Angeles-based manicurist. Her client list includes Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Issa Rae, Mary J Blige, Chrissy Teigen, Katy Perry, Dua Lipa, the Kardashians, and more.

How to Choose the Most Flattering Nail Shape

Kyees recommends using your cuticles to determine your ideal nail shape. For that, you need to properly push your cuticles and then reflect that shape in your nails. By doing this, no matter the shape you decide on, your nails will be naturally elongated.

Of course, personal preference is the ultimate deciding factor. However, because your hands are a key element of your day-to-day life, it’s important to take into consideration your profession and regular activities as well. Do you type on a computer all day? Are you moving equipment or materials? Perhaps you come into contact with small children. Reflecting on all of these factors will not only help you find a nail shape you love, but one that fits best with your lifestyle.

But—Kyees is quick to note that if you’re going for a textbook feminine look for your nails, almond should be your go-to. “It elongates the finger and is a very lady-like nail shape.” Bonus? It’s Adele’s favorite.

Trending Nail Shapes

Good news for everyone adopting the short, naked nails look. “Square is always in style,” says Kyees. She encourages opting for a tapered, narrow sidewall with soft corners. “It’s a shape that will stand the test of time.” Case in point: Rihanna.

Kyees loves this look for summer, as it’s a great pairing with brighter shades. “I always love seeing soft round nails in popsicle and candy colors.”

Different Nail Shapes, Explained

To recap: the best nail shapes match your cuticles and/or make you feel the most confident. Like a haircut that frames your face or clothes tailored to your body, choosing the right nail shape can make you feel more like yourself.

If you’ve only tried one or two nail shapes, experimenting with new styles can get you out of a nail rut. And maybe even help you discover a whole new go-to manicure. Here are the most popular nail shapes for every style and every occasion.

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Almond Nails

Fun, flirty, and femme, an almond nail is a glamorous take on the classic oval nail. Like its namesake, the nail wall tapers and then ends in a rounded peak.

Why we love it: The glamor of this look will never go out of style.

What to consider: Most natural nails would crumble under this shape, so you’ll probably get them reinforced with gel or acrylic.

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Square Nails

Usually short and simple, these low-maintenance nails are high impact. You can jazz them up with bright colors or lean into your classy, clean girl aesthetic and pair them with a neutral shade for your skin tone.

Why we love it: They’re easy to take care of (and keep) but super stylish.

What to consider: You might be in danger of a chipped nail since the square edges aren’t the most durable.

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Oval Nails

Similar to almond, but less tapered. Usually long and used to lengthen the appearance of your fingers.

Why we love it: These are some of the most versatile nails in the game. Flattering, functional, and femme. They’re also ideal for nail art.

What to consider: Oval nails require a little more maintenance and are harder on your natural nails than shorter styles.

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Squoval Nails

Somewhere between a square and an oval. A true crowd favorite thanks to its durability and elegance. It keeps the flat edge of a square with the roundness of an oval nail.

Why we love it: More durable than a classic square and looks good on everyone.

What to consider: Because they’re so flattering, everyone has them. So if you’re looking for something daring to help you stand out, keep looking.

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Round Nails

Like the oval, but most often used by people who prefer short nails. They soften at the edges and follow your natural nail shape.

Why we love it: Great for short nails. These are eye-catching while pairing perfectly with just about any color.

What to consider: There’s not much holding you back from this nail shape. It’s great for beginners who are just dipping their toes into the endless world of nail art options. Approachable and easy to love.

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Ballerina Nails

Like an almond nail with a square tip, these come in different lengths but are most popular in a longer length.

Why we love it: Great for nail art and surprisingly durable. I recently loved it paired with the milky, glazed nail trend.

What to consider: They were everywhere for a while, so they might seem a bit passé. But don’t let that stop you!

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Stiletto Nails

Like their heel namesake, stiletto nails are long, thin, and sexy. They taper to a point at the top.

Why we love it: They bring the drama and are ideal if your goal is to go bold with your look.

What to consider: Stiletto nails offer barely any structural integrity. They can also make it hard to type or use your hands in athletics or when working out.

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Arrowhead Nails

Arrowhead nails can come in a range of lengths, but they all boast a signature flat tip. You’ll often see them in a longer length similar to stiletto nails, minus the pointy tip.

Why we love it: One word: striking.

What to consider: Best for long or medium-length natural nails.

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Lipstick Nails

This style is defined by a sharp diagonal point at the top of the nail. They look like a tube of lipstick which, as a beauty editor, I can’t resist.

Why we love it: A perfect blend of elegant and exciting. The asymmetrical top adds interest—perfect for a bold color or design.

What to consider: Choose a geometric pattern to emphasize the funky shape.

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Almondetto

Another mashup, these are similar to the almond mixed with the thinness of a stiletto. They are often used with a new take on the French mani.

Why we love it: Classy and cute—with a little excitement mixed in.

What to consider: You can get them as gel tips, which is currently the most popular order.

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While quiet luxury has been eclipsed by other microtrends capturing the zeitgeist, the style’s timelessness suggests that it’ll never fade entirely. Its effortless glamour and theme of beautiful undone-ness play the long game, leaning into a simple but captivating elegance. Exactly what naked nails achieve.

To perfect this goes-with-everything look, I spoke with Lesley Stanger, a nail artist, beauty creator, and Nailboo ambassador. Ahead, discover the best products for naked nails, a must-follow routine to keep your nails healthy, and everything to know about making minimalist nails work for you.

Featured image from our interview with Babba Rivera by Belathée Photography.

What are naked nails?

An important distinction: naked nails are minimal, but they don’t imply neglect. Because you’re going bold by pulling back, upkeep and care are all the more important. Naked nails run the gamut of style. Some are left completely unpolished with just a simple clip, buff, and shape to keep things clean. Others take on color, but bold hues are out of the question—think delicate nudes like rose pink, white, or a clear top coat. Naked nails are considered but never overdone. Again, healthy nails is the key.

To get the look at home, start with the essentials. A nail file, a nail strengthener, and a buffing tool. And while many of us only think about our nails once a month at the salon, it’s important to establish a consistent routine around caring for your nails.

The Best Nail Care Routine for Long-Term Nail Health

If you’re worried about tacking on another to-do to your AM/PM beauty rituals, don’t worry. Stanger assures me that it’s easy to develop an impactful nail care routine. “Make sure that you are keeping your nails hydrated,” says the artist. When nails are dry, they’re more prone to breaking. To improve nail strength and prioritize hydration, Stanger suggests the following care tips:

1. Apply a hand lotion or cuticle oil at least once daily. Doing so boosts the circulation around your nails which can stimulate nail growth. If you’re polishing your nails, cuticle oil also helps maintain shine by keeping the polish protected.
2. Apply a thin base coat layer. This adds strength and offers the dual benefit of preventing damage and staining. It’ll also increase your color’s wear time.
3. Be gentle with your nails. We’re constantly using our hands, but do what you can to minimize breakage.

Tips for Minimizing Nail Damage

Painting your nails does inevitable damage. Even if you’re using a non-toxic product, nail polishes aren’t approved by either the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) before being released. That said, before painting your nails, it’s important to read the ingredients list. You can even verify ingredients via the Environmental Working Group database for a comprehensive look into potential concerns.

Once you feel confident in the polish and products you’re using, Stanger emphasizes the importance of properly prepping your nails and removing product. First step: Don’t do your nails too often. Instead, select a long-lasting polish. She notes that Nailboo products can last up to six weeks on the nails without chipping. “They protect the nails but are easily soaked off in acetone to ensure the health of your nails after removal.”

How to Get the Naked Nail Look at Home

To improve nails’ overall appearance, you have to be mindful of how you care for them. While brighter paints or splashier designs cover up not-so-healthy nails, keeping them “naked” can reveal snags and compromised nail integrity. Stanger suggests to keep the following in mind if you’re trying the naked nails trend.

1. Clean nails on the top and underneath. Use a nail brush to remove dirt or debris.
2. Buff and file nails. This keeps nails smooth and allows you to create your preferred and most flattering shape. There are two benefits to this: your nails look great and they’ll be less likely to snag or break.
3. Apply a cuticle oil and base layer. As mentioned above, these additional steps keep nails hydrated while also adding strength and shine.

The Best Products to Perfect the Naked Nail Trend

Nailboo Blissful Blooms Cuticle & Nail Hydrating Oil

I’ve been using Nailboo products for over a month now and love how the brand has simplified and streamlined the process of doing your nails. This cuticle oil deeply hydrates nails with antioxidant-rich grapeseed oil. The lightweight, non-greasy formula dries quickly—so it’s no problem to apply daily. Note: It’s currently sold out, but I’ve found L’Occitane’s cuticle oil to be similarly softening and effective.

Blissful Blooms Cuticle & Nail Hydrating Oil

$16 at Nailboo

Vida Glow Natural Marine Collagen Sachets

When it comes to perfecting naked nails, keeping your nails healthy is everything. One of my favorite ways to ensure my nails stay strong is by supplementing with high-quality, clinically proven collagen—i.e., Vida Glow. Their natural marine collagen powder contains activated collagen peptides to stimulate collagen production, benefiting your nails, hair, and skin health. What’s more, Vida Glow’s collagen is heat stable. So while other collagen powders become less potent when exposed to heat, you can still stir a packet into your coffee and enjoy the (many) benefits.

Natural Marine Collagen Sachets

$50 at Vida Glow

Bare Hands The Dry Gloss Manicure Kit

The ultimate naked nails kit. For a one-and-done solution, this set has everything you need, pairing a polish and cuticle oil for your best-ever nails. Nourishing ingredients like jojoba seed oil, squalane, and vitamin E oil are gentle on your nails while still yielding a soft but strengthened result.

Bare Hands The Dry Gloss Manicure Kit

$42 at CAP Beauty

Gel Base + No Wipe Top Coats

Whether you’re doing naked nails or sticking with your loud and proud mani, base and top coats are non-negotiable. This bundle includes both, adding strength and shine. Like the brand’s cuticle oil, they’re fast-drying. Simply swipe and go on with your day.

Gel Base + No Wipe Top Coats

$13 (reg. $26) at Nailboo

L93 – Hand & Nail Serum

Typology is my be-all, end-all of French skincare. This serum works on both the hands and nails, providing these delicate areas with plant-based keratin and hyaluronic acid. The effect is deeply nourishing, softening your hands and cuticles. And the packaging? Stunning—so you won’t be shy about keeping your serum on the bathroom counter and using it on the daily.

L93 – Hand & Nail Serum

$29.50 at Typology

Nécessaire The Hand Cream

IYKYK: the hunt for hand creams can be long and arduous. And then you find Nécessaire. Formulated with five ceramides, five peptides to boost your skin barrier, niacinamide to strengthen skin and soften signs of aging, and marula oil, this nourishing lotion reverses brittle cuticles and wraps your hands in hydrated bliss.

The Hand Cream

$25 at Nécessaire

Nailboo Grooming Kit

For naked nails, a good grooming kit is your most essential essential. I love that the four-way file is strong and holds up to an intense filing sesh (I’ve been known to be aggressive). The cuticle pusher keeps them in place and looking fresh. And if you’re doing a DIY dip manicure, the powder brush makes for a smooth aplication.

Grooming Kit

$13 at Nailboo

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Internet research regularly points to the same brands (you’ll see your Diors, Chanels, Urban Decays, and MACs), so I did what any red-blooded, mall-going millennial would do—went to my local Sephora to ask what their top-selling powder foundations are. The good people with headsets swiftly led me to the aisles for Laura Mercier (a classic) and Make Up For Ever (a MUA fave). “It’s what most professional makeup artists use on photoshoots,” I was told of the latter.

I’ve been using my color-matched compacts for the past few weeks, and while they’re both fantastic options, I have thoughts on both (and a clear winner). But before I touch on that…

The Benefits of Powder Foundation

Unlike cream or liquid foundation, powder foundation doesn’t contain any water. Comprised mostly of finely milled pigments, emollients, and often talc, powder foundations are great for normal, combination, and oily skin types, especially ones that have oil-controlling ingredients. (Dry or mature complexions can blend powder foundation with a liquid primer to lock in a bit of hydration.)  

If you’re looking for light coverage or a way to control shine, powder foundation is a fantastic option, especially during the hot summer months.

Of course, too much can lead to an overly matte finish (or the dreaded cakey look) and can leave skin feeling completely dried out. So the product you use (and how you apply it) makes a world of difference.

Below are my thoughts on Sephora’s most popular powder foundations (at least at the Dallas location) along with a few other hits that offer lighter-than-air coverage for every budget.  

Best Overall: Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder

This is the stuff. It completely obliterated all my iffy feelings about powder foundations. Well, almost. As my Sephora friends mentioned, this lovely matte finish can be drying, even for combination skin. But a nice liquid primer or a few drops of your favorite face oil should help balance things out.

The coverage is beautifully buildable, and my skin (when properly moisturized before application) felt like silk. The super fine particles create a lovely blurring effect but still leave room for things like freckles to shine. This one did require a bit more work to ensure the powder was evenly dispersed compared to Make Up For Ever.

What’s to Love: The silky feel and no-makeup finish.

What’s Not to Love: The price. But the quality (even of the compact and included sponge) is worth it.

Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation Powder

$52 at Ulta Beauty

BeautyTok Favorite: Make Up For Ever HD Skin Matte Velvet Blurring Powder Foundation

I was a little less familiar with Make Up For Ever, but if it’s good enough for the fine folks on BeautyTok, it’s certainly good enough for me. While I didn’t love it quite as much as Laura Mercier’s powder foundation, I was impressed with how smoothly the powder went on, especially considering how fine the particles are. (Also, kudos to the physical compact, which survived my butter fingers dropping it on the cold hard floor.)

Make Up For Ever’s powder felt more hydrating than Laura Mercier, though both foundations will eventually leave skin feeling dry if you don’t apply a liquid primer.

What’s to Love: It’s almost impossible to mess up a Make Up For Ever application, which swipes on ridiculously smooth.

What’s Not to Love: While it had a lighter touch than Laura Mercier, it also wasn’t quite as blurring. (I like my coverage to, well, cover.) It also didn’t leave my skin feeling as silky.

HD Skin Matte Velvet Blurring Powder Foundation

$33 (reg. $44) at Make Up For Ever

Best for Buildable Coverage: Wander Beauty Wanderlust Powder Foundation

This foundation has me shook. As a forever fan of the dewy look, I hesitated to try something that would leave me with a more matte, poreless complexion. But after a few breakouts and even bug bites on my décolletage, I decided to dive in.

This product wears like a second skin. The foundation covers up breakouts and red spots while also evening out my complexion. And with areas that see a little more shine like my T-zone, I’m happy to have a go-to for absorbing oil. Final note: Being someone whose skin sees a lot during my daytime hours (between workouts, screen-heavy meetings, and the like), I’m glad to have something I can rely on and reapply throughout the day for customizable coverage when I need it. — Isabelle, Managing Editor

What’s to Love: This foundation comes in 12 shades, offering a premium color match that’s more accurate than its competitors. I also love the Rubicell applicator, which makes for easy subsequent applications and even makes it simple to pair the foundation with my tinted liquid moisturizer.

What’s Not to Love: While I love the lightweight formulation, I wore this during one particularly sticky beginning-of-June wedding. After an hour out in the relentless humidity, suffice it to say, this did not hold up. (But honestly, what could?)

Wander Beauty Wanderlust Powder Foundation

IYKYK—Wander Beauty is the “it” beauty brand for hard-working, multitasking clean products. This foundation offers a natural, soft matte finish that offers effortless coverage while still achieving that lit-from-within glow.

$20 at Dermstore

Best Drugstore: L’Oreal Paris Infallible Fresh Wear Foundation in a Powder

This budget-friendly favorite is TikTok famous (it’s been viral for years) for good reason: long-lasting, breathable coverage.

$16.99 at Ulta Beauty

Best for Dry Skin: Shiseido Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Custom Finish Powder Foundation

This SPF-packed foundation claims to “self-refresh” for longlasting coverage. Given the thousands of glowing reviews, I believe it.

$45 at Shisheido

Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Powder Foundation

Available in a staggering 50 shades (an inclusive Fenty signature), this vegan, medium coverage foundation is just as good as the many viral TikToks would have you believe. In Rihanna we trust.

$40 at Ulta Beauty

Chanel Ultra Le Teint Ultrawear All-Day Comfort Flawless Finish Compact Foundation

Chanel’s velvety powder melts into the skin and leaves a finish that’s (miraculously) both matte and glowy.

$68 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Best for Radiant Finish: Backstage Face & Body Powder-No-Powder

If you’re looking for luminous, Dior’s mineral-packed foundation and its buildable coverage will leave you looking radiant all day long.

$43 at Dior

M·A·C Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation

Simply put, nobody does the matte look like MAC. For a long-lasting, ultra-matte finish, this is the only choice.

$44 at Ulta Beauty

e.l.f. Camo Powder Foundation

After being so impressed by the drugstore brand’s concealer, e.l.f.’s powder foundation doesn’t disappoint (and gives just as much coverage). It also comes in an impressive amount of shades.

$11 at Ulta Beauty

Best for Mature Skin: jane iredale PurePressed Base Mineral Foundation

If you think powder makeup isn’t for mature skin, think again. This gorgeous, SPF-packed mineral formula brushes on flawlessly and doesn’t settle into wrinkles or fine lines.

$46 at Ulta Beauty

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Lip stains are not new, but they’re increasingly becoming the lip product of choice. We’re entering a new age where the best makeup is made to suit our lifestyles, not get in the way of them. From multi-tasking products to trends that celebrate what we actually look like, it was only a matter of time before we swapped out smudgy lipsticks for long-lasting color choices fit for all skin tones.

Featured image from our interview with Cyndi Ramirez by Belathée Photography.

Lip trends are no longer just about the color du jour. The best products prioritize hydrating ingredients and powerful pigments. The matte trend gave us long-wearing products, but the trade-off was dry lips. The enduring glazed lip trend offers hydration, but not the transfer-free pouts that work for our everyday lives. So if you’re seeking products that nourish your lips and last through the day, read on to discover the best lip stains on the market.

The Difference Between Lipsticks and Lip Stains

There used to be just lip balms and lipsticks. Now we’re spoiled by choice. Lipsticks are your classic creamy makeup staple. But now there are also liquid lipsticks, which give you the same coverage without the waxy coating.

So, what sets the lip stains, oils, and tints taking over the beauty sphere apart? Let’s investigate.

• Lip Tints: A sheer color option for a more effortless look.
• Lip Gloss: A sticky gloss coating that gives your lips a shiny surface.
• Lip Oils: An oil-based product with a liquid, glazed finish.
• Lip Stains: A long-lasting liquid that absorbs into the skin.

What makes a lip stain long-lasting?

Unlike other lip products, lip stains don’t just sit on top of your lips. They absorb into your skin to create a long-lasting pigment that doesn’t budge. Since the pigment is not on the surface of your skin, it’s transfer-proof.

Ingredients to Look For in a Lip Stain

The best lip stains are as nourishing as they are pigmented. Look for ingredients that give your skin moisture and lasting hydration, such as:

• Jojoba oil
• Shea butter
• Coconut oil
• Squalane
• Hyaluronic acid
• Beeswax
• Honey
• Aloe vera
• Petroleum jelly
• Avocado
• Vitamin E

How to Apply a Lip Stain

The right lip stain goes—and stays—on smooth. But preparing your pout doesn’t hurt. Some lip stains go on with just one swipe or a couple for more buildable coverage. Others, you have to swipe or peel away.

Whatever type of lip product you choose, proper lip care can boost your lip health:

• Use a lip scrub weekly. To avoid your lip product flaking or sticking to dry patches on your skin, add an exfoliating lip scrub to your routine to give yourself a clean slate.
• Try a nightly lip mask. The best way to hydrate your lips is to drench them with a nightly lip mask. You’ll wake up to hydrated lips, which create a healthy canvas for your daily products.
• Choose your lip balm wisely. Did you know that some lip balms slowly suck the moisture out of your lips? Choose one with hydrating ingredients like natural oils to nourish your lips instead of just applying a synthetic glossy coating.
• Remove with an oil-based cleanser. How you take off your lip stain is just as important as how you put it on. By gently wiping (don’t rub or scrub!) with an oil-based cleanser, you can easily remove pigment without drying out your lips.

The Best Lip Stains for Vibrant Color and Long-Lasting Coverage

FENTY BEAUTY Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain

The hype is real. This squalane-infused lip stain delivers rapid hydration in a bleed-resistant formula. And it’s available in a range of flattering shades for all skin tones. Just wipe off the glossy formula to reveal a soft tint.

$27 at Ulta Beauty

Ruby Liquid Matte Lipstick

Thanks to the liquid matte formula, this lipstick stays put without drying out your lips. An effortless swipe yields a vibrant, velvety finish. This is our top pick for lip stain lovers with a darker complexion.

$24 at Naché Cosmetics

Practically Permanent Lip Stain Marker

Color in your lips with this ‘permanent’ lip stain marker. The pen-like applicator makes it easy to apply this long-wearing, weightless product that stays in place.

$16 at Ulta Beauty

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Matte Resistance Liquid Lipstick

This lightweight rouge is a matte finish that won’t dry out your lips. The formula lasts through the day for a deep pigment you can count on.

$13.99 at Ulta Beauty

Yves Saint Laurent NU Lip & Cheek Tint Balm

Hyaluronic acid and shea butter make this luxe lip stain a must-have for an effortlessly natural look.

$28 at Nordstrom

Benefit Cosmetics Liquid Lip Blush & Cheek Tint

Another multi-tasking product that doubles as a lip stain and blush. This liquid color lasts for hours. It soaks deeply into your skin leaving it looking naturally flushed.

$24 at Ulta Beauty

Ere Perez Beetroot Cheek & Lip Tint

A clean beauty favorite, this antioxidant-rich stain provides a hydrating formula made of nourishing beetroot extract.

$30 at Credo

Charlotte Tilbury Tinted Love Lip & Cheek Tint

This non-drying, hyaluronic acid and vitamin E-enriched formula glides onto your lips for a luxe, satiny finish.

$34 at Revolve

Dior Addict Lip Tint

This viral favorite is formulated with cherry oil for unique, long-lasting hydration. Get 12 hours of comfortable, hydrated wear in just a few swipes.

$40 at Dior

RMS Beauty Lip2Cheek

This cream lip and cheek stain boasts a combination of buriti oil plus shea and cocoa butter to intensely hydrate while the concentrated pigment washes your skin with color.

$36 at Bluemercury

Clarins Water Lip Stain

Drench your lips with hydration with this water-based treatment that intensely softens with raspberry water and aloe leaf. It also protects the sensitive skin on your lips from environmental stressors with its anti-pollution complex.

$31 at Ulta Beauty

Victoria Beckham Beauty Bitten Lip Tint

Layer on this weightless gelée for a buildable flush of color made with hyaluronic acid and squalane. Its flattering formula plumps and smoothes as it hydrates for an overall perfect pout.

$36 at Neiman Marcus

Yves Saint Laurent Tatouage Couture Liquid Matte Lip Stain

This vinyl lip stain offers full coverage without the hassle. The water-based stain softens and defines your lips while delivering intense color and smudge-free shine.

$36 (reg. $45) at YSL Beauty

Nars Powermatte Lip Pigment

This liquefied matte color provides lasting, weightless coverage with a lightweight texture that instantly locks in moisture and color to suit any skin tone or occasion.

$30 at Bluemercury

ColourPop Glossy Lip Stain

Get the longevity of a lip stain with the shine of a gloss with this hydrating, water-based formula that delivers buildable coverage with a high-shine finish. Its antioxidant-rich ingredient list is packed with vitamins that rejuvenate the skin and fight free radicals.

$9 at Ulta Beauty

Wonderskin Wonder Blading Lip Stain Masque

The unique peeling process of this lip stain is a TikTok favorite. Apply 1-2 coats then wipe away to reveal the signature touch-up-free color.

$22 at Wonderskin

Flower Beauty Bitten Lip Stain

This refreshing, gel lip color moisturizes on application then dries to a long-lasting tint. The gentle pigments apply like a gloss and stay put like a stain.

$12 at Ulta Beauty

Juice Beauty Phyto-Pigments Liquid Lip Stain

This vibrant and colorful lip pigment achieves its bold, vibrant color with photopigments while softening and hydrating lips with shea butter and grapeseed oil.

$25 at Credo

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You can choose to show them off at the dinner table or opt for something that will last through your festive food prep. Holiday nails come in all shapes and sizes, but they’re always a delight. Keep reading—the best holiday nail trends are right at your fingertips.

Featured image from our interview with Cyndi Ramirez by Belathée Photography.

25 Festive Holiday Nails Ideas

Ring in the new year with the trendiest holiday nail ideas. A pop of red or a delicate design might be just what you need to add that extra bit of magic to your holiday season. From the viral trends that are taking over TikTok to timeless classics that even your mom will compliment, ahead you’ll find all the inspo you need for festive holiday nails.

@momentswithbella brown is the perfect transitional colour for the fall to winter season ????????? #winteraesthetic #holidaytok #cozylittlechristmas #winternails2023 #winternailinspo #chocolatebrownnails #fallnailinspo ? R o c k i n A r o u n d C h r i s t m a s T r e e – phoebe • 89k

1. Cocoa

Still holding onto autumn? This cocoa shade is the perfect transitional color to take you from fall into the festive season. They’re made for cradling mugs of hot chocolate—spiked or otherwise.

@nailsbycalliemarie its giving cool (?) girl winter #holidaynails #holidaynails2023 #holidaynailinspo2023 #almondnails #almondnailinspo #christmasnails #christmasnailinspo #christmasnails2023 #christmasnailinspo2023 #sparkle #sparklynails #cooltonesaesthetic #winternails #winternailinspo #winternails2023 #winternailinspo2023 ? Sleigh Bells (PhatCap! Trap Remix) – Ronettes

2. Ice Queen

Romanticize the sleet and snow with a slate grey manicure. Add some rhinestones for an icy, iridescent touch.

@sunnevaeinars fav szn ????? #holidaynails2023 #christmasnails2023 #winternails2023 ? winter things – audios for you

3. Party Szn

Sometimes, more is more. These glamorous, glittery nails pair well with a sequined dress and holiday party plans. All you need a disco ball.

@hayleylombard_ Not over the chrome trend. #chromenails #neutralnails #cleangirlnails #neutralchromenails #nailtrends2023 #nailideas #naildesignideas #trendynails2023 ? if u use this sound ur automatically hot – ?

4. Clean Girl Chrome

The chrome trend is still going strong. This semi-neutral shade is a versatile but eye-catching option for a lowkey look that still brings the glamour.

@racheletonkin Your sign to get red chrome nails for the Holidays????? #christmas #holidaynails #holidaynailsinspo #holidaynails2023 #redchromenails #redchrome #christmastime #holidays #holiday #holidayseason #christmasnails #christmasnailinspo ? Holly Jolly Christmas (Sped Up) – Michael Bublé & Sped Up Songs + Nightcore

5. Red Chrome

For a more festive take on the trend, go for a red chrome look. Your nails will look like laminated, freshly wrapped presents.

@aminaoui Who’s excited for holiday content ? using @GELCARE® Coconut Milk Morello ** use code AMINA to save 15% off #holidaynails #christmasnails #nailarttutorial #holidaynails2023 #candycanenails ? winter things – audios for you

6. Candy Cane Cutie

Is it weird to say that I want to take a bite out of these nails? (But actually… ) Add a candy cane swirl to your classic French and thank us later.

@maddybockett Nailed it ? #nailinspo #christmasnails2022 #nailart #chrimenails ? Snowman – Sia

7. Snow Dust

For another neutral option, try this subtle, snowy shade. The barely-there dusting makes these a new Christmas classic.

@overglowedit Easy ombré glitter tips using a makeup sponge ? #nailartvideos #summerstyle #nailarttrick ? luxurious – milo

8. Golden Glitter

For an easy DIY, this golden tip is a less messy way to indulge in glitter this holiday season.

@overglowedit A golden french mani inspired by my new jewelry collection with @Local Eclectic (link in my bio ?) #nailinspo #frenchmanicure #nailartideas #fallnails ? More Than A Woman – SG's Paradise Edit – Bee Gees & SG Lewis

9. Starry Night

Whatever you celebrate, nothing feels more festive than adding a celestial touch. Stars make this golden French manicure stand out without being gaudy.

@connie.wi I never wanna take these off ?? #holidaynails2022 #rhinestonenails #rhinestonenailart #diynailset #diygelx #athomenails #gelxtutorial ? original sound – marianne

10. Holiday Rhinestones

These nails look like they were dusted with the sprinkles from your holiday sugar cookies. Personalize them with your own color combinations.

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11. White Christmas

Whether it snows or not, guarantee yourself a white Christmas with this milky mani.

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12. Mistletoe Mani

Like the cherry designs that were so trendy this summer, these mistletoe decals are a great step up to the classic French.

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13. Tuxedo

Black tie events? Black nails. This tuxedo coat is a classic shade for any event you have on your holiday lineup.

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14. Emerald City

Green might feel cliche for the holidays, but this deep emerald will never go out of style.

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15. Plaid PJs

Matching pajamas are one of the more divisive holiday traditions. But I say embrace the season’s parade of plaid—especially since it makes for a cute nail pattern.

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16. Midnight Chocolate

This neutral take on the starry pattern is like a box of chocolates with allll the options. It’s like a true Christmas treat.

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17. Bows and Ribbons

I’m not the best at wrapping presents. But this manicure might make up for it.

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18. Dulce de Leche

Indulge in another sweet treat with this delicious dulce de leche shade.

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19. Mulled Wine

This cozy winter drink is also the inspiration for your next holiday red. It’s warm and classic for a reason.

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20. Icy Blue

This light blue isn’t just a trendy shade—it also doubles as a subtle nod to the Hanukkah season.

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21. Arctic Aura

A blue aura translates to a deep, pensive thinker. If you have an existential crisis on your holiday agenda, this is the mani for you.

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22. Snowflakes

Snowflakes look good with any shade, but I’m partial to this cool blue French.

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23. Ornaments

Like little baubles or Christmas confetti, this colorful polka dot pattern is a fun pop of holiday spirit.

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24. Christmas Lights

Christmas lights might be a hassle, but you can’t deny how good they look. The same goes for your nails. Plus, if you use a glow-in-the-dark polish, they can really light up the room

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25. Wreath It Up

Once you’re done decking the halls, it’s time to take the festive fervor to your nails. This delicate wreath design is a holiday fave.

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“Latisse’s active ingredient is bimatoprost, a prostaglandin analog, which has been shown in clinical studies to make eyelashes grow longer, thicker, and darker,” shares board-certified dermatologist Dr. Hadley King. “It works by lengthening the time the follicle stays in the growth phase.”

But even 15 years later, Latisse is still only available with a prescription. So for anyone looking for alternatives—and answers on how to make eyelashes grow—we tapped Dr. King. In return, she answered with all the tips, secrets, products, serums, treatments, and natural remedies to boost eyelash growth.

Featured image from our interview with Cyndi Ramirez by Belathée Photography.

Dr. Hadley King

Hadley King, MD is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in medical and cosmetic dermatology. She is also a Clinical Instructor of Dermatology at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University.

The Best Lash Growth Serums

Hands down, the best option is Latisse. But if you’re looking to try something over-the-counter, eyelash serums from brands like GrandeLASH and Dr. Lara Devgan regularly earn rave reviews.

Grande Cosmetics GrandeLASH MD Lash Enhancing Serum

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Dr. Lara Devgan Scientific Beauty Platinum Long Lash Serum

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Another Over-the-Counter Lash Growth Option

Though Dr. King generally warns against over-the-counter cosmetics advertised as increasing the length and fullness of eyebrows and lashes (their efficacy has not been critically evaluated), if you are using a product, be sure to apply them to a completely cleansed lash line with an equally clean brush.

“Latisse provides disposable single-use applicator brushes because this is the safest way to ensure minimum risk of bacterial or fungal contamination and infection,” Dr. King notes.

The dermatologist does point out another promising option when it comes to what makes eyelashes grow. However, the potential side effects may outweigh the gains.

Based on a 2012 Journal of Dermatology study, “Rogaine appears to modestly increase eyebrow growth and is comparable to Latisse,” says Dr. King, who notes that a subsequent study concluded that Rogaine can be a safe and effective treatment for brows.

“However, Rogaine often causes irritation when applied to the scalp, and the eyelid skin area is generally more sensitive, so this is also possible when used for the eyelashes,” she adds. “Side effects from applying Rogaine to the eyebrow area include burning, dryness, itchiness, redness, and scaling.”

Go the All-Natural Route

Looking to avoid chemicals and the Sephora fuss altogether? A potential eyelash growth aid can likely be found somewhere in your home. Vitamin-dense products like aloe vera gels, olive oil, and green tea can reportedly support strong, long eyelash growth while moisturizing agents like shea butter and coconut oil nourish strands and prevent breakage.

But the most prominent home remedy for stimulating eyelash growth is castor oil. And while no studies have been able to prove castor oil causes hair growth, it certainly can’t hurt.

“Castor oil is not damaging to the hair and can provide some conditioning that improves the flexibility of the hair fiber. Castor oil has also been shown in a study to increase hair luster,” shares Dr. King.

Consider a Lash Lift or Perm

The trendy treatment has all the permanence of eyelash extensions without damaging adhesives. Plus, it cuts down on the use of potentially damaging curling devices. (Even Camille is a lash lift regular.)

Protect Your Eyelashes

It doesn’t matter how much attention and care (or money) you put into your lashes if you aren’t taking preventative measures to keep them healthy. Because really, when it comes to what makes eyelashes grow, what don’t do can be just as crucial as the healthy steps you take to promote eyelash growth.

• Remove mascara before bed so lashes don’t break off onto your pillow.
• Speaking of pillows, consider a silk pillowcase for less lash-compromising friction.
• Limit the use of false eyelashes or eyelash extensions since adhesives may weaken lashes and cause breakage.
• Regularly brush out your eyelashes to distribute natural oils.
• Eat a healthy diet with plenty of protein, iron, and biotin.
• Try a solid hair growth supplement (that extends to brows and eyelashes). Nutrifol is nutritionist-approved.

Nutrafol Core for Women

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Tinted sunscreens have evolved. In 2023, expect multitasking products worthy of your hard-working summer skincare routine. The best tinted sunscreen for you offers lightweight summer coverage while prioritizing personalized sun protection. And as tinted sunscreens become more popular, brands are looking to differentiate themselves. Whether you prefer a subtle glow, concealer-like coverage, or serum-like skin tints—the best tinted sunscreen delivers.

Featured image from our interview with Nitsa Citrine by Clare Huntsberger.

The Best Tinted Sunscreen, According to Beauty Experts

But how do you know if your tinted sunscreen is providing enough sun protection? And are any of these 2-in-1 products too good to be true? For answers on what to look for as you shop tinted sunscreens, I spoke all things SPF with Scottsdale-based SkinSpirit Aesthetician and skin cancer survivor Kaylee Esplin. She encourages everyone to “shop smartly,” and warns that “tinted sunscreen and makeup products with SPF are not the same thing!”

I also tapped Rose-Marie Swift, makeup expert and founder of the beloved RMS Beauty for her tips on finding your best formula. “I have never found an SPF that I actually like, let alone love. Simple as that. From the unacceptable ingredients to the inability to layer with makeup and that ghoulish white cast, never have I loved an SPF… until now.” After creating the RMS SuperNatural Radiance Serum SPF 30, Swift wants everyone to be obsessed with their sunscreen. And a tinted product might be the way to go.

Together, the two experts provided full-spectrum coverage (pun intended) on how to find a tinted sunscreen that doubles down on sun protection and skin coverage—while, of course, keeping your look flawless.

What is tinted sunscreen?

Tinted sunscreen is an antidote to the dreaded white cast faux pas. While it offers the same protection as regular sunscreen, tinted formulations are pigmented to prevent any white residue. From sheer tints to makeup-like coverage, tinted sunscreens come in different degrees of pigments to fit your preference.

What to Look for in the Best Tinted Sunscreen

“Check the ingredient list to avoid potential irritants or allergens if you have sensitive skin,” says Esplin. “Also, consider the texture, non-comedogenicity (if you have acne-prone skin), and any additional benefits like moisturization or antioxidant properties based on your skin’s needs.”

As for its SPF properties, Esplin recommends looking for:

• Physical blockers. Look for sunscreens that contain zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, as they provide effective mineral protection and are generally well-tolerated by most skin types.
• Broad-spectrum protection. You want a sunscreen that provides protection against both UVA and UVB rays (this is typically indicated on the label).
• SPF value. Choose a sunscreen with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or higher to ensure sufficient protection.

Swift looks for mineral (aka physical) sunscreen over chemical sunscreen. The tint helps prevent the white cast that sometimes comes with mineral formulas.

Usually, zinc oxide is the main ingredient in clean mineral sunscreens. “Zinc oxide rarely causes irritation on the skin, so it can be used on any skin type—even on those with sensitive skin,” says Rose-Marie. She recommends looking for non-nano zinc oxide. “Nano refers to nanometers. Nanoparticles are smaller than 100nm. It means the mineral zinc oxide is larger than 100nm and therefore won’t penetrate your skin.” As a result, the zinc oxide creates a physical shield against the sun without irritating or clogging pores.

According to Swifft, other specific ingredients to look for include:

• Iron oxides and rose geranium extract provide blue light protection.
• Mica reflects blue light.

Tips for Applying Tinted Sunscreen

Swift recommends what she calls the two-finger method. “Squeeze one line of sunscreen onto your index finger from the base of the tip. Do the same on your middle finger and apply all over,” she advises. “This measurement will ensure enough product for adequate SPF coverage. Massage it into the face and neck as you would a moisturizer. And be sure to reapply every two hours.”

“Don’t forget to protect your lips!” Esplin adds. “My first diagnoses was in 2016, a Basal Cell Carcinoma located on the cupid’s bow portion of my upper lip—an area that most people forget to protect. It’s important to remember that even our lips are susceptible to sun damage and cancer! And the effectiveness of any sunscreen, tinted or not, also depends on proper application, using the recommended amount, and reapplying every two hours or more frequently if sweating or swimming.”

Should you wear regular sunscreen underneath tinted sunscreen?

According to Esplin, tinted sunscreen can be just as good as any other SPFs. “As long as your tinted sunscreen provides broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB rays and has an appropriate sun protection factor (SPF of at least 30), it can be as safe and effective as regular sunscreen.”

“A sunscreen with SPF 30 will protect you from around 97% of UVB rays, whereas an SPF of 50 means protection from about 98% of UVB rays,” says Swift. “Anything beyond SPF 50 makes very little difference in terms of risk of sun damage, and no sunscreens offer 100% protection from UVB rays. So we feel 30 SPF is sufficient.”

The Best Tinted Sunscreens

Best for Melanated Skin: Tower 28 SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen

When looking for a tinted sunscreen, my priority is finding something that hides hyperpigmentation while still staying lightweight. With such a great range of shades, I was wowed by how seamlessly it blended into my skin and provided a filter-like look.

• SPF: 30
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: 17 shades
• Key Ingredients: Non-Nano Zinc Oxide, Prickly Pear, Aloe Vera

Tower 28 SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen

This lightweight tinted sunscreen with buildable coverage is my personal go-to for the summer. With 17 shades, it melts into any skin tone. Its skin-loving ingredients include reparative prickly pear while aloe vera calms UV irritation.

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Best Serum Sunscreen: ILIA C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40

The fewer products, the better—especially in the sun. This serum is my go-to for a casual day out. The lightweight texture means it spreads really easily for breathable coverage. It’s great for summer because niacinamide reduces shine, making it a game-changer for oily and combination skin.

• SPF: 40
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: 3 tones
• Key Ingredients: Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Non-Nano Zinc Oxide

ILIA C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40

This innovative 3-in-1 product is a serum-skincare-SPF trifecta. Vitamin C brightens, niacinamide smooths texture and Non-Nano Zinc Oxide protects from UV rays, blue light, and pollution.

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Most Like an Instagram Filter: RMS SuperNatural Radiance Serum SPF 30

Though this line only has three shades, its blurring formula means the color matches surprisingly well. At the beginning of the summer, I mixed two shades together to get the perfect match. Now, in mid-summer, my skin is closer to the Rich shade. Whatever the tone, I love the subtle glow this gives me. No need for a highlighter.

• SPF: 30
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: 3 shades
• Key Ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Iron oxides, Mica, Rose Geranium Extract

RMS SuperNatural Radiance Serum SPF 30

“From the unacceptable ingredients to the inability to layer with makeup and that ghoulish white cast, never have I loved an SPF… until now,” says Rose-Marie Swift. “This is the one. It does it all. It blurs, creates radiance, corrects tone, and is an actual filter for the skin with just the right level of sun protection and skin-loving ingredients.”

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Best for Acne-Prone Skin: EltaMD UV Elements Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 44

• SPF: 44
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: One shade
• Key Ingredients: Zinc oxide, Titanium dioxide, Hyaluronic acid, Antioxidants

EltaMD UV Elements Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 44

Dermatologists and beauty devotees alike are obsessed with this sunscreen—and for good reason. The non-comedogenic (aka non-skin clogging) formula makes is great for staving off breakouts — so don’t hesitate to slather it on. Antioxidants prevent environmental damage while hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps.

$40

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Best Coverage: Supergoop! CC Screen SPF 50

• SPF: 50
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: 15
• Key Ingredients: Non-nano Zinc Oxide, Apple Extract, Irish Moss, Red Seaweed Extract

Supergoop! CC Screen SPF 50

This CC cream is a tinted color corrector which provides buildable coverage. It contains apple extract for instantly brighter skin while Irish moss and red seaweed contain vitamins and antioxidants to nourish your skin.

$44

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Best Drugstore: CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Sheer Tint

• SPF: 30
• Type: Mineral
• Shade range: One shade
• Key Ingredients: Ceramides, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide

CeraVe Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Sheer Tint

CeraVe is a dermatologist-approved drugstore staple. This SPF restores the skin’s protective barrier with ceramides while hyaluronic hydrates and niacinamide smooths.

$16.19

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Best for Dry Skin: La Roche-Posay Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50

• SPF: 50
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: One shade only
• Key Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Senna Alata, La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water

La Roche-Posay Mineral Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50

This French pharmacy favorite went viral for a reason. Though it’s only one shade, it melts into most skin tones while hydrating with the classic, mineral-rich La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water.

$38.99

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Best Matte: Australian Gold Botanical Tinted Face Sunscreen SPF 50

• SPF: 50
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: 3 shades
• Key Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Kakadu Plum, Eucalyptus, Red Algae

Australian Gold Botanical Tinted Face Sunscreen SPF 50

The powder matte finish and water-resistant formula make this tinted sunscreen perfect for keeping unwanted shine and sweat at bay.

$17.99

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Best Hydrating Skin Tint: Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

• SPF: 36
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: One shade only
• Key Ingredients: Zinc Oxide, Phytoene, Phytofluene, Ectoin

Alastin HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36

Flood your skin with hydration with a lightweight tinted sunscreen fortified with hydrating ingredients and antioxidants.

$64

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Best for Mature Skin: Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Mineral Sunscreen

• SPF: 30
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: 4 shades
• Key Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Vitamin E

Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Mineral Sunscreen

Protect from sun and UV damage, which can cause premature signs of aging. Made with Vitamin E and antioxidants, it also helps fade existing damage like dark spots and fine lines.

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Best for Sensitive Skin: TiZO Mineral Sun Defense Tinted

• SPF: 50
• Type: Physical
• Shade range: One shade only
• Key Ingredients: Balm mint, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide

TiZO Mineral Sun Defense Tinted

This gentle, antioxidant-rich formula is non-irritating for sensitive skin while providing SPF 50 coverage and locking in hydration to prevent dryness.

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Best Primer: Sun Bum Mineral Sunscreen Face Tint SPF 30

• SPF: 30
• Type: Mineral Sunscreen
• Shade range: One shade only
• Key Ingredients: Sunflower Extract, Rosemary Extract, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide

Sun Bum Mineral Sunscreen Face Tint SPF 30

Apply this before makeup for a tinted primer effect with SPF 30 protection and hydrating, nourishing ingredients.

$20.49

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Whether you keep your nails short or you prefer bold designs, there’s a summer nail trend for everyone. This season, the nail spectrum spans natural nudes to neons and everything in between. I’ve scoured social media to find the coolest nail trends by celebrity nail artists and crafty DIYers alike. Bookmark this page and save for summer nail inspo that you can take to the salon or try your hand at (!) yourself.

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Barbiecore

No doubt, Barbiecore is the hottest trend of the summer. Pink is the shade, Barbie is the reason. To me, Barbiecore is a reminder to add some whimsy to your life and do something fun for your inner child. Nothing says that like all pink everything—including your summer nails.

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Pink Soda

Another way to pull off the pink trend is to channel your favorite summer drinks. This glittery texture imitates the perfect fizz of a strawberry lemonade or a fun summer spritz.

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Rosé All Day

Short, nude-esque nails are all the rage. (We have the quiet luxury trend to thank.) This pinkish, rosé-inspired hue is perfect for a summer vacay.

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True Nude

For a truly classic look, you can’t go wrong with a glossy nude. And this summer, you’ll be seeing them everywhere.

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Milky Pastel

Pastels are back, mostly in milky shades. I can already picture enjoying these candy-coated summer nails while savoring a soft serve on the beach.

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Classic Red

Red hot for summer: this spicy classic. Go for a firey shade or a more tomato hue to channel the latest Italian summer trend—#TomatoGirl—for your vacation nails.

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Strawberry Summer

A fun twist on a classic red nail is this easy-to-DIY strawberry look. We’re loving strawberries on everything this year—nails are no exception.

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Fruit Salad

Adding fun pop art on your nails is like a low-stakes version of a cute sticker tattoo. This year, fruit salad decals are all the rage. Your mani will be the star of any potluck.

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Cherry

All the best fruits are in season, and what better way to celebrate the harvest than with your summer nails? Adding a cherry detail to a French manicure (or really any other look) is a fun summer flair.

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Gingham

Channel this classic summer vibe with a breezy gingham print. Inspired by picnic baskets and summer dresses, this whimsical look works in every color.

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Flower Crown

Flower crowns may be passé, but flower crown nails are a fresh take on florals. Cap off a colorful French mani with a string of flower details.

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Tenniscore

Tenniscore is everywhere this summer. On or off the courts, we’re channeling the preppy style this season. Give your green nails—which were trending this spring—an upgrade with this tenniscore twist.

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Mermaidcore

If watching The Little Mermaid live-action at the start of summer inspired you as much as it did us, you won’t be surprised by the resurgence of mermaidcore. Anything that feels ethereal and underwater goes for this one—bonus points for glitter and iridescent sparkles.

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Aquamarine

For the ultimate throwback mermaid reference, channel the beautiful beachy vibes with an aquamarine blue. You could say we’ve got a blue crush on this shade.

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Sky Blue

Now that we’re out of the June gloom, the skies are finally crystal clear and your nails can follow suit. One of the most popular colors this summer is sky blue. Just head to your local salon for the proof.

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Head in the Clouds

Even if the skies are clear, soft clouds on your nails are an easy DIY that makes any color even more interesting.

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Stardust

This one’s for anyone who checks CoStar daily and asks everyone they meet for their star sign. Clear summer skies mean a night sky full of stars. It’s the perfect reason to add star decals to your nails.

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Pearls

The world is your oyster—a truth your summer nails know well. If you’re a fan of adding 3D ornaments to your nails, pearls are an elegant way to get in on this trend. Quiet luxury meets ornate nail art. It’s the best of both worlds.

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Crystals

Another opulent way to adorn your nails is to add crystals. A dusting of clear crystals will elevate even the most simple summer looks.

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Gemstones

Take the crystal trend one step further with colorful gemstones. To make it even more personal, research your birthstones and use those to inspire the look.

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Glitter Glam

Take it back to basics and add a glitter coat to your nails. Get the glam look without the upkeep of 3D nail jewelry.

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Disco Nails

Is your disco ball your favorite piece of home décor? Do you always take a video of every disco ball you encounter on a night out? Same—and this nail trend is for us. It’s perfect for summer concerts, from Eras (hello, mirrorball) to Renaissance (disco tips!).

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Stained Glass

This colorful take on the disco trend will make your nails look like stained glass. It’s funky, cool, and guaranteed to catch everyone’s eyes.

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Fairycore

Fairycore is the ethereal extension of cottagecore that we’re totally here for. Exploring nature all summer long? Do it with fairy-inspired nails. Think: mossy, earthy colors with colorful accents.

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Rainbow Tips

One of the biggest rainbow trends we saw this June was a subtle rainbow tip. Good news: this look is going strong all summer.

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Ombre Tips

New takes on the classic French are all the rage. And while ombre hair and ombre clothing are trends of the past, a subtle ombre gradient on your nails is cool and classy.

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Neon Gradients

Want to take your ombre look to the next level? Try mixing neon gradients with unexpected colors for a bold beach nail look.

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Neon Edges

Another way to try neon is a neon outline around a nude nail. Balance.

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Neon Texture

Textured details are a cool way to embrace 3D nails without intense upkeep and protruding nail jewelry. Neon lines and textured curves are huge this summer for a playful look.

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Chrome Flame

Embrace the chrome trend and the texture trend with these chrome flame nails. Add some edge to your look while manifesting many nights spent beside outdoor fire pits.

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Snakes

The snake trend is a simple DIY with a super cool result. Whether you add snake decals or just stick to embracing snake print, it’s a cool way to give the illusion of texture and add a funky print to a plain color.

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Butterflies

A classic for summer. Channel afternoons at the botanical gardens with butterfly details on your nails.

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Cowboy

The cowboy and western aesthetic is here to stay. Bring back cow print everything. I’m fully here for it.

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Thankfully, beauty brands are experimenting with new, better foundation options. Enter: stick foundation. Like a bronzer or any favored multi-stick, this tube application is smooth and satisfying. The best stick foundations in the beauty aisles are inspiring more shoppers to try these convenient, cake-free coverage options.

Intrigued? Thought so. Read on to discover what to look for in a stick foundation and where to find the best ones.

Featured image from our interview with Alicia Yoon by Winnie Au.

The Best Stick Foundations in 2023

There’s much to consider when choosing a foundation. First: how it looks. Think shade range, texture, coverage, and buildability. You might also consider ingredients. Is the product clean and nontoxic? Does it include hydrating ingredients or SPF?

To discover the best stick foundations, I polled some of our editors who are already believers themselves. And of course, I scoured through reviews and store aisles to try some myself.

Best Overall: Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick

I use this foundation stick in “Buff.” It has buildable coverage, non-toxic ingredients, and it’s super lightweight. I love it—hands down, it’s my favorite. — Brandy, Motherhood Contributor

What We Love:

• Buildable, long-lasting coverage
• Non-toxic formulation
• Lightweight coverage
• Hydrating

What We Don’t:

• Honestly? It’s hard to find fault with a multi-stick that comes in a range of shades, is formulated with skin-loving ingredients, and doesn’t irritate even acne-prone skin. It’s an easy yes!

Merit The Minimalist Perfecting Complexion Stick

This versatile product is your one-stop replacement for both your foundation and concealer. Its breathable formula contains fatty acids to soften your skin and lock in moisture, plus sea daffodil extracts to treat pigmentation and dark spots while you cover them up.

$38

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Best Sheer: Ogee Sculpted Complexion Stick

I’ll admit, I was influenced to buy this product from an Instagram ad that touted effortless, summer makeup. But here’s the kicker: it actually delivered. I’ve been packing this in my toiletries bag for travel and it’s so easy to swipe on and use a makeup brush to blend for sheer color that reduces pores and adds a little glow. My one caveat is that skin needs to be very well moisturized before applying to avoid a cakey or patchy texture. — Camille, Editor-in-Chief

What We Love:

• Easy for on-the-go application
• Provides sheer glow and color

What We Don’t:

• Can wear cakey if skin isn’t properly moisturized
• Limited shade range

Ogee Sculpted Complexion Stick

A hydrating foundation with light coverage and a sheer finish.

$58

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Best Hydrating: Milk Makeup Flex Foundation Stick

Milk Makeup is known for its skincare-focused approach to makeup, and the brand’s best stick foundation is further proof that it delivers on its mission. This ultra-hydrating formula has an easy-to-apply texture and flexible finish. Though it doesn’t shine in its buildability, this stick foundation still provided a ton of coverage in just a few swipes without feeling heavy.

What We Love:

• Hydrating
• Easy to apply
• Offers plenty of coverage with minimal application

What We Don’t:

• Not as buildable as other picks

Milk Makeup Flex Foundation Stick

This formula is packed with hydrating and active ingredients like gently exfoliating marshmallow root plus moisturizing blue lotus and soothing chamomile.

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Best Budget: Thread Beauty Face It Complexion Stick

While I have the Merit pick in my medicine cabinet, I keep Thread’s affordable option with me at all times. As in, I have three of the sticks for my purse, toiletries bag, and yes—even in my car. But no, my obsession doesn’t end there. I also have it in two shades—one to match my skin color for coverage, another two shades darker for contouring, and another one shade lighter as a highlighter. I love that it wears with a soft matte texture, giving me both the dewy, hydrated look I crave while also covering up any pores. At this price point, it’s a solid pick that truly does it all. My only gripe is that, compared to the Merit stick, I have to reapply a couple of times throughout the day.

What We Love:

• Comes in a range of shades
• Soft matte application
• Affordable price point

What We Don’t:

• Has to be touched up or reapplied every few hours

Thread Beauty Face It Complexion Stick

Face It from Thread Beauty is a weightless, cream complexion stick for fast and easy medium-full coverage on the go.

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Best Clean Beauty: Westman Atelier Complexion Stick

The hype is real for this stick foundation. From the first swipe, I loved the texture. It goes on like silk, and only needed a few swipes to give me a light but effective coverage. I was impressed by how seamlessly it blended into my skin. Plus, as a lover of clean beauty, the thoughtful formula impressed me with its combination of nourishing ingredients and lightweight oils.

What We Love:

• Silky texture
• Light but effective coverage
• Blends seamlessly into skin

What We Don’t:

• Our priciest pick, but worth the splurge

Westman Atelier Complexion Stick

This creamy foundation is made with squalane and other hydrating ingredients to ensure a smooth finish while other skin-soothing, antibacterial ingredients calm and protect from pollution.

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Best Shade Range: Fenty Beauty Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick

Fenty Beauty is known for changing the game with its shade range, pushing the beauty industry at large to match its expansive and inclusive collection since its launch. And it’s famed for the compliment-garnering efficacy of its products. This stick foundation provides smooth, seamless coverage that lasts all day.

What We Love:

• Inclusive shade range
• Smooth, seamless coverage
• Long-lasting

What We Don’t:

• Not easy to blend

Fenty Beauty Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick

If you’re after a more matte look, especially for the summer, look no further. This pick’s coconut oil base ensures it glides on and nourishes your skin without drying.

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Best Drugstore: Wet n Wild PhotoFocus Stick Foundation

You get a ton of bang for your buck with this drugstore stick foundation. It delivers long-lasting, all-day coverage with a smooth texture and a multi-dimensional finish.

What We Love:

• Long-lasting coverage
• Affordable price point
• Flawless semi-matte finish

What We Don’t:

• It can wear a little sticky and we don’t love it for warm (re: sweaty) days

Wet n Wild PhotoFocus Stick Foundation

Argan and sunflower oils help give this smooth stick foundation its seamless blendability and weightless texture.

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Best SPF: BLK/OPL TRUE COLOR Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation

While you’ll still want to layer a higher SPF under this, having sun protection in your foundation makes it convenient to throw in your bag and touch up throughout the day. Its blurring finish gives you a more even complexion while also shrinking the look of pores and uneven texture.

What We Love:

• Provides a seamless, poreless finish
• Perfect color match for a range of shades
• Built-in SPF and antioxidant protection

What We Don’t:

• Product can smear after a couple of hours

BLK/OPL TRUE COLOR Skin Perfecting Stick Foundation SPF 15

Fortified by SPF and Vitamins C and E, this foundation provides antioxidant protection to prevent further complexion issues while wearing it. It also features shade-matching technology to assure an even, customized match to your skin.

$13.50

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Best Finish: Nudestix Tinted Blur Stick

For a filter-like finish, this blur stick is like slapping on Instagram’s Paris filter. It gives you a smoother texture and a more even complexion without caking or creasing.

What We Love:

• No caking or creasing
• Smooth finish

What We Don’t:

• Only available in three shades

Nudestix Tinted Blur Stick

Triglycerides hydrate your skin in this smooth, sculpting stick foundation. Use it as a full coverage base or for sculpting with its versatile texture and wide shade range.

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I think of summer as the great equalizer. Keeping my makeup from slipping and sliding off my face is a year-round sport. But in the summer, we’re all faced with the same challenge—and we all want answers.

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Setting Spray vs. Powder: What to Know

There are hoards of products dedicated to making your looks last, from primers and micellar waters to prep your skin to setting sprays and powders. But which options actually work? Turns out, in the battle of setting spray vs. powder, there’s no single right choice. It all comes down to your skin type and desired look.

I spoke to Jena Joyce, a skincare expert, herbalist, and the founder and CEO of The Plant Mother, about how to get your look to stay fresh using setting spray and powder. Jena shares her insights below.

What is the difference between setting powder and setting spray?

You can get a setting spray for either mattifying your makeup or making your makeup more dewy. Depending on what look you are going for, you can choose a spray that works best for you. A powder is only for mattifying and will help to reduce sheen and oil.

I would recommend that a person with dry or combination skin use a spray while those who experience oily skin should use the setting powder. However, both can also be used at the same time to amplify your makeup so it lasts longer.

What should you consider when purchasing a setting powder or setting spray?

When looking to buy a setting spray, you want to know first if you want to have dewy or matte skin. If you primarily use matte, full-coverage foundation, then a matte setting spray would be best. If you use a lightweight and dewy foundation, then choose a setting spray that will help to keep your makeup more on the glossy side. It’s important to try and match your makeup to your powder or spray as you don’t want any separation in your makeup. 

When looking for a setting powder, you can get pressed or loose powder form. Both help your makeup stay put, but a powder that is more compressed can act like a foundation and will give you a full-coverage feel.

Although it’s not as common, some setting powders can contain talc which is an ingredient known to cause health issues. Inhalation of talc can cause breathing issues, chest pain, and wheezing. Try to avoid this ingredient and stick to more natural products. 

What’s the best way to apply setting sprays and powders?

Setting powders and spray should be applied after your makeup. However, I would advise waiting to put your mascara on after you use a spray as this could cause smudging!

You should stick to common base ingredients when it comes to your makeup. If you don’t, your makeup will separate.

I like people to envision mixing oil with water. It simply doesn’t blend! This is the same with your makeup which is why it’s important to use a spray or powder that has the same base as your foundation and concealers. Keep oils with oils and water-based with water-based products.

How to Pick the Product That’s Right for You

You can use a setting spray, powder, or both to get your desired look. But with so many options on the market, how do you choose the right one? No beauty product is created equal, so I asked Dr. HariKiran Chekuri—a board-certified dermatologist, cosmetic surgeon, and the medical head of ClinicSpots—about choosing the right products for your skin. Keep reading for insights.

Tips for Selecting a Setting Powder

• Shade. Select a translucent setting powder that is universal for all skin tones, or a tinted setting powder that matches your foundation or adds some warmth or depth to your complexion.
• Finish. You can choose a matte setting powder that eliminates shine and gives you a velvety look, or a luminous setting powder that adds some subtle shimmer and gives you a soft-focus look.
• Texture. Choose a loose setting powder that is finely milled and easy to blend, or a pressed setting powder that is compact and convenient to carry.

Tips for Selecting a Setting Spray

• Formula. Opt for a water-based setting spray that is lightweight and hydrating, or an alcohol-based setting spray that is long-lasting and mattifying.
• Finish. You can choose a dewy setting spray that enhances your glow and makes your skin look plump and healthy, or a matte setting spray that reduces shine and makes your skin look smooth and flawless.
• Ingredients. You can choose a setting spray that contains beneficial ingredients for your skin type, such as antioxidants, vitamins, hyaluronic acid, glycerin, etc. You should also avoid setting sprays that contain harmful ingredients such as parabens, sulfates, phthalates, etc.

Key Ingredients to Look For

• Antioxidants. These are substances that protect your skin from free radical damage caused by environmental factors such as UV rays, pollution, etc. Some examples of antioxidants are vitamin C, vitamin E, and green tea extract.
• Hyaluronic acid. This is a molecule that attracts and retains moisture in your skin cells. It helps hydrate your skin, plump up fine lines and wrinkles, and improve your skin elasticity.
• Glycerin. This is a humectant that draws water from the air into your skin. It helps moisturize your skin, smooth out rough patches, and prevent dryness.

Ingredients to Avoid

• Parabens. Parabens are preservatives that prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products. They are linked to hormonal disruption, allergic reactions, and breast cancer risk.
• Sulfates. These are detergents that create foam in cleansing products. They’re known to strip away natural oils from your skin, irritate your skin barrier, and cause dryness.
• Phthalates. These are plasticizers that make products more flexible and durable. They are associated with reproductive toxicity, endocrine disruption, and developmental defects.

Tips for Finishing Off Your Look

A general rule of thumb is to use products with similar formulas to ensure compatibility and avoid separation or oxidation of your makeup.

For example, if you use an oil-based foundation, consider using an oil-based setting powder or an alcohol-based setting spray to set it in place and prevent it from sliding off due to oil production. If you use a water-based foundation, you might want to use a water-based setting powder or a water-based setting spray to lock it in place and prevent it from drying out.

You can also experiment with different combinations of products to see what works best for you and what gives you the desired effect. For example, you can use an oil-based foundation with a water-based setting spray to add some dewiness and hydration to your matte base. Or, try a water-based foundation with an oil-based setting powder to add some warmth and glow to your natural base.

The key is to test out different products on yourself and see how they perform on your skin type and with your makeup style.

The Best Setting Sprays

In the summer, setting sprays can help you achieve that dewy, glowy look. A good setting spray provides a weightless but effective hold. Many setting sprays now also contain skincare ingredients to help hydrate your skin while protecting your makeup.

Most Versatile Setting Spray: ILIA Blue Light Mist

To add an extra layer of protective power to my everyday look, I spritz ILIA Blue Light Mist as a final step before mascara. It works for everything from my fresh-faced, sunscreen-only days to my full coverage looks. Given that I spend most of my time in front of my phone or computer, this mist helps prevent any negative effects that come with blue light, such as potential premature aging and stress on your skin.

But beyond its blue light-blocking benefits, it’s also a powerful setting spray. Filled with clean, skin-first ingredients, it hydrates and sets for a finish that looks vibrant and dewy. Perfect for summer.

• Key Ingredients: Aloe, Marine Actives, Mastic, Tara Extract
• Size: 1.7 fl oz 

ILIA Beauty Blue Light Mist

Aloe and marine actives hydrate your look for a dewy finish while Mastic holds your makeup in place and Tara Extract’s antioxidant effects protect from blue light. Enjoy a protective shield from sweat, harmful lights, and the elements.

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Best Setting Spray for Long Wear: Urban Decay All-Nighter Setting Spray

They say classics are a classic for a reason, and this is the proof. This waterproof setting spray got me through concerts in my teenage years and parties in my early 20s. It’s my go-to for long-lasting coverage. Promising 16 hours of fixed protection, it’s a cult favorite that lives up to the hype. However, its alcohol base might be irritating to some skin types.

• Key Ingredients: Alcohol, Aloe
• Size: 4 fl oz

Urban Decay All-Nighter Setting Spray

The patented Temperature Lock Technology is the secret to this spray’s success. It cools the temperature of your makeup to lock it in place for 16 hours without creases or fine lines, even in your T-Zone.

$36

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Best Setting Spray for Refresh and Touch-Ups: Morphe Continuous Setting Mist

This fan-favorite formula is bolstered by its easy-to-apply continuous spray. Not only does it last all day, but the refreshing mist ensures an even application. Infused with vitamins and fruit extracts, it leaves behind a radiant finish, making it ideal to carry on the go if you need to refresh your look.

• Key Ingredients: Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, Fruit Extracts
• Size: 2.8 oz

Morphe Continuous Setting Mist

Vitamin-rich and infused with fruit extracts, this water-based spray leaves an even, radiant finish. The continuous mist sets powder and liquid makeup for long-lasting protection.

$17

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Best Setting Spray for Dry Skin: Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Setting and Refreshing Spray

This ultra-hydrating setting spray is a targeted solution for dry skin. Ever find your makeup sticking to dry flakes or causing creases? First, be sure to exfoliate before applying makeup for your smoothest finish. Then, choose a primer that gives your skin a boost of hydration. Milk Makeup is known for its innovative products that blend skincare and makeup, like this refreshing and protective spray.

• Key Ingredients: Blue Agave, Hemp Seed Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe, Niacinamide
• Size: 3.38 fl oz

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Setting and Refreshing Spray

Hemp-derived cannabis seed and moringa seed oils lock in lightweight moisture while hyaluronic acid, aloe, and niacinamide hydrate and protect with antioxidants. Blue agave gives it its weightless hold with a hydrating grip.

$38

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Best Clean Beauty Setting Spray: PYT Beauty One & Done Setting Spray

This clean beauty setting spray does it all. It hydrates, protects from blue light and pollution, and of course, sets your look. True to its name, its powerful formula keeps your look locked in with just one spritz. Plus, its bevy of clean beauty ingredients helps to brighten the skin beneath your makeup and even reduce the look of blemishes.

• Key Ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe, Niacinamide B3, Rosehip Extract
• Size: 3.4 fl oz

PYT Beauty One & Done Setting Spray

Hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe leaf juice, and dandelion extract combine with blemish-fighting, brightening ingredients like niacinamide. This lightweight formula also protects from pollution and blue light while setting your look all day.

$20

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The Best Powders

Powders can get a bad reputation. Though they effectively cut shine, they can also quickly cake and crease. And even when they work, new beauty trends favor less coverage and skin that looks like skin. Can powders achieve that? Don’t count it out. But a good powder is the best way to control oil—whether you’re going for a completely matte look or just a more controlled glow.

Most Versatile Setting Powder: Glossier Wowder

Glossier is known for making skin-first products that give you an effortless glow. So it makes sense that their cult-favorite powder doesn’t compromise your pursuit of dewy, natural-looking skin. I tried the Glossier Wowder when I was deep in my Glossier phase and it’s one of the products I’ve kept in my rotation ever since. The kaolin clay base absorbs oil without leaving a cakey residue. It works well with my other hydrating products to create a look that is controlled but not flat. Get this breathable powder if you want your skin to look like skin while still toning down the midday grease.

• Key Ingredients: Diamond Powder, Kaolin Clay, Vitamin E
• Size: 7.2 g

Glossier Wowder

Kaolin Clay is the secret ingredient that absorbs oil without caking or sitting on top of your skin. Combined with diamond powder, which has reflective particles for a subtle glow, Glossier’s Wowder keeps your look from falling flat or falling apart.

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Best Powder for Oily Skin: Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish

Charlotte Tilbury’s powders are legendary for a reason. The featherweight texture has been described as cashmere for your face. With this super-fine texture and oil-infused formula to promote softness, it blurs your skin without drying or caking.

• Key Ingredients: Mica, Rose Wax, Almond Oil
• Size: 8 grams

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish

Almond oil and rose wax promote softness while light-reflecting pearls create a luminous finish.

$48

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Best Powder for Mattifying: Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Blotting Powder 

If you want a more matte look, this non-drying formula gets you that soft focus blur without discomfort, dullness, or cakiness. The invisible shade makes it suitable for all skin tones without leaving a white cast or a flashback effect in photos. With natural oils like squalane, it controls excess shine while keeping your skin soft and hydrated for all-day wear.

• Key Ingredients: Mica, Squalane, Chia Seed Extract
• Size: 8.5 grams

Fenty Beauty Invisimatte Blotting Powder 

Chia seed extract and mica mattify and absorb oil for all-day look protection. Squalane is a nourishing but lightweight oil that keeps your skin hydrated while perfecting the matte look.

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Best for Combination Skin: Rare Beauty Always an Optimist Soft Radiance Setting Powder

This loose powder is lightweight enough for your dry areas and powerful enough for your oilier areas, like your T-Zone. The airy texture gives you a natural, even finish for comfortable all-day coverage. Blur your pores and smooth your texture without caking or bumps.

• Key Ingredients: Mica, Squalane
• Size: 9.5 grams

Rare Beauty Always an Optimist Soft Radiance Setting Powder

This soft blurring powder is smooth and sheer, while squalene keeps your skin comfortable and hydrated all day.

$25

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But of course, I always want to be working with the best of the best. And with new products releasing all the time, it’s important to do my research and try out what’s available. So, after lots of deep dives and scouring through skincare social media accounts, I gathered together some of the best primers for oily skin and put them to the test.

How We Determined the Best Primers for Oily Skin

There are a lot of primers on the market. For oily skin gals, not just any primer will do. Whether you’re a fan of matte or dewy looks, your oily skin can sabotage even your most low-maintenance looks. So finding the right primer for oily skin is key.

To discover which primers are actually worth the hype, I tested them based on:

• Texture: What does it feel like?
• Hold: How well does it hold makeup throughout the day/night?
• Key Ingredients: What is in it? Does it contain other skincare ingredients I like?
• Skin Type: Is it made for oily skin?
• Size: How much bang you get for your buck

The Best Primers for Oily Skin

Read on to discover which of the best primers for oily skin are worth buying for all occasions and every type of look.

Best Overall: Rare Beauty Illuminating Primer

Rare Beauty never disappoints. This weightless texture is not to be underestimated. It hydrates and plumps your skin with soothing skincare ingredients while providing a radiant, smooth canvas for your makeup. The pearly finish will give you that lit-from-within glow while the hydrating ingredients address all skin types.

• Key Ingredients: Glycerin, Sunflower Seed Oil, Lotus Extract, Gardenia Extract, and White Waterlily Extract
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 0.94 oz/ 28 mL

Rare Beauty Illuminating Primer

Plump and hydrate with glycerin and sunflower oil while the pearl-enriched formula creates a radiant finish. Botanics like lotus, gardenia, and white waterlily soothe and prevent irritation for easy, all-day wear.

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Best Priming Serum: Dr. Loretta Intense Replenishing Serum 

This is a serum-first with serious priming benefits. When summer comes around, it’s pretty much all I wear under my sunscreen. The lush, gel texture makes it a refreshing serum that intensely hydrates summer skin. Any irritation or sun damage feels instantly soothed as this serum goes to work repairing my skin barrier. But it’s also my secret weapon for priming my skin. It creates a smooth canvas for makeup. For anyone who likes that dewy look, this primer is for you. If you prefer a more matte finish, save this for your nighttime routine to hydrate after a day of being out in the sun.

• Key Ingredients: Antioxidants, Glycolipids, Linolenic Acids, Vitamin E
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 1 fl oz

Dr. Loretta Intense Replenishing Serum

An intense blend of powerful antioxidants and rich hydrators combine to drench your skin in healing and protective ingredients while creating a slip-free, dewy canvas for makeup or skincare.

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Best Mattifying Primer: Fenty Beauty True Matte Pro Filt’r

Another hit and run from Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty, this mattifying primer stops shine in its track to keep skin looking fresh for longer. If you’re a fan of the original Fenty primer, this True Matte version has the same cloud-like texture with an even stronger hold. If you have combination skin, you can apply it on your oiler areas. But for full-on oily skin, a thin layer all over will keep you matte all day.

• Key Ingredients: Blue Agave Extract, Blurring Powders
• Skin Type: Oily & Combination
• Size: 1.08 oz/30 mL

Fenty Beauty True Matte Pro Filt’r

Blue Agave Extract softens and moisturizes the skin for an oil-free but nourishing base. Blurring powders control shine and create a matte canvas.

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Best Hydrating: Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer – Blurring

This hydrating primer attracts moisture to the skin with a silky, thick texture that spreads easily and improves your complexion over time. Glycerin also helps plump the skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and texture, making your skin look smoother while blurring powders create a light-reflecting canvas. The hydrating hold and blurring effects give you the best of both worlds: a dewy finish without excess shine.

• Key Ingredients: Microalgae, Glycerin, Blurring Powders
• Skin Type: Oily & Combination
• Size: 1.7 oz/50 mL

Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer

Microalgae and glycerin boost and retain moisture for a hydrating texture while blurring powders conceal pores, fine lines, and excess shine.

$47

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Best Gel: Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Hydrating Makeup Primer

I’ve been a Milk Makeup stan since I first started wearing makeup. As someone who doesn’t love wearing a ton of products, Milk has always offered lightweight, skincare-focused options that feel like you’re wearing nothing. This primer is a perfect example. I keep it in the fridge and drench my skin in its hydrating, soothing formula when I want a dewy look. Hydrating ingredients fuel my skin while blue agave keeps a tight grip on my makeup. Pro tip: Let it dry for a minute or so before applying makeup for the most effective hold.

• Key Ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Blue Agave Extract, Hemp-Derived Cannabis Seed Extract, Aloe
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 1.52 oz/45 mL

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Hydrating Makeup Primer

Blue Agave Extract is an oil-free ingredient that grips and holds makeup while hyaluronic acid and aloe Water boost hydration and lock in moisture.

$38

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Best Multi-Tasking: Lys Secure Skin Gripping Serum Primer

What can’t this primer do? This super serum doesn’t just blur pores and diminish shine, it works to improve your skin every time your wear it. We’ve all experienced those pore-clogging primers that leave you with breakouts and blemishes. For oily skin, this is a constant struggle. But this primer prevents breakouts with natural AHAs and niacinamide to sweep and minimize pores while you wear it, stopping breakouts before they happen.

• Key Ingredients: Niacinamide, AHA-Fruit Blend
• Skin Type: Combination & Oily Skin, Blemish-prone Skin
• Size: 30ml

Lys Secure Skin Gripping Serum Primer

An AHA-fruit blend gently sloughs away dead skin for a smoother face, while niacinamide evens texture and creates a smooth canvas.

$20

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Best Blur: Smashbox Photo Finish Primer

This classic lightweight gel is a favorite of makeup artists for a reason. The “photo finish” is no joke—wearing it makes my skin look instantly smoother in photos. A little bit of the gel goes a long way, and its vitamin E and A-enriched formula helps skin look smoother over time. You can also use it over makeup to touch up your look during the day. (Psst… You can also apply it to your hair to tame flyaways or refresh your slicked-back style.)

• Key Ingredients: Vitamins A and E
• Skin Type: Oily & Combination
• Size: 1 oz/30 mL

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer

This oil-free gel contains vitamins to give you instant results while also fostering long-term skin health in one product.

$48

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Best for Absorbing Oil: Exa Splash Zone Oil-Free Hydrating Primer

Instead of packing on the powder, this multi-tasking serum can act as a primer underneath your makeup, or layered on top of your look to absorb oil and prevent shine without cakey residue. The gel-texture also makes it easy to combine with foundation to create a lightweight skin tint for summer. Full of clean beauty ingredients and no oil, it’s a natural way to hold and grip your makeup look however works best for your skin.

• Key Ingredients: Niacinamide, Blue Spirulina, Prickly Pear Extract, Aloe, Glycerin
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 1.1 oz/35 ml

Exa Splash Zone Oil-Free Hydrating Primer

Niacinamide absorbs oil and addresses texture while prickly pear extract deeply hydrates, sinking into your skin for a shine-free hold.

$34

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Best Drugstore: Benefit Cosmetics The POREfressional Pore Minimizing Primer

With a balm-like texture, this nourishing primer masks pores and creates a smooth, texture-free surface for your makeup. Suitable for all skin types and tones, it’s a quick solution to wear under or over makeup. Throw it in your bag for on-the-go fixes and midday touchups. It instantly mattifies shine, like a balmy blotting solution that controls excess oil production all day. For the strongest hold, apply under and over your makeup look to double down on its priming effects.

• Key Ingredients: Vitamin E
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 0.75 oz/21 g

Benefit Cosmetics The POREfressional Pore Primer

Apply this balm under or over makeup for an instant blurring effect. Meanwhile, vitamin E nourishes your skin while protecting you from free radicals.

$34

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Best Sunscreen Primer: Supergoop! Glowscreen Illuminating Primer SPF40

If I didn’t already love the Glowscreen, the fact that it doubles as a primer makes me love it more. To keep my routine minimal in the summer, combining my SPF with my primer is a godsend. Plus, the radiant finish gives me a dewy, pearlescent look. The light tint (available in four shades) also provides a little bit of coverage that blends with any product you layer on top. Reapplication is easy since it fortifies the matte look while helping bolster your sun protection.

• Key Ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and Vitamin B5
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 1.7 oz.

Supergoop! Glowscreen Illuminating Primer SPF40

This sunscreen/primer/serum contains hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin B5 to plump and smooth your skin while shielding it from the sun and creating a matte canvas.

$38

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Best Clean Beauty Priming Serum: Ilia True Skin Radiant Priming Serum

This primer was recommended to me by the board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Loretta Skincare, Dr. Loretta. “The Ilia True Skin Radiant Priming Serum goes on beautifully and absorbs quickly into the skin. It is aloe based so it hydrates without clogging pores and can even soothe redness and inflammation in acne-prone oily skin.”

• Key Ingredients: Hibiscus extract, Aloe, Glycerin
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 1 oz/30 ml

Ilia True Skin Radiant Priming Serum

This clean beauty favorite contains ingredients like hibiscus extract, aloe, and glycerin to soothe and hydrate while it primes. As a skincare-focused serum, it creates firmer skin over time and helps boost your skin’s overall brightness.

$52

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Best Affordable: The Ordinary High Adherence Silicone Primer

Dr. Loretta also recommended this affordable primer from cult-favorite brand, The Ordinary. “The Ordinary High Adherence Silicone Primer is also a great option. The silicone distributes the formula very evenly and can help to trap in moisture as well as give a reflective benefit to minimize pores and other imperfections on oily skin.” While silicone primers are not for everyone, this one offers a strong grip and an easy-to-apply texture, making it a great staple.

• Key Ingredients: Silicone
• Skin Type: All
• Size: 1 oz/30 mL

The Ordinary High Adherence Silicone Primer

This silicone cream mattifies and hydrates for non-greasy, oil-free coverage that reduces the appearance of pores.

$7

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In addition to polling the Camille Styles team, I scoured the web for glowing reviews and ratings, ultimately landing on nine absolute bangers of undereye concealers—with four true standouts—priced mercifully under $15.

Go ahead, treat your eyes to something fairly priced.

Featured image by Riley Reed.

How We Landed on the Best Undereye Concealers

I’m a makeup minimalist, but I take my concealer seriously. When I play it right, I can usually skip the foundation entirely. Because a good concealer should be able to literally cover it all—from redness and uneven skin tone to some light contouring—in addition to undereye bags.

My go-to concealer for a while has been the Brightening Concealer from Gee Beauty. After taking a master class from the founders (where I learned you should absolutely, despite popular belief, be putting concealer on your eyelids and inner eye corners), I was hooked on the luminous, vitamin-packed liquid. But at $38 a pop and with the rate I apply concealer, I was looking to pepper in a drugstore dupe to treat my dark circles.

Apart from my coworkers’ trusted recommendations, I purchased each product and gave them all a fair whirl on the ol’ eye area, aggressively judging their consistency, coverage, and creasing along the way.

The Best Drugstore Undereye Concealers in 2023

Most Hydrating: NYX Photogenic Concealer Wand

This was really light and lovely. I also deeply appreciate how thin and precise the wand is (many of the wands in our roundup are almost comically large).

What’s to Love: My skin felt hydrated, I never had to worry about creasing, and the product blended seamlessly into my skin.

What’s Not: The NYX concealer is great for layering, but if you like full coverage, you’ll probably blow through this bottle quickly.

NYX Photogenic Concealer Wand

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Most Lightweight: e.l.f. Hydrating Camo Concealer

“Y’all, I thought I had left behind my e.l.f. products in high school, but this concealer gets the job done. While I love the more expensive picks in my medicine cabinet (shoutout to Rare Beauty and Wander Beauty), this affordable option gives me the same lightweight finish plus added hydration. Whereas other products in the past have dried out within an hour—highlighting my lack of sleep rather than concealing it—this pick works perfectly with my tinted moisturizer for an all-day, dewy finish.” — Isabelle, Managing Editor

e.l.f. Hydrating Camo Concealer

$7

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Best On-the-Go: Maybelline Instant Age Rewind

“This one is always packed in my purse and makeup bag for an on-the-go application. Not only does it hide dark circles, it’s super hydrating and the sponge application makes it apply so much more naturally and evenly distributed. I never feel like I’m wearing a concealer when I use this.” — Kelly, Contributing Editor

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind

$8.99

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Best for Layering: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Concealer

If you dig a matte finish, this is the concealer for you. It went on beautifully and would be so easy to layer or reapply throughout the day. I love it so much, I even included a picture of myself below (my right eye has been Neutrogena-ed).

What’s to Love: The finish is superb and I love the lipstick-like shape that makes it easy to apply on-the-go. An instant purse staple.

What’s Not: Given its name and its hyaluronic acid core, the Neutrogena concealer wasn’t nearly as hydrating as I would expect.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Concealer

$11.92

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For Need Full-Coverage on Acne-Prone Skin: L’Oreal Paris Infallible Full Wear Concealer

A little goes a long way with this one. It’s full coverage to the max and isn’t going to go anywhere. L’Oreal’s concealer went on a little drier than I would have liked, but the product is designed for oily, acne-prone skin.

What’s to Love: The full-coverage concealer can cover everything you want in one easy swoop and would be a great option if you’re looking to skip the foundation.

What’s Not: I didn’t love the way it settled—it felt almost a little sticky. And given how the large wand swipes on at once, it can feel a bit like face paint.

L’Oreal Paris Infallible Full Wear Concealer

$6.39

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For Full-Coverage That Also Hydrates: COVERGIRL TruBlend Undercover Concealer

I didn’t know it was possible, but I got a shade that was too light for my deeply pale skin. Now I know just how porcelain concealers can go. That being said, the consistency was beautiful, offering the same full coverage as the L’Oreal Infallible concealer with a bit more hydration.

What’s to Love: The coverage is killer and there was nary a crease in sight as the day went on.

What’s Not: The product is thick and the wand is huge, making it a little tougher to blend and be precise.

COVERGIRL TruBlend Undercover Concealer

$10.19

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For Covering Acne: Makeup Revolution Conceal and Define

The thick, full-coverage product takes a bit of work to blend in, but it may be worth it for the dose of anti-inflammatory niacinamide you get with each drop.

What’s to Love: Covering up blemishes with concealer can feel like you’re doing more harm than good, but you can feel a little better thanks to Makeup Revolution’s niacinamide.

What’s Not: While it looks great, it can feel a little too matte (almost chalky) after sitting on the skin for a while.

Makeup Revolution Conceal & Define Concealer

$7

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For Easy, Lightweight Coverage: Milani Conceal + Perfect

This dependable concealer gets the job done with ease, though it might go best with a bit of moisturizer first.

What’s to Love: It’s mixed with vitamin E and is cruelty-free.

What’s Not: There’s a bit of a paint-like smell going on here… based on some Amazon reviews, I know I’m not alone in thinking this.

Milani Conceal + Perfect Longwear Concealer

$9.24

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For a Clean, Luxurious Feel: Catrice True Skin Concealer

This has a beautiful silky feel to it without being greasy. Unlike the Neutrogena stick, which I truly loved, I can actually feel the hyaluronic acid in this one.

What’s to Love: This swiped on so luxuriously. It’s hard to believe it’s just $7.

What’s Not: That being said, it also swipes on thick, and can take a bit of work to blend in.

Catrice | True Skin High Cover Concealer

$7

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I’ll admit, for a few years I didn’t paint my nails at all. Instead, I chose to focus on repairing my nail health after years of biting them down (ouch). But recently, nail art has come back into favor. After all, there’s nothing like the power of a good manicure—and this trend is a great reminder of exactly that. Bold nail looks abound and they’re inspiring me to try something new. There’s no time like the present to be adventurous with your nails.

Featured image from our interview with Cyndi Ramirez by Belathée Photography.

An Expert Shares the Biggest Spring Nail Colors for 2023

Truly, what is spring for but reinvention? The turning of the seasons always fills me with inexplicable excitement. Suddenly, anything and everything feels possible. The sun starts shining again, the days get longer, and countless opportunities spread themselves out in front of me. The call to try something new can’t be denied, and I’m diving in deep. A low-stakes way to channel this fervor for change? A DIY mani-pedi, of course. This year, I’m finally trying all the nail inspo I’ve saved on Instagram and committing myself to switching things up.

To get the lowdown on all the best spring nail colors and trends, I consulted celebrity nail stylist Fleury Rose. She gave me the scoop on all the best trends to try for spring, how to choose the right one for you, and some of her favorite shades. Keep reading for major manicure inspiration.

Fleury Rose

Fleury Rose is a celebrity nail artist. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Teen Vogue, and Paper Magazine (among other publications) as well as on countless nail and beauty blogs. Rose works with a number of model, artist, and stylist clients who love her fresh, bold take on nail art.

What nail trends do you predict being big this spring?

According to Rose, people are itching for any opportunity to express themselves. The season’s bright, bold nail trends reflect that. She notes that, after years staying indoors and without opportunity to put self-expression on display, “people are really wanting to see and be seen after what feels like an eternity of isolation. This makes me think that people will really be serving looks as the weather heats up, nails included! Think fun bright colors like green, long lengths, and lots of expressive nail art. My clients have been loving the tiny 3D gummy bears I make on their nails—totally sweet for spring.”

How to Select the Best Nail Color for You

If you’ve ever experienced that fresh-from-the-salon feeling with a new shade on your nails, then it goes without saying: color can change how you feel. “When choosing a nail color, I generally consider how it makes me feel when I look at it, but also how I’d like to feel,” says Rose.

Pick something aspirational. Whether you need a little confidence or a warm-weather mood booster, a fresh-color mani has you covered. Rose’s take is that in some areas, “it’s still QUITE cold. A lot of clients have been doing bright, neon, and dopamine-inducing colors to boost their moods ’til the weather warms up. It’s a great time to express your individuality through your nail colors if you dare!”

What are your spring nail colors recommendations?

Go big or go home, says Rose. “I love a green nail for spring! There’s a specific neon, pastel green that seems to be turning up all over my Instagram feed. OPI’s ‘The Pass is Always Greener’ is super pretty even as a French nail! I’m also obsessed with Megan Fox and her matching green mani-pedi. So cute! Gucci’s ‘Melinda’ would be so perfect!”

The Best Spring Nail Colors for a Mood-Boosting Mani

OPI The Pass is Always Greener

u003cpu003eThis Rose-approved hue is the perfect way to dip your toes into a bolder shade. It works both as a full mani or even an accent. Try it on a French mani, per Rose’s suggestion.u003c/pu003e

OPI The Pass is Always Greener, $11.49

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Gucci Melinda

u003cpu003eThis Gucci green is a yes across the board. From the bold, statement-making shade to the graceful bottle—it’ll look just as good on your vanity as it does on your nails.u003c/pu003e

Gucci Melinda, $33

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ella + mila Earth’s Finest

u003cpu003eDouble up on the green: We love this u003ca href=u0022https://camillestyles.com/beauty/how-to-give-yourself-a-perfect-nontoxic-manicure-at-home/u0022u003enontoxic polishu003c/au003e for its sweet shade and for being an environmentally-friendly pick.u003c/pu003e

ella + mila Earth’s Finest, $10.50

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ella + mila Sunset Escape

u003cpu003eOrange is another color that you can expect to see a lot of this spring. As the sun sets later, try this shade for a bright reminder of the warmer, longer days to come.u003c/pu003e

ella + mila Sunset Escape, $10.50

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J.Hannah Ghost Ranch

u003cpu003eThis burnt orange is spring’s take on a classic red. Switch things up with this punchy hue, and while you’re at it, throw on a pair of cowboy boots to complete your new look. u003c/pu003e

J.Hannah Ghost Ranch, $22

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J.Hannah Eames

u003cpu003eEarthy, muddy tones are cool this season. Step away from traditionally pretty colors and try something rich and interesting, like this Eames shade.u003c/pu003e

J.Hannah Eames, $22

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Essie Take Me To Thread

u003cpu003eIf it’s good enough for Hailey Bieber, it’s good enough for all of us, right? This rich mauve is a favorite of the always-on-trend celeb. It’s a more grown-up version of a perfect pink.u003c/pu003e

Essie Take Me To Thread, $13

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Lights Lacquer Donna

u003cpu003eMillennial pink has given way to a more unapologetic neon hue and we couldn’t be more excited. This is the kind of hot pink you put on when you’re gearing up to go out. u003c/pu003e

Lights Lacquer, Donna, $11

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Olive u0026 June WKF

u003cpu003eThe nail color of my u003ca href=u0022https://camillestyles.com/design/cottagecore-decor/u0022u003ecottagecore dreamsu003c/au003e. This mossy olive is a reminder that green is a neutral. It lets you add some life to your everyday look—and we’re here for it.u003c/pu003e

Olive u0026 June WKF, $9

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Olive u0026 June Angelfish

u003cpu003eSky blue is another hit color this season. Manifest clear skies and warm days with this pastel-y shade.u003c/pu003e

Olive u0026 June Angelfish, $9

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CND Vinylux Denim Patch #226

u003cpu003eSkinny jeans? Mom jeans? Low-rise jeans? Whatever camp you’re in, this denim shade is versatile, fun, and totally timeless. u003c/pu003e

CND Vinylux Denim Patch #226, $7.75

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Smith u0026 Cult, Exit the Void

u003cpu003ePastel purple is a perfect spring choice. This aptly-named shade invites you to exit the void and step into spring as your best self.u003c/pu003e

Smith u0026 Cult, Exit the Void, $18

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Static Nails Beach Bum

u003cpu003eSummer is so close, I can almost feel the sand on my skin. (Okay, maybe wishful thinking.) But this shade calls to mind lifeguard suits, summer sunsets, and that sun-kissed glow.u003c/pu003e

Static Nails Beach Bum, $16

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CND, Oceanside

u003cpu003eWhy not complement a beachy shade with this aquamarine blue? You could even use this bright, ocean blue for swirly geometric nail accents.u003c/pu003e

CND, Oceanside, $15.30

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Gucci Dorothy Turquoise

u003cpu003eThis Wizard of Oz-inspired hue will make every day feel like an adventure. The pearly turquoise shade will inevitably become your go-to.u003c/pu003e

Gucci Dorothy Turquoise, $33

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Emilie Heathe Champagne Toast

u003cpu003eOf all the pastel spring colors, baby pink is as classic as they come. Give it a little glitz with this glittery, champagne accent.u003c/pu003e

Emilie Heathe Champagne Toast, $30

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Essie All Oar Nothing

u003cpu003eIs anyone else getting creamsicle cravings? Try this polish for a subtler way to indulge in a little bright and sunny orange.u003c/pu003e

Essie All Oar Nothing, $5.81 (reg. $7.75)

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UN/DUN LAQR Joyride

u003cpu003eYellow is the happiest color, hence this shade. There’s nothing more bright, bold, and exciting than a full yellow mani.u003c/pu003e

UN/DUN LAQR Joyride, $18

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Deborah Lippmann Black Magic Woman

u003cpu003eWhat’s a night out if it doesn’t include a disco ball? Bring the party wherever you go with this daring glittery polish.u003c/pu003e

Deborah Lippmann Black Magic Woman, $20

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Sally Hansen Let’s Get Digital

u003cpu003eY2K trends are holding strong. Go full 2000s with this holographic blend of two spring colors: blue and purple.u003c/pu003e

Sally Hansen Let’s Get Digital, $12.99

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