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Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
The time has come for me to make another big move across the country back to my native Pacific Northwest for the summer. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been deep in the process of packing and shipping, which in turn has reminded me of some of my favorite beauty products I can’t imagine being without as I kick off this new chapter. My goal for this summer is to achieve glowing skin and healthy natural curls and to start refining my scent collection to better reflect my lifestyle.
Below, I’m sharing my edit of the 30 skincare, haircare, makeup, and fragrance products I’ll be shipping ahead of my departure (and packing en masse) so I can have them with me in my new place. Whether you’re another 20-something making a huge move or have been looking for a sign to finally revamp your product lineup, there’s something here fore you.
My Most Wanted Beauty and Lifestyle Favorites
Hourglass
Equilibrium Instant Plumping Eye Mask
Not only does the Equilibrium Instant Plumping Eye Mask instantly hydrate and plump the skin, but it also makes a huge difference in the appearance of my dark under-eye circles. Since adding this to my routine, my eyes have looked so much more awake.
I was beyond heartbroken when I saw these sold out only a few weeks after they hit the stores since they were limited-edition, so imagine how excited I was to find that they’re back! These reusable Dieux eye masks hold serums and creams close to the skin for max absorption using 100% medical-grade silicone.
I love having dewy skin, so the Isamaya face glaze has quickly become one my of favorite additions to my skincare routine. The translucent, gel-based balm melts into skin, leaving behind a fresh, glowy finish. It has a formula infused with skin-loving ingredients like brown algae extract and phyto collagen.
Herbivore
Orchid Antioxidant Beauty Face Oil
One of the best things I did for my skincare routine in the past year was begin using the Orchid Antioxidant Beauty Face Oil by Herbivore. It combats free radicals while supporting my skin elasticity with fatty acids and nourishing vitamins (plus orchid extract, Japanese camellia flower oil, and jasmine sambac).
Natura Bissé
Stabilizing Cleansing Mask
The Stabilizing Cleansing Mask by Natura Bissé clarifies and purifies the skin with nourishing ingredients like pure salicylic acid and willow bark extract. It’s uniquely formulated to be both a weekly mask and a daily cleanser for all skin types (but is especially effective for oily and acne-prone).
La Mer
Deep Purifying Mask
In my opinion, you can never have too many purifying masks to address all your skin concerns. For a luxury option, I love La Mer’s Deep Purifying Mask. It detoxifies the skin with a formula featuring the brand’s patented Miracle Broth and Pretoxifying Ferment to smooth and clarify. It always leaves my skin looking refreshed and bright.
Chantecaille
Rose Makeup Remover
Okay, I’ll admit it—most of my skincare routine at the moment features all-natural formulas powered by flower extracts, but I still have my eyes on this must-have by Chantecaille. The Rose Makeup Remover has a gentle-yet-effective formula that removes traces of makeup, sweat, and dirt to refresh the skin.
Caudalie
Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence
When my skin needed a major pick-me-up after experiencing a dry winter, I added the Caudalie Vinoperfect Concentrated Brightening Essence to my skincare routine and never looked back. Using exfoliating glycolic acid, hydrating grape water, and brightening white peony, it evens the skin tone while delivering a burst of hydration.
Vacation
Shimmer Oil SPF 30
I love to have glowy skin for summer, and I’ve discovered this shimmering oil is one of the best ways to create it. It features two types of shimmer (a pearlescent glaze and reflective gold flecks) combined with illuminating, scented oil and SPF 30 to defend against harmful UV rays.
Embryolisse
Lait-Crème Fluid+
Another multitasking product I’m obsessed with (and can’t imagine being without) is the Lait-Crème Fluid by Emrbyolisse. It can be used as a face-and-body moisturizer, makeup base, cleanser, and makeup remover. Formulated with aloe vera, shea butter, and beeswax, it’s truly the best for moisture.
This is a high-shine, nonstick lipgloss that delivers unparalleled shine and moisture to the lips using hyaluronic acid. It’s now available in 10 shades with two new ones that perfectly complement my deep skin tone: Oat (a light warm nude shade) and Suede (a sheer, cinnamon brown).
Perricone MD
No Makeup 2-in-1 Lash Treatment & Mascara
Since by now you may have some idea of how much I adore multitasking products, it should be no surprise that this lash treatment and mascara has made my list. A couple swipes of this on my lashes delivers length and volume and keeps them nourished, conditioned, and strengthened over time.
Westman Atelier
Baby Cheeks Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick in Garconne
I love the look of flushed cheeks, and Westman Atelier’s Baby Cheeks Lip + Cheek Cream Blush has completely leveled up my makeup routine. It has a creamy, blendable formula that immediately absorbs into the skin, leaving it with a flush of natural-looking color that can’t be beat.
Merit
Brow 1990 Ultra Fine Eyebrow Gel Pencil
A month ago, I decided to get light-brown braids (color 4, specifically), and I don’t think I could ever go back to my natural shade. Because of that, my makeup has had to change just slightly to match, and the Brow 1990 Ultra Fine Eyebrow Gel Pencil in Light Brown is the perfect match.
This Works
Deep Sleep Pillow Spray
Since moving to a city as high-energy as New York, I’ve been doing my best to make sure I get a good amount of sleep every night to take me through my busy workdays. Using this sleep spray has worked wonders thanks to a formula infused with soothing lavender, vetivert, and wild chamomile oils.
Le Labo
Rose 31 Eau de Parfum
This isn’t your regular rose; it’s a cool rose! Le Labo’s Rose 31 Eau de Parfum offers the perfect alternative to a traditional floral fragrance for anyone who likes a hint of edginess for their scents. This one blends rose with cumin, vetiver, musk, and amber for a woodsy touch.
Salt & Stone
Bergamot & Hinoki Body and Hair Fragrance Mist
If you haven’t added a hair perfume to your daily routine, you’re definitely missing out! The Salt & Stone Bergamot & Hinoki Body and Hair Fragrance mist is a new favorite of mine because it awakens the senses using a bright mixture of bergamot, orange blossom, and hinoki.
Maison Louis Marie
No.4 Bois de Balincourt Home Diffuser
I may not have landed my dream apartment just yet, but there’s no harm in planning ahead! Maison Louis Marie’s No.4 Bois de Balincourt Eau de Parfum (with notes of sandalwood, vetiver, and amber) has been a favorite of mine for months, but I’m already planning on snagging its home diffuser.
Loewe
Tomato Leaves Liquid Soap
Here’s another item I’m planning on adding to my future space that I’ve been holding off on buying (until now). Loewe’s Tomato Leaves Hand Soap smells exactly like a green garden after rainfall with nourishing aloe and jojoba oil to moisturize the skin, all housed in an aesthetic bottle.
The Maker
Gardener Candle
Speaking of gardens, I was just introduced to this candle a couple of weeks ago at The Maker Hotel Shop while being introduced to a new launch, and I haven’t been able to stop thinking about since then. It combines notes of wet grass, tomato, and basil for a scent reminiscent of The Gardener Studio at The Maker Hotel.
Trudon
Joséphine Scented Candle
One of my favorite compliments to receive about my home is how good it smells, and this candle is behind at least half of them. Trudon’s Joséphine candle combines notes of bergamot, Kaffir lime, Chinese camellia, Turkish rose, and more to create the blooming floral scent of my dreams.
Davines
Love Curl Enhancing Conditioner
I’m not too picky about hair products since I’ve worn braids for most of the time I’ve been in New York, but I’m planning on wearing my curls out this summer since I’ll be living somewhere a little less humid. This conditioner allows for easy detangling and enhances my curls using almond extract.
Melanin Haircare
Multi-Use Pure Oil Blend
Melanin Haircare’s non-greasy and lightweight oil blend combines baobab, argan, and sage oils to restore and improve the manageability of the hair while also locking in moisture and promoting shine. Its soft floral, citrus fragrance has earned me compliments on more than one occasion.
Slip
Slipsilk Skinny Scrunchies
Whether I’m wearing my curls out or in a protective hairstyle, I only use silk bonnets, scarves, and now scrunchies to combat breakage a creasing. Slip’s Slipsilk Skinny Scrunchies are crafted with specially selected elastic and the highest grade (6A) long-fiber mulberry silk to protect delicate strands.
L’Occitane
Protecting & Repairing Shea Butter Intensive Hand Balm
I used to struggle with having dry hands frequently, but L’Occitane’s shea-infused intensive hand balm keeps then nourished and protected with 25% shea butter. I brought it everywhere with me during my New York winter to make sure my hands stayed looking and feeling their best as temperatures dropped.
Susanne Kaufman
Mallow Blossom Bath
It took living without a tub for a year to realize just how much I rely on hot baths on Friday nights to wind down my hectic weeks. Now that I’ll finally have one within reach, I’ll be able to use Susanne Kaufmann’s relaxing bath soak again. Its formulated with lavender extract, rosemary sage oil, and so many more skin-loving ingredients.
Aesop
Eleos Nourishing Body Cleanser
Fact: I always have an Aesop body cleanser in my shower so I can create a spa-like experience from the comfort of my home. Recently, I’ve been using Aesop’s Eleos Nourishing Body Cleanser, which has energizing notes of cedar atlas, patchouli, and clove bud. It leaves my skin feeling instantly refreshed and nourished.
Nécessaire
The Body Wash Fragrance-Free
I’m someone who’s big on fragranced beauty products, but every now and then, I like to simplify my bodycare routine (and make layering my scented lotion, body oil, and perfume that much easier) with an unscented shower gel. The Body Wash is one of my favorites because it cleanses the skin while supporting its barrier.
Soft Services
Buffing Bar Exfoliating Body Bar
If you have KP, raise your hand! This is one of the best buffing bars I’ve tried that has addressed my KP and ingrown hairs quickly. The Soft Services set comes with two microcrystal, physical-exfoliating body bars (crafted with glycerin and shea butter) that buff away built-up dead skin and excess keratin.
Etoile Collective
Vanity Case in Espresso
I’m also in the market for a neutral vanity case, and this one has been sitting in my basket for way too long! Etoile Collective’s Vanity Case in Espresso is the dreamiest shade of brown and has a main compartment with removable divider inserts (and an elastic holder) to keep your brushes and products in place.
