Check out the latest and greatest hair, skin, makeup, and grooming products, reviewed by our Beauty Buzz team (and the occasional What’s Up? staff member!)
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Luminous 3-Minute Peel by Real Chemistry $48/1.7 fl. oz., myrealchemistry.com
This acid-free face peel exfoliates and removes dead skin cells, leaving you with a rejuvenated, glowing complexion. Suitable for even the most sensitive skin, use this peel one to two times per week after cleansing. Spread a thin amount onto your face and neck, and massage in circular motions. Once the gel begins to solidify, rinse off with warm water.
“I put this on before I got into the shower and exfoliated while in the shower. It removed all the dead skin cells from my face, and it was incredibly refreshing! I loved the ‘no mess’ style packaging as a tube with the pump at the end. You won’t waste any product, and, with the lid, it is easy to bring on the go!” —Beauty Buzz Member Lindsey Follis, 27, Annapolis
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Natural Nail Repair Kit by Dermelect $34, dermelect.com
Damaged, brittle nails don’t stand a chance against this two-step repair kit, formulated with key ingredients like sunflower seed oil, keratin protein peptides, and vitamin E. The TRANSFIX base coat helps restore and strengthen nails damaged by acrylics, powders, and gels, while the EXPEDITE top coat prevents further breakage including chipping, splitting, and yellowing.
“This nail repair kit is absolutely amazing. It really does work!! I am very hard on my hands and normally have weak, thin, splitting nails, but after using this Natural Nail Repair Kit, my nails have never been healthier or looked better.” —Beauty Buzz Member Cathy Belcher, 67, Edgewater
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Daily Face Wash by BYRD $9/5 fl. oz., byrdhair.com
Treat your skin to a gentle, yet effective, face wash that rids skin of everyday impurities. This daily cleanser is formulated with skin-loving, botanical ingredients that will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized. Algae moisturizes while chamomile helps alleviate inflammation and protects the skin from free radicals.
“BYRD Daily Face Wash gets a first-class ticket to my toiletry bag. If you’re a fan of the classic coconut beach smell and looking for a new addition to your skin cleaning and toning regiment, the BYRD is the word! This face wash exceeds my expectations on the basis of its scent and cleaning abilities.” —Beauty Buzz Member Brian Jacobs, 27, Baltimore
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Intense Matte Lip + Cheek Pencil by NUDESTIX $26, nudestix.com
The holiday season has arrived along with plenty of celebrations! Save time on perfecting your party look with this lip and cheek pencil, available in 13 different shades. This all-in-one tool can be used as lip liner, lipstick, and cheek blush, and offers a smooth, matte finish.
“This goes on super smooth and lasts for hours. Best thing about it is that, despite being a matte product, it is not at all drying. Works well for a bit of dramatic cheek color as well and blends easily. LOVE.” —Beauty Buzz Member Jillian Amodio, 29, Annapolis
