Back in the day, I worked for a bit in beauty. As the assistant fashion and beauty editor at Fitness magazine, I could barely pay my rent but was invited to fancy lunches at Michelin star restaurants, whisked away on press trips that made my scheduled vacations look like roughing it, and left every event toting the most coveted of goodie bags as I teetered my way back to the office in my stilettos, ready for a nap after a glass of mid-day rosé. My beauty (and beautiful) friend Gwen used to refer to the industry perks as golden handcuffs, but somehow (why again?) I chose the fashion route to pursue. (Note to self: If ever offered an opportunity to return to the late 90’s, buy Apple stock and choose a career in the beauty industry.) I digress. Lately I have been missing the very civilized world of beauty, as I have been falling down every internet rabbit hole that promises to help my 13 year old’s acne. My social feed is inundated with tales of teenage problem skin remedies, miracle balms, supplements (it all starts with the gut!) and why you should change your shower head. But it has also reacquainted me with all things new in beauty. So here are some of the winners, along with some tried and trues I cannot live without.

**WESTMAN ATELIER** lip suede matte lipstick in Elodie is the best lipstick I’ve ever used

**GRANDE BROW** brow enhancing serum helps thin brows regrow

**NOYZ** solid fragrance in Only Human is great for travel or to throw in your purse

**FINDING FERDINAND** Delicious Balm tinted lip balm has buildable color

**FUR** trim system personal grooming tool

**LE PRUNIER** Plum Beauty Oil not only smells delicious, it feels luxurious

**CLARINS** hand and nail treatment cream is hands down the best

**RHODE** The Rhode Kit has all the essentials

**LUNA BRONZE** Illume tanning water doesn’t have that self tanner smell and gives a natural tan glow with a few light sprays

**BRIOGEO** Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Perfection & Heat Protectant Crème

**OLIVE & JUNE** quick dry top coat nail polish

**NEUTROGENA** Makeup Remover Wipes are a tried and true staple for me

**BEAUTYBLENDER** original makeup sponge

**VETTED DERMLAB** R Retinoid Serum use karensolomon15 for 15% off

**TYMO** CurlPro Plus Automatic Curling Iron might be the easiest curling iron on the market

**JO MALONE** English Pear & Sweet Pea has such a light fresh smell and is my new fave

**VICTORIA BECKHAM** Satin Kajal Eyeliner

**COLORESCIENCE** mineral sunscreen’s lightweight formula starts white and color blooms as you blend.

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