As beauty editors at IPSY, we try out a ton of products (and we mean a ton). Hundreds of products come across our desks every single month. And while we’re busy swatching, swiping, and testing so that we can give you all the tips and tricks you need to know—we’re also keeping mental notes of our personal faves.
Want to know what IPSY beauty editors are coveting this month? Here are all the products we’re crossing our fingers we get in our own February Glam Bags (and stealing from work if we don’t).
Marta Topran, Editorial Director
1. BENEFIT COSMETICS 24-Hour Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel
“There’s really only one word to describe my brows: Bushy. Ok, you could call them thick, unruly, bold, and then some. I love them though and I love that this BENEFIT clear gel is the only (and I mean only—I’ve tried them all) thing that can keep them in place all day long. The best part, it doesn’t do that weird flaking thing some other strong-hold formulas do.”
2. NARS COSMETICS Powermatte Lip Pigment in Starwoman
“Super lightweight, smudge-resistant, and comfy to wear—this is the perfect (and most mask-friendly!) liquid lipstick. Not to mention the *chef’s kiss* crimson shade with just the right amount of blue undertones that makes you look and feel like a superhero.”
3. INNISFREE Pore Clearing Clay Mask with Super Volcanic Clusters
“Self-care Sundays are more important than ever these days. I love to take a lil life breather with this pore-clearing mask. It’s infused with oil-absorbing volcanic lava (I mean, how cool does that sound?!) and dead cell-sloughing lactic acid—the perfect combo to leave my skin and mind clear afterwards.”
Pia Bhattacharya, Senior Beauty Editor
1. BITE BEAUTY Mini Outburst Longwear Lip Stain in Orange Fizz
“I could go on and on about how absolutely gorgeous this bright orange lip stain is. It’s my go-to when I want a big punch of color with minimal effort. My lips can get pretty dry, and this stuff is so packed with moisture that I don’t need to spend forever prepping my lips before applying. I dab it on for a blurred effect or layer it for full-coverage—either way it comes with tons of compliments.”
2. CELA Seed to Skin Scrub Natural Grain Polish
“Every time I apply this in the shower it feels like I’m at a spa. The orange and cedar oils scent is fresh and invigorating. And the texture? Slightly gritty but super gentle, so it gets me smooth from head to toe without irritating my skin. It’s just what I need during cold, dry NY winters.”
3. FIRST AID BEAUTY Pure Skin Face Cleanser
“I always, always keep this in my vanity for my skin needs a reset. It can get dull and dry, and much more sensitive in the cold, and this baby keeps my skin quenched while clearing away every bit of makeup. It’s also got a super satisfying whipped texture that feels soothing and light on your skin. Consider this your year-round go-to cleanser.”
Hannah Cassidy, Senior Beauty Editor
1. EYEKO Galactic Lid Gloss in Zodiac
“Glossy lids are my go-to when I want statement eye makeup that doesn’t necessarily mean neon shades. This coppery chrome is shimmery, versatile, and insanely flattering—and it’s super comfy to wear, meaning it doesn’t feel like a thick, sticky layer on the eyes. I can build it up to full-on glossy if I’m feeling a little wild or buff it out for a balm-like finish when I want that no-makeup-makeup look.”
2. GLAMGLOW BRIGHTEYES™ Illuminating Anti-Fatigue Eye Cream
“Whenever I wake up feeling puffy and tired (usually because of my midnight salty snacking), I can practically hear my under eyes screaming for this eye cream in the morning. I tap a small amount of this eye cream on, give it a few minutes to absorb and let the hyaluronic acid plump up my fine lines, and then go in with another layer for a brightening boost.”
3. THISWORKS In Transit Camera Close-Up
“Gone are the days of applying moisturizer, primer, foundation every single morning (seriously, how did I do that in the past!?) and now I’m all about the multitasker. This moisturizer refines and primes my skin in one step, so all I need is a layer of my tinted SPF and I’m ready to hop on Zoom—meaning, I can totally press snooze one more time.”
Maddie Aberman, Beauty Editor
1. AMOREPACIFIC Treatment Enzyme Peel Daily Cleansing Powder
“If you’ve never tried a cleansing powder lately, trust me, this is a game-changer. Every time I sprinkle some of this exfoliating powder into my hands and mix it with water, I feel like my own cosmetic chemist. Plus, I love how customizable it is. Why I need a stronger exfoliation, I add less water to create a thicker, more gritty paste. When I just need something gentle, I add more water.”
2. DESIGN.ME HAIR Gloss.Me
“I owe all my hair compliments lately to this serum. Seriously, it’s that good. Once I’ve finished my style (some days it’s a zero-effort air dry and others it’s a blow-dry or flat iron), I smooth a few drops of this from my ears down. The result: A shinier, softer style that looks like I got a professional in-salon gloss treatment.”
3. ITEM BEAUTY Lash Snack
“If you like longer, fuller, fluffier lashes with zero (I mean absolutely zero!) clumps, then you will be as obsessed with this mascara as I am. Oh, and I did I mention you get all the aforementioned benefits in just one coat. Like I said, obsessed!”
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