IPSY Beauty Editors Share Their Favorite Products From July’s Glam Bag
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 July Glam Bags (and stealing from work if we don’t).
Marta Topran, Senior Editorial Manager
1. NAKED COSMETICS Naturally Nude #03
“I try to keep my beauty routine as clean and filler-free as possible. That’s what immediately drew me to this one-ingredient formula. It’s just oxidized mica—and nothing else! So cool! It is the prettiest rose gold shade that works day or night.”
2. 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.”
3. LAVIDO Hydrating Facial Cleanser
“Living in a dry climate I find myself reaching more for nourishing, milky cleansers and avoiding foamier ones that could dry me out. This is packed with nourishing ingredients like pomegranate and carrot extract, and free from things like parabens, silicones, mineral oils, or SLSs—a major win in my book.”
Hannah Cassidy, Beauty Editor
1. RAW SUGAR LIVING Natural Lip Balm - Raw Coconut + Mango
“I am a self-admitted lip balm fiend. I can’t leave a drugstore without one and every purse has at least one tube hiding in a pocket. Needless to say, I consider myself a balm connoisseur and this one does not disappoint. I love how it’s delicately tropical—in a way that makes me feel like I’m on a relaxing island vacay—and immensely nourishing thanks to the blend of cold-pressed oils. Soft lip success!”
2. ARIUL Fresh Herb Hand Cream
“Hand creams have quickly become a staple—thanks to my non-stop hand washing and drying hand sanitizers. Since I’m slathering creams onto hands so often, I realized how much I need something that’s both reparative and nicely scented. Enter, the Fresh Herb Hand Cream: Its super soft formula melts into skin and smells like a walk through an herb garden aka heaven.”
3. FIRST AID BEAUTY FAB Pharma Arnica Relief & Rescue Mask
“Living in a desert climate means my skin needs a lot of TLC in the summer, so I find myself reaching for miracle-in-a-mask often. I like to emulsify a small amount in my hands, gently massage it over my face (to make sure those healing ingredients like arnica penetrate my skin) and rinse with warm water. It helps to take my stressed skin back from the brink of inflammation. P.S. Follow this mask with your fave hyaluronic acid serum for a restorative treat.”
Pia Bhattacharya, Beauty Editor
1. HEMPZ Citrine Crystal and Quartz Body Lotion
“I carry hand lotion everywhere I go because my hands and elbows get super dry. I love HEMPZ products for their healthy ingredients, and this lightweight (but majorly hydrating) lotion doesn’t disappoint. It’s one of the few I’ve tried that actually keeps my hands softer, longer. And can we talk about the scent? I don’t love scented lotions but this one is just so bright and fresh. Plus, it’s got a teeny bit of quartz dust that gives your skin a super pretty glow.”
2. KOKIE COSMETICS Crystal Fusion Liquid Eye Shadow in Polaris
“Gold and rose gold shadows are my go-to—as in I literally wear them every day. This shimmery gold has a light pink hue to it that I absolutely love! It really pops on my medium-tan skin and looks so gorgeous when my lids catch the light. Plus, it’s super easy to apply. I just use my finger to swipe on color, add mascara, and I’m good to go.”
3. GLOW FOR A CAUSE Lip Love Flirt
“It’s glossy, it’s sheer, and it tastes a bit like watermelon—this hydrating balm is my new holy grail for summer. I love a little hint of color on my lips and the light pink tint is perfect. It’s got coconut oil and vitamin E so my lips feel protected when I use it, but not heavy or greasy. And GLOW FOR A CAUSE benefits a bunch of non-profit organizations including cancer research and no-kill animal shelters, which I can totally get behind!”
Maddie Aberman, Beauty Editor
1. BASD Body Lotion in Seductive Sandalwood
“I don’t apply body lotion nearly as often as I should (in all honesty, the majority of my budget and time is devoted to skincare from the neck up), so when I take the extra five minutes to slather something on, I need it to hydrate long-term and smell amazing. This guy checks all the boxes. My skin felt nourished all day and night, and I didn’t even need to wear a perfume. The woodsy, floral scent stayed put and smelled delish.”
2. PURLISSE BEAUTY Illuminating BB Cream SPF 30
“If you can describe a makeup finish as skin, this would be it. The satin finish with just the right amount of coverage looks like my natural complexion if I was having the best skin day ever. Plus I love that it has a broad-spectrum SPF 30 for added protection.”
3. VERB Hydrating Mask
“Hydrating my dry, heat-damaged hair is a careful balancing act. I need something nourishing enough to counteract years of hot tools and bleach yet lightweight enough not to weigh down my fine strands and make them look greasy. This hydrating hair mask is the perfect balance. My hair feels incredibly smooth and soft after (not to mention it looks way healthier) but still has volume.”
Want in on all the Glam Bag fun? Take our Beauty Quiz now to get started. Already an Ipster? Refer your friends to earn points, which you can use toward products. Either way, don’t forget to check us out on Instagram and Twitter @IPSY.