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31 Beauty Products With Jaw Dropping Results
A pack of nose pore patches that'll banish gunk and excess oil as you sleep. Your nose will be smoother than you could have ever dreamed of. A fabulous lip-plumping gloss set for some seriously luscious lips. Your pout will be juicy as heck. Ooh-la-luscious. A jar of Brazilian Bum Bum body cream made with a caffeine-rich guarana extract formula to help smooth and tighten skin. People are in loooove with this stuff and some reviewers even just use it as, like, a perfume. Yeah, it smells that good thanks to the gorgeous aroma of pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla. A Burt's Bees after-sun soother because getting sunburned sucks, and the aftereffects aren't any better. Use this on your face or body after a day spent at the beach and watch the aloe and coconut oil work their hydrating magic on your sun-kissed bod. Plus, reviewers love that it's nongreasy and absorbs quickly into skin. An outrageously popular Differin gel — a prescription-strength retinoid that targets clogged pores and inflammation to restore skin texture and tone. It'll get all up in those pores to help prevent new acne from forming. Like your own personal skincare Avenger. A Maybelline eyebrow tint to get a professional look from the comfort of your own home. If your brows have thinned out or lightened and you've wanted to microblade them or something but aren't too sure about that kind of commitment (or price, cuz — expensive!), this is an awesome alternative! You'll get up to three days of not needing to fill in your brows, which means 10 minutes of not having to perfect your brows in the morning. Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Tint that'll deliver you lightweight coverage, loads of hydration, and a dewy, radiant finish. Packed with ceramides, squalane, and collagen peptides, your skin will def think this is ~yummy~ and your makeup will eatttt like Nicky-pooh ate that twerking challenge with Megan Thee Stallion. Yes, it lives rent free in my head. OMG, Danessa, my queen. Round of applause for you, cuz you definitely AAAATE with this. Last summer, I officially became a *skin tint girly." Too hot for foundation, and my skin breaks out way less now. I was using the Anastasia Beverly Hills one, which I do love, but just like foundation, I wanna try more than just one. This one and the Kylie Cosmetics ones have been on my list for a few months, so I decided to treat myself and try this out since it's all over my FYP on TikTok. Ughhh, I love it, so dang much. It's super lightweight, like, so lightweight that I forget I'm wearing makeup. I love how, with this, my skin still looks like skin, because I'm not wearing so many layers of heavy products – foundation, concealer, liquid blush, powders — it's a lot for me. I don't love how it all feels, sits on my skin, or looks, especially in photos. I love how this looks on camera, and that I still look natural. I have oily skin but don't like a matte finish, so this is perfect cuz I just look radiant, like a goddess, never leaves me oily. It feels great on my skin, and I feel like my skincare products kinda work better with this because it also feels like skincare. It never irritates my skin, it's hydrating, works great with my other makeup products, and has the most stunning finish. It doesn't cover my dark spots, but not even concealer can, honestly, so I'm just gonna patiently wait for my Faded serum to finish taking care of 'em. I don't think this one's replaceable. 10s across the board. Get it from Sephora for $36 (available in 18 shades). A Cosrx snail mucin serum to help improve skin hydration and soothe damaged skin. Yep, snail mucin is a Korean skincare product made from snail slime. Sounds ick, but your skin will totally fall in love the second you use it. Hmm, wonder if this is why SpongeBob had Gary the pet snail — skincare benefits. A piercing bump solution so you can help stop that little bump on your nose piercing that's tripled in size in two weeks from growing annnnyyyy more. Before you totally ditch your new piercing, let this stuff help heal and reduce the size of your keloid! I know, I know, I get 'em too, and yes, they can be terrifying to look at. And some saline solution swabs with aloe vera to make piercing aftercare a breeze. Since you have to keep your piercing clean, these swabs will def come in handy *and* can help with irritated, infected piercings. Plus, you can throw 'em in your bag to use while you're out and about! Talk to your doctor before attempting to treat your keloid or infection on your own, and learn more about keloids from Cleveland review: "GUYYYYSSSS!!!! I have super oily skin, so my face piercings have always been prone to irritation, bumps, and redness, but THIS RIGHT HERE!!! It is definitely worth the price. It's like magic. I have not once had an irritation bump yet, and I genuinely believe it's because of these swabs. The day after I got my nose pierced, it was red, swollen, and angry. I'm sure it would have prob been that way for at least five days, but these have shortened the time by two days. After the third day, I noticed how clean and normal-looking my piercing started to look after just a few days of getting it pierced. It was really surprising to me. I've always had some sensitivity or irritation, but nope, it was still sore, of course, but that's expected. After a few weeks of using it, I feel like it helped my piercing heal quickly. It stopped being sore, even when I would adjust my stud. I recommend this to anyone who wants a quick and easy healing experience. I love ittt!I've had my left nostril pierced and have always had irritation bumps. Now, years later, having my right side pierced, I have the complete opposite experience. Magic in Q-tip form." —Martinez FamGet a 30-pack from Amazon for $23.99 (also available in other multipacks). A Sun Bum hair lightening spray so you can skip the harmful bleach and let the sun do all the work. This stuff contains witchcraft for sure. This paraben-free formula contains Costa Rican pineapple, Meyer lemon, and Hawaiian lehua honey, which help prevent color fading and dry strands and protect your hair from UV rays. It's also heat-activated! Spray evenly in your hair before going outdoors to help lighten your natural color. Sun Bum also recommends using a blow dryer to help expedite the process if you're in a rush. The results will vary, depending on how light or dark your base color is. It's designed for blonde to medium brown hair!Promising review: "If you have brown hair with warm (red) undertones, it will bring those out and go a more strawberry tone rather than a cool, icy blonde. I believe this is what some comments are referring to when speaking of 'brassy' results. There are so many shades of brunette hair; this spray will only lighten what you already have. So, beware, and before you use the product, see how realistic your expectations are in terms of the color you being said, I loved the results it gave me. I used it over the summer when I was by the pool or the beach, but also on days in between when I normally washed and blow-dried my hair. It took about three uses until I could tell a difference. After some weeks, my colleagues noticed and even strangers approached me and commented on how pretty my hair was, which had never happened before.I used up the bottle, and now it's winter. You can see my natural hair color growing in by the roots. I didn't consider I would be able to see such a difference, but it's real. Just letting you is a fake coconutty type smell, which is ok. I didn't notice any hair damage caused by the product. Would recommend!" —ElleCeeSGet it from Amazon for $16.99. A Makeup Eraser cloth that you can wash and reuse! And get this, it can remove your makeup with JUST WATER! This'll def save you some shmoney since you won't have to constantly buy makeup wipes. A hydrating eye stick to help reduce dark circles, lines, and puffiness while delivering moisture without oils. Sensitive skin friends, this one's for us. People may start to think your goldfish are Cosmo and Wanda because these results are jaw-dropping. And an under-eye brightener because you aren't sure if you'll ever actually not be exhausted, but you can def stop looking like it. It's ~enriched~ with shea butter and hyaluronic acid to give your dark circles a more radiant look. The pinkish tint helps balance out the blueish tint under your eyes, so A+ for this because the assignment = totally understood. A jar of Truly Beauty boob polish made of an acai and retinol concoction that'll help smooth your skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and stretch marks, and brighten, firm, and tighten your chest skin. Bestie, I'm sure your tatas already look *absolutely amazing*, but if you've ever been intrigued by these beautiful jars at Ulta, (🙋🏽♀️🙋🏽♀️🙋🏽♀️) give this a try! And if anyone compliments your boobs, you can be like "oh yeah, I just had 'em polished." A pack of 36 acne patches that'll have you shook when you wake up in the morning. These patches absorb all the gunk and speed up the pimple-healing process without picking or popping. Abracadabra, psh, what pimple? An Ogx leave-in conditioning cream to apply to your towel-dried hair for a magic trick. *Voila*, defined, bouncy curls that'll put a little extra pep in your step because of the way your curls bounce when you walk. A so-dang-good Coco & Eve foam self-tanner that'll deliver you some jaw-droppingly magical results. Thor may be the god of thunder, but you, my friend, will be the bronze-y god/goddess of the sun, without even needing any sun. A bottle of Paula's Choice Salicylic Acid Exfoliant to help unclog and diminish large pores. This leave-on, fragrance-free exfoliant is gentle enough for all skin types and exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving you looking fresh and hydrated. A bottle of professional-grade callus-removing gel that'll quickly get rid of all that thick, hard skin. Holy guacamole, these results! Mind-blowing and magical. A styling mousse to help define your curls without flakes and crunch, keeping them soft to touch and bouncy as Tigger from Winnie the Pooh. Calm the frizz, up the lightweight moisture. A powder foundation by L'Oreal that blurs redness and acne, has a matte finish, and will stay in place so you can slay all day. Reviewers with all types of skin — dry, oily, etc. — are LOVING this little baby. A wart-removing gel infused with ~salicylic acid~ that'll help to dry out your lil' blemishes and get 'em outta here. This no-drip gel formula also comes with waterproof patches to keep them hidden and prevent them from spreading. People will def think you did some sort of witchcraft, but whatever, at least those annoying warts will *poof* away! A stainless-steel tongue scraper that can be adjusted to your mouth and helps maintain better oral hygiene. Your breath will smell fresher, your mouth will feel ✨spotless, ✨ and your tongue will be clean and as pink as Patrick Star. A firming eye cream with vitamin C, vitamin E, rose hip seed oil, and hibiscus flower extract to help firm and brighten the *sensitive* skin around your eyes and neck for a day-to-day ANNND long-term effect. This magical eye cream will be your new bestie. Joesoef's sulfur soap that'll help with some of your skincare woes, like acne, blackheads, and clogged pores. Sulfur, *a key ingredient in this lil' miracle bar*, is an antibacterial and antifungal that'll help you say hakuna matata to all of your skincare problems. A La Roche-Posay balm, a super gentle formula to help nourish rough, dry, irritated skin. It's so gentle it can even be used on babies as young as 1-week-old. Jaw. On. The. Floor. A roll-on waxing kit that'll help make keeping your legs smooth easy peasy (if that's something you're interested in doing). The most magical part? Avoiding wax salon prices! A color corrector — a 4-in-1 eye, lip, and cheek multistick that'll neutralize dark spots and circles in case you've felt like NOTHING will cover your tired under eyes lately. Put this over any areas with hyperpigmentation, then put your foundation or concealer over the top, and boom: tired under-eyes will be gone in the blink of an eye. A Good Molecules discoloration correcting serum, a magical lil' concoction like Sam from Holes. This stuff said *dark spots? I can fix that. Sunspots? I can fix that. Hyperpigmentation, scars, and other forms of discoloration? I CAN FIX THAAATT.* Clap it up for this bottle of sorcery, everyone. 👏 I also now have the rap from the movie stuck in my head. Good Molecules is a small biz that specializes in skincare products!Promising review: "I've been using the Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum for about a month now, and I'm honestly impressed with the results! I have some stubborn dark spots from past breakouts and mild sun damage, and this serum has noticeably faded them. The formula is lightweight, non-greasy, and layers well with my other skincare products. I love that it contains tranexamic acid and niacinamide, two powerhouse ingredients known for targeting hyperpigmentation without being harsh on the consistent use, my complexion looks more even and radiant. It does take time to see results, so patience is key, but it's definitely worth it. I also appreciate that it's affordable compared to other discoloration serums on the market. If you're struggling with dark spots or uneven skin tone, I highly recommend giving this a try!" —TracyGet it from Amazon for $11.98. An eyebrow soap that'll give you that natural, full, laminated, feathered look the easy way, you know, yourself. Cuz sometimes we can't afford every luxury (😭). Apply the waterproof, long-lasting gel, brush your brows upward, and look in the mirror wondering if those are your brows or if Zendaya's were magically transferred onto your face.
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19 hours ago
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30 Cheap, Sensible Target Products For Summer
A bottle of Happy Hair People leave-in conditioner if your hair is damaged from color, sun, or just ~existing~ in 2025. (🙋🏻♀️) My hair was dry and hay-like on the ends, but no more with this miracle leave-in treatment! Just leave it on your tresses for about 10 minutes after showering and voila! Also: It really *does* smell amazinggggg. It's like a lil' (happy) treat for taking good care of your hair! Promising reviews: "This product smells amazing and has made my dry, coarse hair feel considerably softer without feeling sticky or greasy. I really like it!" —chicagomom123"Smells like a dream. Reminds me of a lush scent. It is water based so it doesn't leave my hair oily; does a very good job at hydrating the hair throughout the day. I even apply it on second-day hair and it doesn't buildup or make it oily." —SPrice: $7.99 A Sun Bum hydrating sunburn lotion because being in your 30s means you simply do not have *time* for a sunburn. But if you forgot to reapply sunscreen poolside, use this stuff STAT to hydrate and soothe your grumpy skin! Promising review: "Absolutely love this item! I have used it for our last couple of vacations and l use it at home when I have a sunburn or anything. It helped minimize the peeling afterwards and made it feel super moisturized." —Het03Price: $11.99 A Hydro Flask travel bottle to make sure no matter where your summer romps lead you, you've got a way to get a quick hydration boost right in your cupholder. (And the carrying handle means this will be the *perfect* summer hiking buddy!) Price: $44.99 (available in eight colors) Some Burt's Bees overnight intensive lip treatment if you're tired of waking up with crusty lips ~or~ if your pout got a lil' crispy from the summer sun. This ultra-conditioning lip mask is made with natural ceramides and vitamin E to help give your lips the spa day (er, night) that they deserve so you can have perfectly smooth lips all summer long. Promising reviews: "I tried this for a couple of weeks and it stopped my lips from peeling. I would put it on every night before bed and wipe off in the morning. It made my lips so soft! When I didn't use it for a couple of weeks my lips started to dry and peel during the day again. This really helped! I would definitely recommend!" —Vanessa"This took my very chapped and sore lips back to normal in one night." —MJKPrice: $8.99 A bag of Dr. Teal's Epsom salt sleep soak, which belongs by the bathtub of any sleep-lover keen on perfecting their shuteye conditions. This salt smells divine, and with a blend of lavender, chamomile, and melatonin, it *may* just help make you feel a little calmer before bedtime. (And help with a sunburn if you were in the sun a little too long!) Read more about short-term use of melatonin and insomnia at Mayo Clinic. And read more about how an Epsom salt soak or bath can help with mental stress at Cleveland reviews: "I love to use these melatonin bath salts every night." —Petty"I LOVE the Dr. Teal's bath products. A little spa retreat in my own tub without spending a fortune!" —KKTargetPrice: $5.89 A pack of Ecos laundry detergent sheets I use in my home AND abroad. I packed some of these as an "eh, might as well" in my carry-on and ended up using them to do an emergency load of laundry in a hotel sink. Highly recommend. Going on a summer road trip? Heading to Europe like the rest of America? Take these along for the ride — you never know when you need to do an emergency load in the hotel sink! HUGE plus: The box they come in is recyclable and there's no individual wrapping on the sheets. Promising review: "Works great. No residue on clothes or washer. Smells nice. Really cleans the clothes and helps with stains." —MapgottschallPrice: $15.99 for 64-pack (available in two scents) A Kerasel fungal nail renewal treatment because while we love Shrek, we don't exactly want his nail routine, especially during summer sandal season. This magic stuff helps reduce discoloration and thickness, as well as hydrate and exfoliate brittle nails to get them back on track to being ✨shiny✨ and strong. Promising review: "I noticed my big toe had nail fungus, so I tried this treatment. I've been applying it twice daily and after just 18 days, my nail looks much better. I thought it would take longer, but it's already improving." —IvyPrice: $19.99 A Bug Bite Thing insect bite suction tool to relieve itchy bites and stings from insects out for their big spring and summer ouchie hoorahs. No need to broadcast that you forgot to reapply bug spray to the world: Those meddling insects can ~suck it~. (Or at least your new tool can!) Promising review: "It ONLY works if you use it right away, but it DOES work. People who say it doesn't work are likely waiting too long. You have to keep it with you and use it as soon as you feel the bite. That's the trick to it. Great product." —FeralHousewifePrice: $9.99 A K-Beauty snail mucin essence I've not gone without since 2020 because this is a GOOD bandwagon to be on, trust me. This was a big part of the popular glass skin movement on TikTok, but all I care about is that it helps tame my adult acne flareups and fits seamlessly into my morning (and evening!) skincare routines, no matter how melting-hot it is outside. Promising review: "This is very hydrating. My bedtime moisturizer wouldn't leave me feeling very hydrated, but after adding this into my bedtime routine my skin feels nice and moisturized for the night!" —Emily Price: $8.50+ (available in two sizes) A box of sleep earplugs designed specifically to be comfortable for sleeping and to block out the dog barking next door, your own dog snoring beside you, car horns, and all that annoying, not the vibe ambient sounds keeping you from super deep sleep. Perfect for road trips, sleeps in strange (LOUD) hotels, and everything in-between. Promising review: "Love how affordable and effective these are. I keep these in my travel bag and they've been life savers since I'm a light sleeper." —TtPrice: $3.49 A pack of Mighty Patch pimple spot treatments that will finally break you of your pimple-popping habit because these work so much better and leave your face less red. Just put them on for six hours or so (I use mine at night) and watch as they work their gunk-removal magic! No pimples in sight to ruin your summer Insta dump. Promising review: "Hero is the only brand of pimple patches that actually work for me. These pimple patches are part of my necessity items in my bathroom drawer and I carry a few with me when I travel. One patch will help dry a pimple up and these patches work fast. No more popping, picking or scarring!" —VolMom2025Price: $8.99+ (available in two pack sizes) An Aveeno foot mask if your feet are dry, dry, dry from all that sandal wearing. Get them back into tip-top shape by giving them their own personal spa day while you relax on the couch and catch up on your fave shows. Pro tip from someone who loves these: Keep them on for a full 30 minutes. There is SO much product in these little booties — give your feet a chance to fully soak them up and then wring out the extra when you're done and give yourself a foot massage. My feet are SO soft after using these and I always have some on hand in my cabinet. Promising review: "Adding to my weekly routine. I've done foot peels and they help but not before a week of sloughing. This is a 10-minute deep conditioning that left my feet super soft and moisturized. Next time I'll use after a proper soak and scrub and expect to have silky soft feet. Well worth the money if you do pedis at home." —DailyJuicerPrice: $3.69 And Aveeno hand masks so your paws can also get in on the pampering action. Nobody wants to fess up to crummy cuticles and flaky fingers, but this will help rehab your hands so you don't even have to mention them before ~they're gone~. (The flakes and crumbs, obviously. Not your hands.) Promising review: "First off super easy to use, not messy at all. I was skeptical because my hands get so dry that they crack and bleed. I put these on and instantly felt relief. I hardly recognized my hands when I took them off! Smooth and pain free! Life changing! I'm stocking up on these bad boys!!!" —MommaBirdPrice: $3.69 A stick of Megababe's Thigh Rescue I can *personally* testify works anti-chafing miracles after wearing it for many a task in Texas heat. I've tried a few other brands, but always end up back at Megababe because it lasts the longest and isn't grossly greasy. A pair of Proof overnight period underwear for those nights when you've got a heavy flow but don't wanna bother with tampons or pads. (Which feels like insult to injury when it's already hot outside.) Just slip these on and rest comfortably knowing that your beautiful sheets are safe! Promising reviews: "Where have these been all my womanly years?!? Sleeping in dreadful pads no longer! Tested them on a heavy night and NO leakage. I am so happy to have this comfortable option." —Realtor Mo"Excellent quality. It's really absorbent, doesn't look bulky." —BelloPrice: $24.99 (available in sizes S–XL) A set of acupressure anti-nausea wristbands if motion sickness has plagued you down for years and enough is finally enough. These work by applying pressure to your wrist, which might just help with car sickness and nausea. Life is stressful enough without wanting to gag at the thought of getting on a plane, train, or in a car, so do yourself a favor and throw these in your cart so you can then throw them in your bag! Read more about acupressure and nausea at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer reviews: "Traveled during 7–8 weeks of pregnancy, and these saved my life more than a couple of times. Highly recommend." —Sbrown9412"These are LIFE-CHANGING for me!!!! I get SO car sick all the time even just staring forward. Driving through the mountains and winding roads while having to work on my laptop, and somehow I'm not car sick while wearing these. Buy them!!!!!! So much better than taking meds." —YummmPrice: $8.59 for a two-pack A pair of Tweezerman slant tweezers so you can kiss stray eyebrow hairs, chin hairs, and everywhere-in-between hairs a not-so-fond farewell. If you can't beat 'em, pluck 'em! That's my motto, especially when you're taking summer travel pics. Also perfect for throwing in your carry-on for on-the-go touchups! Promising reviews: "I will never buy another brand of tweezers. Love Tweezerman. Precise, sharp, excellent quality." —R"I recently bought this tweezer to replace my old Tweezerman pair that I had had for over five years. These are just as good as my old ones. I won't use any other brand! They do the job!" —maggie92Price: $22.05+ (available in three colors) A Dove 72-hour deodorant that helped me get rid of that weird armpit discoloration for good and keeps me from sweating and smelling in Texas summers. (I can't stress how high of praise this is for anything that has to go up against 100+ degree heat on the regular.) It's formulated with "Pro-Ceramide Technology," which works to help replenish and strengthen your skin's natural barrier by potentially boosting ceramide levels (which naturally reduce when you shave) to keep shaving and heat-caused redness away!Promising review: "Hands down my favorite deodorant! Lasts all day, no residue, and smells so nice. Worth the price." —Target CustomerPrice: $6.99 Some Cure Hydration electrolyte powder mixes in a delish berry pomegranate flavor if you are always forgetting to hydrate yourself on the daily. These will help make drinking water ~delicious~ and help keep you guzzlin' if you usually forget while you're on the move! FYI, water may be enough to rehydrate you, depending on your situation! Read more about electrolyte-enhanced drinks and hydration at Cleveland Clinic. These are genuinely my most FAVORITE electrolyte packets. The flavors are great and don't have that gritty taste other brands have. Price: $13.99 (available in more flavors) A three-pack of dermaplaning razors so you can shape your brows, remove unwanted facial hair, or exfoliate your face on the cheap. (I'd make a hair pun here, but perhaps I should just cut it put these in my cart already.) Summer is *not* the time to be battling with body hair. Promising reviews: "The blade is sharp, and I love that each one comes with a safety cover. Great for at home dermaplaning." —PTC"These work way better than any other dermaplaning tool I've used. I haven't got cut from them yet (hopefully I don't jinx myself!) Other brands would always cut my face no matter what technique I used or how gentle I was." —RagamuffinPrice: $7.69 A Hyland's topical salve with so many applications, you'd be a silly goose not to have this on hand. Ingrown hairs, splinters, bug bites, and boils... This salve is basically a magic potion ready to aid you at every turn. If you're outside a lot more because of the weather (and getting more splinters because of it) you deserve this in your cart. Promising reviews: "If you get stubborn under-the-skin pimples, try this! It works so well when applied consistently." —30 something mama"I put this on overnight for any stubborn under skin pimple. The stuff is a must have." —Mel MPrice: $6.99 A warm vanilla-scented Eva NYC dry shampoo because we as a society should not be punished with strong artificial smells and sticky roots for getting rid of our greasy hair. Enhanced with vitamin C and fatty acids, this will actually nourish your hair and make it smell amazing! (And help you not make every single day a wash day this summer, tbh.) Promising review: "Tried this for the first time today and I absolutely love it! Works great and smells amazing!" —AnnabellePrice: $13.99 A cult-favorite Revlon oil-absorbing volcanic face roller that's an internet standby for a reason: It really *does* soak up extra oils your skin makes throughout the day without ruining your makeup. A true MVP, tbh, and especially helpful if you tend to be oilier in the heat. Promising review: "As a very oily girl, this product is AMAZING!! I keep it in my purse at all times, and it's so easy to just pull out, roll around the face where you have oil and just throw back in your purse! In my experience it doesn't take off your makeup, and it's also really easy to wash and it dries fast! This is a game changer for me!" —agf99Price: $13.99 A waterproof pouch your phone thanks you for in advance because it does *not* wish to engage directly in water adventures, but it does want to still tag along from a safe, dry pouch that still allows you to take photos and use the touchscreen. Promising review: "This is the only 'waterproof' phone pouch that doesn't leak, and the closure is amazing. You just drop it in and let it go. It snaps shut on its own." —Target Customer"Nothing to dislike! I bought this to protect my phone during a kayak trip, and it did the job!" —ElizabethRosePrice: $11.69 A Kitsch satin pillowcase which can help prevent hair breakage and uncomfortable fabric bunches that can contribute to fine lines, but is also ~super~ cooling. If you've ever wished for someone to always have a cool side of the pillow, time to return the favor to your own human self! Promising review: "This pillowcase is amazing! I love that it has a zip closure so the pillow stays in place." —Cat MomPrice: $18.99+ (available in six colors) A pack of Kitsch itty bitty claw clips if you're like me and *just not good* at using bobby pins but still want a quick, easy way to tuck just a lil' bit of hair into a cute hold. Summer is sweaty enough without baby hairs touching your forehead! Promising review: "These are great! They are a little larger than most you find and they have a wonderful, suede feel to them that stay in hair well. These even work for my extra fine hair." —StegsPrice: $8 for a 16-pack A set of retro striped crew socks to bring a touch of colorful '80s fashion into your wardrobe. Pair them with some white lace-up sneakers for the kind of look that will definitely get you into The Breakfast Club. This style is MEGA popular right now, but don't be fooled into paying designer prices when Target has theme ready to go in a cheap three-pack!Promising review: "I think these socks are great. I don't like thick socks, so they are perfect for me. They do run a little big in the foot for me, but not at all a deal breaker for what ends up being less than $3 per pair. They also stay up nicely." —MplsMamaPrice: $10 for a pack of three (available in two color sets and fits women's shoe sizes 4–10) A sling crossbody bag if you want a hands-free existence while you go on new adventures. (Trust me, you totally do.) This one comes with an adjustable strap for the perfect fit, plus plenty of easy-access zippered compartments so you can keep all your essentials handy. Promising reviews: "I recently traveled out of town, and this crossbody was so helpful! I wore it with almost everything. So many compartments and I was able to just throw on." —Mesha"I was looking for something to fulfill the need of carrying around my wallet, keys, phone, wipes, and a few snacks since my children are older now, and I don't want to carry around a giant diaper bag. This was perfect, and I really liked the style and material. As previously mentioned, if you are looking for something to hold a water bottle, the side pocket will NOT do that, but it works perfectly for hand sanitizer and sunglasses." —JordanPrice: $18 (available in two colors) A set of three Rifle Paper Co. magnetic bookmarks so you always know where you left off in your summer TBR in the prettiest, floral-iest way possible. These beat that crumpled receipt you've been using by MILES. If you need a new book to read, take this quiz to get the perfect, tailored-to-you rec!Promising review: "Super cute! I gave them to a friend for her birthday, and she loves them! I'm going to buy some for myself!" —StephaniePrice: $4.99 A set of JLab wireless Bluetooth earbuds because if you are constantly losing, washing, or otherwise mismanaging your expensive brand pair, these are the ticket. Reviewers SWEAR BY them for durability and sound quality. (Just check out that 4.3-star rating with over 6,000 reviews!) And hot summer walks *are not* the time to be without your fave playlist. Sometimes the fanciest thing you can do for yourself is get the affordable version so you don't have to stress about them taking an accidental bath in the washing machine, you know?Promising review: "I bought these in December, and they are still charging, and still sound good after going through the washer TWICE. I thought I would need a new pair but after drying them and charging they are working fine. There might be a slight difference in quality, but nothing too noticeable based on what I use them for. If I need a new pair of earbuds in the future, I will definitely buy these again. 💯" —SalamiPrice: $24.99 (available in eight colors)
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How a federal monument's new welcome center in Maine honors Native Americans
ATOP LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Maine -- The founder of Burt's Bees envisioned a tribute to Henry David Thoreau when she began buying thousands of acres of logging company land to donate for what would become the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. But there was a major pivot: The monument's new welcome center tells its story not from the perspective of the famed naturalist but through the eyes of the Wabanaki tribes who were the land's original inhabitants. Roxanne Quimby's family collaborated with four tribal nations, private entities and federal officials to create the $35 million center that the National Park Service opened to the public on June 21, providing a focal point for the 87,500-acre (354 square kilometer) monument. Dubbed "Tekαkαpimək' (pronounced duh gah-gah bee mook), which means 'as far as the eye can see' in the Penobscot language, the contemporary wood-clad structure atop Lookout Mountain provides a stunning view of Katahdin, a mountain of key importance to Penobscot Nation, one of four Wabanaki Confederacy tribes in present-day Maine. 'It's a sacred mountain. For Penobscot people, it's really the heart of our homeland,' said Jennifer Neptune, a Penobscot who contributed artwork and written interpretations for the exhibits. Philanthropic funds covered the construction costs and land purchases for the monument, which is now now maintained by the park service. Tekαkαpimək donors included L.L. Bean, Burt's Bees and the National Park Foundation, funneled through the Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters, along with the Quimby family. Quimby sold Burt's Bees, maker of lip balm and other products, as she turned her attention to philanthropy. Off the grid and reachable only by unpaved roads, the center features an amphitheater and eastward lookout for sunrise ceremonies led by the Maliseet, Mi'kmaq, Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes, known collectively as the 'people of the dawn.' The vista stretches over land the tribes traversed for thousands of years. The other side faces Katahdin, which at 5,269 feet (1,606 meters) is Maine's tallest peak. Inside, exhibits and artwork teach visitors about birch bark canoes, ancient fishing techniques, the night sky and local wildlife, with translations in Wabanaki languages. Floor tiles reveal an intricate map of tributaries to the Penobscot River, which flows past the island home of the Penobscot reservation to the ocean. The welcome center has opened amid President Donald Trump's campaign to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives nationwide, including by issuing an executive order aimed at 'restoring truth and sanity to American history' that prompted Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to order a review of signs, memorials and statues. While the Trump administration's moves have created some unease, a formal management agreement between the federal government and the tribal nations involved should protect the center's focus on the Native Americans who were stewards of this land for centuries, said Quimby's son, Lucas St. Clair, who marshaled his mother's effort to have the land donated to the National Park Service. 'We can do better about teaching the real history of the United States," and the welcome center attempts that, he said. "It's not an insult to America. We're not trying to talk badly about America,' he said. When Quimby began buying the land in the 1990s, she was inspired by Thoreau's travels through the region, which included an 1857 journey led by a Penobscot guide, Joe Polis, that he chronicled in 'The Maine Woods.' But the focus began to shift in 2014 when her son joined a group led by tribal leaders that retraced Thoreau's lengthy travels on the 150th anniversary of that book's publication. St. Clair realized there was a richer story to tell. St. Clair began consulting with the tribes, only to be humbled two years later, after President Barack Obama's interior secretary traveled to Maine to celebrate the land's designation as a national monument. A tribal leader chided St. Clair because no tribal members were invited to speak. The omission had revealed a cultural blind spot: 'It just felt like, oh my gosh, I missed the boat on this one,' St. Clair recounted. Another pivotal moment came after the unveiling of the first welcome center design, which Neptune said was inspired by a New England farmhouse-style structure that once served loggers in the area. Tribal representatives felt the design smacked of colonialism and oppression, Neptune said. Lawyers were brought in to protect tribal heritage and intellectual property, while the non-natives involved made deeper efforts to understand Wabanaki culture, and the architect collaborated with an expanded tribal advisory board on a new design evoking a moose's antlers, inspired by a story of a tribal hero. James Francis, the Penobscot Nation's tribal historian, hopes this collaboration serves as a template for future projects involving Native Americans. 'The real achievement of this project was the connection to Maine and how it was done — bringing in the Wabanaki people and giving them a voice,' he said. Quimby said the original design was beautiful, but the discussions with tribal members were eye-opening. 'The more we went along with it, the more we realized that they could make an enormous contribution,' Quimby said. According to the tribe, Thoreau made a major contribution to Penobscot history by documenting their place names, and once wrote in a journal that 'the Indian language reveals another wholly new life to us.' Thoreau would approve of Quimby's steps to conserve land for future generations, said Will Shafroth, former president and CEO of the National Park Foundation, which raises money to assist the National Park Service. 'You have to believe that Thoreau would basically sit on the side of the river and thank God she and her family did this,' Shafroth said.
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Agency: PTI Last Updated: Atop Lookout Mountain(US), Jul 19 (AP) The founder of Burt's Bees envisioned a tribute to Henry David Thoreau when she began buying thousands of acres of logging company land to donate for what would become the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. But there was a major pivot: The monument's new welcome centre tells its story not from the perspective of the famed naturalist but through the eyes of the Wabanaki tribes who were the land's original inhabitants. Roxanne Quimby's family collaborated with four tribal nations, private entities and federal officials to create the $35 million center that the National Park Service opened to the public on June 21, providing a focal point for the 87,500-acre (354 square kilometer) monument. Dubbed 'Tekakapimk" (pronounced duh gah-gah bee mook), which means 'as far as the eye can see" in the Penobscot language, the contemporary wood-clad structure atop Lookout Mountain provides a stunning view of Katahdin, a mountain of key importance to Penobscot Nation, one of four Wabanaki Confederacy tribes in present-day Maine. 'It's a sacred mountain. For Penobscot people, it's really the heart of our homeland," said Jennifer Neptune, a Penobscot who contributed artwork and written interpretations for the exhibits. Reflecting the land's Native stewards Philanthropic funds covered the construction costs and land purchases for the monument, which is now now maintained by the park service. Tekakapimk donors included L L Bean, Burt's Bees and the National Park Foundation, funneled through the Friends of Katahdin Woods and Waters, along with the Quimby family. Quimby sold Burt's Bees, maker of lip balm and other products, as she turned her attention to philanthropy. Off the grid and reachable only by unpaved roads, the center features an amphitheater and eastward lookout for sunrise ceremonies led by the Maliseet, Mi'kmaq, Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes, known collectively as the 'people of the dawn." The vista stretches over land the tribes traversed for thousands of years. The other side faces Katahdin, which at 5,269 feet (1,606 meters) is Maine's tallest peak. Inside, exhibits and artwork teach visitors about birch bark canoes, ancient fishing techniques, the night sky and local wildlife, with translations in Wabanaki languages. Floor tiles reveal an intricate map of tributaries to the Penobscot River, which flows past the island home of the Penobscot reservation to the ocean. The welcome centre has opened amid President Donald Trump's campaign to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives nationwide, including by issuing an executive order aimed at 'restoring truth and sanity to American history" that prompted Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to order a review of signs, memorials and statues. While the Trump administration's moves have created some unease, a formal management agreement between the federal government and the tribal nations involved should protect the centre's focus on the Native Americans who were stewards of this land for centuries, said Quimby's son, Lucas St Clair, who marshalled his mother's effort to have the land donated to the National Park Service. 'We can do better about teaching the real history of the United States," and the welcome centre attempts that, he said. 'It's not an insult to America. We're not trying to talk badly about America," he said. Pivoting the focus When Quimby began buying the land in the 1990s, she was inspired by Thoreau's travels through the region, which included an 1857 journey led by a Penobscot guide, Joe Polis, that he chronicled in 'The Maine Woods." But the focus began to shift in 2014 when her son joined a group led by tribal leaders that retraced Thoreau's lengthy travels on the 150th anniversary of that book's publication. St Clair realized there was a richer story to tell. St Clair began consulting with the tribes, only to be humbled two years later, after President Barack Obama's interior secretary travelled to Maine to celebrate the land's designation as a national monument. A tribal leader chided St. Clair because no tribal members were invited to speak. The omission had revealed a cultural blind spot: 'It just felt like, oh my gosh, I missed the boat on this one," St Clair recounted. Another pivotal moment came after the unveiling of the first welcome centre design, which Neptune said was inspired by a New England farmhouse-style structure that once served loggers in the area. Tribal representatives felt the design smacked of colonialism and oppression, Neptune said. Lawyers were brought in to protect tribal heritage and intellectual property, while the non-natives involved made deeper efforts to understand Wabanaki culture, and the architect collaborated with an expanded tribal advisory board on a new design evoking a moose's antlers, inspired by a story of a tribal hero. James Francis, the Penobscot Nation's tribal historian, hopes this collaboration serves as a template for future projects involving Native Americans. 'The real achievement of this project was the connection to Maine and how it was done — bringing in the Wabanaki people and giving them a voice," he said. Would Thoreau approve? Quimby said the original design was beautiful, but the discussions with tribal members were eye-opening. 'The more we went along with it, the more we realized that they could make an enormous contribution," Quimby said. According to the tribe, Thoreau made a major contribution to Penobscot history by documenting their place names, and once wrote in a journal that 'the Indian language reveals another wholly new life to us." Thoreau would approve of Quimby's steps to conserve land for future generations, said Will Shafroth, former president and CEO of the National Park Foundation, which raises money to assist the National Park Service. 'You have to believe that Thoreau would basically sit on the side of the river and thank God she and her family did this," Shafroth said. 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How a federal monument's new welcome center in Maine honors Native Americans
ATOP LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Maine (AP) — The founder of Burt's Bees envisioned a tribute to Henry David Thoreau when she began buying thousands of acres of logging company land to donate for what would become the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. But there was a major pivot: The monument's new welcome center tells its story not from the perspective of the famed naturalist but through the eyes of the Wabanaki tribes who were the land's original inhabitants.
