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34 Products From Sephora That Work Like Magic
A mattifying, waterproof On Til' Dawn One/Size setting spray that Beyoncé used at her Renaissance concert in the pouring rain at her DC show. And Queen B's face was still beat 👏 to 👏 the 👏 GODS 👏 through the downpour. Yeah, this stuff has witchcraft in it for sure, sign me up. A Summer Fridays lip butter for anyone who can't stand dry lips and needs hydration and moisture instantly. This TikTok-beloved balm can also double as an overnight lip mask, and it comes in *delightful* scents like birthday cake, brown sugar, and sweet mint. Promising review: "I have some difficult lips. When I get sick, they peel. When I'm anxious or stressed, I pick them. And I'm a nurse, so the hospital dries them out. I have tried EVERYTHING, no exaggeration. I saw a coworker putting the Summer Fridays lip butter balm on and immediately started asking questions. 'Does it work?' 'Do you love it?' 'Have you noticed an improvement in your overall hydration?' Yes to all my questions, so I immediately added it to my cart and purchased it for in-store pickup so I could go straight from work to pick it up! This lip butter is magic! IT WORKS! I'm blown away and so happy I finally found something that does exactly what it's meant to and feels, smells, and looks so luxurious!!!" —Victoria1317Price: $24 (available in nine scents/colors). A Sol de Janeiro glow body oil — a transfer-resistant, non-greasy bottle of magic that'll give you a ~luminizing~, hydrating, shimmery glow. Plus, it'll leave you smelling absolutely delicious with the rich, beloved scent of their ever-so-popular Bum Bum Cream and Cheirosa 62 body spray. Promising review: "I rarely bronze my body, and when I do, I love to use Danessa Myricks Illuminating Veil. However, I tried Sol de Janeiro for the first time, and I immediately fell in love! It gives a nice bronze with a healthy glow. It dries quickly and it doesn't transfer, which is a major plus!" —makeupisbeautyPrice: $36 (available in two shades) A Dr. Jart+ SPF 40 sunscreen stick that can be reapplied over your makeup, blurs pores, delivers hydration *and* a matte finish at the same time (basically, it's witchcraft). Promising review: "This is a must-have for reapplying sunscreen throughout the day on makeup-free days or over makeup. Dries down matte and doesn't pill — fabulous! —Erin510Price: $30 A Huda Beauty setting powder in "Ube Birthday Cake" — an ~electric lilac~ shade with a subtle pink hue that'll give you a bright, rosy look. This silky powder will help bake and set your makeup, absorb excess oil, blur pores and fine lines, and lock in your makeup for up to 10 hours with an airbrushed finish. Apparently, this stuff is worth every bit of hype it gets. Purple setting powder?! I know, sounds bizarre, *but* check it out on TikTok cuz it's flawlessly gorgeous!I have this and it's so, so cute. I kept hearing rave reviews about how amazing Huda Beauty's setting powder was, and the lilac tint of the Ube Birthday Cake shade really intrigued me, so I snagged it. No regrets. I've been loyal to the One/Size powder for years (and still won't be giving it up), but this one definitely will be bought again. I also wanna try more shades. As a Black woman, I was a tad bit nervous about this, but the blurring, the brightening, and the coverage are top tier, truly. And it magically still looks flawless at the end of the review: "Huda Beauty powders never miss, and the new Ube Easy Bake Loose Powder is no exception! The formula is already one of the best — finely milled, lightweight, and gives the most flawless, airbrushed finish. If you love a bright, smooth under-eye or a perfected complexion, this is a must-have. The soft lavender tone is perfect for brightening without looking ashy, and it blends like a dream. If you're a fan of the original Easy Bake powders, you need to add this one to your collection ASAP! —skylerpierceePrice: $39 (available in 10 shades) An Anastasia Beverly Hills brow pencil with an ultra slim tip to help you get the thinnest, most *precise* hair-like strokes ever, keeping your brows looking super natural. It's dual-ended with a spoolie on the other end, so you can blend away easily. If we're choosing magic wands, I'm pickin' this one. The magic that is this product, omg. This brow pencil is my guilty pleasure. It's just reliable, and we love a reliable product. 👏🏽👏🏽 I've been using this for probably close to 10 years. It is a splurge product for me; I do fall for cheaper alternatives and such, but whenever I return, it reminds me that this brow pencil is truly unbeatable. It's really in its own lane. The pencil is sooo thin, so it helps create the most natural, realistic brow-like strokes, which is the look I LOVE. The colors are also so natural, I personally love the soft brown, even though my hair is naturally a very dark brown — it just looks the most realistic for me. Anastasia, girl, you did your big one with this... oh, and are you a witch? You can tell me, I won't tell anyone. Promising review: "This eyebrow pencil? A total game changer. I've bought it at least 10 times, and I'm not stopping any time soon. I swear, there's no other pencil like it. I picked up Medium Brown, and let me tell you, it's like it was made for my brows. The color match is spot on – no other pencil comes close. It effortlessly blends in, giving me that perfect, natural look I love." —mariem2000Price: $13+ (available in two sizes and 12 shades) A talc-free Nars bronzer for a warm, natural, glowy look. If you're sick of orange-y bronzers making you look like you're applying for a job at the Willy Wonka chocolate factory, grab this for your best bronze yet. Promising review: "Oh my gosh, this is the perfect warm colored bronzer that I've been looking for forever!!!!! Every bronzer I use is a contour shade, and I wanted something natural for once! Love love love." —drellar4Price: $19+ (available in two sizes and eight shades) A 20-pack of Peace Out salicylic acid acne patches perfect for anyone who can't help but pick at their pimples and then end up with dreaded dark spots. These magical hydrocolloid patches'll extract impurities, target blemishes and blackheads, soothe and minimize redness, *and* help promote clear-looking skin. Stick it, don't pick it, and say peace out ✌️ to that pimple. Promising reviews: "Now I know what the hype was all about! This stuff is amazing! Wash and dry your face, and put it on before bed. The next morning, you can literally see all the nastiness from the pimple or bump through the patch. When you pull it off, so comes the grossness with it. I wasn't sure why all the kids were walking around with stars on their heads, lol, even my mechanic had one on one day, but this is a major key alert! So glad I found these. It even works with hormonal acne." —Cinsobomb"This is a must-have item in your makeup bag. I was skeptical at first, and now I make sure to always have these in my bag. Works best when you let it work its magic overnight (or if you have a lazy day and can keep it on your face for a few hours). Pure magic, must have!!" —CCG619Price: $19 for a 20-pack (available in three sizes and more multipacks) An Armani luminous silk foundation with "Micro-fil" magic that'll instantly smooth the appearance of texture, pores, and fine lines. Remember that magic mask from Goosebumps that kinda morphed into the little girl's skin? This'll be like that, but way less spooky. Promising reviews: "Normally I never leave reviews, but this item deserves the credit. I finally found a foundation that is a game-changer. It's silky smooth and sits perfectly on my skin. Most foundations I use end up looking 'caked on' and make my pores look big, but this one doesn't do that at all. I don't know what magic they put into this bottle, but it has worked wonders for me, and I will definitely be using this one from now on. —BFlippen"This foundation is amazing. Lightweight enough to feel like I am not wearing products on my skin, and yet enough coverage to even things out. It sits beautifully, doesn't cake, and lasts all day. As someone who typically looks for alternatives or swaps to more expensive products, this is absolutely worth the investment." —randichevPrice: $48+ (available in two sizes and 39 shades) A Laneige plumping lip treatment that'll deliver your pout some deep, lasting hydration, and help boost and preserve the collagen in your lips for a visibly firm look. Promising review: "I simply love this product. The texture keeps my lips fully hydrated all night long, and I wake up with nice, plump lips." —iammarileePrice: $26 A Beauty Blender, the OG makeup sponge miracle that'll leave you with a flawless airbrushed look and help minimize the appearance of pores. Promising review: "Not sure what it is about the original Beauty Blender, but it is the OG of makeup sponges. I've tried off-brand ones, and they tend to soak up product and leave streaks, which this one doesn't do at all. Leaves an air-brush finish and 10/10 worth the hype!" —ssunshine1212Price: $20 A Makeup By Mario skin enhancer, a 3-in-1 sheer coverage balm bronzer that'll blur, illuminate, and set your face, giving you that effortless, dewy, air-brushed look. BTW, since some of our fave Love Island season six stars will soon be back on our screens (screaming), I'd just like to mention that Leah *now you're sendin' three home* Kateb uses it as a contour! Promising reviews: "Quite literally obsessed!!! Most natural bronzer I've ever used, and gives dimension to my skin quickly and effortlessly. I don't even use my contour stick anymore." —AmyMaty"This is the perfect product I've been searching for for years. So glowy but not shiny, perfect bronze tone, looks amazing with no other makeup or with a full face. Will be repurchasing." —JessicanotjessPrice: $32 (available in six shades) A gentle makeup cleansing oil for anyone who wants to see some double cleansing + makeup removing magic. It'll help melt oil-based impurities, while also softening, nourishing, and hydrating your skin. Promising review: "I cannot believe it almost took me until the age of 44 to 'discover' cleansing oil. This is a game changer. I massage it onto dry skin before I shower, and my makeup literally melts off in the shower. I used to use a Foreo and gel cleanser in the shower to remove my makeup, and there would almost always be some makeup left that would transfer to my towel when I dried my face." —chevyoPrice: $13+ (available in two sizes) A Fenty gloss bomb lipstick which Serena from Love Island uses (thanks queen for putting us on to it) and I mean, we all know our girl ALWAYS keeps it 100. You see these colors?! Spectacular, give me 14 of 'em right now. A Refy glow-and-sculpt serum primer *with* a facial roller so you can de-puff and get a healthy, radiant glow ~simultaneously~. And shout out to the niacinamide and glycerin in this magical primer, cuz these two ingredients work together to help visibly brighten, reduce redness, and hydrate your skin. Promising review: "I absolutely love the feel of this primer! It is cooling and just the right amount of sticky to help makeup stick on well. You also have time to apply it to the face without drying too fast. I found that previous primers dry quickly, leaving my makeup patchy, but because of this applicator and formula, I have time to apply it equally. The niacinamide is a plus for oily skin as well! Big fan!" —AloksterPrice: $22+ (available in two sizes) A Makeup by Mario sculpting lip pencil that is absolutely *elite*, I must say. Why? Well, this dual-ended liner features a brush on the other end for flawless blending ~and~ they even give you a sharpener that's Mario-approved, btw. Promising review: "This lip pencil is a game-changer! The deep cocoa brown shade is rich... perfect for creating defined lips or a bold ombré effect. The matte formula is creamy and comfortable, infused with emollients to prevent dryness. It glides on smoothly and stays put, thanks to its lip-lock technology. The dual-ended design includes a built-in brush for seamless blending, making it ideal for on-the-go touch-ups. Whether worn alone or paired with a gloss, it delivers a flawless finish every time." —alexissolorzanoPrice: $26 (available in 19 shades) A color-changing lip and cheek oil stick with a jelly-like texture that'll leave you with a dewy finish. The bright shades will change to gorgeous blush and lippie colors right before your eyes, as if by, hmmm, FAIRY GODPARENTS *Crocker from Fairly Oddparents voice*. Promising review: "I am obsessed with blush and this is certainly one of my faves! The blue color is stunning, and it transforms into the most beautiful pink on my light skin. Looks very natural. I love the jelly texture as it glides on with no effort and is easy to blend with my fingers. I only use this on my cheeks, even though it says you can use it on your lips as well. The twisting mechanism is great. It gives a satisfying click as you twist it. And it's so affordable! —VallerudPrice: $12 (available in three shades) A LYS Beauty cream bronzer stick packed with skincare ingredients like green tea extract, rosehip oil, and watermelon seed extract. You'll get an easy-to-blend, sculpted, defined look *and* moisturized, replenished, plump skin. LYS Beauty is a Black-owned biz!Promising review: "SO CREAMY!!! After using contours that left me looking orange and not that blended, I'm SO glad I found this. It's the perfect color, blends well, and is so creamy while applying. And for such a good price!" —Viviennelee19Price: $21 (available in seven shades) Dae Cactus Fruit 3-in-1 Styling Cream that'll have your curls looking their absolute best. It's perfect for slicked back styles because it's not greasy, so you don't have to wash it out to get that volume back in your hair (which, I mean, big deal!) Whether you're using this to define your curls or to prep for a blowout with *extra* shine, you'll love this magically versatile bottle of witchcraft... I mean styling cream. A vitamin C under-eye cream inspired by banana powder, which makeup artists use to deliver brighter under-eyes. It'll help hydrate, illuminate, and prep your skin for makeup while also working its magic over time to brighten your dark circles. Promising review: "Love this stuff. As a mom of two to a newborn and a toddler, my circles were VERY dark. I tried a ton of other eye creams, and this is the only one that actually makes a difference for dark circles. Bonus is that it hydrates the area as well." —MisCaitPrice: $45 A Dior lip oil, an internet fave which contains ch-ch-ch-cherry bomb... wait no, that's not right, cherry oil to protect your pout from dryness and deliver all the hydration and nourishment your lips could ever want. Promising reviews: "This oil, this oil, this oil!!! It doesn't matter what I eat or drink, I can lick my lips, and even after the shine is gone, my lips are still hydrated and don't feel dried out. That's most important to me. I use this when I go to bed, and my lips are still hydrated in the morning. Hesitate no longer on purchasing this lip oil. And for even more supple and hydrated lips, exfoliate first, then apply this oil. You won't be disappointed!" —Terri21"This stuff is magic! Before I purchased, I had dealt with lip issues for years. I had dry, peeling lips, but after the first few days of applying this, my lips feel so much better. They're softer and feel moisturized throughout the day! I love it and I will be repurchasing whenever I run out!" —JosesonlinePrice: $40 (available in 11 shades) A ~dreamy~ Haus Labs foundation by Lady Gaga that has TikTok in a *literal* chokehold. Seriously, in every video, this stuff magically matches reviewers' skin to 👏 a 👏 T! It's like it melts right in. This weightless bottle of pure perfection has a serum-like texture, blurs pores, and provides a smooth, medium coverage. It's totally giving skin. A Topicals brightening serum with kojic acid and niacinamide — a witchy concoction that'll help you *poof* away discoloration. If you've been fighting for your life trying to make those post-blemish marks from that pimple you couldn't help but pop vanish, grab this. Topicals is a Black woman-owned small biz!Promising review: "I am always skeptical of the 'I noticed a difference within 24 hours' reviews, but in this case, it's true! I have deep acne scars near my mouth and sun damage near my eyes, and after one day of use, the scars looked noticeably lighter. No progress yet on the sun damage, but with how quickly it worked on the scars, I'm absolutely going to keep trying! It's a thick consistency like Neosporin, which I'm a little nervous may clog my pores, but so far, so good! Really impressed." —arand28Price: $28 Nars radiant creamy concealer because a buildable, lightweight, long-lasting (up to 16 hours) concealer sounds like the ultimate makeup dream. Your under-eyes will be nice and bright even on those days where you only get, like, four hours of sleep. Plus it has magnolia bark and grape seed extracts to help cover acne and calm redness, so likeee, what more could you need outta this little baby? A One/Size blurring setting powder which I'm, like, 98% sure Fiona and Cordelia Goode from AHS: Coven conjured up. Silky smooth, poreless-looking, matte skin for up to 14 hours?! Where's the cauldron that this was made in? A Tower 28 hydrating gel cleanser + makeup remover crafted with oat extract and 100% pure aloe vera. This gem of a skincare product is perfect for all kinds of skin (oily, dry, combo, ALL OF IT) and will help soothe irritation, target redness, deliver hydration, and get rid of SPF, oils, and dirt. And it does it all without leaving your skin feeling tight! Miracle cleanser? I think so. A Huda Beauty under-eye color corrector — a crease-, sweat-, and transfer-proof potion that'll blend seamlessly and brighten your under eyes. Promising reviews: "This is what I have been looking for all along. I was always insecure about my dark circles, and for some reason, it never looked quite right with just concealer. Then I learned I was missing a color corrector, but all the other brands I tried made my under eyes look super strange. This was PERFECT and my makeup looks sooo smooth. Finally found the right product for me!!!" —greenlemons"Where has this been all my life? It's not cakey or too thin or shiny. This shade does the impossible task of hiding my purple/green/yellow under-eye bags without creasing or looking like I smeared lipstick under my eyes. This will become a staple in my makeup bag." —shweeberPrice: $31 (available in six shades) A Glow Recipe serum blush, *or* flush that works as a skincare product and a dewy cheek tint. It can help brighten dark spots, plump your cheeks, and hydrate all while providing you the perfect, buildable, natural flush that'll seamlessly melt into your skin. Promising review: "This is perfect for the beach, summer, no makeup, light makeup, and full glam. It adds glow to the cheeks and lasts ALL DAY. Finally, it is impossible to mess up because it is blendable and user-friendly. PS: if you have blush blindness, this is for you." —catlover229Price: $25 (available in two shades) A Kulfi laminating brow gel, which contains ingredients like vitamin E, sunflower and safflower oils, and roselle hibiscus for soft, nourished, moisturized eyebrows that also look absolutely amazing and professionally done. Kulfi Beauty is a South Asian-owned small review: "At first I wasn't too impressed... after a couple of weeks of everyday use, my brows have never looked better. I don't even need to fill them in. Follow the instructions to a T (brush against the brow growth, use the plastic comb to brush up through the arch and then down at the tail, use the black brush to press down and set the brow hairs) for the best application and all-day hold. I have bushy brows, and the hair grows downwards, but this makes them look like fluffy masterpieces. Amazing!!! —MellalinaPrice: $26 A Haus Labs glassy balm highlighter stick that'll have you looking like a hydrated, glowing angel. Plus, it's formulated with 64% skincare actives like wakame extract, hyaluronic acid, and sea fennel extract. Promising review: "This product is sooo pretty. It blends into the skin more naturally than a powder highlight and doesn't look glittery, just a beautiful, ethereal finish. I have worn it with cream blushes and foundation, and it layers nicely. —kendra1991Price: $30 (available in six shades) "Homecurl" by Fenty Beauty, a gel-cream that'll shape, define, and enhance your curls in just one step. It's tough on split ends but will still give your hair some soft, touchable body and bounce. This stuff takes "wash and go" VERY seriously. Promising review: "10/10. 5 stars. ROUND OF APPLAUSE. This stuff is the BOMB. Firstly, if I could eat this product, I would. I'm not exaggerating when I say this is the BEST smelling hair product I have EVER used (and I've tried quite a few, folks). I am so, so happy to have finally found a product that suits my thick 2c/3a hair. I have a mix of curls and waves and often struggle to find something that 1) makes my entire head look good, and 2) lasts for more than a day. Whether I braid or blow dry/diffuse my hair, it always looks fantastic when I use The Homecurl. Up until this point, I'd been using a mix of curl cream and gel, but often found it was too heavy for my hair and weighed it down after a day. This product feels so light in my hair, but has an amazing hold and does exactly what it claims to do." —TaliaSapphirePrice: $16+ (available in two sizes) A Patrick Ta body glow balm that'll have people thinking you're lying about being human cuz with a glow like that, you gotta be a mystical magical fairy orrrr a Cullen. Just imagine how AMAZING you'll look this summer when the sun kisses your collar bone and you begin to shine like that crab in Moana. Beach trips, rooftop lunches, THE IG PICS?! Yep, a summer must-have. A Rare Beauty liquid blush by our fave wizard, Selena Gomez, available in both a matte and dewy finish! This blush is beautifully pigmented, so a little goes a long way. Seriously, I think she made this on Waverly Place with her brothers cuz it's actually magic. A serum-boosted skin tint that'll give you a lightweight, sheer finish for a fresh-faced, *no makeup* look. If you feel like foundation is just way too heavy for summer and want something a bit more glowy and natural, you should def check this beauty balm out. Oh, it's giving skin for sure. Patrick Starr making the One/Size setting spray: Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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30-04-2025
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Beyoncé's daughters Blue Ivy, 13, and Rumi, 7, join her on stage to kick off Cowboy Carter Tour
Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter got it from their mama. Last night, Beyoncé kicked off her Cowboy Carter Tour in Inglewood, California, and her 13-year-older daughter nearly stole the spotlight as she danced on stage and flaunted five incredible outfit changes. For one Western-inspired ensemble, Blue rocked a maroon leather look featuring fringed chaps complete with gold embellishments and star details. She paired the pants with a matching corset-style vest top featuring dangling seashells. It turns out, the look was a little less Cowboy Carter and a little for Destiny's child. The entire design seemed to recall a rhinestoned metallic outfit in the same colour that Beyoncé wore while performing with Destiny's Child in 2000 — with a cowboy twist, of course. As for her other looks, Blue first stepped on stage wearing an all-white cowboy design, including silver tassels, chaps and a white hat. For Act II of the show, the mother-daughter duo (and all of Queen B's backup dancers) twinned in newspaper-printed attires for a rousing rendition of America Has a Problem. The teenager, who previously appeared on stage with her mum during 2023's Renaissance Tour, had an even longer presence on stage this time around, dancing in impressive fashion to multiple songs. While Beyoncé rocked a skin-tight catsuit, complete with matching opera gloves, Blue Ivy donned wide-leg pants and a corset top with the same gloves, and swapped out her mum's white heels for glittery sneakers. The family-filled moments certainly didn't end there. For Act III, 7-year-old Rumi Carter made her onstage debut, shining bright in a custom Oscar de la Renta minidress made of gold feathers and teeny cowboy boots to match. Meanwhile, Blue and Beyoncé matched once again in olive green sequined bodysuits from Burberry. For her fifth and final 'fit, Blue showed off her admiration for her mum. The teen went much more casual, wearing jeans, tour merch and a pair of cowboy boots. There's still 31 more shows on the Cowboy Carter Tour, and we're expecting even more over-the-top custom looks and mother-daughter moments. And since Bey is known to keep audiences on her toes, there's no telling who else might make appearances (or what they'll wear.)
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26-02-2025
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28 Beauty Products From Black-Owned Businesses That Work So Well, You'll Think It's Witchcraft
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. Just call me your fairy godmother because I'm here with all the magical beauty products. Chileee, it's giving sorcery. 1. A *Cécred* moisture sealing lotion by Beyoncé so your hair can be ~flawless.~ If you wanna fight frizz, lock in moisture, and seal split ends without any silicones, then this is the product you need. Use it to define your luscious curls or use it before styling — Queen B uses it before straightening her gorgeous hair! Cécred Cécred is founded and owned by Beyoncé. I personally love this stuff. Honestly, everything from Cécred feels like it was made just for me. I use basically all of their products. This moisture-sealing lotion is fantastic for curls. I do braid outs and flexi rod sets often, and this has made a world of a difference. I take my braids out using the nourishing oil (which smells so amazing that everyone stops me to compliment me and ask what I'm wearing), and the combination of the two is literally unmatched. Other moisturizers just don't give the results that this bottle of magic gives. I have so many different moisturizers, and this one is definitely top two. Check it out on TikTok where a reviewer uses it for a braid out and in another TikTok where a reviewer uses it for a silk press! It's definitely worth trying out, and it smells incredible. Promising review: "I have 3c hair and have really enjoyed using this product when I'm rocking my hair naturally. I spray my hair with a little bit of water, add a small amount of this to my hair, and I can literally see my curls come to life! It works well when I blow out and flat iron my hair, too. I add this, and my heat protectant and my hair comes out so smooth and soft! I also use it as an edge control since it does have some hold to it, very versatile product. And a little of the product goes a LONG way!" — Marie G. Get it from Cécred for $38. 2. A gorgeous Juvia's Place bronzer duo that'll give you a beautifully blended contour. So good, people *maaaay* just ask you if you've gone to Dr. Miami to get your cheeks done. An angled, chiseled face. Like handsome Squidward but like, less creepy looking. Juvia's Place Watch TikTok makeup expert Mikayla Nogueira review and apply the bronzer here! Juvia's Place is a Black woman-owned small biz dedicated to inclusive beauty for all genders and skin tones, and their vibrant products celebrate founder Chichi Eburu's African heritage. Promising review: "It's hard finding a good contour and bronzer shade that aren't too orange — so happy I found this on TikTok and ordered it!" — Avery Get it from Juvia's Place for $20 (available in five duos) or Ulta for $22 (available in four duos). 3. Lightweight boho goddess locs for an easy *and I mean EASYYY*, fabulous, protective style. They're pre-looped, which means the install will be a total breeze. I– I think I need them. Boho Locs is a woman-owned small biz. Promising review:"I do not know where to begin because I am so in love with my Boho Locs. I feel like a Nubian queen. They are incredibly lightweight, which is a big plus because my natural hair is fragile due to being on chemo several times over the last few years." — Latrika W Get them from Boho Locs for $157+ (available in 11 colors and three lengths). 4. A bottle of Miss Jessie's Pillow Soft Curls — a soft styling lotion that'll have your curls looking better than they ever have. With this, you can forget crunchy locks and welcome soft, gorgeous, defined curls with a surprisingly amazing hold. Holy grail hair product? I think so. Miss Jessie's is a woman-owned biz that specializes in curly hair products. Promising review:"I just washed my hair, and I am officially in LOVE with this product! It smells SO good and makes my curls feel so soft while also boosting curl definition and volume. There's no film, and my curls aren't crunchy after they dry post-application. My grays are usually always frizzy after I wash my hair, no matter what I use for my curls, but I'm not witnessing that at all with this product. Absolutely love this and recommend it highly to anyone with natural curls." — Tati Get it from Amazon for $17.97. 5. A stunning Fenty Beauty highlight that'll make you ✨ shine bright like a diamond ✨. You can use it on your face *or* body and it's literally perfect for every skin tone. One thing about Rihanna, she never misses and this gorgeous highlight is proof.👏👏 Sephora Fenty Beauty is founded and owned by Rihanna. Promising review: "Three times today, THREE times I was given compliments on my makeup. Do you like glitter, shimmer, and sparkle?? You're gonna LOVE this!" — CookiePurrrty Get it from Fenty Beauty or Sephora for $43 (available in two shades). 6. A Play Pits deodorant made with natural ingredients like vitamin E, shea butter, and coconut oil to keep you smelling ahhhh-mazing all day! You'll smell so great you may even lift your arms discreetly just for a whiff of this sweet-smellin' deodorant. Play Pits is a family-owned small biz founded by mom, Chantel Powell, and son, Kameron Powell, after Chantel found herself searching for a kid-friendly deodorant for Kameron when he was 6 and playing sports. From kids to adults, Play Pits is for everyone. Promising review: "The best deodorant, worth the little extra money. My niece told us about this product years ago, and we only use it now. It lasts all day, is strong but not harsh, is good for those with sensitive skin (my husband gets boils with most other deodorants) because of all of the natural ingredients, and it's created by a Black woman with a great background story." — alisa ritchieit works Get it from Play Pits for $13.99 or a two-pack from Amazon for $23.98 (available in six styles). 7. A Buttah Skin facial cleansing device — a silicone brush that'll get all up in your pores to rid them of dirt, oil, and makeup while also giving you a gentle, deep, and effective cleansing. Captain America has his shield as his secret weapon, and you'll have this little massaging baby. Buttah Skin was founded by Dorion Renaud after a tireless search for skincare products that could effectively address his skin's particular needs. Every gender-neutral product is cruelty-free and uses organic ingredients! Promising review: "Long battery life and portable. Lightweight and does its job. Soft on your face." — Mari Get it from Amazon or Buttah Skin for $54. 8. A Pat McGrath Labs powder bronzer sure to put you in a magical trance and make you fall in love after you see the flawless finish it delivers. Perfect, blurred skin with a naturally radiant glow? Yes, please. Sephora 9. The Lip Bar liquid matte lipstick, which comes in a TON of gorgeously pigmented shades that look stunning on literally everyone. These bold little beauties are long lasting so they won't run off with the rim of your cup and leave you needing to apply more every hour. They go on like a gloss then dry down to a beautiful, matte, velvety finish and they're ~infused~ with jojoba oil and vitamin E to keep your pout hydrated. The Lip Bar is a woman-owned biz that specializes in vegan and cruelty-free makeup. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Kayla Boyd says: "I use The Lip Bar's matte liquid lipsticks often and the formula is truly incredible. It hardly budges at all throughout the day, the pigment is bomb, AND it doesn't dry out my lips at all — which is really difficult to find in a matte lipstick." Get it from Amazon (available in 11 shades and in a two-pack) for $13.99 or from The Lip Bar for $15 (available in 18 shades). 10. A Pattern Beauty hair steamer so that super expensive hair mask you bought can really absorb. It'll help enhance your results, add volume, stretch your strands, and detangle your curls. Just call this baby your fairy godmother. Pattern Beauty is founded and owned by actress Tracee Ellis Ross. Promising review:"Do not walk, run to get this!!! It is the product I never knew I needed, and now I cannot live without it! After sleeping on my hair, in the morning I use this steamer for 10 minutes or less and my hair looks fresh and bouncy. When I am setting it in the evenings, I give my hair a quick steam to lock in oils and moisture, and my hair no longer dries out during the week. It's a complete God send." — Janice Get it from Pattern Beauty or Ulta for $169. 11. Beauty Strike Rosewater Toner, which contains glycerin — a natural anti-inflammatory that can help you break up with acne and start seeing someone new — ✨ hydration ✨ . Plus, it'll help balance your skin's pH and clear your pores of any dirt or makeup that was missed after washing your face. Beauty Strike Beauty Strike is a Brooklyn-based small biz that specializes in natural cleansers, toners, treatments, moisturizers, and more. Get it from Beauty Strike for $8+ (available in three sizes). 12. A "Mousse Def" texture foam that'll give your hair (any type, might I add) a flexible hold without all the flakes and crunch. First ingredient in this has GOT to be witchcraft because, howwww?! This stuff does it all — detangles, conditions, defines, AND adds shine in just one step. Magic in a bottle, that's what this stuff is. The Doux is a woman-owned small biz that specializes in professional-quality products for all hair types. Okay, I have a secret. IDK how to do my hair when it's curly. *BUT* I'm slowly investing time in figuring out what the heck to do with it and what products actually define my curls. Well, this is one of 'em. This mousse + the Cécred moisture sealing lotion were my best friends last summer. No flaking, no stiff hair, just soft, defined curls. I love this mousse, it works fantastically. ~For me~ hair products that are made by Black-owned businesses always deliver like no other products can. Made for hair like mine by people with hair like mine. 10/10. Promising review: "I use this stuff FAITHFULLY!!! It gives my curls great definition without weighing them down, and there's no flaking. It's also GREAT for a wash-n-go!" — Markitha Get it from Amazon for $14.34. 13. Fenty Beauty's Instant Retouch Concealer because you woke up exhausted, and thanks to your dark circles, it's written all over your face. No one will even know that you literally dragged yourself outta bed this morning and you won't get all those annoying "omg, you look so tired" comments — it'll be like a magic trick. Sephora Promising reviews:"I'm 50 with dry skin and serious dark circles. I used this over a primer, and it stayed solid from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Excellent coverage, blended in great, and I am not good with makeup. Did not change color, did not fade, did not crease, did not transfer. Best color match I've found in a concealer and best results." — JulesAtSea "I've used a lot of concealers, and this one is the absolute best. A little goes a long way. It will definitely make you look like you've slept for eight hours, have drank gallons of water, and have no stress in the world. Flawless." — VictoriaCx15 Get it from Fenty Beauty, Sephora, or Ulta for $30 (available in 50 shades). Oh! And use the shade finder quiz if you're unsure about your correct shade! Reviewers say it really helps. 14. A Bask and Lather strong hold edge control for thick edges because it seems that nothing is laying your baby hairs the way you want them laid. Well, meet this little jar of magic! Say goodbye to your weak edge control and say hello to flake-free hold for all types of hair. Kinky, coily, loose, whatever you've got, this stuff will surely replace whatever gel you currently use. Bask and Lather is a woman-owned biz that specializes in natural products made from 100% organic ingredients. And check it out on TikTok! This reviewer even went to the gym, but their edges did not move. One word — shook. Oh, and I totally understand that laying your edges is not a necessity and isn't everyone's cup of tea! For more on this, check out " Just A Friendly PSA That You Don't HAVE To Lay Your Edges Down If You Don't Wanna." Promising reviews: "Definitely works with no residue left behind and lasts ALL DAY! The only product that won't get greasy and lift after a few minutes!! I love it! Will be buying again." — Ms. T "My curls are very stubborn. No matter how much Eco styling gel I used when putting my hair in a puff or ponytail, the curls would still pop out. This edge control looks nice and sleek while giving my hair shine and holding my curls down all day!" — Brandi Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 15. A rat tail parting comb by Cécred to help you get those crisp lines when styling your beautiful mane. It's heat-resistant, so if you've been searching for the perfect comb to chase with a flat iron, look no further! Oh! And that big hole in it is perfect if your hair products drawer is full, cuz it can be hung up! Cécred Okay, so I'm on a dance team and we just had a performance this weekend that was two and a half hours away. By the time we arrived, had our tech run, rehearsed, and ate lunch, we had about an hour to get ready. It takes me forever, and I mean FOREVER, to do my hair and makeup, so immediately, I began to panic. I brought this comb with me for no real reason, mainly because I'm a habitual over-packer. Well, thank god I did because it helped me section my hair so that I could curl and style it so freakin' fast. I couldn't believe that I had done my hair in 20 minutes. I brushed out my curls using the vented paddle brush, and *voila*, absolute perfection. The Cécred products have been more reliable than every man I've ever dated — this comb included. I would have had a meltdown at my performance if I didn't have this comb with me. Get it from Cécred for $18. 16. A vitamin C serum packed with antioxidants that'll help improve the appearance of dark spots and give you radiant smooth skin. "You'll shine like the light from the sun," Paolo told Lizzie in The Lizzie McGuire Movie. Promising review:"I've been using this serum for a week, and I already love it! I live in the desert, and dry skin is a major problem for me. I put it on in the morning after my shower, and I notice the results all day. The serum makes my skin feel so hydrated and soft. I can see a difference in the fine lines around my eyes, and it makes my skin feel bright and fresh. I totally love it and bought some for my sister for Christmas as well. Love this :)." — Amazon Customer 17. A bonnet hair dryer attachment by Glow by Daye — a genius little gadget you'll thank your lucky stars for constantly. Perfect for when it's 3 p.m. and you're getting ready for a night out and realize you kinda wanna do a twist out but there won't be enough time for your hair to dry. Attach this baby to your blow-dryer and *bam* perfect, dry twist out in no time. Glow by Daye is *also* a small biz! Promising review:"Large enough to fit over a full head of velcro rollers!! Drawstring helps keep the hat on. Good quality. Just make sure you keep your dryer on low and alternate between the cool setting, because it gets hot quickly! Has venting holes to let air out. Good price for such a helpful item that helps dry my hair. Happy I don't have to stand there with my dryer in hand, I rested the dryer on the counter and caught up on emails. :)))" — David Theophilus Get it from Amazon for $21.96 (available in two colors). 18. Bread Beauty Hair-Mask with Australian Kakadu plum (which is super fun to say) and starflower oil, which, together, could literally be mistaken for a magic potion. I mean, this stuff helps reinforce hair follicles — which helps prevent breakage — delivers you super soft, velvety strands, and doesn't weigh your luscious locks down! Quench your curls' thirst with some of this cloud-like hair treat. Bread Beauty Supply is a woman-owned small biz that creates hair products for curl types 3a to 4c. See it in action on TikTok! BuzzFeed Shopping editor Kayla Boyd loves this — here's what she has to say: "I recently started using Bread products and I really love how lightweight and easy they are to use. Since I have mixed textured hair that's been frequently dyed, it tends to get very dry. After using this deep conditioner my hair felt so much better and softer. In addition to that, the smell is A-MA-ZING. Definitely one of my new favorite wash day products." Promising review:"I was gifted this product to try out. I use it 2–3 times a week and so far, I love it! I notice my ends feel softer and more healthy. It's super thick and creamy so it detangles my hair so easily. The scent is light but smells delicious, like a bakery. I would definitely recommend this product if you are looking for a good conditioner that helps with dryness and damage but also won't weigh your hair down!" — Kacey Get it from Ulta or Bread Beauty Supply for $14+ (available in two sizes). 19. A tube of Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 that your skin will be so happy to meet. No annoying white cast, just protected, moisturized skin and an angel of a product that can *also* help prevent hyperpigmentation. Mika Robinson/BuzzFeed Learn more about it on TikTok here and check out our Black Girl Sunscreen review. It's cruelty-free, vegan, and formulated without harsh chemicals. Black Girl Sunscreen is a woman-owned business. Promising review:"My beautician was always glowing but without the greasy look. She told me about this product, and I ordered it immediately. I get more compliments now than I ever had before. I can literally wear it with no makeup. Not only did it boost my confidence, but knowing it's an amazing sunscreen makes this a great product. What impressed me most is I have oily skin, and now I have this even glow all day without blotches of oily skin." — Truth Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two styles and in a two-pack) or Black Girl Sunscreen for $18.99. 20. A Danessa Myricks skin-blurring balm powder that'll keep your oil balanced all day and suck up your sweat. It's matte, but still helps you maintain hydration so your skin doesn't look all dry and cakey. Sephora Danessa Myricks Beauty is a woman-owned biz! Promising review:"FINALLY! A foundation that does what it says it's going to do. I apply it with a wet sponge, and the coverage is perfect each time. I don't worry about it easily transferring to my clothes, hallelujah! To make things even better, I have NO SHINE. I have oily skin and have tried all the high-end to low-end brands to make my skin look matte and nothing worked until NOW! I have slept in this makeup, and my face still looks good. I have recommended it to everyone I know." — Nainah8584 Get it from Sephora or Danessa Myricks for $36 (available in 22 shades). 21. Camille Rose moisture milk for all you curly babes whose curls are thirsting for some good moisturizer. This leave-in-conditioner contains vitamins A, D, and B12, AND it smells heavenly. Refresh your curls and help make detangling easier with this lovely little moisturizer. Your curls will thank you for how *amazing* they look. Camille Rose is a woman-founded/owned business. Promising reviews:"I have been wanting to try Camille Rose for a while now, and this was the first product I thought to pick up. It did not disappoint — it smells really nice and really keeps my hair moisturized. I will be repurchasing! Hair type:4a/4b." — Folasayo "I have long, frizzy, wavy hair. When I put this product on my hair, it smells great, leaves my hair with beautiful curls, and it's soft to the touch." — Kindle Customer Get it from Amazon for $12.88. 22. A jar of Pattern Beauty strong hold gel if a slicked back 'do is your vibe. Long lasting and will help your hair stay put *and* won't cause damage cuz it's infused with sea moss, aloe vera, and chia seeds to help keep your cutie little curls nourished. Amazon Promising review:"I really love this gel. I bought all of the Pattern products and they are some of the best hair products I have ever used. My hair feels so moisturized and is very defined. I have thick type 4 hair for reference. The gel gives a good cast, but it doesn't get too crunchy and I haven't experienced any flaking so far. The strong hold gel with the cream is the perfect combination. 10/10 recommend." — Nadiya 23. A buildable Pat McGrath Labs cream blush that will be the most *perfect* pop of color for your cheeks. The glossy finish will leave you looking like a glowy goddess. Sephora Promising review:"I've been wearing cream blushes exclusively for almost 20 years now, and this is by far my absolute favorite! The color is gorgeous, it wears like a dream, it's buildable, and it imparts a beautiful, yet natural radiance as well. It's everything you could ask for in a cream blush, and well worth it." — KittyLynnNYC Get it from Sephora (available in eight shades) or Pat McGrath Labs for $29. 24. A "Homecurl" curl defining cream, a gel-cream by Fenty Beauty that'll shape, define, and enhance your curls in just one step. Tough on split ends but still will give your hair some soft, touchable body and bounce. This stuff takes "wash and go" VERY seriously. Promising review:"10/10. 5 stars. ROUND OF APPLAUSE. This stuff is the BOMB. Firstly, if I could eat this product, I would. I'm not exaggerating when I say this is the BEST smelling hair product I have EVER used (and I've tried quite a few, folks). I am so, so happy to have finally found a product that suits my thick 2c/3a hair. I have a mix of curls and waves and often struggle to find something that 1) makes my entire head look good, and 2) lasts for more than a day. Whether I braid or blow dry/diffuse my hair, it always looks fantastic when I use The Homecurl. Up until this point, I'd been using a mix of curl cream and gel, but often found it was too heavy for my hair and weighed it down after a day. This product feels so light in my hair, but has an amazing hold and does exactly what it claims to do." — TaliaSapphire Get it from Fenty Beauty or Sephora for $16+ (available in two sizes). 25. A Tgin deeply conditioning hair mask with castor oil and biotin to help get your hair to a healthier-looking state. It'll help resurrect any dry, damaged, or color-treated hair with intense hydration that'll reduce shedding and breakage just as well as Winifred Sanderson resurrected Billy Butcherson. Thank God It's Natural (Tgin) is a woman-owned small biz based in Chicago that specializes in hair products. Promising review:" My scalp felt invigorated after applying. I left the masque on overnight and when I rinsed the next morning, my scalp felt refreshed and clean. I actually think this product also aided in elongating my curls. Hair looks hydrated as well! I plan to use it every two weeks." — Dawn M. Get it from Amazon for $17.99. 26. A curl-defining gel by Camille Rose that's made with marshmallow root to help smooth, define, and detangle your locks. Apply a generous amount of this little potion to freshly-washed hair and you'll see your strands magically transform into the most beautiful, soft, ~not crunchy~ curls you ever did see. Promising review: "This is my first time leaving a review, but I recently cut off my relaxed hair and have been experimenting with some natural hair products to use as stylers for my wash-n-gos. This has been the BEST product I've used. Normally, after day one and two my hair gets dry when I use other products, but today is day six after using this product and my hair is unbelievably soft and moisturized. Not an ounce of dryness. The consistency is somewhat like a gel, but it doesn't leave my curls crunchy at all. My hair was well defined. I love this product and I would recommend it to anyone. — IslandPrincess Get it from Amazon for $19.78. 27. A lightweight, vitamin-infused, vegan anti-frizz growth serum that'll have you belting out 🎶 do you believe in magiiiiic 🎶 by The Lovin' Spoonful because this stuff is absolute sorcery. It's filled with ginger, turnip, and carrot root oils that'll help stimulate growth, soothe your scalp, and protect against breakage while keeping your hair silky smooth all at the same time. This stuff has to be some sort of Hogwarts potion that got outta Professor Slughorn's class. Amazon Rucker Roots is a family-owned small haircare biz that uses all-natural ingredients in their products. Get it from Rucker Roots for $19.99 or Amazon for $18.79. 28. A vegan purple temporary hair color gel because you love a bright, vibrant hair color but geez, does your hair hate it! This stuff washes out in one wash so you can get the drama you crave without having to totally commit. Oooh, and did I mention that this stuff is *also* a curl definer?! Genius! Gemini Naturals Gemini Naturals is a woman-owned small biz that specializes in temporary hair dye that works on dark and textured hair. Promising review:"Best temporary color I've used! The gel was easy to apply and the color is vibrant even when it dries, plus you can add more if need be. I spritz my hair with a light hairspray, and there was absolutely no transfer! I will definitely be trying more colors!!" — Alicia D. Get it from Gemini Naturals for $7.80+ (available in two sizes and in more colors). Your Cécred moisture sealing lotion coming to give you the most defined curls you've ever had: Disney The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity. Check out more Black-centered content by exploring how BuzzFeed is celebrating Black History Month this year! Of course, the content doesn't end after February. Follow BuzzFeed's Cocoa Butter on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to keep up with our latest Black culture content year-round. BuzzFeed
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Queen B's Cottage moving, 3 Sisters Lewiston store closing
The 3 Sisters Garlic and Oil store in Lewiston has officially closed but its storefront will not be empty for long. The space at 444 Center St. will be the new home for Queen B's Cottage with an opening planned for March 1. Owner Brooke Unversaw said being right on Center Street, Lewiston's main thoroughfare, would be a big plus for her. Her boutique shop opened in the former Lewiston Arts Council house on Ridge Street in August 2022. 'A lot of people don't even know that I'm here,' Unversaw said, noting that Ridge Street only accommodates one-way traffic. Queen B's sells a variety of home goods, found items from flea markets and estate sales, and candles Unversaw makes. The reduction of store space, from 1,450 square feet to around 700 square feet will force her to be more selective with the product lines offered. Three Sisters Garlic announced the Lewiston location closure in a Facebook post, with its main location at 4078 N Ridge Road in Cambria still open. Owner Jennifer Di Pasquale opened the store on Aug. 1, 2023. 'As we prepare to close our doors in Lewiston, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our customers over the past year,' the post reads. 'Our journey has been filled with passionate flavors, delightful experiences, and strong friendships.' Di Pasquale said the Lewiston location closed due to a lack of foot traffic and low sales, with the money made at the Cambria location keeping that one afloat. She and Unversaw have been in talks since January, having reached out together as she was looking at new spots. 'We're gonna break it down and just come back to our home roots,' Di Pasquale said. They have been part of the Lewiston Farmer's Market for the past six years and will continue to do so.
