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Less is more. Loving the California minimalism that Playa beauty brings to their products 🐚 Their haircare line is free of harmful parabens, SLS, synthetics, and chemicals and each product smells super clean & fresh with hints of coconut, gardenia, & kukui 🌿✨

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Less is more. Loving the California minimalism that Playa beauty brings to their products 🐚 Their haircare line is free of harmful parabens, SLS, synthetics, and chemicals and each product smells super clean & fresh with hints of coconut, gardenia, & kukui 🌿✨ LTKbeauty

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Playa California Salt Scalp Scrub Shampoo 8 oz/ 240 mL | Sephora (US)

Playa Every Day Shampoo 8.45 oz/ 250 mL | Sephora (US)

Playa Supernatural Conditioner | Violet Grey

Playa Endless Summer Spray 3.65 oz/ 108 mL | Sephora (US)

Playa Soft Volume Powder 1.6 oz/ 45 g | Sephora (US)

Playa Ritual Hair Oil 1.52 oz/ 45 mL | Sephora (US)

Playa Healing Hair Masque 8 oz/ 240 mL | Sephora (US)

Playa New Day Mist 3-in-1 Styler Refresh 5.4 oz/ 160 mL | Sephora (US)

Anyone else feel overwhelmed when figuring out which at-home beauty devices actually give you results and are worth the price tag 🏷️?!

Today I wanted to share which ones are actually worth the hype and lucky for us… a lot of these pricey devices are on sale for BFCM! 🛒

1. @lightstim for Wrinkles — using red LED Light Therapy, this device helps to treat fine lines and wrinkles. You can treat your forehead, crow’s feet, cheeks, nasolabial folds, jawline and even your lips. ($249 but 20% off)

2. @mynuface Trinity Facial Toning Device — Uses microcurrent to tone, lift, and contour the facial muscles while also reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles! ($339 but 25% off)

3. @faces_skingym High-Frequency Wand forhigh-frequency electrical currents to help zap stubborn zits — from minor blemishes to the bad breakouts. Also comes with 3 attachments to target specific areas of the face. ($95 but 30% off)

4. @shanidarden Facial Sculpting Wand — an anti-aging device that uses sound wave technology to target wrinkles on a deeper level while boosting circulation and optimizing oxygen uptake. Can be used all over, including the delicate eye and lip area, for firmer, tighter, smoother skin. ($399 but 25% off)

What are some of your favorite at-home beauty devices? Share with me below 🤍 xx #itstheproductgal

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The BEST Oil-Free Moisturizers for Oily and/or Acne-Prone Skin 💦 If you are looking for a lightweight, but still hydrating moisturizer here are my go-to favorites! These were amazing when I was suffering from hormonal breakouts earlier this year, but still needed a moisturizer to balance my skin.

1. @firstaidbeauty Ultra Repair Oil-Control Moisturizer — If you have visibly oily skin, this face cream is perfect for you. It instantly mattifies and delivers weightless hydration without clogging pores and keeps your skin shine-free all day.

2. @summerfridays Cloud Dew Oil-Free Gel Cream — Super lightweight and formulated with 3 different types of hyaluronic acid for all the skin plumping benefits ☁️

3. @skinfixinc barrier+
Skin Barrier Restoring Gel Cream — This cream helps to improve skin barrier function and restores, strengthens, balances and protects your skin. Dermatologist-recommended and long-lasting.

4. @shanidarden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer — Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Collagen, and Red Algae to attract and retain lost hydration while drenching skin in revitalizing nutrients. xx #itstheproductgal

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I LOVE a good creamy contour and bronzer and I wanted to share my favorites that not only give you the best sunkissed skin but also contour your face for that coveted snatched look! 🌞👇🏽

1. @patricktabeauty Major Sculpt in "She's Sculpted" – I'm obsessed with this Creme Contour & Powder Bronzer Duo because it effortlessly shapes and defines your face. It also has the most luminous texture that blends seamlessly into your skin!

2. @merit Bronze Balm Sheer Sculpting Bronzer – I love everything from Merit and this bronzer is no exception. Perfect for that no-makeup, makeup look. It's an easy to use, blendable bronzer/contour stick with the most natural, sheer finish.

3. @fentybeauty Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick – this buildable cream-to-powder long-wear formula is lightweight and blendable. My favorite for a night out, I just love how easy application is and truly @badgalriri can do no wrong.

4. @roseinc Solar Infusion Moisturizing Cream Bronzer –This mistake-proof cream-to-powder formula blurs pores and texture while vitamins C and E provide powerful antioxidant protection. Also love that it provides weightless hydration with ingredients like squalane and rose oil!

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Dry skin season is officially here and my skin's been feeling it these past few weeks! I have combination skin but during the colder months it can get really dry and even irritated. I'm always searching for the best moisturizers to help my skin feel balanced and hydrated without being greasy or too heavy. Over the years, I've definitely found my favorites and I'm so excited to share them with you! 🤍👇🏽
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1. @skinfix Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Face Cream – this is my current favorite! So hydrating and formulated with active lipids, peptides, hyaluronic acid, and rich shea butter that visibly brightens, firms, and plumps your skin.
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2. @firstaidbeauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration – I love this especially when my skin is feeling irritated. It's fast-absorbing and provides instant and long-term hydration for dry, distressed skin and even eczema.
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3. @charlottetilbury Magic Cream Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid – the BEST for under makeup! This plumps your skin and diminishes the look of fine lines, leaving your complexion glowing and prepped for flawless makeup.
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4. @skinceuticals Emollience -- one of the riches moisturizers formulated with nourishing plant oils. My skin drinks this moisturizer up whenever I use it.
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What are your favorite dry skin moisturizers? Share with me below 💦😊️ xx #itstheproductgal

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Elevate your bathroom vibe with these luxurious towels from @slowtide 🌿🐚

Their super absorbent, plush, and stylish towels make you look forward to your everyday bath rituals ✨ Some of my favorites include their Clive, Guild, & Kalo Collections. xx #theproductgal

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During the summer, my skin can get really dry — typically from an increase in sun exposure, pool days, and even air conditioning! 🌵

If you suffer from rough, dry or bumpy skin, you’re going to LOVE this resurface+ AHA/BHA Renewing Cream from @skinfix. Perfect for that post-shower hydration 💦

This @allure Best of Beauty Award Winner is a luxurious body cream that hydrates, gently exfoliates, smooths, and softens rough, bumpy skin. It’s seriously sooo nourishing and leaves your skin feeling baby soft. This is especially great for sensitive skin or anyone that has keratosis pilaris because it’s free of fragrance, parabens, sulfates, silicones, and more. xx #theproductgal

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My ultimate summer glow makeup picks ✨These are the products I'll be using all season long for that glowy, healthy, second-skin look.

When it comes to makeup, I love to use products that enhance my skin versus cover it up. It's all about creamy bronzers, skin-illuminating highlighters, buildable foundation formulas that stay breathable all day, hydrating lip balms, and golden eye shimmers. Shop all my summer favorites below! 🌊🌞 xx #theproductgal

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20% OFF EVERYTHING AT GLOSSIER! Here are my favorites ✨

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✨ FAVORITE DRUGSTORE HIGHLIGHTER DUO ✨

@flowerbeauty’s Day Glow Highlighting Glaze ($11) + their Shimmer & Strobe Highlighting Palette ($14) 😱

Day Glow can be used alone or under the highlighting palette for an extra pop of shimmer ✨ xx #theproductgal

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Still obsessing over all these nourishing textures and buildable colors from @lilahbeauty ✨ xx #theproductgal

Shop my clean beauty favorites below! xx #theproductgal

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5 Minute Makeup with @lilahbeauty ✨

Loving this simple and effortless makeup routine using a few favorites from lilah b. — their philosophy is all about helping women achieve a finished look with fewer products, encouraging a movement to declutter, minimize and simplify 🌿 xx #theproductgal

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Current obsession: clean makeup that’s both nourishing & moisturizing for your skin ✨

I recently tried a few products from @lilahbeauty and I love how everything left my skin and lips with a natural, glowy finish. They are the perfect clean and healthy formulas for a no makeup, makeup look ✨

Each of their products are rich in aloe and other beneficial botanicals that are kind on your skin. Think all things simple, effortless, and luxurious. The packaging is just too good 😍 xx #theproductgal

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WEEKLY SHOWER REVIEW: @weareparadoxx Full Volume Collection 🚿🧖🏻‍♀️ I have naturally super coarse, straight hair so it tends to fall flat and lack volume. I’m always on the hunt for a good volumizing shampoo or texture spray so I was sooo excited to try this Full Volume Collection from WE ARE PARADOXX. Here’s my review:

- The shampoo left my hair feeling hydrated and refreshed. It was lightweight and the smell reminded me of a fresh beachy scent! It’s formulated with ingredients like babassu oil & matcha green tea and the formula is 91% natural, which I love!

- Next up is the conditioner! My hair felt super nourished and conditioned after using. It’s formulated with coconut and hazelnut oils, along with matcha green tea just like their shampoo!

- Before blow drying I used their Volume Blow Dry Spray. This definitely helped speed up the blow dry process and gave my hair an extra smooth and glossy look.

- Last but not least I finished my routine with the Volume Texture Spray. I LOVE how this added texture to my waves and even gave them a lightweight hold and of course, extra volume.

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Still dreaming of this @olaplex haircare routine from @skinstore ☁️

What makes these products so special is that they have a patented ingredient called Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate that dramatically improves your hair strength, protects from within, and provides immediate results for all hair types. My hair was immediately shinier and softer after this routine ✨

Not to mention my hair smelled SOOO good after! Shop the routine on @liketoknow.it xx #theproductgal

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Glow up ✨ Loving these @coverfx staples in my makeup routine. Have you ever felt like your liquid foundation or concealer wasn’t hydrating enough?! I’ve been obsessed with mixing this Custom Blending Moisturizer with my under-eye concealer for an extra boost of hydration and an even smoother application. It never leaves my under eyes cakey or dry!
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It’s infused with Prebiotics and Probiotics that balance your skin’s living protective layer to create a more radiant, youthful-looking complexion over time. It’s designed to use alone or to mix with your existing liquid beauty products and a little pump goes a long way. xx #theproductgal

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Full Morning Routine using my @cocokind goodies 🌞🌿

Loving how fresh and hydrated these products made my skin feel!

First I used the Oil to Milk Cleanser which was so gentle and smelled like chamomile + geranium. It removed any dirt and makeup without stripping my skin of moisture 💦

Next I spritz’d my skin with the Rosewater Facial Toner to help hydrate and balance 🌹

I followed up with the Texture Smoothing Cream which was so soothing and literally felt like a green juice for my skin 🍏🌿

Last but not least I used their Daily SPF which blended into my skin seamlessly and felt really hydrating and light.

What are some of your favorite #cocokind products? Share with me below! xx #theproductgal

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One of my new favorite cleansers especially for dry skin! 🧖🏻‍♀️💦

My skin has been LOVING this barrier+ foaming oil cleanser from @skinfixinc 💙

It’s lightly foaming and creamy, but effectively removes all dirt, makeup, and oils from your skin. It leaves your skin feeling super soft, supple, and hydrated which is EVERYTHING I look for in a cleanser. I honestly look forward to using this every morning and night!

If you’re looking for a new cleanser head to my link in bio to shop. xx #theproductgal

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How's your bodycare routine lately?!
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Yes, your skincare routine is important but the skin on our body deserves all the love too! Some of my allll time favorite bodycare products are from @necessaire. I'm absolutely obsessed with their body wash and body exfoliator in Eucalyptus and Sandalwood. I recently added their hand cream to my collection and it's sooo hydrating and lightweight - I've been on the hunt for a hydrating but non-greasy hand lotion and this does not disappoint. What are some of your bodycare favorites that you can't live without? Share with me below! #theproductgal

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✨ GLOWED UP with @skinfixinc’s newest product — their resurface+ AHA/BHA Enzyme Exfoliating Pads for Face and Body ✨

My face was absolutely GLOWING after using these peel pads and the next morning my skin looked even better and felt sooo soft. These one-step peel pads are formulated with clinical-strength glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acids, with enzymes and niacinamide for brightening, targeting dark spots, and enhancing your skin’s glow! I recommend these for anyone with normal to oily skin to use 1-2x a week! 🤍 You can shop them now @sephora!

Fun Fact: @skinfixinc was one of the very first beauty brands I helped manage social media for over 4 years ago! 😱 xx #theproductgal

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WEEKLY SHOWER REVIEW: VERB Hydrating Shampoo, Purple Mask, and Ghost Dry Oil 🚿🧖🏻‍♀️

I’ve always been a fan of VERB haircare products so I thought I would share some of my all time favorites with you to tell you why these are STAPLES in my shower routine! Here’s my review:

- This color-safe Hydrating Shampoo is sooo moisturizing and gentle. Your hair feels very soft after without feeling weighed down! It has a light grapefruit and oatmeal scent 🍊 I personally love that their products smells so fresh but never overbearing.

- Next up is the Purple Mask 💜 It’s sooo good for toning, brightening, and hydrating your hair! When you’re looking a little brassy this mask softens and tones yellow hues.

- After my hair air drys I spray the Ghost Dry Oil all over my ends. It helps hydrate, tame frizz, add shine, and smell sooo yummy.

If you haven’t tried any VERB I highly recommend them! It’s luxury haircare at a more affordable price. I’m seriously obsessed with everything I’ve tried! xx #theproductgal

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Here’s your reminder to STOP PICKING YOUR SKIN. One of the top causes of acne-scarring and dark spots is picking at blemishes on your face that aren’t ready to be extracted yet. I am totally guilty of picking at pre-mature pimples in hopes it will just go away faster but the truth is the red or dark scar from picking usually lasts for weeks or months 😭 Here is one of my favorite products and tips to help stop the picking:
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✨ Out of sight out of mind! ✨ I love these pimple patches from @zitsticka because they cover up my blemishes so I don’t go crazy wanting to pick them. Not only do they discreetly cover them but they also accelerate the healing process by reversing the journey (if caught early) and reducing redness!
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It comes with a cleaning wipe with salicylic acid, tea tree, and vitamin e and then a microdart patch with hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, and niacinamide!
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I loveeee using these overnight and waking up to a smaller, less red pimple or during the day so I avoid picking! xx #theproductgal

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✨ CONSISTENCY IS KEY ✨ Like anything in life, results take time. Especially when it comes to your skin! If a beauty product claims that it will resolve an issue over night, it's probably best to do your own research and change your expectations. Otherwise, you'll be left feeling disappointed because you're not seeing quick results as promised!

On the blog today I'm sharing 3 Skincare Ingredients That Improved My Skin, but let me tell you, it definitely took time for me to see their amazing results! xx #theproductgal #ltkbeauty

SOFT BEACHY WAVES WITH @playa 🌊🥥🐚

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SAVE or SPLURGE PT. 1 🤷🏻‍♀️

It can be difficult to know when you should SAVE or SPLURGE on certain products in your skincare routine. Today I’ll be covering whether expensive Vitamin C serums are worth the investment or if the drugstore version is just as effective 👇🏽

First, Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps to protect your skin from free radical damage and environmental stressors. Think of it as an extra layer of protection in addition to your sunscreen 🌞 It leaves you with brighter, more radiant skin and also has amazing anti-aging benefits like reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation!

The MOST effective Vitamin C serums have between 10-20% L-ascorbic acid (the best form of Vit C) and you definitely want a concentration that’s higher than 8%! Other ingredients to look for in your Vitamin C serum is Vitamin E and ferulic acid — these ingredients together will give you the maximum effectiveness.

If it fits within your budget, a high-quality Vitamin C serum is definitely a product I would SPLURGE on in your skincare routine. I’ve been using the @isclinical Pro-Heal serum for over a year now and I’ve seen a huge difference in my skin when it comes to overall radiance, even skin texture, and even hyperpigmentation from acne scars. xx #theproductgal

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Treated my mama to a special Mother’s Day at-home facial today using the Skin Transforming Kit from @mdoskin by @simonourianmd1 🧖🏻‍♀️ She loved it so much!

Her skin looked so radiant and beautiful after this simple 3-step facial ✨

Now until 5/17 you can receive this entire kit FREE on orders over $139. It’s not too late to treat your mama! @liketoknow.it #liketoknowit #ltkbeauty #MDOSkinClub #gifted 🏷

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A Saturday well spent in the sunshine *reapplying my @supergoop sunscreen of course* 🌞 xx #theproductgal

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Exfoliation is essential for glowy, smooth looking skin! It helps to remove dead skin cells that build up on the surface over time to reveal a radiant, natural glow. When you don’t exfoliate, your skin can begin to look dull, dry, and rough in texture.

As much as I love exfoliating, it’s definitely one of those skincare steps that can easily be overdone – causing irritation, stinging, redness, and even damage to your skin.

That’s why it’s SO important to start out SLOW and to make sure you’re using the right exfoliating product for your skin type.

Today I’m sharing three of my favorite chemical exfoliants and how I use them!

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@Playa giving me all the endless summer feels 🥥🐚🌊

These two will definitely be staples in my beach bag over the next few months. As you already know, I'm OBSESSED with their Ritual Hair Oil. It's lightweight enough so you can use it on dry or damp hair and it smells sooo good. Perfect when your hair needs a boost of hydration after a day out in the sun.

Also who doesn't love a texture spray? Their Endless Summer spray is formulated with sea salt harvested from California and creates a perfectly tousled and soft texture to your hair.

Okay now I'm dreaming of a beachy vacay 🌴 xx #theproductgal

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My favorite CLAY MASKS PT 3 🧖🏻‍♀️👇🏽

Today I'm crushing on The Removalist from @gotoskincare. This luscious clay mask has kaolin clay which draws out excess oil, sebum, and impurities from the skin, along with calming and soothing zinc oxide, and pepper berry fruit extract which helps to reduce redness.

I've been using this mask specifically on my t-zone which tends to get the oiliest on my face! It's a quick ten minute mini facial that I use once a week!

Not to mention it smells sooo yummy! xx #theproductgal

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My favorite CLAY MASKS PT 2. 🧖🏻‍♀️👇🏽

This is a goood one! This Red Algae Mask from @oseamalibu is formulated with French Red Clay to help with blemish-prone or congested skin! I literally look forward to using this mask once every 1-2 weeks because it really does feel like a little at-home spa treat!

When you first apply this mask your skin will tingle a bit, but trust me, wait the full 10-20 minutes before you rinse it off! It's working to cleanse and decongest your pores, while drawing out impurities and excess oil on the skin.

I even will use this mask as an overnight spot treatment if I have a breakout.

Your skin feels so refreshed, smooth, and glowy after using it! ✨ xx #theproductgal

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How I Apply My Favorite Nighttime Moisturizer from SkinCeuticals🌙 xx #theproductgal

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My favorite CLAY MASKS PT 1. 🧖🏻‍♀️👇🏽

Today I'm chatting all about CLAY – this has been a popular ingredient in skincare over the past few years, specifically in face masks. This mineral-rich ingredient is super cleansing and detoxifying and can help clear blemishes by drawing out impurities! ✨

With so many different types out there, it can be difficult to navigate which type of clay is right for your skin type. I'm starting a series where I share my favorite clay masks starting with the Pore Proof Perfecting Clay Mask from Peach and Lily! 🍒🍓

Swipe to see why I'm loving it and head to my link in bio to shop! 👉🏽xx #theproductgal

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