Full disclosure, I believe this is the single most expensive eyeliner I have ever used. At $55, I'm well aware of the fact that it's a good five or six times the cost of something similar I could pick up at the drugstore.

Here's the thing, though: With its ease of use, staying power (even on my greasy eyelids and watery, allergy-prone eyes) and longevity (coming up on six months, people), I've begrudgingly come to the conclusion that it's worth it. Here, let me wax poetic in bullet point format:

• This stuff lasts flawlessly through everything from my kung fu classes to my intermittent cry-fests (I'm a Cancer, okay?). Layered over a primer, it's pretty much indestructible, yet it's still easy to remove with oil cleanser.

• The product lasts forever, too. I was ready to write this off as a once-in-a-lifetime luxury until I started noticing how long the pen was lasting. You know how liquid liners are often prone to drying up in a couple of months? I've used this almost every day for six months and it's showing no signs of quitting (though, for hygienic reasons, I probably should consider throwing it away soon).

• It's the easiest liquid eyeliner to draw with that I have ever used (and I've tried a lot of easy-to-use liquid liners). The flexible brush tip is perfect for full coverage swipes along the upper lash line, while the fine tip is great for detail work on your wings. Being Asian American, I have folds and creases in my lids that can be difficult for the average liner to draw over, usually resulting in some unevenness and skipping. No such problems with this liner (maybe it helps that it, like me, is of Japanese descent).

Us beauty editors kind of live in a bubble, true — but it's also our responsibility to shout off the rooftops about the beauty products that we really, really love. And Cle de Peau Beaute Intensifying Liquid Eyeliner, $55, is one of those for me. — Rosie Narasaki

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I've tried just about every sunscreen under the sun. I can tell you that most formulas leave much to be desired. Whether it's the chalky white cast left behind, sticky, greasy residue or, worse, it runs into your eyes and burns. If you're like me, you want a sunscreen that's going to protect you from the sun, feel comfy on your skin and not break the bank.

When I found out Neutrogena was extending its Hydro Boost line to include Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion SPF, $12.49, I knew I had to try it. See, I absolutely love gel moisturizers and the brand's original Hydro Boost Water Gel is a favorite. Much like the face cream, the sunscreen has a similar lightweight, cooling gel consistency. It also features the same clean, refreshing scent!

Applying sunscreen can sometimes feel like a chore, but not this one. The chilly, soothing sunscreen feels more like applying a favorite body lotion — it sinks right into skin and leaves it soft and smooth — even after a day in the pool or the ocean. Summer has only been here a short while and I'm already on my third tube. If you're looking for a sunscreen that doesn't feel or act like traditional sunscreen, I suggest you give this one a whirl.

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So there I was, standing on a subway platform in Seoul and looking about as hot as day-old kalbi. It was early November and just a smidge above 20 degrees Fahrenheit. I was feeling frumpy AF in multiple layers of Uniqlo's finest Heattech and tourist-y sneakers, also sporting a chin breakout and bloodshot eyes, courtesy of jet lag. By contrast, the women around me wore fur-trimmed coats and expensive-looking heels, with impeccable skin and perfectly applied lip stains. As I'm sure you can imagine, I felt totally fine standing next to them!

The only thing that kept me from feeling like my style game was completely off was my flick of L'Oreal Paris Infallible Paints Eyeliner, $9.99. I bought it in the shade Wild Green, figuring I'd wear it once or twice and forget about it. I ended up wearing it every day of my trip. It was just the thing I needed to boost my meh face and self-confidence. — Katie McCarthy

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As a makeup minimalist, there aren't many cosmetic products that I obsess over. Sure, I love to swatch, swipe and test out gorgeous makeup, but you'll never catch me red-handed wearing it. If I opt for makeup, which is likely once a week or for a special occasion, my staples are concealer, blush, highlighter and mascara. As for my pout, I wouldn’t dare wear lipstick, and lip gloss doesn't seem natural-looking in my book, so I typically choose a lip balm or butter for hydration and a slight sheen. That is until I found this luxurious lippie. The Tom Ford Lumière Lip ($54) is the perfect "lipstick" for a girl that wants to go au naturel with a touch of sheen. 

It' a translucent balm that reacts to your pH so you get a customized lip color each time you wear it. For me, it's typically a very natural pinkish coral shade and it looks fantastic, especially against my sun-kissed skin. And this lippie isn't only a hit because of its custom color, it's chock-full of hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and plant extracts. Hello, moisture.

If you can't wait to try this on your kisser, run to Sephora and snag one for $54. Trust me, it's totally worth the splurge.

 

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I wish I was someone who could claim to have great skin but alas, that is not my lot in life. Instead, I have dark undereye circles, I have brown spots, I have stubborn red areas, I get a zit or two now and then. That's why I'm grateful for really, really good concealers, including my latest fave, BareMinerals BarePro 16-Hour Full Coverage Concealer, $24. The stick formula is thick and opaque, so it quickly disguises anything you'd rather not show to the world. And though it's very creamy and easy to spread around, once it's in place, it's not going anywhere. From now on, my dark circles will remain my secret.

cover image via @bareminerals