The Best Products Our Beauty Editors Tried in November 2023
Are you feeling that cool December air?
With Thanksgiving behind us, it's beginning to look a lot like the holidays, and our beauty routines have adapted to colder, drier air—as well as getting prepared for all kinds of festive celebrations. Every month, our favorite brands in skincare, makeup, hair, nails, bath goods and so much more send us more goodies than we can count so we can try them all out to share our favorites with you. Whether you're looking for the best beauty faves to add to your own routine or seeking out beauty gifts that are sure to impress, just keep scrolling to discover all of our favorite products from November of 2023.
Uzari's Ritual Box Set: $60
Uzari is a unique, African-inspired clean skincare brand that's all about sharing the path to glowing skin, and their Ritual Box Set contains precisely what you need to see what the fuss is all about. In addition to the U-scrub mesh exfoliator, which helps to unclog pores as it enhances absorption, it includes the brand's U-wash African black soap, which promotes a healthy skin barrier as it cleanses. Not only does the process feel fantastic, but you'll love the way it smells.
(via Uzari)
Tubby Winter Gift Set: $78
Tubby Todd's limited-edition Winter Gift Set packaged in an adorable blue gifting box is the perfect present for skincare and bath lovers. For fans of vanilla and apricot, this set will get you ready for the holidays in no time.
(via Tubby Todd)
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Figaro Apothecary Fig Oil + Blue Agave Body Wash: $40
The blue agave and fig in this Figaro Apothecary body wash make for a divine combination, leaving your bathing experience second to none. For a spa-like, luxurious experience, this moisturizing and lathering product will leave you feeling and smelling amazing.
(via Figaro Apothecary)
Tree Hut Sparkling Sugar Collection: $10.49+
Shimmer this holiday season with Tree Hut's limited-time Sparkling Sugar Collection for the bath and shower. Choose from the Foaming Gel Wash, Shea Sugar Scrub or Moisturizing Shave Oil for a full circle moment. They each leave you with a fresh fragrance and a sweet ending.
(via Tree Hug)
Sabon Dead Sea Body Scrub: $48
Take your beauty routine global without leaving home with Sabon's Dead Sea Body Scrub. Unlike other scrubs out there, this one uses salt sourced straight from the Dead Sea, along with jojoba, açai and almond oils to exfoliate, remove dead skin and support renewal. Choose from a variety of fragrances including Delicate Jasmine, Ginger Orange, Lavender Apple, Citrus Blossom and more. The scrubs can also be found in the brand's 31-day holiday advent calendar.
(via Sabon)
Afro Unicorn Magical Tresses Never a Knot Detangling Shampoo: $8.48
Infused with raspberry, papaya, apple and kiwi, Afro Unicorn's Magical Tresses Never a Knot Detangling Shampoo smells incredible and actively fights knotted and damaged hair. This is a also kid-friendly shampoo, great for anyone with thick, curly hair.
(via Walmart)
Afro Unicorn 1-2-3 Wishes Silky Conditioner: $8.48
Follow up the shampoo with Afro Unicorn's 1-2-3 Wishes Silky Conditioner, which defines and holds your curls while leaving your hair looking shiny. It's also filled with detangling agents, ridding your locks of knots while helping to prevent breakage.
(via Walmart)
FRESH by Houston White Deep Conditioner: $8.99
Barber Houston White is helping you bring the salon home with this Deep Conditioner. It's formulated with apricot oil, cocoa and shea butters to support strength, body and bounce. Lather and rinse with the brand's Moisture Shampoo.
(via Target)
Glomance The Squeeze: $28
If you've been frustrated in the past by facial cleansers that strip and dry out your skin—especially in the cooler months—it's time to make a swap to Allure's Best Beauty Award-winning Glomance The Squeeze cleanser. It's absolutely packed with antioxidants, plus superfood ingredients including kale, spinach, alfalfa, green tea and coffee arabica to brighten and soothe skin, as well as regulate oil and lessen redness and irritation, getting your face flawlessly clean without damaging it.
(via Glomance)
SKWAD Hydrating Face Mask & Shaving Cream: $27
We're all about products that simply do more, and SKWAD's Hydrating Face Mask & Shaving Cream is a surprising two-in-one designed to save your skin. This vitamin-rich facial mask using raspberry oil, blueberry oil, teflose, Hawaiian sea silt bioferment and arnica to soothe, protect and deeply hydrate skin while also doubling as a dreamy shaving cream.
(via SKWAD)
Isla The Elixir: $56
Over the years of trying dozens and dozens of beauty products, we've discovered that not all toners are created equal, but the latest we've fallen in love with is Isla's The Elixir. This essence has become an essential step of our skin prep, tackling uneven tone and creating smoother, brighter and more hydrated skin without the irritation that many other options may cause.
(via Isla)
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Gryt So Chill * Stress Less Super-Serum: $24
Stressed skin is dull skin, which is where Gryt's So Chill * Stress Less Super-Serum comes in. This overnight serum is built specifically to calm and sooth skin with a salicylic acid, curcumin and licorice root formula. The result is a clearer face with reduced acne, inflammation and redness, with ashwagandha to further destress your skin.
(via Gryt)
SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3: $78
Retinol 0.3 is the recommended amount for beginners using retinol, making SkinCeuticals' Retinol 0.3 just the thing for newbies everywhere. This nighttime treatment improves the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and blemishes.
(via Oh Beauty)
Love & Pebble Glow Enzyme Beauty Pops: $39.99
The temperature outside is dropping, and so is your skincare routine's with Love & Pebble's Glow Enzyme Beauty Pops. This superfood face mask exfoliates, nourishes and smells like fruity perfection. Just scoop into the molds, pop in the freezer, and you've got a homemade spa experience.
(via Love & Pebble)
Herbivore Rainbow Minis Serums + Oils Bestsellers Set: $44
The Rainbow Minis Serums + Oils Bestsellers Set from Herbivore is perfect for any lovers of skincare wanting to liven up their routine. It also makes for the ultimate holiday present. This set is suitable for all skin types and gives you a great way to try some of the hottest products at Herbivore while giving your morning and night routine an incredible new lineup.
(via Herbivore Botanicals)
HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36: $64
HydraTint's Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36 is a lightweight tinted sunscreen that gives your skin a glowy and hydrated look. With an SPF of 36, it'll protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays.
(via Alastin)
Tubby Todd All Over Ointment: $20
Tubby Todd's rich and creamy All Over Ointment is perfect for anyone who suffers from eczema, rough patches, redness or dryness. It's filled with colloidal oatmeal, jojoba esters and camellia leaf extract to moisturize and soothe sensitive skin naturally.
(via Tubby Todd)
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KIKI World Play Paint Marker: $34
KIKI World's Play Paint Marker is an all-over makeup pen that allows you to have fun with your cosmetics looks. It pairs perfectly with the brand's Nail Graffiti in Pearl, making it a game-changer in your makeup routine.
(via KIKI World)
Julep Beauty Eyeshadow 101 Pro Powder Palette: $20
Julep Beauty's Eyeshadow 101 Pro Powder Palette will add a powerful punch of color to your look this holiday season. This palette collection delivers on nudes, shimmers and neutrals. It also comes in two varieties, including Turmeric Latte and Rose Gold, to help you achieve the perfect look
(via Julep Beauty)
IPSY Icon Box by Pat McGrath: $60
IPSY's Icon Box by Pat McGrath is filled with incredible products including Laura Mercier stick eyeshadow, Too Faced bronzer and even a Pat McGrath lipstick, making it the perfect holiday gift for any beauty-loving friends. The box contains eight full-size faves from makeup to skincare and haircare. Ipsy is an incredible subscription that allows you to try out the most popular brands and beauty items first-hand, making it a must for beauty lovers.
(via IPSY)
Lily England Curly Hair Brush Set: $17.99
Lily England Curly Hair Brush Set is the perfect gift for anyone with wavy to curly hair who wants to embrace their natural curls. It contains all of the essentials to maintain your hair while keeping it looking runway-ready.
(via Amazon)
Lily England Christmas Detangler Brush & Wide Tooth Comb Gift Set: $9.99
This holiday-themed Lily England Christmas Detangler Brush & Wide Tooth Comb Gift Set is packaged to perfection with the brand's limited edition red and glittery print. This detangler and comb set makes the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who loves beauty and wants to take care of their hair.
(via Amazon)
Edrée The Bella: $189
For a bouncy salon-quality blowout, Edrée's The Bella blow-dry brush will give you effortless waves and curls. This product is easy to use and keeps your hair looking silky, having you looking like you just walked out of a professional blowout.
(via Edrée)
Afro Unicorn Magical Tresses Swirls & Twirls Curl Cream: $8.48
Afro Unicorn's Magical Tresses Swirls & Twirls Curl Cream helps define curls while getting rid of frizz entirely. This rich and creamy formula will keep your hair feeling soft and hydrated.
(via Walmart)
Vacation x AriZona Iced Tea Lip Balms: $12
As avid fans of both AriZona iced teas and Vacation sunscreen, we couldn't have been more excited to hear that they were collaborating, and now, we can't get enough of their Vacation x AriZona Iced Tea Lip Balms. Not only do they come in three delicious flavors inspired by iconic teas—Green Tea with Ginseng & Honey, Iced Tea with Lemon and Mucho Mango—but every flavor feels so good on the lips while also providing broad spectrum SPF 30 protection. The balms are entirely vegan, hydrating with coconut oil, jojoba oil cocoa butter and aloe vera, and we won't go anywhere without wearing them.
(via Vacation)
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Aroma Passions Seductive Perfume: $29
If you're looking for affordable dupes for all of your favorite luxury fragrances, Aroma Passions has you covered, but we're especially in love with their Seductive fragrance, inspired by Coco Mademoiselle Intense. The scent is bright and enticing, combining top notes of Sicilian orange and Calabrian bergamot with floral jasmine and rose, plus patchouli, musk, vanilla and tonic bean for something absolutely bewitching.
(via Aroma Passions)
AHUJA Rouge Fusion: $34.99
We adore bold unisex scents, and AHUJA's Rouge Fusion has been one of our favorite new fragrance discoveries. With a long-lasting fragrance combining uplifting citrus with floral rose, plus geranium and pine, it perfectly balances the masculine and feminine to create something unique yet approachable.
(via Amazon)
KIKI World Pretty Nail Graffiti: $29
KIKI World's Pretty Nail Graffiti is a peel-off nail polish that gives you the flexibility to change up your nail look any time you want. We especially love it in Pearl, the ultimate cool-girl color, leaving your nails with a shiny and iridescent finish.
(via KIKI World)
Figaro Apothecary Lush Botanical + Floating Mineral Bath Soak: $75
Figaro Apothecary's Lush Botanical + Floating Mineral Bath Soak is the ultimate relaxation product, making it a must for bath lovers. Packed with fragrant botanicals, it'll leave your body relaxed and smelling incredible.
(via Figaro Apothecary)
Grace & Stella Rainbow Bath Bomb: $9.99
We're sick of bath bombs that both irritate our skin and leave us scrubbing dyes out of our tubs afterward, which is why Grace & Stella's Rainbow Bath Bomb has become a new favorite. This bomb is packed with shea butter, coconut oil, argan oil and olive oil to leave skin soothed, rather than bothered, with a natural citric acid fizz that's easy on even sensitive skin, and gentle rainbow color in red, orange, green, blue and purple for just the right amount of color as it dissolves. It's also scented with lavender, relaxing achy muscles and helping us wind down for bed.
(via Amazon)
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